3,708 Volunteer Coordination jobs in the United States

• Supports the work of the Election Office by leading the effort to recruit and retain a qualified pool of election workers
• Assigns election workers to polling places and advance voting locations to ensure high levels of service to voters
• Assists election workers with access of online training materials through a secure online portal
• Works with other staff to ensure that each worker receives adequate training for the tasks that he or she will perform
• Assists in the election worker payroll process to ensure timely payments to election workers before, during and after each election
• Supports the work of the Election Office by maintaining a list of temporary workers available to assist with special projects
• Updates the database of election workers through yearly availability surveys or requested changes

• Training: Helping develop and implement Johnson County election worker training programs and internal staff training programs.
• Community Outreach: Implementing efforts to reach out to voters in Johnson County to help increase voter registration as well as improve voter readiness and the overall voting experience.
• Polling Site Coordination: Assists in the administrative and supervisory activities to secure and set up polling sites to conduct public elections.

• Two (2) years of experience in election work, public sector service, or relevant field
• Associate degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications or relevant field
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications or relevant field
• Knowledge of election laws and procedures
• Experience with Microsoft Office and various election technologies software.

A career with Johnson County is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you are searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of becoming a member of Johnson County Government.

Our government rests on the foundation of citizens choosing the representatives who govern us. Consequently, the Johnson County Election Office manages voter registration, precinct boundaries, candidate filings, and campaign reports, and as mandated by the laws of Kansas, administers all federal, state, and local elections for more than 450,000 registered voters and for more than 2,300 elected positions in Johnson County. The Election Volunteer Coordinator position in the Election Operations group will perform a wide variety of these tasks.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience working with the public to make elections happen in Johnson County, then we invite you to consider joining our Election Office as an the Election Volunteer Coordination Specialist . This posting will remain open until filled, though the first review of applications will be Monday, September 8, 2025.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Supports the work of the Election Office by leading the effort to recruit and retain a qualified pool of election workers
• Assigns election workers to polling places and advance voting locations to ensure high levels of service to voters
• Assists election workers with access of online training materials through a secure online portal
• Works with other staff to ensure that each worker receives adequate training for the tasks that he or she will perform
• Assists in the election worker payroll process to ensure timely payments to election workers before, during and after each election
• Supports the work of the Election Office by maintaining a list of temporary workers available to assist with special projects
• Updates the database of election workers through yearly availability surveys or requested changes

Other responsibilities may include:

• Training: Helping develop and implement Johnson County election worker training programs and internal staff training programs.
• Community Outreach: Implementing efforts to reach out to voters in Johnson County to help increase voter registration as well as improve voter readiness and the overall voting experience.
• Polling Site Coordination: Assists in the administrative and supervisory activities to secure and set up polling sites to conduct public elections.

Required:

• Two (2) years of experience in election work, public sector service, or relevant field
• Associate degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications or relevant field
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications or relevant field
• Knowledge of election laws and procedures
• Experience with Microsoft Office and various election technologies software.

*Education can substitute for experience. Experience can substitute for education.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.

• Fall Internship: September through December 2025.

• Support weekly food delivery by helping with sorting and distributing items, including feminine hygiene products
• Optional: Interns may assist with driving if interested and eligible
• Present a bi-weekly food education session to ESOL students, which includes:
  
  • Preparing and delivering a PowerPoint presentation
  • Demonstrating food items and basic cookware from that week's delivery
• Provide English tutoring to IINE youth (ages 15-25) as part of the youth tutoring program
  
  • Interns will receive training and all necessary materials

• Log volunteer hours and maintain accurate records
• Assist in assembling the monthly volunteer newsletter
• Conduct volunteer satisfaction surveys
• Distribute the youth tutoring schedule to tutors twice per week

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team
• Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel is helpful
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable engaging with diverse populations

• Previous experience volunteering or working with volunteers is helpful but not required
• Interest in education, youth programs, or community services is a plus

Job Description

Communicating with potential customers in the community and building relationship with small business owners in the area. Offering our services to people in the community. Making phone call to follow up with potential leads.

