About Step Up as Recruitment/Training Asst for Abuse Crisis & Info Helpline

DAHMW has a critical need for a Recruitment & Training Assistant (RTA). Our RTA shall work under the direct supervision of both the Intake & Training Coordinators to assist with DAHMW’s volunteer recruitment & retention programs, in addition to helping out with our training program. This newly-created position has considerable potential to develop and/or expand into a vast array of volunteer opportunities, of which will primarily be determined by such expertise, competence and interest exhibited by the specified individual who is appointed.

As a sampling of responsibilities, DAHMW’s RTA will research, identify, submit for approval and log web-sites and public places that may be appropriate to post recruitment ads; post recruitment ads of volunteer opportunities; compose drafts of volunteer job descriptions; respond to applicant inquiries; forward Volunteer Application Packets to interested candidates; conduct initial screening of applicants to recommend interviews; maintain current Excel log of all volunteer applicant activity; type variety of documents for recruitment files; upload files to DAHMW’s Intake Yahoo Group in a timely manner; take part in applicant interviews, and assist Training Coordinator with a wide assortment of training activities and functions, contingent upon RTA’s demonstrated capabilities.

Ideal candidates will have a computer with Internet access, be able to work 6-12 hours/week, be available for weekly teleconferences (1 hour/week) and mandatory monthly staff meetings (1-2 hours/month). The successful RTA will enjoy working with all types of people, possess excellent interpersonal skills, be detailed-oriented and extremely organized. The RTA will also be a self-starter, able to work independently within given guidelines, display obvious resourcefulness and take the initiative whenever appropriate. Some recruitment and/or administrative experience is helpful. Moderate to advanced experience with Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint is an absolute must.

Thank you for taking the time to read about DAHMW, our vital cause and the opportunity to become a valued volunteer on our amazing team!

Application Process

To begin a rewarding new chapter in your life and to receive our Volunteer Application Packet, please write to Nichole, DAHMW's Training Coordinator, at [email protected].