Canandaigua, NY, USA Hourly 18.13-19.31 per hour Part Time
The Arc Ontario
Volunteer Coordinator
Salary: $18.13 - $19.31
Position Overview: Join our team as a Volunteer Coordinator and bring comfort and connection to the community through our therapy dog program. You'll manage and grow the Pet Connections volunteer program-onboarding new teams, coordinating training, ensuring all paperwork and screenings are complete, and keeping records up to date. You'll match volunteers with opportunities that suit their interests and their dogs' unique temperaments, while promoting the program to local organizations. Stay engaged with volunteers, create schedules, track activities, and help plan events that make a real impact. If you love working with people and dogs in a dynamic environment, this is your chance to make a difference-apply today.
Work Location: Canandaigua, NY
Schedule: M-F 8am-12pm, Flexibility in schedule required to meet agency needs.
As a full time team member at The Arc Ontario, you will receive
- Health and retirement benefits
- Paid time off; Over 3 weeks of vacation within your first year.
- Sick Time
- Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my agency
- Educational Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to a Fitness Center in the Main Facility
- Pay on Demand
- Free Telehealth with EZaccessMD
- Emergency Assistance Funding
- And more
Our Culture
Investing in our staff while thriving in a flexible and fun work environment.
The Arc Ontario Story:
Founded in 1954 we believe that All individuals with disabilities or other challenges are one with their community.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the scheduling and promotion of Dog training classes to recruit and train new volunteers.
- Ensures that each class is set up in our database so that people can register and pay, ensuring payment before confirming registration.
- May assist with the promotion of Pet Connections program, up to and including attending community events.
Requirements
- Associates degree and at least 3 years of experience in volunteer coordination or similar administrative positions, or an equivalent amount of combined education/experience.
- Valid NYS Driver's License
- Required to work around dogs at times.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with volunteers and stakeholders
The Arc Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. The Arc Ontario does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.