Neighborhood Director, West Central Community at Interfaith Older Adult Programs

Job Title: Neighborhood Director
Reports To:	Neighborhood Board in cooperation with Neighborhood Outreach Program Director
Status:	Exempt
Function:	Work with the Neighborhood Outreach Board to build congregational ownership and community support and develop a strong volunteer corps committed to “linking older adults with a caring community.”
Duties:	Build Community Support (35%) Develop and maintain strong relationships with the Neighborhood Board, Congregations and Community Organizations (25%) Carry out fundraising activities to meet fundraising goals as determined in collaboration with the Neighborhood Board (10%) Meet Needs of Neighborhood’s Frail Elders (65%) Recruit, train, place and support volunteers willing to provide informal assistance to elders requesting/needing assistance (30%) Identify, assess, advocate for and consult with elders requesting/needing assistance (25%) Manage the Outreach office including staff, keeping accurate and current records as required for the program. (10%) Perform other duties as assigned.  (Duties will be prioritized by the Neighborhood Director and the Neighborhood Board based upon hours available and needs of the community.)
Qualifications:	Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred and/or equivalent experience Experience recruiting and supervising volunteers; Evidence of personal volunteer history highly desirable Demonstrated leadership experience, administrative skills and supervisory ability Understanding of and appreciation for the role, value and dynamics of religious institutions and congregations Computer literacy including data entry and Microsoft Office required Ability to take on fundraising activities with volunteers Experience working with older adults. Knowledge of community resources and ability to access them Availability of an auto, possession of a valid driver’s license and minimum required insurance Ability to communicate both orally and in written form with staff, community and funding sources Openness to working with persons of diverse cultures physically challenged persons and older adults An understanding of the mission and goals of Interfaith

INTERFAITH MISSION STATEMENT
“Linking older adults with a caring community.”

Facts About This Job:
Position:	Neighborhood Outreach Director, West Central Community
Hours:	Part-Time, 32 hours per week
Salary:	$16.50 per hour
Location:	1236 South 115th Street West Allis, WI
Benefits:	Health, dental and life insurance; 403(b) Plan, pre-tax flexible benefits, 4 weeks paid vacation, and paid sick time and holidays.  All benefits are pro-rated.
Deadline:	August 18, 2010

Interfaith is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
All applicants will receive a response.

 

How to Apply:
1: Download the application at http://home.interfaithmilw.org/interfaith-employment-opportunities/neighborhood-outreach-director-west-central-community/menu-id-133. 2: Open and fill out the application. 3: When finished, print and sign your application. 4: Mail your application, resume, and cover letter to:	Interfaith Older Adult Programs Human Resources Department 600 W. Virginia St. - 3rd Floor Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53204