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Community Health Worker screens, assesses, and links adults and families to healthcare, benefits/entitlements, nutritious food, affordable housing, and other needed social and community supports.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.)

• Conducts outreach and engagement to Medicaid recipients in ICL and the community• Conducts screenings to confirm unmet HRSN’s• Develop social care plans• Navigate services in the Uniteus platform to existing federal, state, or local services or refer to enhanced HRSN services• Confirm service delivery completion• Follow up with members to determine needs being met• Communicates effectively with people served, providers, community organizations and members of the community • Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely, and accurate manner as per policy and procedure. • Provides telephonic as well as face-to-face outreach, engagement, and service planning in the field.• Provides crisis intervention and follow-up. • Perform other related duties that may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Committed to the active promotion of the ICL values and goals

• Proficiency with various software programs including Microsoft Office and the company’s EHR software.

• Critical thinking, change management skills, and approaches.

• Data driven decision makers.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work under stress, prioritize and meet deadlines.

• Ability to understand and support the agency’s mission, vision, standards and code of ethical behavior.

• Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

High school graduate or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred plus one year providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders; or in linking individuals with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders to a broad range of services essential to successful living in a community setting (e.g. medical, psychiatric, social, educational, legal, housing and financial services).

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person. It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health!

WHY IS THIS ROLE CRITICAL?

The Outreach Specialist (OS) plays a critical role at Upward Health. The OS is the first point of contact with our company for our patients. We count on the OS to make an excellent first impression and to be able to effectively communicate our service offering to patients. The goal of this role is to inform patients about our services and to help them get started. Our services are focused on improving a patient’s health, and the OS helps him or her take that first step. 

The OS manages a caseload and utilizes a range of strategies to connect with our potential patients. Phone is our top strategy, and it’s important that our OS is comfortable and confident communicating by phone. There may be times that field-based approaches are utilized as well. The OS should be prepared to use whatever strategy is most effective. The OS reports to our Outreach Manager.  

Applicants tend to be individuals who would describe themselves as a “people person.”  You enjoy talking to new people – whether by phone or in person. You might have taken past roles in sales or retail to satisfy this interest. You also want to help others. You may even have past experience helping others with their health, whether through a previous job or in your personal life. You communicate well. You enjoy a fast-paced environment. You are flexible and like when each day is different. You are driven by reaching goals, and you like a challenge. We are looking forward to meeting you! 

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Conduct direct outreach to patients via phone, in-person meetings, mailings, and other strategies
• Speak with patients about the role that Upward Health can play in helping them improve their health
• Enroll patients into Upward Health’s program and collect key data about patients during the enrollment process
• Manage a personal caseload of patients and ensure that each assigned patient is contacted using the most effective strategy
• On an as-needed basis, interact with enrolled patients to ensure ongoing engagement or to deliver additional community-based touchpoints
• Participate in weekly team meetings focused on ongoing education and improvement
• Accurate and timely documentation in our company‘s software system

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: 

• Verbal communication skills
• Persuasiveness
• Flexibility
• Dedication and resilience
• Energetic
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Both independence and teamwork
• Solid computer skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to quickly establish trust and build a relationship with patients
• Ability to clearly communicate Upward Health’s service offering and value
• Active listening skills and genuine compassion for others
• Quick thinking and ability to respond to questions and objections 
• Organized and self-motivated 
• Ability to work independently and meet established goals
• Enjoys collaboration within a team environment and working with people of different skills and experience
• Knowledge of community resources in the local market
• Able to maintain clear professional boundaries with patients and coworkers
• Commitment to represent the company with professionalism
• Demonstrates cultural competency and ability to work with diverse groups of community members
• Comfortable using computer for documentation, communication, and organizing work
• Must have reliable transportation to perform essential outreach functions
• Must be fluent in English. Spanish speaking a PLUS!
• Able to work flexible hours, including occasional night/weekend work
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience with focus on those who have sales, healthcare, or past outreach experience. 

Upward Health is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. 

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. 

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Company Overview:

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person. It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health!

