Volunteer and Community Partnership Coordinator

If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an
Counselor Non-Exempt
Job Title: Volunteer and Community Partner

About Acenda Integrated Health

Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi-year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work-Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families. Join #TeamAcenda and make a lasting impact.


Job Overview

The Volunteer and Community Partner is responsible for processing volunteer and mentor applications while supporting the planning and execution of volunteer events and communications. Collaborates with coworkers and agency staff to ensure effective communication, coordination, and problem-solving across all volunteer initiatives.

As an integrated health organization Acenda values the use of evidence-based practice or EBP's.

Program Info

Family Success Centers are community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering places where community residents go for family support, interactive workshops, activities, and groups. Family Success Centers are beautiful spaces designed to bring the community together to build relationships, strengthen the community and the families in it. They are places where residents and volunteers share their time and talent to build community capacity and enrich the lives of community members, and make families and neighborhoods stronger. A variety of family friendly events take place each month. We offer fun and educational workshops and activities, connection to resources, and volunteer opportunities. All services are free and open to all families in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for processing volunteer and mentor applications and
  
• Assist in the planning and executing volunteer special events and volunteer communications.
  
• Works collaboratively with coworkers and agency staff to effectively communicate and problem solve.
  

Requirements:

• Minimum requirement is an Associate's degree with relevant experience
  
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record.
  
• Must be able to exercise independent thinking and good judgment under all circumstances.
  
• Must be able to analyze work, set goals, develop plans and utilize time effectively and efficiently.
  

Additional Information:

• Base Rate: $18.27
  
• Sign-on Bonus: $500
  
• Bilingual rate: An additional $1.50 added to the base rate if Spanish proficient
  
• Schedule: Day- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9-5, Thursday 11-7 some Saturdays
  

What we provide:

• An Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agency
  
  

• Mission-driven core
  
  

• Health, Vision and Dental coverage for you and your family
  
  

• 401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 5% of comp
  
  

• Generous time-off
  
  

• Life Insurance
  
  

• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
  

• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

• Year-end bonuses
  
  

Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.


Department/Program
Family Success Center - Ocean (FSCO)