Outreach & Volunteer Coordinator (Full Time @ 30 hrs per week)

(This position is 30 hours per week with FULL TIME benefits)  

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet offers 43 paid days off per year, excellent medical benefits, and an employer-sponsored 403b plan that requires no contribution from employee. We prioritize your well-being and financial security.

Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities Diocese, of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect.

If you feel the same way, we encourage you to join us in making a difference! Discover an extraordinary career opportunity that combines competitive pay with outstanding benefits.

General Responsibilities

(This position is 30 hours per week with FULL TIME benefits) 

1. Engage in community education, outreach, and networking activities on behalf of Catholic Charities. 
2. Obtain, onboard and manage Community Services North and Central volunteers, tracking hourly activities and demographic information.
3. Work with individuals and community groups to develop appropriate resources needed to maximize program participant’s ability to sustain themselves in the community including co-facilitating the Agency’s Stepping Up classes.  
4. Assist with planning and executing the Back to School, Holiday Outreach Program and other Community Services programming as it relates to volunteers. 
5. Works with Community Services staff as needed to coordinate linkages to services for homeless students.

Essential Functions

1. Develop a network of support programs in collaboration with church volunteers, the business community, and local community efforts.
2. Recruits, coordinates, and assists with volunteer training needs.
3. Plan and execute volunteer recognition activities with assistance from the Director of Community Services as needed.
4. Ensures volunteers assigned to Community Services programs are in compliance with agency volunteer policies and procedures.
5. Obtain and onboard necessary volunteers for events as needed (Back to School Fair, Holiday Outreach Program, Undy Sunday, meals at shelter, transitional housing mentors) assisting in planning efforts and execution of programs. 
6. Maintains professional contacts with community members about resources available for program participants to enhance their independent functioning in the community.
7. Prepares and makes community presentations about services available through Catholic Charities programs.
8. Works collaboratively with other staff and independently as needed to provide direct community outreach, making information about the program available to the community, churches, agencies, and organizations for local eligible candidates.
9. Facilitates regularly scheduled Community Services meetings, for support, continuing education, and program planning.
10. Assist in resource development, networking, public education, client trainings and volunteer recruitment activities needed to support Community Services programs.
11. Maintains capacity to conduct Stepping Up Classes at least twice a year. Works collaboratively with other Community Services staff to provide Stepping Up training to program participants and community enrollees.
12. Works as a member of the Community Services Team to develop resources for program improvement and for meeting specific supportive service needs of program participants.

Great Employer Provided Benefits

• Time-off: 14 Holidays - 15 Vacation days - 5 Paid Leave days and 9 Sick days
• Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurances
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (employee paid optional)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

1.  Bachelor’s degree is required for this position in the area of education, human services, or related field. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.
2. A minimum of one (1) year of experience working in education, human services or related field is required.
3. One (1) year of experience working with individuals and families living in poverty is preferred.
4. Self-starter who works autonomously managing workload and administrative tasks.
5. Ability to obtain, on board and manage volunteers.
6. Ability to plan, coordinate, promote, and develop a wide variety of supportive service resources needed to foster self sufficiency
7. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and constructively with persons from all racial, diverse cultures, family systems, and social backgrounds in a non-judgmental manner. 
8. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Teams.
9. Passage of complete background clearance and any other required testing or clearances.
10. A valid driver’s license, reliable means of transportation and proof of liability insurance is required.