Volunteer Coordinator

Midvale, UT

Full Time

Shelter

Mid Level

WHO WE ARE

The Road Home was founded in 1923 and has been a leader in the endeavor to end homelessness for over 100 years. We provide low-barrier emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing-first-minded rental assistance that helps individuals and families step out of homelessness and back into the community. We are seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and their community.

The Road Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our mission to help people experiencing homelessness is strengthened by a highly qualified team with a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.

We welcome applicants from all walks of life who share our passion for ending homelessness, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every voice is heard, and every person has the opportunity to succeed.

BENEFIT SUMMARY

The Road Home is a 501c3 non-profit social services agency whose mission is to help people step out of homelessness and back into our community.
Come be part of the solution.
We have a robust, reasonably-priced, and inclusive benefits plan for full and part-time employees (25-40 hours/week)

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
HSA, FSA, HRA (We reimburse part of your deductible!)
Retirement Plan (403B with TRH contribution and match)
FREE Life Insurance for employees
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 12 Public Holidays)
One Floating Holiday Per Year
Free Short Term & Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Free Training & Development
Tuition Assistance for a wide variety of classes!
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying agency

JOB SUMMARY

The Volunteer Coordinator’s primary duty will be to promote, organize, and supervise volunteers and volunteer activities for the agency. This includes coordinating volunteers and providing assistance to the individual programs/services on recruiting volunteers and developing specific job assignments/descriptions for volunteers. In addition, this person will develop and provide training for volunteers who serve in ongoing volunteer positions and build and maintain a database for enrolling and tracking volunteers and the time/goods donated to the agency. 

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions, so please still apply

*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Positions Available
1

Locations
Connie Crosby Family Resource Center (CCFRC)
529 9th Ave, Midvale, UT 84047

Family Interim Non-Congregate Children Housing (FINCH)
315 W. 3300 South, South Salt Lake, 84115

Shift
40 Hours / Week

Varies based on activities and events, some weekends (usually 15min-3hrs), some holidays
CCFRC - Mon: 10:15 am-6:15 pm; Wed: 12-8 pm, Th 12-8 pm
FINCH - Tues: 10:15 am-6:15 pm, Fri: 9 am-5 pm
There is some flexibility and change possible as we start new programs at FINCH

Reports to
Volunteer Program Supervisor

Position Status
Full-Time

Grade, Starting Rate
Grade 6, $18.90

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinating Volunteers 

Recruit, hire, train, and supervise volunteers for agency programs.  
Supervise special project volunteers, including organizing and cleaning projects.  
Use volunteer database to record enrollment of volunteers and track their hours of donated time or their contribution to the agency.  
Prepare and distribute a report of volunteer activities and hours monthly.  
Prepare and distribute weekly calendars and signs advertising volunteer-run meals and activities.
Coordinate, organize and facilitate large-scale volunteer groups (100 volunteers +) both at our shelter locations and at our housing locations.   
Work with agency program directors and staff to identify volunteer positions and to enroll volunteers recruited by other staff in the agency.  
Supervise dozens of volunteers daily, including volunteers serving meals to shelter guests, working in the Donation Center and doing activities with children. 
Actively supervise and engage with volunteers during children's programming (Reading Night, Preschool Playtime, Craft Nights, Art Class, Teen Nights, Girl Scouts, etc.).
Act as the point of contact/go-between for shelter guests and volunteers: check children in/out of all volunteer-run activities, resolve any parental conflicts/disputes.
Organize, facilitate and supervise several annual volunteer run events and campaigns including, but not limited to Easter Basket Collection Drive, Mother’s/Father’s Day Gift Bag Collection, Summer Carnival, Summer Camps, Back-to-School Supply Drive, Apple Tree (provides backpacks and new outfits for school-aged children), Halloween Costume Drive, Trunk-or-Treat, Quarters for Christmas (provides gift cards for children to get winter gear), Christmas PJ Drive, Children’s Birthday Programs, etc.
Address any disciplinary issues regarding volunteers.   
Provide initial orientation to the agency for all volunteers.

Community Networking 

Act as the organization representative for in-kind donation needs and questions.   
Speak publicly to a variety of groups about The Road Home and our mission. 
Coordinate, organize and facilitate tours of shelter facility including tours for business organizations, churches, clubs, etc.  
Handle a variety of situations with representatives of the media, elected officials, community groups and others.  
Coordinate and supervise all agency Eagle Scout projects.  
Serve on the Services Committee, connecting committee members to meaningful volunteer activities.  
Work with Development Office on community relations as appropriate.  
Coordinate in-kind donation drives for agency and events.

Promoting Best Practice 

Demonstrates awareness and desire to understand diverse populations 
Ability to contribute to the Agency’s commitment to enhancing awareness and appreciation 
Willingness to understand that housing first, harm reduction, and low barrier access to resources is best practice and essential to our mission at The Road Home. 
Ability to set and maintain good boundaries, using Trauma-Informed Care as a guideline

*Other duties as assigned 

Education and Experience 

Lived, work or volunteer experience preferred or a degree in a related field  
Experience working or volunteering with diverse populations  
2 years in community service and/or other role requiring interaction with various publics, staff and volunteers preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities 

Written and oral ability to communicate the role and work of the agency to many segments of the community.  
Knowledge of volunteerism including needs and expectations of all agency programs.  
Intermediate computer input and word processing skills.  
Ability to quickly learn and use a variety of computer programs, websites and applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Client Track (HIMIS), Asana, Canva (creating/editing flyers), Galaxy Digital and other fundraising/volunteer management databases, Background Screening Platforms, Outlook Calendar, etc.  
Time Management skills: ability to read and respond to emails within 24 hours, ability to keep an accurate calendar, ability to confirm and post events and info on time, ability to balance administrative and in-person tasks.
Ability to speak publicly to a variety of groups about the agency.   
Ability to handle a variety of situations with representatives of the media, elected officials, community groups and others.  
Able to communicate effectively and handle difficult situations with professionalism, compassion and from a Trauma Informed Care perspective.  
Knowledge of community resources and the ability to elicit support for the agency's programs.  
Understanding of the Housing First philosophy. Willingness to have conversations with guests about housing.   
Ability to plan and implement training for volunteers.  
Ability to supervise volunteer personnel and evaluate their contribution to the agency.  
Willingness to learn, adapt, and be flexible.  
Must have valid food handler’s permit.  
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen. 

Physical and Equipment Requirements 

Ability to lift 25 pounds.  
Ability to stand and walk for at least an hour at a time. 
Ability to drive a vehicle.

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