Organization: The Lotus Coalition

Location: Flexible / Remote with occasional in-person support (Tampa Bay Area preferred)

Time Commitment: Flexible hours

Compensation: Volunteer position with pathway to paid employment

Role Overview

The Lotus Coalition is seeking a proactive, organized, and community-minded Volunteer Organizer to help build, coordinate, and support our growing volunteer network. This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a direct impact in the community by connecting people who want to help with meaningful opportunities to serve vulnerable populations.

This position plays a vital role in strengthening community engagement, expanding outreach capacity, and ensuring volunteers are supported, prepared, and valued. The role may lead to a paid position as the organization grows.

Purpose of the Role

Volunteers are essential to our mission. The Volunteer Organizer helps ensure that individuals offering their time and talents are welcomed, trained, scheduled, and equipped to serve effectively—creating a positive experience for both volunteers and the community we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Volunteer Recruitment & Outreach

  • Proactively seek and recruit volunteers through community outreach, networking, and online platforms

  • Engage individuals, groups, schools, and organizations interested in volunteering or completing community service hours

  • Represent The Lotus Coalition in volunteer-related communications and outreach

Volunteer Coordination & Scheduling

  • Manage volunteer sign-ups using SignUpGenius or similar platforms

  • Coordinate schedules for outreach events, drop-in center support, drives, and special projects

  • Maintain accurate volunteer rosters and schedules

Onboarding & Documentation

  • Send and track volunteer paperwork, including:

    • Volunteer applications

    • Community service verification forms

    • Liability waivers and required acknowledgments

  • Ensure all volunteer records are organized and up to date

Training & Support

  • Coordinate and assist with volunteer orientations and training

  • Ensure volunteers understand expectations, boundaries, and safety protocols

  • Serve as a point of contact for volunteers before and during service

Communication & Follow-Up

  • Send reminder emails, confirmations, and follow-ups

  • Assist with thank-you communications and volunteer appreciation efforts

  • Help foster a positive, respectful, and mission-aligned volunteer culture

Program & Team Support

  • Collaborate with staff to assess volunteer needs and placement

  • Support events, outreach days, and special initiatives as needed

  • Help identify opportunities to expand volunteer involvement

What We’re Looking For

  • Highly organized and self-motivated

  • Proactive communicator who follows through

  • Comfortable working independently in a remote environment

  • Strong written communication skills

  • Passion for community service and social impact

  • Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines

Preferred (but Not Required)

  • Experience coordinating volunteers, events, or community programs

  • Familiarity with SignUpGenius, Google Workspace, or similar tools

  • Experience working with nonprofits, outreach programs, or social services

Why This Role Matters

This role directly strengthens the safety net for individuals experiencing homelessness, housing instability, trauma, and recovery challenges. By organizing volunteers, you help extend services, increase outreach, and ensure community members receive support with dignity and care.

Flexibility & Growth

  • Fully flexible schedule

  • Mostly remote

  • Opportunity to grow into a paid position based on performance, availability, and organizational needs

How to Get Involved

If you’re interested in using your organizational skills to support meaningful community work, please reach out to:

📧 info@lotusvibe.org