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Volunteer Coordinator

Helping Hand
La Grange, IL Volunteer
POSTED ON 9/25/2025 CLOSED ON 9/30/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Coordinator position at Helping Hand?

Are you passionate about bringing people together and creating meaningful volunteer experiences? Join our team as a Volunteer Coordinator, where you'll play a vital role in connecting dedicated volunteers with opportunities to support our mission of transforming lives through care, compassion, and community.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:

  • On-site position, part-time position.
  • 25 hours per week.
  • $21.00-$22.25 per hour/non-exempt
  • Salary based on skills and experience.
  • Up to 6% annual bonus eligibility.
  • 403b retirement plan with up to a 4% company match.

HELPING HAND PERKS:

  • Purpose-driven work that changes lives.
  • Team member appreciation events and year-round recognition.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support.
  • Generous PTO including paid holidays, vacation, and accrued sick time.
  • PSLF-qualifying employer under the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

  • Serve as the main point of contact for all volunteer inquiries, scheduling, and communications.
  • Recruit, onboard, and train volunteers for ongoing roles and special events.
  • Build lasting relationships by engaging volunteers and ensuring they feel valued and supported.
  • Host volunteer events and experiences by engaging with volunteers, team members, and HH clients.
  • Track volunteer hours and maintain accurate records.
  • Collaborate with staff to match volunteers with meaningful opportunities that enhance our programs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

  • At least 1 year of experience in administration, volunteer coordination, or customer service.

Skill Sets:

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills - you can juggle multiple priorities with ease
  • A natural "people person" with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Comfortable with technology (Microsoft Office, Teams, Zoom, etc.).
  • Must have a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and proof of ongoing personal motor vehicle insurance.
  • Flexibility to support occasional evening or weekend events based on the needs of the department.
  • Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
  • A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to assist others, access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  • Consistently position self to maintain files in cabinets or assist others.
  • The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in all situations.
  • Ability to work in a shared multi-task, multi-person business office.

Helping Hand is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that embracing our differences strengthens our community and enhances the quality of care we provide.

Salary : $40,000 - $60,000

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