Volunteer Coordinator

Job Description

Please apply on Paylocity at https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/4003195/CATHOLIC-CHARITIES/Volunteer-Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY: Develops volunteer resources; plans and coordinates orientation, training and supervision; maintains and prepares required records and documentation; provides public relation efforts for volunteer recruitment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Promotes and supports Catholic Social Teaching and parish social ministry models.
2. Plans and coordinates volunteer services consistent with agency philosophy and goals; ensures the delivery of volunteer services to clients and staff.
3. Works closely with Catholic parishes, Catholic schools and other ecumenical and community entities.
4. Prepares and maintains records and required documentation as directed.
5. Provides orientation, training and supervision when appropriate.
6. Directs volunteer staff; plans, organizes and assigns work when appropriate.
7. Administers volunteer evaluations as directed.
8. Promotes and develops public awareness; develops effective public relations for volunteerism.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Participates in Quality Improvement and supports agency compliance with relevant accreditation standards.
2. Participates in staff meetings, staff training and development activities.
3. Performs other duties as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
1. Undergraduate degree in a relevant field. Four years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of an undergraduate degree.

2. Skills required to: work effectively with staff, volunteers, clients, and the public; be detail oriented; communicate effectively orally and in writing; plan, organize and deliver presentations to large and small groups.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Responsibilities of the Volunteer Coordinator involve regular travel and work beyond the scheduled workweek.

Please submit a cover letter.

About the Employer

We are a Christian ministry dedicated to charity, service, and justice, providing help to those in need, offering hope to those in despair, and inspiring others to follow. We fulfill our mission by strengthening families, building communities, and reducing poverty.

Catholic Charities provides services to over 19,000 people annually in 46 counties across western North Carolina. Services include food pantries, counseling, immigration and refugee services, youth services, and social concerns and advocacy.

We serve everyone regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, or economic/social background.