Volunteer Coordinator, Harlingen
The Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights | |
$25.80-$28.59/ HR - $25.80 to $28.59 is the standard new hire range for this position ($28.38-$31.45 for those residing in the Los Angeles and DC metropolitan areas; $29.68-$32.88 for those residing in the NYC metropolitan area). Actual wage will vary dep | |
vision insurance, sick time, 401(k) | |
United States, Texas, Harlingen | |
806 Morgan Boulevard (Show on map) | |
Jan 24, 2025 | |
Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights invites applications for a full-time Volunteer Coordinator (VC) position based in Harlingen, Texas. In collaboration with Site Manager, the VC role executes the recruitment, screening, and training for Child Advocate volunteers. This position ensures that all necessary processes, events, and programs are effective in yielding, supporting, and retaining bicultural and bilingual volunteers in Harlingen. In addition, the Volunteer Coordinator actively engages with the National Volunteer Program Manager and VCs across the organization, supporting the implementation of a national Young Center volunteer strategy.
ABOUT THE YOUNG CENTER The Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights is a national organization dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights and best interests - safety and well-being - of immigrant children in the United States. The immediate focus of the Young Center's work is to serve as Child Advocates for unaccompanied and separated immigrant children. Our role is to identify and advocate for the best interests of immigrant children both while they are in federal custody and after they are released. Through a multidisciplinary approach that involves policy-related advocacy and direct service, we advocate for the best interests of immigrant children through a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive lens. The Young Center has offices in Houston, San Antonio, and Harlingen, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; New York, New York; Washington, D.C.; Phoenix, Arizona; and Los Angeles, California. We also serve children through programs in New Jersey and Western Michigan. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical demands include regular attendance; keyboarding; sitting for long periods (at least 5 hours a day); driving. Ability to use computer, telephone, and copy machine. Ability to travel by plane, car, and other conveyances within U.S. Occasional lifting for event setup/preparation. Must be able to work at least two-three full weekends for the Child Advocate Trainings. May be requested to work evenings or weekends for other special events as needed. COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS All employees must be fully vaccinated prior to first day of employment except where prohibited by state law. APPLICATION DETAILS $25.80 to $28.59 is the standard new hire range for this position ($28.38-$31.45 for those residing in the Los Angeles and DC metropolitan areas; $29.68-$32.88 for those residing in the NYC metropolitan area). Actual wage will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location and experience. The Young Center does not ask for prior pay history from our candidates and our offer-making process is negotiation-free for salaries and benefits. We offer our best possible salary based on relevant experience. The range listed is just one component of the Young Center's total compensation package for employees. The Young Center provides excellent benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance (employee & dependents) at no cost to the employee, paid vacation, sick time, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. A criminal background check will be conducted. |