Volunteer Coordinator, Part-Time

Volunteer Coordinator

About POWER

POWER is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to helping women reclaim their lives from addiction. We provide trauma-informed treatment and recovery support services for women with substance use and co-occurring disorders, fostering a safe, supportive environment where women can heal, grow, and build lasting recovery.

Why This Role Matters

The Volunteer Coordinator plays a critical role in strengthening POWER's mission by engaging community members, corporate partners, and volunteers in meaningful service opportunities. This position helps expand POWER's impact by developing a robust volunteer program, building community partnerships, and coordinating volunteer involvement across agency programs, special initiatives, and fundraising events. The Volunteer Coordinator also serves as the lead volunteer liaison for POWER's annual fundraising event, ensuring successful volunteer engagement that supports donor relations, community awareness, and organizational growth.

What You'll Do

Volunteer Recruitment & Community Engagement

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive volunteer program supporting POWER's residential, outpatient, recovery, and community-based services.

• Recruit volunteers through community outreach, volunteer fairs, colleges and universities, faith communities, corporations, and civic organizations.

• Build and maintain relationships with community partners to expand volunteer opportunities and engagement.

• Promote volunteer opportunities through presentations, networking events, social media, and community partnerships.

• Represent POWER at volunteer and community engagement events throughout Allegheny County.

Volunteer Onboarding, Training & Retention

• Coordinate volunteer application, screening, interviewing, and onboarding processes.

• Ensure completion of required clearances, confidentiality agreements, and volunteer documentation.

• Facilitate volunteer orientation and training on agency policies, trauma-informed practices, boundaries, confidentiality, and mission-based service.

• Provide ongoing support, supervision, coaching, and recognition to volunteers.

• Develop volunteer appreciation and retention initiatives that foster long-term engagement.

Volunteer Coordination & Program Administration

• Match volunteers with assignments based on skills, interests, availability, and program needs.

• Coordinate volunteer schedules and assignments across departments and special projects.

• Track volunteer participation, service hours, and program outcomes.

• Maintain accurate volunteer records, databases, and reporting metrics.

• Prepare volunteer engagement reports and assist with grant reporting requirements related to volunteer activities.

Fundraising Event & Special Event Coordination

• Lead volunteer recruitment, training, scheduling, and management for POWER's annual fundraising event.

• Coordinate volunteer assignments for registration, guest services, event setup and breakdown, silent auction activities, logistics, and event support.

• Partner with event committees, sponsors, staff, and vendors to ensure volunteer needs are met.

• Develop volunteer communication plans and event-day procedures.

• Support fundraising campaigns, donor engagement activities, awareness events, and other special agency initiatives throughout the year.

Community Partnership Development

• Cultivate relationships with businesses, schools, service organizations, and faith-based communities.

• Develop opportunities for corporate volunteerism and community service partnerships.

• Increase awareness of POWER's mission through volunteer engagement and community outreach efforts.

• Identify new opportunities to expand volunteer support for programs and organizational initiatives.

What You Bring

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience coordinating volunteers, community engagement activities, fundraising events, or nonprofit programs.

• Strong relationship-building, networking, and communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database management systems.

• Commitment to trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care and POWER's mission.

• Valid driver's license and/or reliable method of transportation when required for traveling within the community for events.

• Ability to obtain Act 73, Act 33, and Act 34 Clearances (required for all POWER positions).

Preferred

• Associate degree in Human Services, Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

• Experience supporting fundraising events and donor engagement initiatives.

• Experience with volunteer management, or donor database systems.

• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and recovery principles.

Compensation

• Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

Why You'll Love Working at POWER

• Enjoy working in lovely, peaceful spaces on our brand-new POWER Campus

• Access to public transit and close to Parkway East

• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture

• Access to a staff meditation room and art room

Work Schedule & Environment

• PT position – approximately 20 hours a week

• Occasional evening and weekend hours required for fundraising events, volunteer activities, outreach initiatives, and community events.

• Local travel throughout Allegheny County for meetings, outreach, and partnership development activities.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel throughout Allegheny County to meetings, outreach activities, and special events.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during volunteer activities and fundraising events.

• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to work in a professional office environment and at off-site community locations.

• Ability to utilize standard office equipment and technology.

Our Commitment to You

• Comprehensive onboarding and training

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Equal Opportunity Employer

POWER is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.