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Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator Company: Making A Difference Foundation Location: Tacoma, WA Position Overview: The Volunteer Coordinator will play a pivotal role in the Making A Difference Foundation by managing and enhancing the volunteer experience across our various programs. This position will be responsible for recruiting, training, and retaining volunteers who are dedicated to driving our mission forward. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, a passion for community service, and the ability to inspire and engage volunteers. Key Responsibilities: Recruit and onboard volunteers through various channels, ensuring a diverse pool of applicants. Develop and implement comprehensive training programs for volunteers to equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to be successful. Create and maintain volunteer schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage for all programs and events. Coordinate volunteer appreciation events and recognition initiatives to foster a positive volunteer culture. Serve as the primary point of contact for volunteers, addressing concerns and providing ongoing support. Collect and analyze volunteer feedback to improve the volunteer experience continually. Collaborate with program managers to identify volunteer needs and align volunteer efforts with organizational goals. Maintain accurate records of volunteer hours, assignments, and performance evaluations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, nonprofit management, or related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in volunteer management, community engagement, or nonprofit work. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building relationships with diverse groups. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and volunteer management software. Passion for the mission of Making A Difference Foundation and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the community. Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as required for events. Requirements Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, nonprofit management, or related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in volunteer management, community engagement, or nonprofit work. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and volunteer management software. Passion for the mission of Making A Difference Foundation. Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends. Benefits Salary and Benefits: ·       Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. ·       Health, dental, and vision insurance. ·       Paid time off and holidays. ·       Professional development opportunities.   MADF is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. To learn more about the organization, please visit www.themadf.org. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Work From Home Free Food & Snacks

STEADFAST HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION incorporated as a non-profit entity in 1989 and combined experts in housing and mental health services to provide a community housing program for adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. We are actively recruiting for positions within our group homes setting. What's in it for you? (Note: Benefits are for full-time staff only) - Free medical, dental, vision, drug coverage benefits (valued at over $10,000/year) - Paid Time Off (PTO) up to 40 hours/year - Six (6) paid holidays per year (at double time) - Profit-Sharing Retirement account - $15,000 Life Insurance coverage paid for by SHDC - Great schedule for those looking to supplement their income and combine this opportunity with your current FT/PT job! What do you have to do? Show up for work. Work independently in a self-directed setting within a group home to teach and assist adults with mental illness in learning basic life skills to prepare them for independent living e.g., cooking, budgeting, hygiene to name a few. Provide maintenance of a single-family home and property. Refer to the vacancy list below. What do you need to qualify for the job? High School diploma or GED. Valid Hawaii Driver's License and a clean driving abstract with no more than 3 violations within the last 3 years. Valid vehicle with updated insurance, safety check and registration. Ability to pass a background check and drug screening. Where are the jobs? We have an immediate full-time (FT) position on OAHU. See the list below. Semi-Independent Group Home: Resident Manager: - Hourly rate for this position is $16/hour with complimentary housing. - FT (live-in): Olomana group home (Kailua) on Mondays to Fridays (10am-7pm) - Position is also open to a non-live in person if we cannot find a live-in. If you think this job is right for you, email your resume and preferred position to: WESLEY CHUN at WCHUN@STEADFAST-HAWAII.ORG. Please EMAIL your RESUME and WHICH POSITION or WORK SITE you are most interested in. Serious inquiries only. Interviews will be scheduled immediately. Shifts are filled on a first-come first-served basis. Job descriptions and the employment application will be emailed to all serious interested applicants only. Thank you for your interest in our organization!

