- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Cooking
- Spending free time with family
Stephanie Van Slyke
Rome,NY
Summary
Motivated Director of Volunteer Services with exceptional organizational, communication, and strategic planning skills. Skilled in recruiting and interviewing volunteers, creating volunteer schedules, and managing outreach events. Dedicated to driving impactful results through effective leadership and collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Volunteer Services
50 Forward Mohawk Valley
01.2024 - Current
- Organized and coordinated over 40 community outreach events and presentations.
- Promoted volunteer programs through outreach, tabling events, social media platforms and email campaigns,
- Coordinated and recruited over 100 new volunteers for various duties including snow shoveling, in home financial management , transportation, and class instructors.
- Maintained daily operations by completing administrative paperwork and performing telephone correspondence and database entry.
- Use "Volunteer Reporter" software to update volunteer contact lists and information.
- Conducted volunteer interviews and assessments to screen qualified volunteers for position.
- Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Designed volunteer handbook and established volunteer networking group to address specific issues.
- Design flyers using Canva
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
- Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Coordinated with community stakeholders for successful implementation of social and community service initiatives.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support social and community service initiatives.
Co-Owner/Administrative Assistant
Vast Entertainment
08.2011 - 01.2024
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Helped hundreds of couples plan wedding receptions
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
Banquet Server
Turning Stone Casino
08.2008 - 11.2010
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
- Answered guest questions about event plans and food service choices.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
Education
Associates - Business Administration
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY05.2011
High School Diploma -
Oneida High School
Oneida, NY06.2007
1,000 Hours Cosmetology completion -
Madison Oneida BOCES
Verona, NY06.2007
Skills
- Partner relations
- Leadership/Supervisor
- Adaptability
- Volunteer recruitment
- Marketing and promotion
- Volunteer coordination
- Project management
- Public relations
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint,
- Proficient in Volunteer Reporter Software
- Google suite proficiency
- Partnership development
- Community relations
- Recruitment strategies
- Training program development
- Database management
- Volunteer management
- Interviewing skills
Accomplishments
- Supervised Two Volunteer Department Staff and over one hundred volunteers.
- Achieved an increase of volunteers through effective outreach, presentations and creating volunteer materials.
- Collaborated with Community Partners by advertising the volunteer opportunities available in Oneida County that serve elderly adults.
- Successfully organized, planned and executed the Annual Volunteer Recognition Event with over 100 attendees and awarded five certificates of recognition.
Interests
Timeline
Director of Volunteer Services
50 Forward Mohawk Valley
01.2024 - Current
Co-Owner/Administrative Assistant
Vast Entertainment
08.2011 - 01.2024
Banquet Server
Turning Stone Casino
08.2008 - 11.2010
Associates - Business Administration
Onondaga Community College
High School Diploma -
Oneida High School
1,000 Hours Cosmetology completion -
Madison Oneida BOCES
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