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Jewish Family Service of Nashville and Middle TN, Inc.

Volunteer Coordinator

Jewish Family Service of Nashville and Middle TN, Inc.

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Job Summary

The JFS Volunteer Coordinator manages numerous JFS volunteer programs and services that are designed to maintain connections between Jewish older adults and adults with disabilities and the larger Jewish community. This includes the multiple programs that are part of the Helping Hands Program. Also included are Shabbat services and holiday programming at area assisted living communities. Establishing and maintaining connections with both the volunteers as well as those being served by these programs is an important focus.

See the programs you would be managing here: https://jfsnashville.org/services/older-adults/

 

 

Job Responsibilities

Direct oversight of JFS volunteer programs benefitting older adults and adults with disabilities, including, but not limited to:

  • the Helping Hands Program (Friendly Visiting, Telephone Reassurance, Pen Pals, Cyber Seniors, Jacob’s Ladder, Helping Hands Music and Art Programs for those living with dementia). https://jfsnashville.org/services/older-adults/
  • Shabbat services and holiday programs and deliveries at area assisted living communities
  • Facilitating a lunch twice a month including scheduling entertainment, ordering lunch, gathering RSVPs
  • Jewish holiday deliveries/partnerships with community agencies

The Volunteer Coordinator also works with other JFS staff to respond to agency needs as they arise throughout the year and coordinates volunteers for agency projects.  Examples include School Supply drives and the Hanukkah gift program. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (social services a plus) 
    • Experience with volunteer management and/or previous experience   working with an older adult population 
    • Ability to work cooperatively with professional staff and Jewish communal organizations 
    • Engaging & flexible personality with strong organizational skills
    • Familiarity with and sensitivity to Jewish identity (including its religious, ethical, cultural, and social values).

Additional Information

Benefits

This is a part-time position.  Benefits will be discussed during the interview process

How to Apply

Those interested in joining our team should email a copy of their resume and cover letter to:

Pam Kelner, Executive Director

pgkelner@jfsnashville.org

Details

  • Date Posted: March 17, 2022
  • Type: Part-Time
  • Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
  • Service Area: Social / Human Services
  • Start Date: 06/01/2022
  • Salary Range: 26,000-28,000
  • Working Hours: 21 hours a week - flexible except for bi-weekly lunch (every other Tuesday)