Details: Job ID: 10855Position Description: Save lives. Fulfill yours. Would you like a position where you're not sitting behind a desk all day, every day? Would you like to work in a fast-paced and positive environment? If so, we have an open Community Volunteer and Fundraising Relationship Manager position.The Mountain Region of the American Cancer Society, Great West Division is recruiting to fill a fundraising position in our Casper, WY location. We offer a competitive salary, travel reimbursement, and a great benefits package.The ideal person for this position has at least three years of face to face outside sales or fundraising experience, is self motivated, organized, works well independently, is comfortable with public speaking and has worked with a data management program.COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIP MANAGER Provide the vision and strategic direction for Relay events that support the organizations goals and objectives.Through outcome and evaluation of previous Relay events, organize a written plan to meet or exceed goal by using American Cancer Society best practices for Relay events.Assist in identification and recruitment of key Relay leadership positions with highly qualified individuals.Develop, implement and manage event timeline and budget.Conduct orientation meetings with volunteer leadership.Develop effective working relationship with high-level executives, recruit and solicit sponsorship in support of the Relay events.Work with committee chairs on all aspects of their campaign / events to assure successful outcomes.Build constituent and volunteer capacity for income activities, and recruit, train and manage volunteers.Visit various corporations and local businesses to gain sponsorships, and visit your relay sites.Serve as staff liaison between assigned activities and American Cancer Society leadership team to insure implementation of common goals and to promote a harmonious working relationship.Position Requirements:POSITION REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s degree &/or equivalent experience preferred. 2 years experience preferred in a fundraising or outside sales position that involves building and maintaining relationships at the corporate level with demonstrated success preferred but not required. Possess strong selling and negotiation skills.Knowledge and demonstrated ability to successfully identify, cultivate, recruit, and maintain relationships with top level volunteers.Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication at all organizational levels.Ability to plan, conduct, and participate in meetings, work in a team environment and interact with all levels of American Cancer Society staff, volunteers and public.Ability to use Microsoft products, computer software, run reports, and maintain accurate data.Ability to lift 25 lbs. Must be willing and able to work some evenings & weekends. Extensive local travel is also required, so reliable transportation is needed, as well as the ability and willingness to do a lot of driving around your community. This is a full time, salaried position ($32,500.00), with an outstanding benefits program including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays and more as well as working with a wonderful group of people for a great cause. An additional and very valuable benefit is the feeling of fulfillment at the end of the day.No relocation assistance is provided for this position. If you are not a local applicant, please indicate WHY you are interested in moving and WHEN you would be available to start if chosen for this position. ACS is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBT community, veterans, and people with disabilities.
Showing posts with label Community. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Community. Show all posts
Tuesday, 17 July 2012
Community Representative - Portage Office
Details: Job ID: 10105Position Description: Experience the Mission of the American Cancer SocietyThe American Cancer Society (ACS) is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service. The American Cancer Society has been dedicated to its mission for nearly 100 years and with more than three million volunteers nationwide, the ACS is one of the oldest and largest voluntary health agencies in the United States. The organization consists of a National Home Office based in Atlanta, Ga., 12 chartered Divisions and more than 3,400 local offices in communities throughout the country. Uniquely, the ACS is able to exercise its mission on both a national and local level, which provides the organization with the opportunity to make the most significant impact on cancer, America’s number one public health concern. Our comprehensive approach to combating the cancer problem is rooted in various programs and services that help people both stay well and get well as well as empowering people to join the Society to fight back and find cures. Specifically, we are available to provide information, support, resources and services 24 hours a day, by calling us at 800-227-2345 or by visiting us online at cancer.org. We also organize community-based events and outreach activities year round to mobilize volunteers to assist with raising awareness, fundraising, and celebrating cancer survivorship.If you are looking for more than just a job or if you or someone you know has felt the indiscriminant affects of cancer, you may be interested in a rewarding employment experience where you can make a difference every day working for a cause you believe in and still satisfy personal career objectives. If so, we invite you to experience the mission of the American Cancer Society.Experience the RewardsThe American Cancer Society, Great Lakes Division, works to serve the residents of Michigan and Indiana and offers promising careers in support of its lifesaving mission. As a value-based organization, the American Cancer Society, Great Lakes Division, places service to staff, volunteers and community first. We proudly offer employees a well-rounded compensation package, which includes a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a professional learning environment that supports both career and personal development. The American Cancer Society values accountability and high performance and rewards those teams and team members who continually improve their capability and contribution. In addition, employees enjoy a culture of wellness and have access to a comprehensive program designed to assist them