Job Opening: Volunteer Coordinator
Reporting Structure: Programs - Chaplain
Posting Date: August 23, 2023
Salary: $41,184 / annually
Hours: Monday-Friday 12:00pm-8:00pm
Site Location: George W. Hill Correctional Facility (Thornton, PA)
The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for managing and coordinating George W Hill Volunteer Services Department. The incumbent will assist in training, scheduling volunteers to participle in the programs /services they are assigned. The Volunteer Coordinator must have strong organization, problem-solving and communication (both oral and written) skills. The applicant must work closely with stakeholders from multicultural and divers background.
Manage the Volunteer Service application process including but not limited the Background Clearance, training and recertification
Coordinate with the Chaplain and other Department Heads to prepare and maintain volunteer schedule of activity.
Assist with the updating Facility Master Schedule and Program Master Schedule
Coordinate volunteer training and retraining with GWH Training Department
Maintain and update volunteer information database/files in a secure manner
Responsible for escorting volunteers to their assignment location
Responsible for providing volunteers with materials needed for the service
Ensure that the rooms are open and set up before arrival of volunteers
Coordinate with Security regarding incarcerated person movement in a timely manner
Keep volunteers informed of current information regarding GWH and their access to the Facility
Addressing and resolving volunteer questions
Other duties as directed
Bachelor’s degree or five (5) years of administrative work experience in human services, business, or criminal justice
Two (2) years of prior Volunteer Services experience is required
Outstanding interpersonal skills and administrative skills
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office including but not limited to Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent ability to accomplish tasks without supervision
Prior experience in working on a correctional or secure facility setting is preferred
Must be able to successfully pass background check
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Must have a valid Act 33 and Act 34 Clearance
Standard jail facility and office environment. Incumbent may be involved in sitting and walking at will, walking/standing and/or sitting for long periods, lifting/ carrying heavy objects, crouching/kneeling, bending at the waist, close and far vision, reaching, handling/ grasping/fingering objects, hearing sounds/communication. Incumbent is frequently exposed to the hazards associated with jail operations, such as potentially violent individuals and communicable disease. No prolonged extreme physical demands are associated with normal duties or assignments.
| NEVER | OCCASIONALLY (0-30%) | FREQUENTLY (31-60%) | CONTINUOUSLY (61-100%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIFTING OR CARRYING | ||||
| 1-10 LBS | X | |||
| 11-20 LBS | X | |||
| 21-40 LBS | X | |||
| 41-60 LBS | X | |||
| 61 OR MORE LBS | X | |||
| PUSHING OR PULLING | ||||
| 1-40 LBS | X | |||
| 41-60 LBS | X | |||
| 61 OR MORE LBS | X | |||
| BENDING OR STOOPING | X | |||
| REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL | X | |||
| DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES | X | |||
| WORKING WITH MACHINERY | ||||
| CLIMBING | X | |||
| WALKING | X | |||
| STANDING | X | |||
| SITTING | X | |||
| WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES | X |
Delaware County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, membership in an employee organization, political affiliation, or status as a veteran in the recruitment, selection, or hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO/AA
To apply, please fill out the online application form.