Program Coordinator

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

Salary: $43k
Experience: 5+ yrs
Location: Brainerd or Rochester
Job type: Part-time

Required skills

communication skills
compliance

About the role

Pay:

$21/hr

The position is responsible for the overall management of Foster Grandparent and/or Senior Companion volunteer and client assignments in assigned geographic area.

The responsibilities include publicizing the programs, recruiting, training and placing volunteers and clients with partner agencies, assuring compliance with program regulations and managing relationships with partner sites and multiple stakeholders in the community.

The responsibilities also include directly managing clients and volunteer/client matches where no partner agency is available to do so.

With this role you will have the opportunity to work from home and in the Rochester community. This position is primarily work from home, with responsibilities carried out from a home office and through direct engagement in the Rochester community.

Job Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in the human services field or five years of equivalent experience.
Experience working with the older adult population and/or volunteers is desired.
A valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, access to reliable transportation and a Motor Vehicle Check.
Excellent reasoning and analytical skills in order to understand and effectively interpret program policies, procedures and regulations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations/individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge of issues relating to aging and volunteerism.
Depending on service area, 50% to 70% of time will be spent out of the office meeting with volunteers, clients and a variety of community partners.

Lutheran Social Service MN 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 rewards employees. Consider joining us!

About Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

Provides social services, senior meals, and disability support programs.

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