Job Title & Role Description:

The Community Outreach Specialist (COS) plays a critical role in establishing Upward Health’s presence in the community and reaching potential patients. As the first point of contact for individuals seeking our services, the COS is responsible for educating patients about Upward Health’s offerings, engaging them in meaningful conversations, and facilitating their enrollment into our programs. The COS manages a personal caseload, primarily utilizing phone outreach, but also employing in-person visits and other community-based strategies as needed. This role is essential in ensuring that patients understand the full range of services available to them and helps them take the first steps toward improving their health. The COS reports to the Outreach Manager and works closely with other team members to ensure the overall success of patient outreach and engagement efforts.

Skills Required:

• Strong verbal communication and persuasive abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport quickly
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage a personal caseload efficiently
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet outreach goals
• Comfortable with fast-paced environments and adapting outreach methods to various situations
• Proficient in using computer systems for documentation, communication, and managing outreach activities
• Flexible and adaptable to a variety of outreach methods, including phone, in-person meetings, and mailings
• Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus

Key Behaviors:

Engagement: 

• Proactively builds relationships with potential patients, ensuring they feel informed and supported throughout their journey with Upward Health.

Resilience: 

• Demonstrates the ability to overcome objections and challenges, staying motivated to engage patients even in difficult situations.

Adaptability: 

• Flexibly adjusts outreach strategies based on the needs and preferences of patients, ensuring effective communication at all times.

Team Collaboration: 

• Works well within a team, sharing knowledge, providing support, and contributing to the collective goals of the outreach program.

Efficiency: 

• Effectively manages time to meet outreach goals, balancing a caseload and ensuring timely follow-ups with patients.

Compassion: 

• Approaches patient interactions with empathy, ensuring each patient feels heard and understood.

Cultural Competency: 

• Demonstrates respect for diverse backgrounds and works effectively with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Competencies:

Communication: 

• Ability to clearly and persuasively communicate Upward Health’s services and benefits to potential patients, making complex information easy to understand.

Patient Engagement: 

• Skilled in enrolling patients into Upward Health’s programs and ensuring they have a smooth onboarding experience.

Customer-Centric: 

• Always focused on the needs of the patient, ensuring excellent service throughout the outreach process and helping patients access the right services.

Problem Solving: 

• Capable of addressing patient concerns or objections during outreach efforts, ensuring positive outcomes and maintaining trust.

Time Management: 

• Demonstrates excellent time management by balancing outreach activities, managing caseloads, and meeting set goals within a fast-paced environment.

Data Management: 

• Attention to detail when documenting patient information, ensuring accuracy and timely updates in the company’s systems.

Community Knowledge:

• Familiarity with local resources and the ability to connect patients to additional community-based services that may be beneficial to their care.

Upward Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.

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Company Overview:

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person. It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health!

Job Title & Role Description:

The Community Outreach Specialist (COS) plays a critical role in establishing Upward Health’s presence in the community and reaching potential patients. As the first point of contact for individuals seeking our services, the COS is responsible for educating patients about Upward Health’s offerings, engaging them in meaningful conversations, and facilitating their enrollment into our programs. The COS manages a personal caseload, primarily utilizing phone outreach, but also employing in-person visits and other community-based strategies as needed. This role is essential in ensuring that patients understand the full range of services available to them and helps them take the first steps toward improving their health. The COS reports to the Outreach Manager and works closely with other team members to ensure the overall success of patient outreach and engagement efforts.

Skills Required:

• Strong verbal communication and persuasive abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport quickly
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage a personal caseload efficiently
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet outreach goals
• Comfortable with fast-paced environments and adapting outreach methods to various situations
• Proficient in using computer systems for documentation, communication, and managing outreach activities
• Flexible and adaptable to a variety of outreach methods, including phone, in-person meetings, and mailings
• Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus

Key Behaviors:

Engagement: 

• Proactively builds relationships with potential patients, ensuring they feel informed and supported throughout their journey with Upward Health.

Resilience: 

• Demonstrates the ability to overcome objections and challenges, staying motivated to engage patients even in difficult situations.

Adaptability: 

• Flexibly adjusts outreach strategies based on the needs and preferences of patients, ensuring effective communication at all times.

