Opportunities From: Care Connect Volunteers

Women Facilitators (Advocacy)

Starting August 24-30th depends on County- 6-8 week biweekly P2P Therapeutic Art Program

Job Description:

The Women Facilitator (Advocate) provides consistent social support, case management, and advocacy services for women veterans and Women Spouses in Hope4veterans program and accessing, transitional services and case management services. The Women Facilitator (Advocate) helps women veteran and Spouse sisters navigate systems and obtain the services that are necessary for stability and wellness. Women Facilitator (Advocate) identify as a consumer and utilize personal life experience when working with clients. Hope4Veterans mission emphasizes supportive, non-judgmental care, preventive care, health education and community referrals to address the broad spectrum of health and psycho-social concerns of our women veterans and women Spouses served and serving

Duties and Responsibilities:

Utilize your personal and professional life skills and experience to provide Women Facilitators (Advocate) for women veterans, Women Spouses and their families. Support military women in P2P Therapeutic Art Program and other activities Provide veteran and Spouses with information about resources, referrals, and navigate the va system (processes and procedures) including the Women Facilitator (Advocate) role and assist them to successfully engage. Assist and navigate the process for our Women Veterans and Spouses with her basic needs, and the steps to become self-sufficient for their family. Women Facilitator (Advocate) will not be giving any mental health advice (Women Facilitator (Advocate) are not mental health providers) Responsible for tracking systems, applications, referral source documentations to care managers and licensed counselors. Produces and maintains accurate and timely documentation. Women Facilitators (Advocate) seeks consultation regularly and acts within limits of her role. Participates in staff meetings, provide feedback, and troubleshoot barriers faced by veterans. Assist with coordination of care offering input on veteran progress and the development of the program. Develop an understanding of Hope4veterans mission and building effectively working relationships. Provides a consistent source of encouragement, hope, and non-judgmental support to women veterans and Women Spouses and her family. Serves as a consultant and mentor to veterans and models effective coping techniques. Participates in providing a variety of support services for veterans and Spouses (e.g. support groups, activities, outreach, referrals, collaborating with Hope4veterans partnership). Ability to remain calm in crisis or emergent situations. Works as a part of a multi-disciplinary team with Licensed Counselors, care managers, nonprofit partners, and county agencies. Responsible for remaining within established ethical standards, including those of confidentiality. Attend trainings/conferences as arranged.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required Prefer woman with military background in their own recovery stage of their personal journey so they may be able to support, empower and encourage women veterans and Spouses on her challenges. Understanding your own Women Facilitators (Advocate) strengths, weaknesses and triggers to allow the best fit. Understanding your boundaries within yourself and others. Attend additional training such as MST, Suicide and leadership trainings and any other training to expand your knowledge to help assist women veterans and Spouses. Applicants must be willing to identify as a women veteran and Spouses and must offer support based on having a minimum of 1-2 years of personal experience in navigating social services and/or helping others. Must provide proof of current driver’s license and auto insurance.  Expectations: Attendance and punctuality is necessary. Ability to work constructively with a multidisciplinary team. Ability to handle crisis situations. Ability to represent core agency/program values and principles in a variety of settings. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to problem solves and be self-motivated. Intermediate computer skills, experience with data entry. Must have a commitment to excellence and high standards. Expected to have strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to understand and follow written/verbal instructions.Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness. Ability to operate office equipment, including computer equipment Demonstrate ability to work with underserved populations Preferred Military women veteran, spouse or connected/ worked in military environment.

 

How to Apply:

This position is a  6-8 week stipend paid position

Send a resume, 2 references, DD214, ID or any verifiable information for status as a Women Veteran to email : H4VApplications@hope4veterans.org; or   Lgeiser@hope4veterans.org

 

 

 

Secretary/HR Board Member

Job description:      

The secretary of a nonprofit organization plays a critical role in fostering communication and ensuring proper management and utilization of important organizational records. Generally, an organization’s bylaws will set the duties of the secretary, however, duties may change from time to time as may be assigned by the board.

The secretary is responsible for scheduling board meetings and should ensure an adequate number of meetings are held per year, in accordance with the organization’s bylaws. The secretary prepares and sends meeting materials far enough in advance of the meeting for each director to review such materials, correct any errors, and prepare questions and comments. The secretary should be well-equipped to record accurate minutes and be aware and sensitive to any special or confidential information discussed at a meeting. The secretary is tasked with knowing and complying with notice requirements and scheduling meetings to accommodate the directors. The secretary position has wide-ranging responsibilities, requiring much more than simply being present at all board meetings.

Responsibilities:

Meeting Minutes and Records required to keep updated State and Federal laws. Excellent consulting, presentation, and communication skills. Knowledge with additional HR roles to assist with Grant, Volunteer, updated paperwork for data. Demonstrate social networking with board, committee, and volunteers. Schedule and assist with secretary notes for Board meetings & zoom meetings for P2P Program. Monitor and update Hub spot and emails for updated data and info on military women. Support Marketing on ideas and suggestions for Constant Contact Newsletters. Positive attitude, detail and customer oriented with good multitasking and organizational ability.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by Executive Director Support Hope4veterans in fundraising throughout the Year

 

Other Desirable Qualities

Experience creating meaningful connections and contacts within communities. Small non-profit work experience taking notes and HR roles

How to Apply:

Send a resume, cover letter and three references to email: H4VApplications@hope4veterans.org

 

 

 

Outreach and Event Coordinator

Job Description:

The Outreach and Event Coordinator Director’s primary duties are to manage outreach, communications,
and event coordination for the Hope4veterans and its programs. The Hope4veterans holds a variety of
public events throughout the year including; festivals, large and small paddling events, family outdoor
activities, award dinners, fundraisers, and restoration activities. Outreach at events and activities put on by
partners and other community organizations and play an active role in the development and
implementation of the goals and mission for Hope4veterans.

