Employment
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Coordinator of Volunteers and FIT VISTA Program
Do you thrive in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment? Are you highly motivated and organized? Do you naturally connect with people? Do you have experience working with a diverse group of volunteers? If you answered yes to those questions, we want YOU!
Families in Transition a Manchester, Concord, and Dover, NH-based homeless housing and services provider seeks an experienced “go-getter” who is ready to work for an entrepreneurial, forward thinking, and fast paced organization as the Coordinator of Volunteers & Families in Transition VISTA Program. This front-line position will provide a wide range of activities to strengthen community relations and enhance Families in Transition’s Volunteer program and FIT VISTA (Volunteer in Service to America) program. The right person for the position will be detail oriented and energetic, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, thrive under deadlines, excel at multitasking, and be willing to roll up their sleeves to grow and sustain our multifaceted volunteer program. This is a full time, benefited position, with some nights and weekend work required.
For the full employment description, click here. Qualified applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to volunteer@fitnh.org with the subject line – “Volunteer Coordinator” by June 5, 2013. No phone calls please. EOE
Families in Transition VISTA Positions
In Kind Coordinator
The In Kind Coordinator VISTA position plays a critical role in Families in Transition (FIT) development office. This fast-paced position requires an organized self-starter, who can multitask and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. This person will be tasked to work with all departments within FIT to determine agency needs for in-kind (tangible) and monetary donations. The VISTA will create new fundraiser initiatives to help keep the emergency food pantries stocked and the current needs of the homeless families at FIT met. The In Kind Coordinator will also create a new donation center run by volunteer support.
Click here to apply for this position on the AmeriCorps website.
Volunteer Engagement
The Volunteer Engagement VISTA position plays a critical role in Families in Transition (FIT). Volunteers are a huge part of FITs business model and how we serve those that need our housing and clinical services. This fast-paced position requires an organized self-starter, who can multitask and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. This person will be tasked to work with the Donor Relations Manager to create a High Impact Volunteer Engagement (HIVE) pilot program that FIT was one of ten non profits in NH that was recently chosen to partner with the NH Charitable Foundation & NH Center for Non Profits. The goal of this VISTA position is to create a meaning volunteer program that strongly impacts those we serve and the volunteers themselves.
Click here to apply for this position on the AmeriCorps website.
Outreach VISTA Leader
The VISTA Leaders will serve as role models, trainers and resource providers who strengthen the leadership capacity of their VISTAs, VISTA projects and community members. The leaders will work to expand and build the capacity of individual VISTA members and their respective host sites.
- Recruit VISTA members and organize VISTA Program Orientation
- Facilitate a successful year of service for FIT VISTA members
- Increase Families in Transition VISTA Program brand awareness statewide to businesses, organizations, agencies, etc.
- Manage and create publicity materials, including monthly newsletter, press releases, and online content (videos, social media, etc.)
- Coordinate monthly meetings for VISTA members
- Grow with position as needs arise
Research VISTA Leader
The VISTA Leaders will serve as role models, trainers and resource providers who strengthen the leadership capacity of their VISTAs and their respective host sites. The leaders will work to expand and build the capacity of individual VISTA members and their respective host sites.
- Recruit FIT VISTA members
- Organize FIT VISTA Program orientation
- Facilitate a successful year of service for FIT VISTAs
- Report, research and collect data
- Research and collaborate to create professional development and service project opportunities for VISTA Program
- Grow with the position as needs arise
Building Service Worker I
Families in Transition is seeking a motivated, trustworthy, customer service oriented individual for a full-time, benefited building service worker, for buildings in Manchester, Concord and potential surrounding communities. Primary responsibilities include the upkeep of safe, clean, and healthy living and working environments. Position hours are Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 3:30 PM. Must have own vehicle with insurance, have a valid driver’s license, and pass a criminal background check. Prior experience a must.
Interested applicants should apply by emailing resume to dfinch@fitnh.org with subject line: Building Service Worker I; or by filling out an application at Families in Transition,122 Market St,Manchester. No phone calls please. EOE
Building Service Worker II
Families in Transition is seeking a motivated, trustworthy, customer service oriented individual for a full-time, benefited building service worker, for buildings in Manchester, Concord and potential surrounding communities. Primary responsibilities include the upkeep of safe, clean, and healthy living and working environments. Position hours are Monday – Friday 12:30 PM – 9 PM. Must have own vehicle with insurance, have a valid driver’s license, and pass a criminal background check. Prior experience a must.
Interested applicants should apply by emailing resume to dfinch@fitnh.org with subject line: Building Service Worker II; or by filling out an application at Families in Transition,122 Market St,Manchester. No phone calls please. EOE
Building Service Worker III
Families in Transition is seeking a motivated, trustworthy, customer service oriented individual for a part-time building service worker, for buildings in Manchester, Concord and potential surrounding communities. Primary responsibilities include the upkeep of safe, clean, and healthy living and working environments. Applicants should be able to work up to three shifts, Monday – Friday, and 20 hours per week. Must have own vehicle with insurance, have a valid driver’s license, and pass a criminal background check. Prior experience a must.
Interested applicants should apply by emailing resume to dfinch@fitnh.org with subject line: Building Service Worker III; or by filling out an application at Families in Transition,122 Market St,Manchester. No phone calls please. EOE
Program Aide
Families in Transition is seeking a PT, awake overnight Program Aide for an emergency family shelter located in Manchester to work two nights per week. Duties include: data input, general shelter oversight, client transportation and screening calls for the Clinical Hotline. Hourly pay, with additional shift coverage available as needed. Applicants must have high school diploma with some human service experience; Associate’s degree preferred. Valid NH driver’s license required for transportation purposes with company vehicle. Please send resumes to amalone@fitnh.org or complete employment application at Families in Transition 122 Market Street Manchester, NH. EOE.