Do you have excellent customer service skills? Are you passionate about seeing animals find their forever homes? 🐾 Come work as an Adoption Services Specialist for Animal Humane Society, where caring for animals isn’t just a job – it’s our passion. We are on a mission to compassionately and responsibly create a more humane world for animals and their people Job Summary: The Adoptions Services Specialist is responsible for providing a positive visitor experience by engaging with visitors, assisting visitors with animal visitations, providing animal information, and completing animal adoptions. Pay Rate: $16/hour Benefits (see additional benefits below): · Paid Time Off (PTO) · 4 floating holidays per full calendar year · 401k Retirement Plan Schedule: Part-time; up to 29 hours/week Full Saturday & Sunday availability desired Shifts are 4 to 8 hours in length Saturday-Sunday shift times between 9:45a-6:15p Tuesday-Friday: shift times between 11:45a-8:15p Location: Coon Rapids, MN Application Process: 1 short (~3 minute) video interview followed by a 30-minute virtual interview with a Recruiter What you'll be doing: Adoption Services: Greet visitors and promptly respond to animal inquiries and questions. Assist visitors with animal visitations. Act as an educational resource for basic breed, animal care, animal history, and behavior information. Continually observe adoption area to ensure all individuals’ needs are met.  Thoroughly explain the adoption process. Complete adoptions, ensuring all transaction paperwork and computer records are accurate. Prepare adopters for success by selling merchandise and suggesting services that best suits their needs. Accurately process animal adoptions, holds, and merchandise sales in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Safely restrain cats and dogs for microchipping. Follow established procedures to microchip cats and dogs. Responsibly handle cash and credit transactions and adhere to procedures with respect to all receivables. Maintain merchandise area including displaying, cleaning, stocking, checking-in, and storing of product. Carry out housekeeping and cleaning procedures, including in animal areas. Escalate visitor concerns, animal needs or issues as appropriate. Communication and Culture: Communicate in a positive and professional manner with visitors, other employees, and volunteers. Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion to make AHS a welcoming environment for all. Technology: Review animal records in PetPoint. Utilize multiline phone system and Language Line phone service. Utilize tablets for processing adoptions, reviewing animal records, accessing Language Line, and completing inventory counts.  Manage and view work schedule in Makeshift. Clock in and out of shifts using ADP. Monitor AHS email and other messaging software. Other duties as assigned. Additional Information: Schedule and Attendance: Required to be on time to scheduled shifts during operational hours which may include evenings, weekends and holidays. May be required to work at a different site based on department needs. May be required to attend occasional off-site meetings and events. Attend and participate in regular team meetings and one-on-one meetings with direct leader. Work Environment: Environment can be dirty, wet, warm and humid. Exposure to zoonotic diseases and pests such as fleas and ticks. Possibility of being bitten or scratched. Exposure to unpleasant odors, chemicals and noises, including barking. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions including but not limited to cold, heat, rain and snow when outside. Requirements What we're looking for: Experience: Customer service, sales, and animal handling experience preferred. Skills: Strong customer services and communication skills. Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. Proficient with computers, specifically a working knowledge of Microsoft products. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift, carry, and handle animals and other items up to 50 lbs. unassisted.  For animals and other items over 50 lbs., assistance from another team member is required.  Prolonged periods of standing and walking. Must be able to restrain cats and dogs while microchipping. Emotional Demands: Ability to be emotionally resilient while working in a shelter setting. Must be comfortable handling a variety of animals with a wide range of behavioral and medical needs, including the use of humane euthanasia. Must be comfortable with animal body fluids including urine, feces, and blood. Must be comfortable with needles used for microchipping cats and dogs. Transportation: Reliable transportation required. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this role. Duties, responsibilities and requirements may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits About AHS  Every year, Animal Humane Society provides direct care and services to help thousands of animals in need across Minnesota.  As one of the nation's leading animal welfare organizations, AHS is transforming the way shelters care for animals and engage their communities. From innovative medical and behavior programs to investments in outreach and advocacy, we’re advancing animal welfare and creating a more humane world for animals everywhere.  Why Work Here   Make a difference in the lives of animals and people   Join a team of coworkers who love animals as much as you do   Work-life balance   Unique animal adoption benefits and discounts on veterinary care, pet supplies, and animal training classes    Health insurance coverage for full time staff includes the following: medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account for health care expenses and dependent care, voluntary accident insurance, and employee ­paid supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment and long term disability insurance.   Employer paid benefits for full time staff includes the following: basic life insurance, basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term disability   Support for student loans: we are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer  Mental Health and Counseling Support: all employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program with 3 free counseling sessions per year   401k for part-time and full-time staff   Nine paid holidays for full-time staff   Paid floating holidays for part-time and full-time staff (up to 4 days per year based on start date)   Paid Time Off for part time and full time staff (amount is based on hours worked and FTE status)   Paid parent leave for full-time staff    Our Organizational Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:  As an organization dedicated to making the world a more humane and compassionate place for animals, we know that people are at the heart of all that we do. Animal Humane Society’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity is essential to our mission and shapes our culture, our work, and the services we provide.  At AHS we embrace and honor the inherent dignity and diverse experiences of our team members, volunteers, board members, partners, clients, and visitors, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or income. Working together to instill equity and inclusivity within our organization will allow us to better serve the people and animals of Minnesota, and ultimately have a positive impact on animals in our care. 

