Volunteer and Community Partnership Coordinator

Acenda Health•Manahawkin, NJ

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi-year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work-Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families. Join #TeamAcenda and make a lasting impact. The Volunteer and Community Partner is responsible for processing volunteer and mentor applications while supporting the planning and execution of volunteer events and communications. Collaborates with coworkers and agency staff to ensure effective communication, coordination, and problem-solving across all volunteer initiatives. As an integrated health organization Acenda values the use of evidence-based practice or EBP's. Family Success Centers are community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering places where community residents go for family support, interactive workshops, activities, and groups. Family Success Centers are beautiful spaces designed to bring the community together to build relationships, strengthen the community and the families in it. They are places where residents and volunteers share their time and talent to build community capacity and enrich the lives of community members, and make families and neighborhoods stronger. A variety of family friendly events take place each month. We offer fun and educational workshops and activities, connection to resources, and volunteer opportunities. All services are free and open to all families in the community.

Requirements

Minimum requirement is an Associate’s degree with relevant experience
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record.
Must be able to exercise independent thinking and good judgment under all circumstances.
Must be able to analyze work, set goals, develop plans and utilize time effectively and efficiently.

Responsibilities

Responsible for processing volunteer and mentor applications
Assist in the planning and executing volunteer special events and volunteer communications.
Works collaboratively with coworkers and agency staff to effectively communicate and problem solve.