Protect the rights, dignity, and well-being of vulnerable adults across Oregon.
Guardian Partners is a growing, financially stable Oregon nonprofit dedicated to protecting adults living with cognitive impairments and developmental disabilities. In partnership with county courts, we recruit, train, and support volunteers who conduct independent reviews of adult guardianship cases, helping ensure safety, self-determination, and accountability within the guardianship system.
We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and relationship-focused Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator to recruit, train, and support volunteers across multiple Oregon counties while conducting a limited caseload of guardianship reviews. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in volunteer management, nonprofit programs, social services, advocacy, or community engagement who wants to make a meaningful impact.
This full-time hybrid position combines volunteer leadership, community outreach, case review work, and collaboration with courts and community partners. You'll join a small, mission-driven team that values flexibility, communication, innovation, and service.
Why Join Guardian Partners?
Key Responsibilities
Volunteer Recruitment and Outreach: Lead volunteer recruitment from a variety of sources, online portals, and engagement efforts across Oregon. Conduct outreach to build community awareness and partnerships; attend relevant community events, recruitment and networking opportunities.
Volunteer Supervision and Advocacy Support: Provide guidance, training, recognition, and professional staff support to volunteer advocates. Mentor volunteers through in-person adult guardianship case reviews, investigation, and preparing court reports. Manage and support volunteers through ongoing communication, training, and performance feedback.
Case management: Maintain a small, manageable caseload of case reviews, including meeting in-person with adults under guardianship, interviewing family guardians and other professionals, and writing reports with recommendations or intervention for the court.
Administrative duties: Review case documentation, manage case activity, and ensure compliance with agency policies and procedures. Ensure all activities align with Guardian Partners' mission and standards for volunteer engagement and client advocacy.
Qualifications: We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every preferred qualification.
Required:
Experience in volunteer coordination, nonprofit programs, social services, community engagement, advocacy, or a related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, Zoom, and related technology
Commitment to the mission of protecting and supporting adults under guardianship
Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally
Preferred:
Experience recruiting, training, or supervising volunteers
Experience working with older adults, people with disabilities, or vulnerable populations
Familiarity with guardianship, disability services, social services, healthcare, legal systems, or community resources
Experience writing professional reports or case documentation
Bilingual candidates proficient in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish will receive a 5% salary differential.
Travel Requirements
This hybrid position includes virtual onboarding, remote team collaboration, and regular in-person engagement throughout the region. Planned quarterly travel is required within Benton, Clackamas, Clatsop, Hood River, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Tillamook, Wasco, and Yamhill counties. Applicants must reside in one of these counties.
Quarterly travel to Multnomah County is required to support organizational meetings and fundraising events. Flexible scheduling is available to accommodate occasional evening or weekend commitments.
Salary & Benefits: $55,000-$57,000 DOE
Benefits include employer-paid healthcare, retirement plan with employer matching contributions, mileage reimbursement, and generous paid time off.
How to Apply: Please submit the following to staff@guardian-partners.org:
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Applications will be reviewed as received. Early application is encouraged.