What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Impact Support Coordinator position at Metro Atlanta YMCA?
As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.
At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone - especially children - experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Under the direction of the Branch Executive Director, the Community Impact Support Coordinator will successfully lead a team of volunteers and plan, administer and evaluate the Hunger Relief programs. This position is primarily responsible for the management and implementation of the branch hunger outreach programs, including the daily meal program (SFSP/CACFP), meal program for homebound seniors, and the weekly backpack program. This position will play a key role in delivering a quality outreach program in our community and developing relationships that nurture meaningful engagement with the YMCA.
RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):
- Coordinate, train, and supervise staff and volunteers engaged in food insecurity
- Develop and implement a plan to attract and recruit new volunteers
- Conduct pilots for new programs; develop plans and manage best practices through engagement of the staff team.
- Work with the YMCA board of directors to carry out the Y’s mission.
- Lead the hunger relief team in working together with volunteers to deliver a quality sustainable backpack program.
- Monitor and report all hunger relief and branch volunteer statistics.
- Foster a climate of innovation.
- Monitor progress towards branch’s goals by running and reviewing all necessary reports.
- Lead the Y’s presence at community outreach, including being present at community events, business associations and working with our local schools.
- Coordinates marketing efforts to maximize enrollments and provides ongoing support to the Director on related issues.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A high school diploma or higher education
- Preferred, two (2) or more years related to community engagement and volunteer management experience and training and development of high performing teams
- Must have a background in staff team development and relationship management
- Seeks, cultivates and supervises volunteers
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Personal commitment to service and hospitality
Effect on the End Result: This position has a primary impact on the overall effectiveness of the branch and the success of their programs and services to the community. The effectiveness of this position is primarily measured by the sound department administration, the stated satisfaction of staff and members and a sound fiscal position of those departments.
Ergonomics: Sitting, bending, stooping, standing, 15% repetitive keyboard work, seeing, verbal communications, lift up to 25 pounds.
Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.
Employment Requirement:
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.
This job posting is subject to change at any time.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for a diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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