Volunteer Coordinator for Second Harvest Food Bank

Community Action Lehigh Valley•Nazareth, PA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to make a tangible difference in your community? Join Community Action of the Lehigh Valley as our Full-Time Volunteer Coordinator, where your passion for helping others will flourish! This onsite position located at 6969 Silver Crest Road, Nazareth, PA, offers a dynamic work environment filled with energetic and professional vibes. With an annual salary of $48,000, this role allows you to lead, inspire, and coordinate volunteers who are eager to create positive change. You’ll be at the forefront of innovative community service, turning challenges into opportunities for excellence and advocacy. A little about us The mission of Community Action Lehigh Valley is to improve the quality of life in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas by building communities in which all people have access to economic opportunity, the ability to pursue that opportunity, and a voice in the decisions that affect their lives. Your day to day as a Volunteer Coordinator As the Volunteer Coordinator at the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley, you'll be at the helm of an impactful volunteer program designed to enhance community services. You'll dive into planning and evaluation, setting strategic goals aligned with our mission while assessing volunteer needs to optimize program delivery. Your expertise will guide the development of policies, ensuring that volunteers engage in meaningful assignments that enrich their experience and the agency's effectiveness. From crafting assignment descriptions to ensuring volunteer safety, your role is pivotal. You will lead recruitment efforts, coordinate training, and recognize the invaluable contributions of our volunteers through engaging activities. Your impact will be measurable, as you prepare reports showcasing the program's successes. If you're passionate about advocacy, community service, and the power of volunteers, this is your chance to shine!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent people skills
Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate and encourage others
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Planning and evaluation of the volunteer program
Setting strategic goals aligned with the mission
Assessing volunteer needs to optimize program delivery
Guiding the development of policies for volunteer engagement
Crafting assignment descriptions for volunteers
Ensuring volunteer safety
Leading recruitment efforts for volunteers
Coordinating volunteer training
Recognizing volunteer contributions
Preparing reports showcasing program successes

Benefits

Community Action Covers 90% of Employee Health Care Costs
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, And Prescription Plans
Free Telemedicine Access to Board-Certified Doctors, Mental Health Professionals And MORE
No Cost Concierge Services to support you in navigating our healthcare system
Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance options
401 (K) Retirement Plan with Matching Annual Agency Contribution of up to 7%
Additional perks and benefits including financial wellness
15 Vacation Days Earned In Your First Year (Earn More Time After Your 2nd And 5th Year Anniversaries)
2 Personal Days Annually
9 Sick Days Annually
10 Observed Holidays