National City Navigation Center Activities and Volunteer Coordinator - San Diego Rescue Mission

Join Our Vibrant Team: Be the Heartbeat of Our Navigation Center's Activities and Volunteer Engagement!

At the San Diego Rescue Mission, we are driven by a profound belief in compassion, service, and the transformative power of Jesus' love. Our mission goes beyond charity; it is a calling to love our neighbors and provide hope and healing to those experiencing homelessness. We are committed to creating a holistic approach to recovery and rehabilitation, ensuring that our programs serve as safe havens for men, women, and children in need.

We are seeking a dedicated Activities and Volunteers Coordinator for our National City Navigation Center. This role is pivotal in enhancing our community engagements and volunteer programs. The Coordinator will be responsible for orchestrating all guest activities, managing event calendars, and overseeing the recruitment, training, and management of volunteers.

Key Responsibilities:

Activity Coordination:

• Develop, coordinate, and manage a robust calendar of events for guests, including chapel services, Bible studies, educational classes, and social gatherings. Ensure all logistical aspects are handled, such as room reservations, audio/visual setup, catering needs, and event staffing.

• Volunteer Management:

• Develop and oversee all volunteer opportunities, ensuring a rewarding experience for participants and meeting the operational needs of the Navigation Center.
• Recruit, screen, onboard, and train volunteers using SDRM's established volunteer program guidelines.
• Utilize and manage volunteer management software and databases, ensuring efficient operation and data integrity.
• Foster strong relationships with volunteers through personal interactions, including welcoming, providing tours, and conducting orientation and training specific to their roles.

• Community Engagement:

• Actively develop partnerships and represent the Rescue Mission at community events, schools, and churches.
• Coordinate and participate in community outreach efforts, enhancing the visibility and impact of SDRM's mission.
• Serve as a spokesperson for the Mission, articulating our values, vision, and the essential role of volunteers.

• Professional Development:

• Engage in continuous personal and professional growth as a follower of Jesus Christ and a spiritual leader.
• Uphold and promote the Mission's Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and core values in all professional undertakings.

Administrative Duties:

• Efficiently manage volunteer communications, including appreciation events and regular updates through newsletters and direct communications.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, generate reports, and analyze volunteer metrics to guide strategic decisions.
• Handle departmental mailings and manage related administrative tasks.

Other Requirements:

• Maintain a professional demeanor and foster a supportive work environment based on dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings, maintaining confidentiality regarding sensitive Mission information.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience: At least 2 years in volunteer coordination, event planning, or a related field.
• Nonprofit experience and familiarity with serving unhoused populations preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Canva, and Mailchimp.
• Experience with CRM systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage and inspire a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Independent problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to implementing solutions.
• Spanish language proficiency is preferred.

This position is scheduled to start May 15th, 2024 and will report directly to the Director of the National City Navigation Center. The Coordinator will be an integral part of the Church and Community Engagement Team, receiving training on SDRM-wide volunteer structures, systems, and procedures. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply and join our mission in serving the community with love and dedication.

EEO Statement
The San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM) is both an equal opportunity employer and a Christian ministry. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex (which included breastfeeding, or a medial condition related to breastfeeding), marital status, parental status, military status, veteran's status, pregnancy, medication condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

However, as a registered non-profit religious organization, SDRM does reserve the right to discriminate in hiring persons whose lifestyle is contradictory to Biblical principles.

Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e (a)), SDRM has the right to, and does hire only candidates who agree with SDRM's Statement of Faith and conduct themselves in accordance with our religious beliefs.

Background Check Disclaimer
SDRM conducts background checks in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act, and the California Consumer Credit Reporting Agencies Act. If you accept a position with SDRM, as part of your conditional offer of employment, you will be asked to submit to a virtual background check AND a California Livescan Fingerprint.

You will be provided the following notifications as an example:
1. You will be provided with appropriate written notice of the company's intention to obtain information by way of a background check and will give applicants and employees the opportunity to obtain a free copy of any report obtained.
2. Applicants and employees will be asked to authorize a background check before such check is performed.

Drug Screen Disclaimer
SDRM is a Nonprofit Religious Organization and as such, we require all employees to submit to our drug screen as a condition of employment once they have accepted a position with SDRM. Because of our religious affiliation, we do not allow employees to use or consume recreational or medicinal marijuana, along with all other federally recognized substances. You will be notified prior to any employment decisions if your drug screen is returned with negative findings. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

E-VERIFY Statement
San Diego Rescue Mission participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.