Duties and Responsibilities

▪ Schedule, coordinate, budget, and implement at least 5-10 events a year.
▪ Conduct outreach to and build strong relationships with neighborhoods and other community
groups including; tabling, meetings, and formal presentations.
▪ Manage Hope4veteran’s outreach and communications including bi-monthly newsletters through
Constant Contact and all social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc. )
▪ Stay close contact with PR for press releases, invitations, newsletters, flyers, news articles,
posters, postcards, annual report, email, and electronic announcements.
▪ Recruit, train, and supervise staff and volunteers for Hope4veterans events to support and assist
with event planning and implementation.
▪ Recruit and coordinate event planning committees annually with community members, partners,
and/or sponsors
▪ Support the Hope4veterans Volunteer Coordinator in outreach and event volunteer management.
▪ Maintain and update documentation of events and contacts
▪ Compile and complete evaluations/Surveys and analyze events for Hope4veterans. s
▪ Assist the Executive Director in fundraising.
▪ Develop and maintain contacts, e-mail lists and mailing lists connecting and pertaining to
outreach that benefits women veterans and their families.
▪ Set up in person/ Or zoom connections for future events or fundraisers.
▪ Maintain yearly events and community outreach calendars.

Other Responsibilities

▪ Track spending, event budgets and manage outreach with the assistance of the Executive
Director.
▪ Other duties as assigned by Executive Director

Qualifications and Skills:
▪ Demonstrated ability to work well with people of diverse backgrounds, ages and cultures.
▪ Dedication and/or lived experience working in community engagement and program design,
particularly in communities of color.
▪ Experience successfully leading coordination of large events such as festivals or conferences.
▪ Excellent leadership skills
▪ Comfortable with public speaking and demonstrates professional communication skills.
▪ Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet programs.
▪ 1-3 years of experience in planning events and projects.
▪ Working knowledge of an email marketing management platform and social media (Constant
Contact, facebook, twitter, etc.)
▪ Excellent communication skills to include writing, speaking, and networking.
▪ Experience coordinating interns, volunteers and committees.
▪ Experience working in a small team environment.
▪ Available in the evenings, weekdays, and/or weekends.
▪ Ability to work on uneven terrain, lift 30-50 lbs regularly.*
▪ Comfort with water, paddling a canoe or kayak for outdoor activities.
▪ Current Florida driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation.
▪ Extremely well organized and able to multitask across a variety of programs areas with an
attention to detail. Ability to meet and adapt to shifting deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and
work independently.

Other Desirable Qualities

▪ Experience creating meaningful connections and contacts within the community
▪ Small non-profit work experience.
▪ Supervisory experience.
*Work Environment

This position includes moving on uneven terrain, often during inclement weather. The Outreach Director
is often responsible for a portion of event setup which includes lifting 30-50lbs, setting up tents, table and
chairs. The person in this position often paddles in canoes or kayaks to access sites or give tours. Around
30-40% of this job requires mobility in non-ADA accessible spaces and moving heavy objects. Please
contact the Council with specific questions about accessibility and special accommodation.

Travel and Safety Requirements:

Travel by car, valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, the ability to be insured for vehicle
usages, willingness and ability to use personal transportation related to work (mileage reimbursed) is
required. Appropriate field and safety attire required as event dictates.

How to Apply:
Send a resume, cover letter and three references to email : H4VApplications@hope4veterans.org

Nonprofit Operations Manager (Volunteer)

Job description:      

Nonprofit operations manager is responsible for, day to day operations, identifying the resources and achieving the organization's goals/mission. The operations manager responsibility is to ensure that enough fund-raising events are taking place, and that the company's resources are directed where they are most needed in the organization such as programs and immediate needs. The operations manager responsible for liaising with the board members to make sure they are being effective. The operations manager see that board members work on committees in which they have expertise and are doing the work they have agreed to do. Managing organizational accountability and programs, materials and supplies for various projects with program managers and Leaders to align with H4V Mission.

The Operations Manager must be a team player who works well independently, with minimal guidance, and has strong leadership ability. The Operations Manager must take initiative, pay careful attention to detail, and be proactive, dependable, adaptable, resourceful, and a creative problem solver. Assisting with establishing goals and objectives for operations teams, providing guidance to the Programs as appropriate, and establishing processes for attaining those goals/objectives

Responsibilities:

Close contact, open communication and social networking with board, committee and volunteers and organization with similar goals. Excellent consulting, presentation, and communication skills. Knowledge in areas with working with Grants and Volunteers, updated paperwork for data. Monitor Hub spot and emails for updated data and info on military women. Support Marketing, IT, programs, volunteer departments on ideas and goals for H4V Positive attitude, detail and customer oriented with good multitasking and organizational ability.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Communication, Nonprofit Management, Information Technology, or a related field- Strong IT and Computer Skills 2-years, minimum, demonstrated leadership experience in non-profit business environment or related field Understanding of military service organizations (MSO) and veteran service organizations (VSO) Passion, dedication, and leadership toward Military experience. Strong organizational abilities including planning, budgeting, delegating, reporting, program development and task facilitation.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by Executive Director Support Hope4veterans in fundraising throughout the Year

 

 

How to Apply:

Send a resume, cover letter and three references to email: H4VApplications@hope4veterans.org