Habitat for Humanity
Family Selection & Volunteer Coordinator
Habitat for Humanity, Burlington, North Carolina, United States, 27215
Family Selection & Volunteer Coordinator
The
Family Selection Coordinator
reports directly to the Executive Director. Principal Objective of Position: To educate, recruit homeowner candidates, provide credit counseling services and support to homeowners-in-process (HIP), Coordinate and support HIP classes, and support the families during the application process and after the ownership. Coordinate the sweat equity hours for the partner families, In partnership with the Associate Director, coordinate volunteer opportunities for groups and individuals. This includes recruiting, scheduling, communication with construction team and the volunteers, follow ups, volunteer appreciation efforts, etc.
Educate community about Habitat Alamance & the potential for low-income families to qualify for homeownership
(15%)Increase number of qualified applicantsBuild partnerships with local organizations & churchesAdvertise homeownership program via newspaper, church bulletin inserts, brochures, newspapers and Outreach events.Organize presentations at partner organizations, churches, other service agencies & employersSelect qualified families in advance of house construction based on need for adequate shelter, ability to pay for the
Habitat home, & willingness to partner with the organization
(35%)Objective: Select qualified families in time for optimal family choices & to fully participate in the partnership that is designed to promote successful homeownership.
Provide excellent, compassionate service to families interested in applying to the homeownership programFollow up phone calls on applications that have been sentProcess application, ensures legal complianceCreate an Application Summary. Ensure the applicant meets criteria of ability to pay & willingness to partner.Prepare the files to the family selection CommitteeCoordinate Home Visit with the family to identify housing need, further educate family about CHFH process and long-term commitment, & verify willingness to partnerPull criminal historyTrack the sweat equity Hours
Support Volunteer Coordination with the Associate Director
(35%)ObjectiveEnsure Recruitment, Coordination, and Retention of VolunteersConnect with local organizations, companies, schools, faith-based groups, etc. to recruit volunteers to keep a steady flow of volunteer support for our build site, ReStore, and office. May require attending events or doing presentations to engage new volunteers.Maintain the calendar to make sure individuals and groups are scheduled correctly and provide attentive communication and follow up with volunteers including a feedback form.Coordinate with the construction team, place and time for construction service and any changes that happen due to weather, subcontractors, etc.Ensure logistics are well-planned -at the construction site, equipment, or materials, workload, etc.Oversee volunteer appreciation efforts and events, especially for the Core Crew (regular volunteers).
ObjectiveHelp keep partner families on track towards achieving each goal in successful homeownership & the construction process by facilitating awareness of what is needed to meet all parties' objectives (Homeowners, Construction, Family Services)
Work closely with Family Services and Construction Managers to coordinate house assignment build scheduleSet up regular check-in meetings with familiesFocus on re-orienting (letter of intent, new partner checklist, setting up closing cost paymentAct as a liaison to negotiate families' schedule with required meetingsRe-verify Income / CreditAssist with maintenance walkthroughs
Work as part of a team to support vision, values and business plan of Habitat
(15%)Administration - maintain records of all activities, prepare & submit reports (including homeownership process, monthly Family Services highlights, outreach report)Participate in staff meetings, & other organizational development activitiesAssist with overall operation of Family ServicesVolunteer recruitment, training & FS committee support
Minimum RequirementsEducation - Minimum associate degree.Skills (Office/Computers/Equipment)Bilingual Prefer English/SpanishFluent in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, office, Publisher.Strong Administrative and organizational skills.Good Communications (written/verbal)Strong Interpersonal People Skills, positive, Can-Do AttitudeDedicated to transforming people's lives through homeownership.
24 hours per week. Some Evening and weekend work required/ flexible schedule during the summer.Salary: $16-19 per Hour
To apply, email a resume and cover letter to Patricia Morales: [emailprotected]
#LI-aff
Location:
Burlington, NC
State/Region:
North Carolina
Position Category:
Affiliate-Opportunity
Type:
Affiliate
Function:
US Affiliate
Travel:
About Habitat for HumanityHabitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.At Habitat for Humanity International, we embrace a history rooted in creating equity and take our mission seriously by courageously committing to a culture and workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we realize that our success depends upon building an inclusive workforce of diverse perspectives and encourage people of varied races (which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, protective hairstyles and hair texture), ethnicities, national origins, tribes, religions, ages, gender identities and expressions, genders, sexual orientations, marital statuses, disabilities, veteran/reserve national guard statuses, socio-economic statuses, thinking and communication styles to work with us.We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.
