Volunteer Coordinator

Location: Northbrook and Highland Park, IL

Supervisor: Chief Program Officer

Schedule: Monday through Friday / 20 hours per week between 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wage: $20.00 - 25.00 per hour

FLSA Classification: Part-time / Non-exempt / Hourly

SUMMARY

The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for organizing, managing, and growing Keshet’s volunteer program. They will lead in recruitment efforts, retention, training, and tracking volunteers across the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment and Outreach:

• Develop and implement strategies to attract and recruit volunteers. Create procedures that ensure compliance and success in recruitment.
• Collaborate with community organizations, schools, and other stakeholders to promote volunteer opportunities.

Onboarding and Training:

• Develop and conduct orientation sessions for new volunteers, providing them with an understanding of the organization's mission, values, and goals.
• Coordinate and facilitate training sessions as needed for specific volunteer roles.

Volunteer Management:

• Maintain a volunteer database, keeping accurate records of volunteer information, skills, and availability.
• Regularly communicate with volunteers to ensure a positive and engaging experience.

Recognition and Appreciation:

• Implement recognition programs to acknowledge and appreciate volunteers for their contributions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with volunteers to ensure a strong sense of community and engagement.
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent
• Previous experience in volunteer coordination or a related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with a diverse group of individuals
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs

About Keshet

From its core programs for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the Chicago area, to its international consulting work, Keshet serves over 1,000 individuals with disabilities and touches the lives of many more family members, peers, supporters, and other stakeholders around the globe. Keshet’s local leadership, comprised of nearly 150 lay leaders from all walks of life, provide the inspiration, direction, and funding required to fulfill the organization’s mission: to do whatever is necessary to allow individuals with disabilities to achieve their potential.

Keshet Programs

Keshet is a one-of-a-kind organization that brings classroom experiences, camps, sports, social and vocational activities, and residential opportunities to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities each year.

Keshet provides highly individualized and inclusive education programs at five sites throughout Chicago and the north shore from preschool through age 22. We believe in maximizing each student’s potential while fostering caring communities in which students learn and grow. Therefore, we maintain a dual focus on developing students’ academic and daily living skills while also integrating them into their home community.

With Keshet support, kids, teens and young adults thrive at day and overnight camps. Whether learning a new swim stroke or participating in a talent show, camp provides the ideal setting for campers to continue growing, learning, socializing and, of course, having fun. Keshet sets the stage for creating lifelong memories and friendships and provides fully inclusive camp programs, where campers can learn and participate alongside their peers.

Keshet’s Adult Community Day and Residential Services is designed to support and promote choice, independence, employment and meaningful days for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Community-based programming is paramount and activities include

Keshet, a balance of vocational/life skills training with the opportunity for socialization, recreation, and physical exercise to further increase participants overall quality of life.