Weekend Food Program Coordinator

Weekend Food Program Coordinator

Hope Clinic is actively seeking a dynamic and caring Weekend Food Program Coordinator to join our growing Food & Basic Needs Team. The Weekend Food Program Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that guests who come to Hope Clinic on the weekends, both as volunteers and as clients, experience Hope Clinic as a safe and inviting space where all are welcome. The Food Program’s mission is to provide easy access to nutritional food for all community members through our evening hot meals, food pantry, farm stand, grocery delivery, and emergency food assistance. 

Hours:

This is a part-time role, with 15-18 hours per weekend anticipated, two weekends per month. This position works no more than three holidays per year, with flexible choice of holidays and holiday pay. 

• Hours may vary slightly week-to-week depending on program needs
• Saturday 9:00am – 6:30pm
• Sunday 12pm – 6:30pm
• 2hr a month for team meetings (virtual option available)

Work Environment:
Hope Clinic is a non-denominational Christian social and medical service provider. The Weekend Food Program Coordinator will regularly work with clients of diverse backgrounds and needs, as well as volunteers in a range of ages and competencies, including religious groups and school groups. The environment is busy, full of opportunities to assist and care for other people. 

Responsibilities:
Many of Hope Clinic’s weekend programs are organized by weekday staff, who are not regularly onsite on Saturday and Sunday. The Weekend Food Program Coordinator provides a bridge between weekday staff members and weekend volunteers, keeping the client and volunteer experience consistent. This staff member is also responsible for some seasonal weekend projects and programs, as well as cultivating a culture of joy, compassion and helpfulness, multiplying the impact of Hope by empowering generosity.

• Oversee weekend meals and pantry
• Work with the Hope Staff and on-site evening security to ensure safety protocols are followed by volunteers and clients
• Answer questions and address concerns that may arise over the course of an event or program
• Ensure proper procedures are followed when serving clients
• Provide weekend tours and oversee weekend volunteer groups
• Offer facility support – false alarms, power outages, building security, emergency help protocol
• Accept food donations and document appropriately
• Develop engagement opportunities so that more volunteers can get involved in serving at Hope on the weekends
• Provide periodic volunteer orientations and training opportunities

Required Qualifications:

• Comfortable communicating with people of diverse backgrounds and limited English proficiency
• Flexible, assisting where needed
• Critical thinking, aware of Hope’s quarterly, yearly and long-term vision, and able to provide input and feedback
• Strong Communication skills
• Calm demeanor, ability to remain patient in challenging client situations
• Collaborative in finding and implementing solutions that involve all parties including staff, clients, and volunteers

Education: Minimum High School Diploma or GED  

A cover letter outlining your specific interest in the mission of Hope Clinic MUST accompany a resume for consideration.

Hope Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.