Team Collaboration: 

• Works well within a team, sharing knowledge, providing support, and contributing to the collective goals of the outreach program.

Efficiency: 

• Effectively manages time to meet outreach goals, balancing a caseload and ensuring timely follow-ups with patients.

Compassion: 

• Approaches patient interactions with empathy, ensuring each patient feels heard and understood.

Cultural Competency: 

• Demonstrates respect for diverse backgrounds and works effectively with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Competencies:

Communication: 

• Ability to clearly and persuasively communicate Upward Health’s services and benefits to potential patients, making complex information easy to understand.

Patient Engagement: 

• Skilled in enrolling patients into Upward Health’s programs and ensuring they have a smooth onboarding experience.

Customer-Centric: 

• Always focused on the needs of the patient, ensuring excellent service throughout the outreach process and helping patients access the right services.

Problem Solving: 

• Capable of addressing patient concerns or objections during outreach efforts, ensuring positive outcomes and maintaining trust.

Time Management: 

• Demonstrates excellent time management by balancing outreach activities, managing caseloads, and meeting set goals within a fast-paced environment.

Data Management: 

• Attention to detail when documenting patient information, ensuring accuracy and timely updates in the company’s systems.

Community Knowledge:

• Familiarity with local resources and the ability to connect patients to additional community-based services that may be beneficial to their care.

Upward Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.

Compensation details: 18-19 Hourly Wage

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Company Overview:

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person. It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health!

Job Title & Role Description:

The Community Outreach Specialist (COS) plays a critical role in establishing Upward Health’s presence in the community and reaching potential patients. As the first point of contact for individuals seeking our services, the COS is responsible for educating patients about Upward Health’s offerings, engaging them in meaningful conversations, and facilitating their enrollment into our programs. The COS manages a personal caseload, primarily utilizing phone outreach, but also employing in-person visits and other community-based strategies as needed. This role is essential in ensuring that patients understand the full range of services available to them and helps them take the first steps toward improving their health. The COS reports to the Outreach Manager and works closely with other team members to ensure the overall success of patient outreach and engagement efforts.

Skills Required:

• Strong verbal communication and persuasive abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport quickly
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage a personal caseload efficiently
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet outreach goals
• Comfortable with fast-paced environments and adapting outreach methods to various situations
• Proficient in using computer systems for documentation, communication, and managing outreach activities
• Flexible and adaptable to a variety of outreach methods, including phone, in-person meetings, and mailings
• Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus

Key Behaviors:

Engagement: 

• Proactively builds relationships with potential patients, ensuring they feel informed and supported throughout their journey with Upward Health.

Resilience: 

• Demonstrates the ability to overcome objections and challenges, staying motivated to engage patients even in difficult situations.

Adaptability: 

• Flexibly adjusts outreach strategies based on the needs and preferences of patients, ensuring effective communication at all times.

Team Collaboration: 

• Works well within a team, sharing knowledge, providing support, and contributing to the collective goals of the outreach program.

Efficiency: 

• Effectively manages time to meet outreach goals, balancing a caseload and ensuring timely follow-ups with patients.

Compassion: 

• Approaches patient interactions with empathy, ensuring each patient feels heard and understood.

Cultural Competency: 

• Demonstrates respect for diverse backgrounds and works effectively with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Competencies:

Communication: 

• Ability to clearly and persuasively communicate Upward Health’s services and benefits to potential patients, making complex information easy to understand.

Patient Engagement: 

• Skilled in enrolling patients into Upward Health’s programs and ensuring they have a smooth onboarding experience.

Customer-Centric: 

• Always focused on the needs of the patient, ensuring excellent service throughout the outreach process and helping patients access the right services.

Problem Solving: 

• Capable of addressing patient concerns or objections during outreach efforts, ensuring positive outcomes and maintaining trust.

Time Management: 

• Demonstrates excellent time management by balancing outreach activities, managing caseloads, and meeting set goals within a fast-paced environment.

Data Management: 

• Attention to detail when documenting patient information, ensuring accuracy and timely updates in the company’s systems.

Community Knowledge:

• Familiarity with local resources and the ability to connect patients to additional community-based services that may be beneficial to their care.

Upward Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.

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