Program Coordinator; Senior Nutrition Program

Description

WHO WE ARE

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities. 

**Assist the Senior Manager with administrative operation of the Seniors’ Nutrition Program, including daily provision of program services, management of participant caseload; volunteer coordination (including training, supervision and recognition) public relations, program evaluation and planning and preparation of reports; monitoring all service reports; and serving as the liaison to the coordinating units for the Seniors’ Nutrition Program. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

· Assists in managing the Seniors’ Nutrition participant caseload, initial assessments, client files and information/referral.

· Provides information and clarifies services available to qualifying participants, which includes making appropriate recommendations for services available to the individual client.

· Maintains and enters the daily site-logs, status reports, weekly and monthly reports for accounting. 

· Trains, supervises schedules and plans recognition activities for volunteers in Seniors’ Nutrition Program (all in coordination with the Division Volunteer Coordinator and Senior Manager). 

· Trains, supervises schedules and plans recognition activities for volunteers in Seniors’ Nutrition Program (all in coordination with the Division Volunteer Coordinator and Senior Manager).

· Assists SNP Manager with client contribution process and community outreach efforts. 

· Prepares all program reports, service summaries assigned by the SNP Manager

· Assists in maintaining volunteer records.

· Monitors the operation of the Seniors’ Nutrition Program Congregate sites and works under the guidance of the SNP Senior Manager to ensure compliance with program regulations.

· Predictable, consistent attendance. 

· Performs all other assigned duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities

· Program dining site volunteers

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

· Travel to dining site locations in seven counties throughout Denver Metro area is required

· Ability to repeatedly lift up to 25 lbs.

· The noise level is usually low to moderate.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

· Full Time

· Monday – Friday (Generally 830-430 Mon, Tues, Weds, Fri. and 930-530 Thursday)

· Rarely weekend hours may be required based on program events or assigned job duties.

Location 

· 2660 Larimer Street, Denver, CO

Pay:  $19.00/hr

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension and 403b Retirement Plan

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances

Life Insurance (Including Accidental Death & Dismemberment)

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer

Position will Remain Open Until Filled

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact HR@VOAColorado.org to begin the Interactive Process.

Requirements

Competencies

· Models core culture attributes of Volunteers of America-Colorado Branch that include 

“AIRS” ( accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).

· Models and pursues with vigor Volunteers of America- Colorado Branch three critical virtues of HHS ( Hungry, Humble, and People Smart).

Minimum Qualifications of Position

· Associate's degree in general studies or equivalent relevant experience.

· Own transportation, valid Colorado driver’s license, and proof of insurance.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

· Degree emphasis in Gerontology or Human Services field preferred.

· Fluent in Spanish preferred

Knowledge and Skills

· Clear understanding and respect for maintaining client confidentiality.

· Possesses an ability to listen effectively and respond creatively to program participant issues.

· Possesses an ability and willingness to maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

· Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

· Knowledgeable about available services for population served in operational geographic area. 

· Possess skill in operating standard office equipment.  

Salary : $19