Description

Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Workdays: Monday – Friday Location: 1801 W Cesar E. Chavez Blvd., San Antonio, TX, 78207

Mission: The mission of Catholic Charities is to provide for the needs of our community Through selfless service under the sign of love.

Summary: Works with Program Director by coordinating program activities, maintaining records control and database systems in coordination with the AmeriCorps (formally CNCS). The Foster Grandparent Program Coordinator is responsible for all the recruitment and data collection functions of the FGP program to include; volunteer recruitment, volunteer/site retention, volunteer orientation, volunteer recognition and data reporting.

Position Responsibilities

• *Recruiting volunteers 55 years and older for the AmeriCorps Seniors FGP program by facilitating recruitment presentations, engaging in senior oriented networking events, and contacting community agencies for support
• *Ensures volunteer assignments are consistent with the interests and abilities of the senior volunteers as well comply with the requirements of the of the AmeriCorps Seniors FGP grant guidelines
• *Resolves disputes and/or concerns between FGP volunteers and FGP stations managers under the direction of the FGP Director
• *Performs and prepares MOUs, assignment plans and evaluations for stations
• *Collect and accurately calculate biweekly Foster Grandparent timesheets to determine the stipend and mileage reimbursements. Enters stipends into Intacct and spreadsheet twice a month.
• Prepares and maintains updated volunteer and station files
• Performs background and criminal history checks in accordance with grantor standards
• Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization to include but not limited to client names and information, services rendered to clients, donors names and gifts, internal and external investigations or results of any investigations, and financial information.
• Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral is mandatory.
• Must be sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
• Every employee is required to take a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings, as well as being a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

Competency

Communication

Results Oriented

Customer Service

Resilience

Thorough

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years related work experience
• Experience in networking, community engagement or volunteer recruitment
• Experience in community outreach or senior services preferred
• Spanish speaking required
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  
  

Minimum Knowledge And Skills

• Strong written, verbal, listening, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail,
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Ability to learn reporting systems
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work without close supervision and follow through to completion of assigned tasks
• Must cooperate as a team member
• Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet multiple deadlines
• Must handle pressure well
  
  

Disclaimer

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, etc.) ** This is a Grant funded position and salary is dependent on funding availability. Position can be eliminated at any time because of lack of funding to support this position.**

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To view this and other employment opportunities please visit our website at www.ccaosa.org. You must apply through our website and complete the application and upload your resume. No phone calls please. If you are chosen for an interview, you will be contacted.