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Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Project Director to lead and manage community service initiatives that empower underserved populations. In this vital role, you will oversee program development, coordinate volunteer activities, and foster strong relationships with community partners. Your leadership will ensure the successful delivery of human service programs that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to drive impactful projects, supervise staff, and promote civic engagement through innovative program management.

Duties:

Reports to Executive Director of Catholic Charities, Father Scott Seymour. Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of RSVP projects focused on engaging volunteers in service activities. Prepares grant applications, including applications for Federal, State, County, United Way and local nonfederal match funding. Manage relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and stakeholders to expand program reach and impact. Works with the Advisory Council ( bi-monthly meetings) to determine policies and goals for the RSVP program within AmeriCorps guidelines. Develops and implements public relations efforts to promote the RSVP program to increase public awareness of its services. Recruits, interviews, and places volunteers in service activities appropriate to their interests and AmeriCorps Seniors Performance Measure Community Need Workplans. Establishes partnerships with community organizations through Memoranda of Understanding. Develops a balanced budget, manages and reconciles the approved budget. Seeks new sources of funding as necessary to maintain the program. Makes expenditures authorized by the Catholic Charities Executive Director. Prepares and submits grant Progress Reports, Federal Financial Reports, and other required reports. With the Advisory Council, plans activities to recognize volunteers for their contribution to the community, including a mandatory annual recognition event. Trains and supervises AmeriCorps Seniors program staff (Volunteer Coordinator) Supervise program staff and volunteers, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure program excellence. Administers personnel policies consistent with Catholic Charities Maintains staff and project records. Implements office procedures to maintain efficient and effective operation. Attends AmeriCorps Seniors training convenings and other appropriate conferences and meetings on aging, volunteerism, and related fields. Develops and maintains cooperative working relationships with other community organizations and agencies. Experience Demonstrated leadership in human services administration with supervisory experience in team management and staff supervision. Strong relationship management skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across communities. Extensive administrative experience including budgeting, program development, compliance adherence, and writing detailed reports. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for managing documents, data analysis, and presentations.

Catholic Charities Mission:

To respond to the needs of the most vulnerable members of our communities. Catholic Charities fulfills this mission by empowering people through direct aid, community programs, outreach, and advocacy.

AMERICORP

Seniors RSVP Mission:

To harness the energy of individuals aged 55 and older to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering. Equal Employment Agency - Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity Agency without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. Catholic Charities provides reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Join us as the AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Project Director and be a catalyst for positive change! Your leadership will inspire volunteers, strengthen community bonds, and improve lives through impactful service programs designed for lasting community benefit.

Pay:

$28.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person