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Volunteer Coordinator

The Shepherd's Hand | Montrose, Colorado
Part-time
$17–$19 per hour
20–30 hours per week, depending on organizational need
Flexible, with occasional evenings and weekends

The Shepherd's Hand is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to help recruit, welcome, train, schedule, and support the volunteers who make our work possible. This person will build strong relationships with volunteers, staff, churches, and community partners while helping ensure dependable coverage across our programs.

Responsibilities

  • Recruit volunteers and respond to inquiries about opportunities to serve.
  • Coordinate applications, screening, orientation, and role-specific training.
  • Create volunteer schedules, communicate changes, and help fill open shifts.
  • Support and recognize volunteers, and address routine questions or concerns.
  • Maintain accurate volunteer records and track hours and participation.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, sound judgment, and experience using email, calendars, and basic office software. The ability to work respectfully with people from varied backgrounds and a commitment to the Christian mission and values of The Shepherd's Hand are essential. Experience coordinating volunteers or working in a nonprofit, church, or community service setting is preferred. Spanish language skills are a plus. Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday availability may be needed. Employment is subject to required background screening.

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Shelter Staff

The Shepherd's Hand Emergency Shelter | Montrose, Colorado
Seasonal
$18–$22 per hour, depending on experience and education
Approximately mid-October through the end of April
Evening or overnight shifts, including every other weekend and every other holiday

The Shepherd's Hand is seeking dependable Shelter Staff to help provide a safe, respectful, and supportive place for people experiencing homelessness. Staff oversee shelter operations during assigned shifts and work closely with guests, coworkers, and community partners.

Responsibilities

  • Welcoming guests, monitoring safety, and consistently following shelter policies.
  • Responding calmly to guest concerns, crises, and emergencies.
  • Completing shift logs, incident reports, and routine safety checks.
  • Helping prepare and serve meals and maintain a clean shelter.
  • Transporting guests between the Resource Center and Emergency Shelter in a 12-passenger van.
  • Overseeing pets in designated kennel areas.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED, valid Colorado driver's license, acceptable driving record, basic computer skills, and the ability to obtain CPR certification within 60 days of hire are required. Experience in a shelter, human services, behavioral health, or a related setting is strongly preferred. Applicants with relevant lived experience are encouraged to apply. Staff must remain awake and alert throughout their shifts and be able to meet the position's physical requirements. Employment is subject to required background screening and drug testing.

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Guest Services Associate

The Shepherd's Hand | Montrose, Colorado
Part-time
$17 per hour
Approximately 34 hours per week
Monday–Friday, 6:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m., with occasional additional hours

The Shepherd's Hand is seeking a Guest Services Associate to welcome guests and help coordinate daily services at our Resource Center. This person is often the first point of contact for guests, volunteers, and community partners and helps maintain a respectful, organized environment.

Responsibilities

  • Welcoming guests and explaining available services and facility expectations.
  • Completing guest intakes and maintaining accurate, confidential records.
  • Scheduling showers, laundry, lockers, mail, and clothing services.
  • Answering calls, maintaining daily logs, and coordinating with staff and volunteers.
  • Managing clothing and supply distribution, tracking inventory, and helping keep shared areas clean.
  • Responding calmly to concerns and helping maintain a safe environment.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, strong communication and organizational skills, and comfort with computers and data entry are required. Customer service, administrative, nonprofit, or human services experience is preferred. Applicants should be able to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries and serve guests with dignity and compassion. The position involves moving throughout the facility, light cleaning, and lifting up to 20 pounds. Employment is subject to a background check and drug screening.

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