with making healthy lifestyle choices and to enhance and maintain their quality of life and vitality.The American Cancer Society, Great Lakes Division strongly supports a diverse workforce and considers diversity an integral part of our culture. As an inclusive grassroots organization we are an equal opportunity employer and actively seek qualified candidates, which reflect the diverse communities we serve.Experience How You Can Make a DifferenceAs a Community Representative you will serve as an advocate for the ACS, supporting the American Cancer Society's mission and helping the organization better communicate who we are and what we do to the people who need us. You will experience the personal fulfillment gained from being a part of shared mission and from making a difference in the lives you know and those you will never meet. Eligible candidates need qualifications enabling them to fulfill the following key responsibilities:• Manage, grow and meet income goals for multiple Relay for Life Events • Recruit, cultivate and manage key volunteers• Develop and cultivate community partnerships/relationships and participate in appropriate coalitions• Assertively promote American Cancer Society Advocacy, initiatives and services to worksites and community leaders to effectively build a broad-based support for our mission. • Seek monetary and in-kind donations from businesses and the community• Manage, grow and meet income goals for multiple fundraising events • Capture and track constituents effectively utilizing Siebel system• Comply with stringent stewardship guidelines and demonstrate ability to work within established budgets Now accepting applications on-line at www.cancer.orgPosition Requirements:Key Qualifications & Position Requirements• Bachelors degree and/ or equivalent combination of education and experience desired• Two to three years professional experience in income development, including Fundraising, Donation Solicitation, Large Event Management with Volunteer Management preferred • Demonstrated project management skills with high attention to detail and ability to multi-task and delegate• Demonstrated ability to inspire volunteers• Strong relationship building skills• Possess high energy, positive attitude• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and ability to adjust to various audiences• Must be a team player who can effectively work and interact with staff, volunteers, and the public • Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Demonstrated presentation skills• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, database and spreadsheet management, email software, and internet browsers • Must possess a valid driver’s license• Area, and some overnight travel required • Night and weekend work required • Ability to lift and carry items up to 35lbs• Must be a Non-Smoker Now accepting applications on-line at www.cancer.org
Sunday, 15 July 2012
Clmb - Community Relationship Manager, Phoenix
Details: Job ID: 10839Position Description: Save lives. Fulfill yours. Would you like a position where you're not sitting behind a desk all day, every day? Would you like to work in a fast-paced and positive environment? If so, we have an open Community Volunteer and Fundraising Relationship Manager position.The Southern Region of the American Cancer Society, Great West Division is recruiting to fill a fundraising position in our Phoenix location. We offer a competitive salary, travel reimbursement, and a great benefits package.The ideal person for this position has at least two years of face to face outside sales or fundraising experience, is self motivated, organized, works well independently, is comfortable with public speaking and has worked with a data management program.COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIP MANAGER • Provide the vision and strategic direction for the Climb to Conquer Cancer event that support the organizations goals and objectives.•Through outcome and evaluation of previous walk events, organize a written plan to meet or exceed goal by using American Cancer Society best practices.•Assist in identification and recruitment of key volunteer leadership positions with highly qualified individuals.•Develop, implement and manage event timeline and budget.•Conduct orientation meetings with volunteer leadership.•Develop effective working relationship with high-level executives, recruit and solicit sponsorship in support of the walk events.•Work with committee chairs on all aspects of their campaign / events to assure successful outcomes.•Build constituent and volunteer capacity for income activities, and recruit, train and manage volunteers.•Visit various corporations and local businesses to gain sponsorships.•Serve as staff liaison between assigned activities and American Cancer Society leadership team to insure implementation of common goals and to promote a harmonious working relationship.•Responsible for hiring and supervising temporary staff recruiters.Position Requirements:POSITION REQUIREMENTS•Bachelor’s degree &/or equivalent experience preferred. •Minimum of 3 years experience preferred in a fundraising or outside sales position that involves building and maintaining relationships at the corporate level with demonstrated success.•Possess strong selling and negotiation skills.•Knowledge and demonstrated ability to successfully identify, cultivate, recruit, and maintain relationships with top level volunteers.•Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication at all organizational levels.•Ability to plan, conduct, and participate in meetings, work in a team environment and interact with all levels of American Cancer Society staff, volunteers and public.•Ability to use Microsoft products, computer software, run reports, and maintain accurate data.•Ability to lift 25 lbs. •Must be willing and able to work some evenings & weekends. •Extensive local travel is also required, so reliable transportation is needed, as well as the ability and willingness to do a lot of driving around your community. The starting salary for this position is $35,700.00. No relocation assistance is provided for this position. If you are not a local applicant, please indicate WHY you are interested in moving and WHEN you would be available to start if chosen for this position. The American Cancer Society is committed to equal employment opportunity and to recruiting staff representative of the diverse communities we serve. Thank you for your interest in the American Cancer Society.
