Position Summary: Our mission is to alleviate hunger in Southeast Nebraska. We will take steps to nourish our communities and find hunger solutions driven by our Core Values and the belief that all perspectives have value, and every person deserves respect, dignity, and compassion. We will act in ways that welcome diverse experiences and opinions. We will seek equity for all, and especially for groups disproportionately affected by food insecurity and systemic causes of poverty.

The Volunteer Coordinator will provide oversight to volunteers who are working in the Hunger Solutions Center. This is a full-time position that will occasionally include some evening and weekend work. This person will train and support volunteers in activities that impact the safety, equity, and dignity of the Food Bank’s service, including donation sorting, grocery bag packing, produce processing, cleaning, and administrative tasks.

Essential Job Functions:

·         Oversee volunteer activity in the Distribution Center

·         Train volunteers in donation sorting, grocery bagging, and produce handling

·         Collaborate with Operations staff to identify new projects and prioritize existing projects

·         Support the Food Bank’s Food Safety Program and AIB documentation

·         Conduct USDA civil rights and food safety training for individuals volunteering in the Distribution Center

·         Operate Food Bank Distribution Center equipment in a safe manner

·         Prepare the Volunteer work areas for current and upcoming activity

·         Travel occasionally to off-site distribution sites

·         Support Food Bank inventory practices

·         Assist with administrative tasks, including assistance with organizing, documenting, and tracking volunteer applications, waivers and hours

·         Contribute to volunteer recognition

·         Complete CPR/First Aid certifications and Food Handler Permit requirements

·         Other duties as assigned

 

Preferred Talents:

·         Ability to provide excellent customer service and hospitality via active listening and communication

·         Establish and maintain positive, respectful relationships with volunteers

·         Ability to work autonomously and remain self-motivated

·         Ability to effectively collaborate with various departments and volunteer groups

·         Ability to work with diverse constituencies making sure all volunteers are included

 

 

 

Qualifications:

·         A high school diploma or GED with two years of job-related experience involving hospitality, food safety, or a distribution center environment

·         Available for occasional evening and weekend work

·         Valid Nebraska driver’s license and be insurable

·         Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel)

 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

 

Working Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to inside and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is consistent with a normal office environment.

 

Employee Acknowledgment

I acknowledge that I have received, read, and understand the duties and expectations for the job listed above. I agree to perform the duties outlined and to comply with all standards established in the performance of this job.

Company Contact:

Erin Mundus

Finance & HR Specialist

emundus@lincolnfoodbank.org

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Job Closes: 04-30-2025

Alcohol and Drug Counselor - Lincoln, NE 68503 - Indeed.com

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Job Closes: 05-31-2025

Responsible for maintaining a caseload of victims of alcohol and drugged driving who are in need of short-term crisis intervention, emotional support, grief support groups, and appropriate referral sources for continued long-term needs. Provide court accompaniment and guidance with legal, financial, and medical systems. Work in conjunction with other Victim Services employees to provide consultation and support to victims where needed.

This is a remote, work from home position; however, the selected candidate must live in the Lincoln or Omaha general areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Utilizing independent judgment, conduct individual needs assessments on victims/survivors of alcohol and drugged driving crashes for emotional support, information, and referrals, implementing beneficial interventions based upon those assessments. Maintain current assessment of victim’s coping and need for further referrals.
Based upon assessment, create and implement a tailored case management action plan for victims, which may include grief support assistance, crisis intervention, referrals for long-term counseling issues and other basic needs, as well as support group facilitation. May accompany victims/survivors to justice proceedings as appropriate. Provide advocacy by assisting in the protection and exertion of victims/survivors rights and educating others about the criminal and civil justice systems.
Conduct community needs assessments and analyze results to determine the development, facilitation, and implementation of appropriate victim services, programs and events.
Based upon results of community needs assessments, create and implement effective outreach strategies to reach victims and survivors of drunk and drugged driving crashes who may not otherwise be aware of MADD Victim Services.
Utilizing analysis of community needs assessment, establish and utilize a network of key individuals in the legal, medical, and social service systems to facilitate assistance for victims/survivors. Collect and maintain community resource information to share with victims and other Victim Services employees.
Recruit, screen, train, deploy, and recognize volunteers who provide assistance in meeting Victim Service initiatives.
Maintain accurate case records, statistical information and grant reports for each victim case according to MADD and grant standards and guidelines. May be responsible for grant writing and reporting to grantor and MADD.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree is required in a human services field of study (i.e. social work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice) with a minimum of one year of experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management) OR grief support work (specifically bereaved individuals due to death).
Equivalent experience that includes experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management) and/or grief support work (specifically bereaved individuals due to death).
Reliable transportation to court attendance is required along with a flexible schedule.
Strong organizational skills, be detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and execute in a high-volume environment.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and convey thoughts clearly, logically and concisely both orally and in writing, using appropriate grammar and command of the English language.
Ability to work both independently and with others to resolve issues and maintain composure and professionalism in an environment of changing and/or multiple priorities.
Must be able to work on a time table, meet deadlines, follow instructions and accept direction on given assignments.
Strong work ethic with the ability to maintain a high activity level.
Must have exceptional internal and external customer service orientation.
Must have demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and be familiar with entering data into on-line systems. Should also have basic record keeping and math skills.
Ability to maintain social, ethical and organizational standards in job related activities, at work and in the community.
Ability to maintain workplace confidentiality and take ownership/accountability for own actions and aspects of the job.
Demonstrated commitment, passion and compassion for the mission of MADD.

Company Contact:

Erin Payton, erin.payton@madd.org

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Job Closes: 04-30-2025

The Arc of Lincoln Program Coordinator Position Description

The Arc of Lincoln serves people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. The Arc of Lincoln programs in the following areas: vacations, inclusive recreation, social skill building, self-advocacy, sibling support, and more. The Program Coordinator will work with the Board of Directors and the Executive Director in the planning execution of these programs. Responsibilities include:

• Create and organize programs and activities that include but not limited to;  Friendly Faces, Come Together Adult Social Group, Classes/Trainings, Parent Networking group, Special Events, and The Arc Expeditions, etc. 

• Dispersing information using bulk mail, email and social media about upcoming events

• Maintenance of physical and electronic contact and vacationer and membership databases

• Plan, organize and execute materials for Arc Expeditions before each trip

• Assist Executive Director and Grant Committee with collection of data necessary for  grant reports and requests. 

• Plan, Organize and Execute special events e.g. Making reservations, organizing, marketing, attending, etc.

• Creation of promotional materials for events

In addition to assisting with programming, the Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Executive Director with activities such as fundraisers, board meetings, community meetings, and community outreach.  The Arc of Lincoln is a small nonprofit, we are affiliated with The Arc of NE and The Arc of U.S.

Detailed Position Description upon request:  402-421-8866

Company Contact:

The Arc of Lincoln

Jennifer Stuhmer, Executive Director

PO Box 57002

Lincoln NE. 68505

402-421-8866

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Job Closes: 03-31-2025