Job description:

Outreach Coordinator – Lotus Coalition

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Compensation: $17.00 to $25.00/hour

Hours: 30 hours per week

Reports to: Program Director

Position Summary

The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of The Lotus Coalition’s Drop-In Center and coordinating all outreach programs, ensuring consistent, compassionate, and effective support for individuals impacted by homelessness, addiction, trafficking, and poverty. This role requires reliability, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to trauma-informed, peer-centered care.

Survivor leaders and certified peer support specialists are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities: Drop-In Center Oversight

  • Oversee daily operations of the Drop-In Center, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment.

  • Greet and support guests with access to services, hygiene kits, clothing, and resources.

  • Supervise volunteers and staff on-site, providing direction and accountability.

  • Maintain schedules, visitor logs, and reporting systems.

Outreach Coordination

  • Plan, oversee, and participate in weekly outreach efforts, including street and club/massage parlor outreach.

  • Ensure outreach teams are fully equipped with supplies (Narcan, food, hygiene kits, clothing).

  • Maintain outreach logs, sign-ups, and track participation.

  • ·Collaborate with community partners and stakeholders to maximize program impact.

Volunteer Recruitment & Training

  • Identify, recruit, and onboard outreach and drop-in volunteers.

  • Facilitate training on trauma-informed care, safety protocols, and Lotus Coalition outreach practices.

  • Provide ongoing mentorship, supervision, and support to volunteers.

Administrative Support

  • Prepare outreach and drop-in reports for leadership and funders.

  • Assist with special events, partnerships, and community awareness campaigns.

  • Support communication and coordination across staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

  • Peer support or survivor leader background strongly preferred.

  • Experience supporting individuals impacted by homelessness, addiction, or trafficking.

  • Reliable, consistent, and highly organized.

  • Strong communication and trauma-informed interpersonal skills.

  • Willingness to work evenings or weekends as needed for outreach.

  • Must be compassionate and committed to the mission of The Lotus Coalition.

  • This is a hands-on leadership role where you will oversee the Drop-In Center, direct outreach teams, and bring dignity, stability, and empowerment to every interaction.

Job Type:

  • Part-time

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person