Weekend Activities Coordinator
ABOUT US
Founded in 1991, Hope Solutions "formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing," is a vibrant and socially responsive non-profit agency that provides permanent housing and vital support services to over 2,000 families and individuals in Contra Costa County who are homeless or are at risk for homelessness. Over 40 faith-based communities support our work, although there are no religious requirements or affiliations required to receive services.
Are you seeking a new role that fully utilizes your talents and potential—while helping to make the world a better place? If so, please read on!
What are you passionate about?
At Hope Solutions—we envision a world in which everyone has a place to call home and the support of a strong community so that they can live with dignity and reach their full potential. We strive to be inclusive and responsive to community needs. We are committed to excellence and accomplish our work with integrity, respect, compassion, and humility.
Hope Solution's mission is to heal the effects of poverty and homelessness by providing permanent housing and vital support services to highly vulnerable families and individuals.
Could our mission be your mission?
Learn more about us @ hopesolutions.org
TEAM SNAPSHOT
We're adding to our team of passionate folks—who are on a mission to help make the lives of others better—through services and support that lead to a higher quality of life for our clients.
We'd like to learn more about you—apply for the role! What's our team like?
Here's a snapshot of some of the folks at Hope Solutions who help advance our vision to achieve—secure housing and the dignity of self-sufficiency for the homeless and at-risk families and individuals in Contra Costa County.
A FEW OF US...
Deanne—Executive Director—lives in Central Contra Costa County with her husband and three children. She enjoys hiking the East Bay hills, camping, reading, cooking, and cheering too loudly at her kids' games.
Alex—Chief Operating Officer— lives in Walnut Creek with his wife, son, and dog. Alex has an MSW and is a self-described macro social worker. He is an avid reader and a huge baseball fan (Go Giants!). He loves spending time at home with his family making food, listening to jazz, and relaxing.
Sara—Director of Programs—lives in West Contra Costa County with her partner and has raised four children. She enjoys walking, knitting, dancing, writing poetry, reading, and Burning Man. Sara is an LCSW and holds a Doctorate in Education.
Bill—Director of Housing Programs—lives in Central Contra Costa County with his partner and is involved in raising his godson. Bill is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been working with under-served populations for more than 20 years. He also serves on the Contra Costa County Healthcare for the Homeless Co-Applicant Board. He enjoys reading, gardening, and meditation.
Christina—Director of Finance—lives in Pleasant Hill with her husband, three children, and their dog. In her spare time, she volunteers at her children's schools and with Girl Scouts is on the PTA Board and local AYSO Board. She also enjoys attending her children's many sports activities.
Tanya—Director of Housing Navigation—lives in East Contra Costa County. She is married with one daughter and two sons. Tanya has a Master's in Counseling Psychology and has worked with under-served populations for over 15 years. She enjoys music, comedy, movies, exercising, and watching basketball games.
Jasmine Tarkoff—Consulting Director of Strategic Initiatives—lives in Contra Costa County and is married with three children and three dogs. Jasmine has an MS in Organizational Leadership and Innovation. She is the co-convener of the Multi-faith ACTION Coalition and serves on the boards of the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program as well as the Tourette Association of America.
Kristina—Director of Human Resources—lives in Cordelia with her modern-day blended family and is a proud Air Force Mom. She enjoys spending time with family, yoga, indoor cycling, hiking, brunch with friends, and loves to laugh. She believes if you look for the good in all things, you will find it.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Hope Solutions seeks an energetic Activities Coordinator who is flexible and responsive to support the needs of Hope Solutions while possessing the skill set to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and community partners. The Activities Coordinator is a significant role and requires an individual who can anticipate needs, has excellent follow-through, and can positively handle many different and diverse responsibilities effectively and efficiently with a positive and “can-do” attitude. The Activities Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing youth and family activities that engage community members to promote social wellbeing and belonging. They will plan, set up, and oversee activities and events at Garden Park Apartments, such as planning special events, community outings, and group activities for residents.
Supervisory Responsibility: None
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Development and Implementation of Weekend Activities:
Weekend Safety Oversight:
Administrative Support:
Organizational/Administrative Responsibilities:
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Physical Qualifications:
Compensation & Benefits:
We are an equal opportunity employer. If you're a good fit, we want to meet you!
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