MCHS Family of Services · 12 hours ago
Senior Companion Program Supervisor
Redford, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expMCHS Family of Services is responsible for managing the Senior Companion Program, and they are seeking a Senior Companion Program Supervisor to oversee daily operations. This role involves coordinating with community organizations, managing volunteers, and ensuring compliance with programmatic goals and objectives.
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Responsibilities
Overall coordination and administration of the Senior Companion Program (SCP)
Recruitment, hiring, orientation, supervision and evaluation of SCP staff
Responsible for the recruitment, training and placement of all volunteers in appropriate assignments, including New Volunteer Orientation and ongoing monthly in-service training
Ensure National Service Criminal History Checks are completed for all covered staff and volunteers in accordance with AmeriCorps Seniors requirements and agency policy
Maintain effective and positive working relationships with all affiliated community service agencies and their designated liaisons
Coordinate with the Senior Companion Program (SCP) Coordinator in the assigning of volunteers to our community partners and their clients
Assist SCP Coordinators in preparing performance evaluations for each volunteer
Meet regularly with the Director of Senior Program to evaluate performance, program operation and development, etc
Assist the Director of Senior Programs in developing new or improved operational modes when and where needed in order to best serve the program
Serve as an advocate to the community as well as attend appropriate public hearings to highlight the importance and value of the healthy older adult volunteer and the benefits of this senior volunteer program
Develop annual program goals and objectives in collaboration with the Director of Senior Programs
Ensure compliance and accountability for meeting both programmatic and fiscal goals and objectives as outlined in the respective federal, state and local grants
Develop and maintain appropriate fiscal, personnel, program and volunteer records and reports
Responsible for compiling, organizing, and preparing written reports and other written documents as required
Attend training conferences conducted or authorized by the AmeriCorps Seniors
Demonstrate commitment to the social sector with a passion for MCHS Family of Services’ mission vision and core values
Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Senior Programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree preferred; Associate's degree will be considered
Two (2) years of supervisory experience
Training and/or experience in work with those over 55 years of age and volunteers
Familiarity with the Metro Detroit area and other community resources
Must meet the State's Moral Character standard
Computer and software applications (Windows, MS Office, Internet applications, etc.) necessary to perform the duties of the position
Ability to attend after hours and weekend meetings/events is required
Regional travel is a requirement of this position
Strategic and tactical planning
Program planning and evaluation
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills necessary for written reports and giving oral presentations and trainings
High commitment to the field of aging
Flexibility, management skills, computer literacy and personal transportation are requirements
Motivate, develop, and direct people as they work; identify the best people for the job
Manage time and multiple priorities; meet deadlines
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
Exercise professional judgment in making decisions
Handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
Attend and conduct training and maintain necessary certificates of attendance/compliance
Maintain a Michigan driver's license and driving record that allows the operation of an agency or personal vehicle for agency business
Preferred
Strong interest and experience in community relations is preferred
Company
MCHS Family of Services
MCHS Family of Services is a private, non-profit agency, located in Southeast Michigan.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lindsay J.
Chief Financial Officer
Katrina Edmon
Chief Operating Officer
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