What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Program Coordinator position at Lutheran Social Service of MN?
The Volunteer Program Coordinator oversees the development and implementation of the youth mentoring program, which matches adult volunteer mentors with youth in a one-to-one relationship. The Volunteer Program Coordinator ensures program quality and performance related to recruiting, screening, matching, monitoring, and closing the relationship with the mentor and child, and communicates with the mentor, parent/guardian, and child throughout the relationship. This position will also assist with recruiting and training volunteers for other programs and projects in the Duluth area.
- All employees have access to childcare assistance, discounts on events and services, an employee assistance program, financial counselling, a wellness program, and UKG Wallet which allows you to access your payroll dollars before payday!
- Employees working 30 hours a week have access to medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, and other ancillary plans.
- Generous PTO plan that includes paid holidays and float days.
- Paid training during your orientation and throughout your employment.
- Opportunities to grow your career at LSS within our 24 different services.
- A diverse workplace with an outstanding reputation for putting the people served and employees first.
- An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun!
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred with emphasis on social work, psychology, volunteer management, and/or education
- Two or more years’ experience in mentoring and youth development, working within community organizations and/or schools preferred
- Expert knowledge of mentoring program policies and procedures
- Extremely strong organizational, writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills
- Creativity and flexibility in assuming significant responsibility
- Experience working in racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse urban communities preferred
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!