Job Description

JOB POSTING - PART-TIME KINGSTON CHAPTER COORDINATOR

Deadline: June 6, 2025, at 5 PM EST

Currently seeking a Kingston Chapter Coordinator to support the activities of a volunteer group that designs and builds custom assistive devices for people with disabilities. At the core of Tetra are the personal relationships, key to developing devices that genuinely meet the needs of people with disabilities. The following is a summary of responsibilities for the Chapter Coordinator position.

The Kingston Chapter Coordinator will work with other volunteers, the Regional Coordinator and the National Coordinator to accomplish these tasks. The Kingston Chapter Coordinator is supported by (and reports to) the Central Regional Coordinator and National Coordinator. Compensation will be a monthly $300 honorarium, based on approximately 12 to 15 hours per month.

Responsibilities:

RECRUIT MEMBERS VOLUNTEERS AND PROJECTS:

Call health organizations, occupational therapists, disabilities groups and associations. Forward Tetra brochures and other relevant information. Recruit technically skilled volunteers that can effectively complete project requests and outreach volunteers to support recruitment and awareness.

RAISE AWARENESS:

Make presentations to appropriate groups in the community to raise awareness of Tetra's services and benefits.

PUBLICITY:

Contact local media (i.e., newspapers, radio, television) to secure positive coverage of successful projects, partnerships and outstanding volunteers.

COORDINATE MONTHLY MEETING:

It will be your responsibility to maintain contact, provide support, and motivation to volunteers. When a chapter has sufficient requests and volunteers to warrant a meeting, host a monthly volunteer meeting to match members and volunteers, to allow volunteers to socialize and exchange ideas and solutions. In the absence of regular monthly meetings, contact volunteers individually to respond to Request for Assistance Forms.

REPORTING TO HEAD OFFICE:

Once a month, submit a brief report on activities using the appropriate report forms (including, activity reports, project reports and expenses).

DOCUMENTATION & REPORTING:

Be sure all technical volunteers and persons requesting RFAs fill out forms properly and send copies to head office with report. Ensure the technical volunteers document their projects, through photographs and diagrams or drawings.

INFORMATION:

Distribute and disseminate information as requested.

FUNDRAISE:

Fundraise, as necessary, on behalf of local chapter to provide for operating expenses.

Requirements

Self-motivated individual who can work remotely

Knowledgeable around disability and assistive devices

Detail oriented and highly organized

Experience with outreach, volunteer recruitment and retention

Clear and concise communication and presentation skills

Comfortable with computers and technology (including Office programs and video conferencing), with strong administrative skills

Experience with print, radio, and social media is an asset

Track record of working successfully in a team environment

Able to work independently

Nonprofit sector experience is an asset

Current student or graduate of university degree, college diploma, certificate or another related educational program is an asset. (Examples of programs are occupational therapy, recreation or music therapy, other health and rehabilitation related fields, engineering, technology, trades, crafts, public relations, communications, journalism, etc.)

Must be located in the Kingston area

Weekend work may be necessary

After hours work may be necessary

Successful completion of related background check(s)

If you're looking for an opportunity to be part of an organization that is reimagining the possibilities for full inclusion of people with disabilities in our communities, we want to hear from you.

Please note that only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $300.00 per month

Expected hours: 1 - 4 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Work from home
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: Remote

Application deadline: 2025-06-06
Expected start date: 2025-07-01