Description

The ABCD AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) matches low-income seniors, ages 55+, with children in early education centers, Head Start Programs, and schools to create meaningful relationships with students with special and exceptional needs. Join us as a Foster Grandparent Coordinator in creating a supportive and enriching environment for our community. If you are passionate about community development, possess the required skills, and are dedicated to making a positive impact, we invite you to apply. 

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the recruitment, orientation and training activities for potential AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent volunteers in Boston, Quincy and /or Eastern Middlesex area. 
• Monitor, evaluate and conduct site visits of volunteer stations to ensure quality services are delivered effectively.  
• Secure, maintain and update required forms in volunteer files.
• Ensure application and criminal history checks on all volunteers are performed prior to service.
• Ensure required payroll documents are received and processed in a timely manner.
• Act as liaison between volunteer stations and volunteers working with young children. 
• Translate as needed all Foster Grandparent Program brochures, flyers, training materials, and other relevant information for the volunteers.
• Assist Program Manager and or Program Director with special projects as needed.
• Plan pre-service and monthly trainings/ meetings for participating AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent volunteers and provide needed materials. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and one to three years of related work experience are required.  
• An Associate’s Degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledgeable in the needs of the senior citizen population.
• Ability to work sensitively and effectively with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Bilingual skill in Spanish is required.
• Must be able to travel around Boston, Quincy, Cambridge, Somerville, Medford, Malden, Everett, Melrose, & Stoneham.