Program Coordinator

Pay

$21/hr

• Overall management of Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion volunteer and client assignments in Kittson, Roseau, Marshall, Norman, Pennington, Red Lake, Polk, Mahnomen, and Lake of Woods counties.
• Publicizing, recruiting, training and placing volunteers and clients with partner agencies.
• Assuring compliance with program regulations and managing relationships with partner sites and multiple stakeholders.
• Directly managing clients and volunteer/client matches where no partner agency is available.

• Bachelor's degree in human services or five years of equivalent experience.
• Experience working with older adult population and/or volunteers is desired.
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, reliable transportation and Motor Vehicle Check.
• Excellent reasoning and analytical skills to interpret program policies, procedures and regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of aging and volunteerism issues.
• Depending on service area, 50% to 70% of time spent out of office meeting with volunteers, clients and community partners.

Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and reward employees. Consider joining us!

Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We actively foster an environment free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety and respect.

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