Job Details
Volunteer Manager (Canada Summer Jobs)
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- Posted by: York Region Educational Services
- Closing Date: Apr 26, 2025
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City: York Region
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Rate of Pay: Hourly
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Rate of Pay Amount / Range: $17.25
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Positions Available: 4
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Type: Part Time
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Duration: Seasonal
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Avg. Hours/Week: 35
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Education: N/A
The Volunteer Manager role has the following tasks and responsibilities:
1. Volunteer Recruitment, Onboarding, and Training:
- Assist in implementing strategies to recruit and onboard volunteers, focusing on engaging local youth and underrepresented groups.
- Conduct onboarding sessions to familiarize volunteers with program policies, roles, and expectations.
- Support training initiatives to equip volunteers with essential skills such as teamwork, communication, and task-specific competencies.
2. Scheduling and Coordination:
- Develop and manage weekly volunteer schedules, ensuring alignment with program activities and coverage for all roles.
- Assign tasks to volunteers based on their interests and skills, while maintaining flexibility for adjustments as needed.
- Collaborate with program staff to ensure seamless volunteer integration into activities.
3. Volunteer Supervision and Support:
- Oversee day-to-day volunteer activities to ensure adherence to guidelines and successful program delivery.
- Provide direct support to volunteers, addressing questions, challenges, and offering constructive feedback.
Foster a positive and inclusive environment to keep volunteers motivated and engaged.
4. Engagement, Recognition, and Feedback:
- Organize initiatives to recognize and appreciate volunteer contributions, such as an appreciation event or campaign.
- Collect feedback from volunteers to understand their experiences and identify immediate areas for improvement.
- Promote team-building activities to strengthen collaboration and camaraderie among volunteers.
5. Administration, Safety, and Program Development:
- Maintain accurate records of volunteer participation and contributions for reporting purposes.
- Ensure all safety protocols are followed, delivering training on emergency procedures and conducting regular safety checks.
- Contribute to evaluating the program's effectiveness by collecting feedback and recommending improvements for future initiatives.
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