Program Coordinator - Temporary

Job Duties

Description

As a Temporary Program Coordinator, you will be responsible for the overall management of Foster Grandparent and/or Senior Companion volunteer and client assignments in central northwestern Minnesota.

Pay:

$21/hour + Mileage Reimbursement

Shifts:

29 hours a week

This is a temporary position for 6 months with potential of continued employment.

This is a hybrid position with 50% to 60% of your time spent out of the office meeting with volunteers, clients and a variety of community partners.

Responsibilities:

Publicizing the Foster Grandparent, Neighbor2Neighbors, and/or Senior Companion programs.

Recruiting, training and placing volunteers/clients with partner agencies.

Assuring compliance with program regulations.

Managing relationships with partner sites and multiple stakeholders in the community.

Directly managing clients and volunteer/client matches where no partner agency is available.

The LSS Advantage: What We Offer Our Team Members

All team members have access to childcare assistance, discounts on events and services, a team member assistance program, financial counselling, a wellness program, and UKG Wallet which allows you to access your payroll dollars before payday!

Paid training during your orientation and throughout your employment.

Opportunities to grow your career at LSS within our 20+ different services.

A diverse workplace with an outstanding reputation for putting people served and team members first.

An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun!

Job Requirements:

A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, access to reliable transportation, and a Motor Vehicle Check.

Excellent reasoning and analytical skills 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.

Preferred 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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.

Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with identified needs, 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!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

5 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$21.00 - $21.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55108

Job Type

Part Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

PROGR009488

Job Benefits

Not specified