Volunteer Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Victoria, Canada Baptist Housing Full time

Volunteer Coordinator

Multiple Communities | Victoria | Part -Time 

The Opportunity

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. As the Volunteer Coordinator, you will assist our Chaplains, activity and recreation team members by coordinator volunteer work placement designed to meet the resident's individual needs and abilities. You will value learning, embrace innovative change, and promote safety, wellness and spiritual care using a person-centered approach

About The Role 

As the Volunteer Coordinator, you will demonstrate servant leadership, influencing Baptist Housing's culture by embodying Christian values and adhering to ethical and moral standards. You will implement and enhance volunteer programs based on residents needs and develop effective strategies for volunteer recruitment, screening and selection. Recruiting spiritual care volunteers from local churches and planning community support events will be key aspects of your role. You will ensure volunteers undergo thorough application processes, orientations, and necessary training for their tasks and spiritual care responsibilities. Coordinating volunteer placements with chaplains and care teams, managing assignments, check-in procedures, and supervision will be part of your daily responsibilities. You will facilitate conflict resolution, evaluate volunteer contributions, and compile and interpret volunteer data for continuous improvement. You will recommend additional training, plan and implement recognition activities and stay up-to-date on volunteerism trends, particularly in serving seniors. Generating enthusiasm for the mission, vision, and values of Baptist Housing, you will collaborate with the team to set goals, and enhance organizational effectiveness. Building positive working relationships internally and externally, you will establish and support a culture of health and safety, demonstrating and encouraging safe working practices for volunteers, identifying hazards, and ensuring safety discussions in volunteer meetings. 

Requirements

Bachelor's or Post-secondary education in Social Sciences, Human Resources, Administration, or Adult Education, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

A minimum of two years experience in a volunteer administration role or related experience.

Eligibility for membership in the Administrators of Volunteer Resources - British Columbia (AVRBC) or Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada (VMPC)

Personal transportation

Commitment to signing and adhering to the Statement of Faith of Baptist Housing

Ability to model and provide Christian leadership consistent with Baptist Housing's Christian values and principles. 

Willingness and ability to respond to questions and inquiries about Christian beliefs, lifestyles and the importance of the example of Jesus Christ in Christian ministry and leadership.

Capability to provide one-on-one spiritual care for residents and team members, as may be requested or required

Willingness to lead and participate in Christian worship, including leading prayer, offering devotionals, and participating in the Prayer Link, as required at meetings of the Spiritual Care Teams and other team meetings

About You

As the Volunteer Coordinator, you possess exceptional organizational and time management skills, efficiently handling tasks, assessing priorities, and making clear decisions in a timely manner. Your adaptability shines as you navigate changing priorities, generating effective solutions and recommendations. By collaborating seamlessly with others, you work cooperatively to set and achieve organizational goals, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining good physical and mental health for goal attainment. You convey a deep understanding of the physical, psychological, and social needs of the elderly. You exhibit empathy, compassion, and understanding towards the unique needs of residents, showing proficiency in communication through strong oral and written skills. As a skilled communicator, you understand the importance of effective documentation, database management, newsletters, and media presentations. Your exceptional interpersonal skills contribute to fostering and maintaining positive relationships with residents, team members, volunteers, families and partners. With a great sense of humour, you actively serve and respond positively to the needs of residents, enhancing the overall image and reputation of the organization. Your dedication to service orientation and collaborate relationships make you an invaluable asset to the team. 

Compensation & Benefits

Your total compensation includes a wage of $28.04, a comprehensive benefits package, four weeks' vacation, RRSP matching at 7%, and support for professional development. 

About Us

Baptist Housing provides enhanced living communities and exceptional care to almost 2700 seniors in British Columbia. We provide long-term care, assisted living, independent living, and home support in our communities in Kelowna, Vancouver and Victoria. We serve through a culture of caring where we put the wellness of our residents first in a person-centered approach. We live out a servant leadership model that collaborates in teams and builds strong relationships while exemplifying Christ-like values. We're a committed group of people who bring their whole selves to work, and we're also FUN We take what we do seriously, but not ourselves. We're affiliated with the Fellowship Pacific Baptist Churches.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply button' where you can submit your resume and complete the necessary steps to apply for this job. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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