Community Relationship Manager, Portland
Details: Job ID: 10838Position Description: Save lives. Fulfill yours. Would you like a position where you're not sitting behind a desk all day, every day? Would you like to work in a fast-paced and positive environment? If so, we have an open Community Volunteer and Fundraising Relationship Manager position.The Western Region of the American Cancer Society, Great West Division is recruiting to fill a fundraising position in our Portlandlocation. We offer a competitive salary, travel reimbursement, and a great benefits package.The ideal person for this position has at two years of face to face outside sales or fundraising experience, is self motivated, organized, works well independently, is comfortable with public speaking and has worked with a data management program.COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIP MANAGER Provide the vision and strategic direction for Relay events that support the organizations goals and objectives.Through outcome and evaluation of previous Relay events, organize a written plan to meet or exceed goal by using American Cancer Society best practices for Relay events.Assist in identification and recruitment of key Relay leadership positions with highly qualified individuals.Develop, implement and manage event timeline and budget.Conduct orientation meetings with volunteer leadership.Develop effective working relationship with high-level executives, recruit and solicit sponsorship in support of the Relay events.Work with committee chairs on all aspects of their campaign / events to assure successful outcomes.Build constituent and volunteer capacity for income activities, and recruit, train and manage volunteers.Visit various corporations and local businesses to gain sponsorships, and visit your relay sites.Serve as staff liaison between assigned activities and American Cancer Society leadership team to insure implementation of common goals and to promote a harmonious working relationship.Position Requirements:POSITION REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s degree &/or equivalent experience preferred. 2 years experience preferred in a fundraising or outside sales position that involves building and maintaining relationships at the corporate level with demonstrated success.Possess strong selling and negotiation skills.Knowledge and demonstrated ability to successfully identify, cultivate, recruit, and maintain relationships with top level volunteers.Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication at all organizational levels.Ability to plan, conduct, and participate in meetings, work in a team environment and interact with all levels of American Cancer Society staff, volunteers and public.Ability to use Microsoft products, computer software, run reports, and maintain accurate data.Ability to lift 25 lbs. Must be willing and able to work some evenings & weekends. Extensive local travel is also required, so reliable transportation is needed, as well as the ability and willingness to do a lot of driving around your community. Salary is a firm, $37500.00. No relocation assistance is provided for this position. If you are not a local applicant, please indicate WHY you are interested in moving and WHEN you would be available to start if chosen for this position. The American Cancer Society is committed to equal employment opportunity and to recruiting staff representative of the diverse communities we serve. Thank you for your interest in the American Cancer Society.
