Research Volunteer Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

Description

STATUS: Full-time (37.5 hours)

HOURLY RATE: up to $21.50 per hour

Lifespan is a trusted, mission-driven, regional nonprofit dedicated to helping older adults take on the challenges and opportunities of longer life. We are a great place to work where staff can grow personally and professionally in a supportive and inclusive environment. 

SUMMARY

Provide assistance with Partners In Caring Respite program & ROC Respite as well as St. John's Senior Living collaboration project which helps caregivers receive volunteer respite. Services are provided in Monroe County with support at drop-in respite programs in Wayne, Ontario and Livingston Counties. Includes assistance with recruitment, screening, training and support of volunteers with a specific focus on recruiting drop-in volunteers as well as recruitment of caregivers and their care partners to attend ROC Respite. Responsible for assistance with project data collection and reporting. 

1. Program

• Plans, organizes and runs activities at ROC Respite on Tuesdays (11 - 3:30) and Greece Baptist Church respite (1 - 4:30pm on Wednesdays. 
• Attends and supports programming St. John's Respite (10:30 - 3:30) on Thursdays.
• Supports family caregivers with information and assistance as well as referrals as applicable.
• Actively engages in all Partners In Caring and ROC Respite program operations.
• Member of FLCI team and Partners In Caring Respite team.
• Assist with VR Intervention project:  Runs VP activity at all drop-in respite program a minimum of 1x/quarter at each location, Geneseo: Home Away From Home; Ontario: Safe Haven: Assists with ensuring volunteers and PIC Respite staff are trained on and understand how to use VR equipment;  Troubleshoot VR issues and concerns

2. Volunteer Management

• Participates in the recruiting, coaching, training and monitoring of drop-in respite volunteers.
• Works with team to maintain acceptable level of active volunteers for drop-in respite programs.
• Works with team to meet, screen and orient individual drop-in respite volunteer applicants. Conduct and schedule their volunteer orientation and training.
• Works with team to provide ongoing support for drop-in respite volunteers, including counseling, periodic check-ins and answering questions.
• With team, co
  ordinates volunteer recognition program for all FLCI volunteers.
• Assists in preparation of newsletters and other outreach to all FLCI volunteers and partners.
• Works with team to complete all ongoing program, caregiver, care receiver and volunteer surveys for all FLCI respite services.

3. Outreach. 

• Works with team to arrange and conduct community presentations for visibility of In-home and drop-in respite programs and with the team assists with recruitment of caregivers and volunteers. 
• With team, conducts outreach to community groups, faith communities, and volunteer organizations.

4. General Administration & Operations

• Gather and maintain data and files regarding ROC Respite, drop-in volunteers, caregivers, care receivers, and program files.
• Utilizes Peer Place, Excel, Better Impact, other online systems and databases.
• Provides reports as required - both computerized and manual.
• Provides on-going updates and monthly reports. 
•  Prepares reports as requested by the Supervisor as needed.

5. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in social work, Human Service or related field or equivalent experience.

Experience: Comfort with VR technology required. Experience using VR for personal and/or professional use a plus. Knowledge of and experience working with people who have Alzheimer's Disease/dementia a plus. Volunteer recruitment and management experience a plus.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel by car. Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Excellent technology skills to run VR program. ALL training provided.
• Computer skills: Word, Outlook with ability in Excel required. 
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to complete reports utilizing basic math and Excel skills
• Basic knowledge of principles of human services research
• Ability to perform work at a desk or at a personal computer station
• Some standing during group presentations and professional trainings.
• Excellent verbal, written and communication skills are required
• Interface with all levels of personnel and with staff from other organizations
• Ability to maintain composure under deadlines
• Ability to work inclusively with diverse people and situations

Lifespan offers great benefits including:

If working 37.5 hours, the following benefits are available

Vacation (21 days) 

Sick (10 days)

Personal Time (3 Days)

Holidays (11)

Medical Insurance (3 options)

Dental Insurance (2 options)

Vision (2 options)

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account with company contribution

403(b) Retirement Program

Hybrid Work Schedule may be available after successfully completing the probationary period

If working less than 37.5 hours, accrued time is pro-rated.

Salary/Hourly Rate

Multiple factors will be considered for salary/hourly determination including, years of relevant service, skills required, education, and internal equity, 

Lifespan is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity/expression or any other protected characteristic. Lifespan will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical and mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. 

Deadline to Apply: Open until Filled