Community Resource Center is seeking a highly qualified and motivated individual to serve in our Denver office as the Volunteer Engagement Associate VISTA member. The Volunteer Engagement Associate will support CRC’s Service Enterprise Certification work as well as support the organization’s larger volunteer engagement efforts that includes recruitment, onboarding, coordination, recognition, and retention of CRC’s diverse volunteering opportunities within the organization.
Service Activities
The VISTA will support the Service Enterprise certification and a variety of volunteer engagement strategies. Member duties include:1)Volunteer Recruitment – Develop position descriptions, post positions, interview, and screen applications the VISTA will create a qualified and diverse pool of volunteers.2)Onboard Volunteers – Accommodate the variety of volunteer positions at CRC, this candidate will develop, coordinate, and help staff implement an orientation and onboarding materials.3)Volunteer Coordination – The coordination of volunteers will mostly occur through the Colorado Grants Guide. Assist CGG volunteers with the development and revision of donor profiles.4)Recognition & Retention – The VISTA will identify and support staff with the implementation of volunteer engagement strategies.5)Service Enterprise Initiative – Take best and evidence-based practices at this initiative to further CRC’s volunteer opportunities and initiatives that will amplify the CRC’s impact in Colorado.
Community Need Addressed
The CRC VISTA program creates a lasting positive impact in rural Colorado communities by supporting organizations that address basic needs, transitional housing and poverty alleviation.
Position Outcomes
Increase volunteer capacity, Build recruitment and retention strategies
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Housing Stipend $200/Month, Health Coverage*
Education Benefits
College Degree
Skills you will gain
Volunteer recruitment, Salesforce, Organizational skills, Time management, Communications
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Effectively delegate tasks, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment