AmeriCorps*VISTA Volunteer Manager, Pathways PA

Posted by on October 07, 2013

AMERICORP VISTA (Delaware County, PA)

Volunteer Manager (1 position available)

The Volunteer Manager will be responsible for fulfilling recruitment needs within PathWays PA’s Self-Sufficiency Department. These needs include volunteers to train for the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program, volunteers who can provide food stamps and other public benefits outreach, and volunteers for other programs as needed. The manager will also make volunteer recruitment sustainable by creating volunteer database and training staff and/or volunteers to manage and retain volunteers in the future. Prior experience managing volunteers preferred. Interested candidates should apply through the AmeriCorps website at http://www.americorps.org/for_individuals/overview/index.asp]?

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Basic Computer Skills (Intermediate or Advanced a plus)
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Work Ethic
• Good Communication Skills — Oral & Written
• Good Organizational Skills
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Interest in Non-profit and/or Financial Education

AmeriCorps* VISTA Benefits:

• Monthly Stipend — Approximately $470/two weeks
• Health Benefits
• Child Care Assistance (for those who qualify)
• Relocation Assistance (for those who qualify)
• End of year Stipend ($1,200) or Educational Award ($4,725)
• Life Insurance Option

Transportation Reimbursement (provided by PathWays PA)
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