Overview
Outreach Coordinator Jobs in Philadelphia, PA at Old First Reformed United Church of Christ
Summary of Outreach Coordinator Job Description (Part time up, to 20 hours per week)
Old First Reformed United Church of Christ is the fourth oldest church in Philadelphia and has a long history of community service and organizing. The Outreach Coordinator position at Old First is a vital component of its Outreach Program, alongside volunteers from Old First’s Congregation and the broader community.
Old First is currently seeking an interim energetic, self-starter who can take over the management of its Outreach Program on a part-time basis until the Fall of 2027. The role of the Outreach Coordinator manages the day-to-day administration of our current outreach programs, which include: Urban Service Camps, Saturday Breakfast and Clothing Cupboard and Sunday evening Suppers.
Service Camps
About Service Camps: Throughout the year, Old First welcomes volunteer service groups from schools and churches for a few days up to a week. Service campers volunteer around Philadelphia, while learning about the challenges facing those living in the city and the joys and rewards (and challenges) of hands-on work in agencies that are making a difference in Philly.
Responsibilities of Outreach Coordinator: the Outreach Coordinator is responsible for managing all service camps throughout the year. Most of the service camps take place between March and August, however marketing and organizing service camps takes place all year. Specific responsibilities include: Market for and recruit Service camps; Update Service camp communication materials and manage all communication with prospective and booked service camps; Manage Service camp implementation (itineraries, logistics, acting as point of contact and guide while in Philly).
Saturday Breakfast and Clothing Cupboard
About Saturday Breakfast: Each Saturday morning, 52 weeks a year, Old First serves a hot breakfast and provides clothing and toiletries to those who are experiencing homelessness or hardship. The Breakfast is staffed and run each week by volunteers.
Responsibilities of the Outreach Coordinator: The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for making sure the weekly Breakfast is adequately staffed with volunteers to run smoothly each week. The Outreach Coordinator is not expected to attend the breakfast every Saturday (there are volunteer leaders who lead each week) but should plan on leading the Breakfast occasionally or as needed. Specific responsibilities include: Manage Saturday Breakfast Clothing and toiletry inventory; Manage, recruit, and maintain communication with Saturday Breakfast Leaders, Breakfast teams (to sponsor and cook breakfast) and General Volunteers; Keep Saturday Breakfast information (volunteer info, marketing info, website, etc) updated.
Sunday Suppers:
Every Sunday, 52 weeks a year, volunteers at Old First provide a hot dinner to 35 guests. Responsibilities of the Outreach Coordinator: The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for making sure that the weekly Supper is adequately staffed with volunteer dinner teams, and that Old First maintains the needed supplies.
Hours and Work Arrangements
The Outreach Coordinator position is a flexible hourly position. The Outreach Coordinator is expected to adjust their work schedule according to the needs of the outreach programs – which will require occasional work on the weekends and meetings in the evenings. It is expected that the Outreach Coordinator will work a minimum of 8 hours per week, up to 20-30 per week (during the weeks when Service Camps are present). As most service camps attend during the Spring and Summer, the weeks with the most amount of work will likely take place during March through July.
The Outreach Coordinator can work remotely, or at the Old First Office (151 N. 4th Street) but should be available to work on-site during weekdays, on weekends and evenings, as needed.
Required skills & abilities
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and people-person who is committed to helping those in need. We are looking for someone with excellent organizational, time management skills, and ability to seize opportunities and think creatively. We are happy to help you grow into the position if you do not meet all the qualifications below.
- Minimum of two to three years managerial or related work experience in a non-profit or charitable organization
- Strong communication skills – written and verbal
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with a diverse type of people
- Strong analytical, leadership and planning skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to take a vision and turn it into action
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in word processing, database management, spreadsheet applications
- A clear understanding of homelessness, poverty and addiction, their causes, and their symptoms
- A high degree of empathy
- A commitment to Old First’s mission to serve those that need it the most, regardless of their race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, nationality, ancestry, citizenship, veteran or disability status
- Good work ethics, a flexible and non-judgmental approach to people
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and also take initiatives when the need arises
- Old First does not tolerate discrimination of any employee, volunteer or guest on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, nationality, ancestry, citizenship, veteran or disability status. We expect our staff, volunteers and our guests to treat all others with the same respect
Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter outlining their interest and fit for this role. Resumes sent without a cover letter will NOT be reviewed.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing and able to attend meetings or work on some evenings and weekends, as needed?
Experience:
- homeless outreach: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Outreach Coordinator
Company: Old First Reformed United Church of Christ
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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