Crisis Hub Volunteer Coordinator

Crisis Hub Volunteer Coordinator – Full‑time, non‑exempt, 40 hours per week, Noon to 8 pm, various days depending on agency needs.
Compensation $24.50–$26.50 per hour plus applicable shift differential. The Common Ground Crisis Hub (CGCH) Volunteer Coordinator delivers services and supervision that support the program’s daily functions and operations on the phone, online, and in the community. The role includes registration, dispatch, crisis intervention via phone, and liaison with the Survivors of Suicide Loss and Survivors of Homicide Loss groups. The Coordinator also updates resources, coordinates education, recruits and retains volunteers and interns, and acts as advisor to program staff.

• Answer the CGCH phone and engage in direct telephonic support of individuals who reach out to Common Ground
• Apprise Program Manager of any unusual events, including completing Incident Reports in a timely manner, as well as staffing and coverage issues
• As needed, serve as a team leader in the absence of the CGCH Program Manager
• Facilitate/coordinate the Survivors of Suicide Loss and Survivors of Homicide Loss support groups
• Establish relationships and rapport with all volunteers and serve as their advisor and agency contact
• Oversee CGCH volunteer activities
• Coordinate the volunteer selection process and volunteer-oriented duties
• Assess and screen pool of volunteer candidates to identify eligible and capable volunteers
• Facilitate regular orientation and training for volunteers
• Ensure proper onboarding process for all volunteers, creating individual files, tracking time and attendance, and assessing performance per policy
• Monitor volunteer performance to assess fit for volunteer role and responsibilities, removing those who do not meet the program standards
• Maintain volunteer records and contact information
• Facilitate volunteer engagement and retention activities
• Participate in agency volunteer recognition events
• Conduct Exit Interviews with outgoing volunteers
• Maintain communication between staff and volunteers, and work collaboratively with the Common Ground Management Team and other program staff
• Adhere to licensing guidelines and ensure compliance to internal and external auditing bodies
• Maintain up to date records in the Electronic Health Record
• Maintain deep understanding of Hub operational activities including insurance verification, core provider alignment, billing activities, use of CCBHC EHRs, etc. and help the manager guide other staff in these activities
• Promote a culture of trust that reinforces the agency’s core values and incorporates trauma‑informed care practices

• High school diploma or GED
• A minimum of two (2) years of Crisis Intervention experience
• Previous leadership experience, preferred
• Satisfactory completion of Common Ground’s Crisis Intervention Training
• Satisfactory completion of Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
• Demonstrated experience utilizing the Caplan Model of Crisis Intervention
• Experience as a front office Medical Assistant (preferred)

• Non‑Profit mission‑driven, person‑focused environment
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Team orientated environment
• An organizational culture of mental & behavioral health support for all

• Generous paid time off (for eligible employees)
• Shift premiums (for eligible employees)
• Employer sponsored benefit & wellness plans (including 16% fringe pay, Calm App, etc.)
• Competitive wages

Common Ground is a mission‑driven, person‑focused nonprofit. We offer professional growth, a team‑oriented environment, and an organizational culture that supports all mental and behavioral health needs. Common Ground is an Equal‑Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Find out more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org