Arc of Kona is seeking dedicated, compassionate individuals who are passionate about making a difference to join our team. Experience preferred, training opportunities provided for applicants with minimal experience. We are currently hiring for the following positions in the North and South Kona, Pahala, Kohala, Honokaa, and Hilo areas. Direct Support Workers. Various hours/shifts available. Works one-on-one with individuals with disabilities providing services and supports in the individual's home and/or community. Assists participants in leading self-directed lives, assists with daily living activities, and encourages community exploration and inclusion. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, we encourage you to apply. $16-$18/hour. Benefits: Flexible working hours, mileage reimbursement, cell phone reimbursement (for certain positions), CPR and First Aid training, health insurance and life insurance if working 20+ hours/week. Arc of Kona is a drug-free workplace. To apply, submit your resume via email to: admin@arcofkona.org or via fax at 323-9444. For more information on our organization, go to: www.arcofkona.org. Please provide name, contact number and resume when applying. MISSION STATEMENT The Arc of Kona provides services to people with disabilities that encourages personal growth and quality of life through empowerment and choice.

We are currently seeking creative and caring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our CLA (community living arrangement) group home teams. We have part time positions available in Allentown and Bethlehem, PA. The current openings are: 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift See below for more details! As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who live in our Lehigh Valley group homes. Our person-centered staff work with the individuals’ personal goals and help those individuals maintain or increase their level of independence and live their best lives. The role is an excellent opportunity for someone to begin a new career in the human services field. At Access Services, you will work alongside staff who truly care about each other and the people they serve! Key Responsibilities: Assist individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities by providing creative support through a variety of tasks, activities and/or community engagement. Provide direct services to individuals in their homes and in the community. Provide personal care to individuals. Provide the highest quality of care to individuals in helping them meet their needs. Requirements Candidates must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria including background checks, physical examination results, and clearances. A high school diploma or GED.  One year of experience as a direct support professionals is preferred, but not required. Access Services provides paid training. A valid driver's license, and access to a reliable vehicle during work hours.  A U.S. driver’s license for at least two years (not including time with a permit).  Must be listed as a driver on a valid auto insurance policy.  Ability to drive both your personal vehicle and a company-provided vehicle during work hours.  Schedule: Current shifts available: 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift All staff are required to work four weekend shifts per month. Let’s discuss a schedule that works for YOU! Benefits Compensation: The base rate for this position starts at $17.50/hour with increases (differential rates) for certain shifts. Currently, the differential rates are: -Saturday-Sunday $1 extra per hour for the 3PM-11PM and 11PM-7AM shifts Differential rates are available for overnight shifts based on fluctuating needs. The differential rate can be discussed at the interview. All employees receive the following benefits: Mileage Reimbursement, paid travel time between worksites Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Referral Bonuses Ongoing Training Discounts on various services, perks with local Credit Unions, college tuition discounts If working 20 hours or more, benefits also include: Paid Time Off, Tuition reimbursement, 401k match. If working 30+ hours per week, benefits also include: Health, Vision, Rx, & Dental insurances 401k match, Tuition Reimbursement and college tuition discounts 20 Days Paid Time Off plus additional time with continued service. Paid Holiday Time. Catastrophic Sick Leave (CSL) Company Paid Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ARC OF KONA is seeking dedicated, compassionate individuals who are passionate about making a difference to join our Adult Day Health program team. An Adult Day Health Direct Support Professional (ADH DSP) works with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities providing services and supports in a group setting both at the agency and in the community. The ADH DSP supports and assists participants in leading self-directed lives, learning daily living activities, and encourages and provides opportunities for increasing choices, community learning, exploration, and inclusion. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, we encourage you to apply. Full-time position, Monday through Friday, $16-$18 per hour. Arc of Kona is a drug-free workplace. For more information on our organization, go to: www.arcofkona.org. Please provide your name, contact number and resume when applying. MISSION STATEMENT The Arc of Kona provides services to people with disabilities that encourages personal growth and quality of life through empowerment and choice.