The
Family Selection Coordinator
reports directly to the Executive Director. Principal Objective of Position: To educate, recruit homeowner candidates, provide credit counseling services and support to homeowners-in-process (HIP), Coordinate and support HIP classes, and support the families during the application process and after the ownership. Coordinate the sweat equity hours for the partner families, In partnership with the Associate Director, coordinate volunteer opportunities for groups and individuals. This includes recruiting, scheduling, communication with construction team and the volunteers, follow ups, volunteer appreciation efforts, etc.
Educate community about Habitat Alamance & the potential for low-income families to qualify for homeownership
(15%)Increase number of qualified applicantsBuild partnerships with local organizations & churchesAdvertise homeownership program via newspaper, church bulletin inserts, brochures, newspapers and Outreach events.Organize presentations at partner organizations, churches, other service agencies & employersSelect qualified families in advance of house construction based on need for adequate shelter, ability to pay for the
Habitat home, & willingness to partner with the organization
(35%)Objective: Select qualified families in time for optimal family choices & to fully participate in the partnership that is designed to promote successful homeownership.
Provide excellent, compassionate service to families interested in applying to the homeownership programFollow up phone calls on applications that have been sentProcess application, ensures legal complianceCreate an Application Summary. Ensure the applicant meets criteria of ability to pay & willingness to partner.Prepare the files to the family selection CommitteeCoordinate Home Visit with the family to identify housing need, further educate family about CHFH process and long-term commitment, & verify willingness to partnerPull criminal historyTrack the sweat equity Hours
Support Volunteer Coordination with the Associate Director
(35%)ObjectiveEnsure Recruitment, Coordination, and Retention of VolunteersConnect with local organizations, companies, schools, faith-based groups, etc. to recruit volunteers to keep a steady flow of volunteer support for our build site, ReStore, and office. May require attending events or doing presentations to engage new volunteers.Maintain the calendar to make sure individuals and groups are scheduled correctly and provide attentive communication and follow up with volunteers including a feedback form.Coordinate with the construction team, place and time for construction service and any changes that happen due to weather, subcontractors, etc.Ensure logistics are well-planned -at the construction site, equipment, or materials, workload, etc.Oversee volunteer appreciation efforts and events, especially for the Core Crew (regular volunteers).
ObjectiveHelp keep partner families on track towards achieving each goal in successful homeownership & the construction process by facilitating awareness of what is needed to meet all parties' objectives (Homeowners, Construction, Family Services)
Work closely with Family Services and Construction Managers to coordinate house assignment build scheduleSet up regular check-in meetings with familiesFocus on re-orienting (letter of intent, new partner checklist, setting up closing cost paymentAct as a liaison to negotiate families' schedule with required meetingsRe-verify Income / CreditAssist with maintenance walkthroughs
Work as part of a team to support vision, values and business plan of Habitat
(15%)Administration - maintain records of all activities, prepare & submit reports (including homeownership process, monthly Family Services highlights, outreach report)Participate in staff meetings, & other organizational development activitiesAssist with overall operation of Family ServicesVolunteer recruitment, training & FS committee support
Minimum RequirementsEducation - Minimum associate degree.Skills (Office/Computers/Equipment)Bilingual Prefer English/SpanishFluent in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, office, Publisher.Strong Administrative and organizational skills.Good Communications (written/verbal)Strong Interpersonal People Skills, positive, Can-Do AttitudeDedicated to transforming people's lives through homeownership.
24 hours per week. Some Evening and weekend work required/ flexible schedule during the summer.Salary: $16-19 per Hour
To apply, email a resume and cover letter to Patricia Morales: [emailprotected]
#LI-aff
Location:
Burlington, NC
State/Region:
North Carolina
Position Category:
Affiliate-Opportunity
Type:
Affiliate
Function:
US Affiliate
Travel:
About Habitat for HumanityHabitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.At Habitat for Humanity International, we embrace a history rooted in creating equity and take our mission seriously by courageously committing to a culture and workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we realize that our success depends upon building an inclusive workforce of diverse perspectives and encourage people of varied races (which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, protective hairstyles and hair texture), ethnicities, national origins, tribes, religions, ages, gender identities and expressions, genders, sexual orientations, marital statuses, disabilities, veteran/reserve national guard statuses, socio-economic statuses, thinking and communication styles to work with us.We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.