Sunday, 8 July 2012
Community Trainer - ONE ON ONE
Details: Implements the philosophy of Center for Humanistic Change in the areas of Community integration and community employment by working directly with individuals receiving services to teach skills that would further enable them to integrate into the community and/or community employment.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------*ONE ON ONE- WITH A CLIENT BRINGING THEM TO WORK AND BACK HOMEMONDAY THRU FRIDAY 9AM TILL 1PM20 HOURS PER WEEK$9.75 PER HOUR
COMMUNITY HEALTHWORX, a non-profit free medical
Details: COMMUNITY HEALTHWORX, a non-profit free medical clinic, seeks an RN to work approximately 10 hours per week managing a Thursday evening medical clinic. 2:00 - 8:00 on Thursdays with follow up on either Friday or Monday mornings. A great job to earn extra money in a pleasant and professional environment. Call 318.767.9979 with questions or Send resume to: Community HealthWorx, 1543 McGinnis Street, Alexandria, LA 71301. Source - Town Talk - Alexandria, LA
Wednesday, 4 July 2012
Human Services Assistant / Community Support Associate
Details: Human Services Assistant / Community Support Associate If you are a reliable and compassionate individual who would like to give back to your community and leave work every day feeling a sense of accomplishment, then join our team at Keystone Human Services and make a difference in your life and the lives of others. Keystone Human Services is seeking energetic and caring Human Services Assistants / Community Support Associates to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or mental illness in all aspects of daily living. You will help them maintain their homes and their medication regimens as well as assist with common daily living skills and provide support with community integration. If you are a friendly, upbeat and detail-oriented person with a minimum of one year of stable work experience, Keystone Human Services may have a job opportunity for you. Helping to maintain family relations Assisting with transportation to and from work Cleaning, cooking, laundry and other household duties Dispensing medication (training provided) Bathing, toileting, dressing, shaving and performing other aspects of personal hygiene Keeping detailed progress notes
Community Support Specialist
Details: Community Support Specialist - located in Camp Hill, PA.Position requires daytime, evening, weekend, overnight, and holiday hours, as needed by persons using services. Overtime hours may be required. Schedules will vary.The position of Community Support Specialist exists to teach, coach, be a role model, and accompany individuals so that they are involved in family, neighborhood, civic, cultural, and religious activities and events, meet new people, develop friendships, exercise choices, and acquire the competencies to maintain these activities and accomplish personal goals. ' Conduct and maintain a healthy and safe environment for the individuals residing in the home(s).' Ensure implementation of the comprehensive care of residents as addressed in the ISP.' Assist and counsel Individuals in their development of self-help skills (i.e., self-care, housekeeping, cooking, etc.)' Ascertain that the nutritional needs of the residents are adequately met.' Supervise cooking and housekeeping responsibilities in a manner that will promote the maximum development of the residents.' Maintain the physical upkeep of the residence(s), particularly with regards to cleanliness. ' Record expenditures correctly on appropriate forms.' Ensure that the residents receive appropriate medical attention and medical treatment.' Provide transportation to Individuals through use of personal vehicle as needed.' Provide program coverage as scheduled or required by supervisor(s).
Tuesday, 3 July 2012
Community Organizing Specialist
Details: The Community Organizing Specialist plays a key role in developing and supporting a redesigned lodge system, with a particular focus on affinity-based communities, to deliver a consistently valuable member experience and strengthen the common bond by deepening relationships with existing members and attracting new members. This is accomplished by organizing and inspiring Thrivent members and prospective members in a movement focused on generosity and wisdom with money, and supporting the development and function of local “communities" through volunteer leadership. This work relies heavily on grassroots organizing principles of relationship-building, mutual interest and collective efforts. Community Engagement Specialists are responsible for executing strategies and tactics for online and offline grassroots engagement in Thrivent’s key markets. Ideally, Specialists will be based in and conducting efforts in their local area. Position Roles/Responsibilities/Accountabilities: This position is charged with executing the day-to-day responsibilities organizing activities and groups to promote generosity and wisdom with money, including: Assisting with targeting and outreach efforts to various faith-based communities and constituencies across the U.S., including conducting one-on-one conversations and meetings, tracking, and follow-up Cultivating the formation of Thrivent Communities who join together, build an inspiring movement, and conduct projects directly related to Thrivent’s mission Supporting Thrivent Communities through facilitation, training, coaching, troubleshooting, and organizing assistance Identify and recruit volunteer leaders to participate in grassroots efforts., offering guidance to community members that leads them up a ladder of engagement and connection Integrating other aspects of Thrivent Financial into the Thrivent Community activities proactively Building relationships with other Thrivent field staff and actively seeking opportunities to connect them with Thrivent Community work as appropriate Documenting lessons learned in the field Assisting with writing materials and developing tools for Thrivent Communities that will strengthen their work Facilitating strategy sessions and training sessions for groups on grassroots engagement best practices Integrating online & offline strategies as appropriate Serving as an advocate for Thrivent in the community by communicating the benefits of membership and illustrating the importance of participation in a Fraternal Benefits Society
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