Manager, Volunteers

4 weeks ago


Hamilton, Canada Good Shepherd Centres Full time

**Who We Are**

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. We are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices into our programs and to prioritizing the rights, dignity, and choices of those who use substances. By integrating a Harm Reduction framework at Good Shepherd, we can decrease barriers to service and better support some of our community's most marginalized members.

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - **Development**

**How You Will Make an Impact**

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will be responsible for the continuous development and maintenance of the volunteer program, including but not limited to a variety of tasks including recruitment, screening, interviewing, orientation, training and supervision of the selected volunteers.

You will recruitment strategies for both targeted and general recruitment and assess the suitability of each volunteer. The Manager of Volunteers also handles administrative details associated with the volunteers, including entering and updating of information in the database and helps support special projects to enhance efficiency within the Volunteer Department.

In addition, they would be required to raise public awareness regarding the use of volunteers and services provided by the Good Shepherd.

**What You'll Bring to Our Team**
- Certification in Volunteer Management; post secondary education in a related field
- At least 2-5 years' experience in a similar capacity
- A demonstrated commitment to the values of Hospitality, Quality, Adaptability, Responsibility, Availability and Dignity.
- Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills, a high level of verbal and written communication skills, advanced technical skills working with databases and media
- Demonstrated experience in developing recruitment and event materials
- Proven leadership ability, knowledge and experience to work independently taking responsibility for programs, and experience working within a team for special projects and events.
- Organized and able to manage competing tasks and a variety of events
- Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
- Fluency in a second language is considered an asset. Driver's license and access to a vehicle is also required.

**What We Offer**
- Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
- Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
- FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
- POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
- Make a difference and provide HOPE
- Extended benefits
- Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve._
- Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview._



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