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Community Service Coordinator Volunteer

​Summary
The Community Service Coordinator Volunteer assists You Matter 2 in the planning, coordination, and implementation of community-wide, monthly Service Saturday activities and general service opportunities for You Matter 2 youth and/of the community.

Training & Supervision
  • Attends general volunteer orientation
  • Complete training on the Database Tutorial
  • Training and supervision conducted by: Destiny Watson or other designated trainer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Seek out partners and beneficiaries for service projects
  • Make phone calls and send emails to partners
  • Track attendance and impact of service projects
  • Data entry
  • Coordinate service opportunities for community and You Matter 2 members
  • Maintain open lines of communication with community agencies regarding their ongoing/evolving needs and possible opportunities for service
  • Work with our Youth Advisory Council to plan and execute our MLK Day of Service project(s)
  • Assist with the logistics of registration, check-in, set up, and takedown of service events or projects

Requirements
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Complete a background check
  • Community service experience (leadership capabilities, organized, ability to manage projects)
  • Respect and maintain confidentiality of You Matter 2 volunteered, partners, and donors
  • Sensitivity to, and experience working with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Willingness to volunteer at times when students and community members are available, including evenings and weekends as needed
  • Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner
  • Must be dependable and punctual
  • Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public
  • Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented

Time Commitment
You Matter 2 requests that volunteers commit to at least 1, 2-4 hours shift weekly, for 6 months. Volunteers are allowed full flexibility in scheduling shifts. You Matter 2 fully recognizes that burnout is a real issue in today’s world and in this line of work. We encourage volunteers to take time off as needed for self-care.

Benefits & Recognition
  • Be a part of a growing, youth, and community-serving-based organization that is making a real impact in the lives of youth, families, and communities in the Chicago Southland.
  • Ability to serve within a community, identify its needs, and actionable solutions
  • Great opportunity to build nonprofit experience 
  • Opportunity for advancement and increased skill development based on interest and ability
  • Valuable work experience and transferable skills in the educational and youth development fields
  • You Matter 2 will provide detailed reference letters for all volunteers who successfully complete their volunteer commitment
  • Reimbursement for any expenses incurred (with prior agreement)

About You Matter 2
You Matter 2 is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides youth in 6th-12th grade with a safe space to develop positive relationships, leadership skills, and discover their passions. Our mission is to provide opportunities for youth to serve and make a difference in their community. As a result of our programs, our vision is for youth to remain civically engaged, be empowered to forge their own path, and have academic and lifelong success. For more information visit: www.youmatter2.org 

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  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • Our Team
    • Board of Directors >
      • Board Member Application
    • Impact
    • Careers
  • Get Involved
    • Join
    • Volunteer
    • MLK Day of Service
    • Lawrence Watson Memorial Scholarship
  • Donate
  • Programs
    • Study Break on Us
  • EVENTS
  • HF Junteenth Festival
  • CONTACT US