Lancaster Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce
Match Support Specialist
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Work Location
Fairfield and Hocking Counties
Job Description
POSITION TITLE: MATCH SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Join the Big Brothers Big Sisters Team!
Our Mission
Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
Our Vision
All youth achieve their full potential.
We're searching for someone who is passionate about helping children succeed and excited to be part of a collaborative, energetic team.
Our Ideal Match Support Specialist Is
- Passionate about serving youth and families
- A go-getter with a positive attitude
- Personable and able to build relationships with people from all backgrounds
- Patient, organized, and dependable
- Accountable and self-motivated
- A creative problem solver who thinks on their feet
- Coachable and eager to learn
- Comfortable working independently while being a strong team player
- Professional, compassionate, and committed to child safety
Most importantly—you enjoy having fun! We work one-on-one with children every day, and we believe laughter, positivity, and enthusiasm help create life-changing mentoring relationships.
Our Commitment
At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we believe our strongest teams are built from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported, and empowered to do meaningful work.
Every member of our team contributes unique talents that help us better serve youth, families, volunteers, and our community. Together, we strive to foster a culture where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated, and every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
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The Match Support Specialist plays a vital role in creating successful mentoring relationships by guiding volunteers, youth, and families through the enrollment, assessment, matching, and support process.
This position requires excellent customer service, strong interviewing and assessment skills, sound independent judgment, and a commitment to child safety. The successful candidate will build meaningful relationships with volunteers and families while ensuring all Big Brothers Big Sisters standards and practices are followed.
Performance Measures
Success In This Position Includes
- Timely volunteer processing and enrollment
- Youth enrollment and family engagement
- High customer satisfaction
- Quality matching decisions
- Accurate and timely documentation
- Achievement of program goals
- Strong child safety practices
Essential Responsibilities: Enrollment & Assessment
- Conduct volunteer orientations, interviews, home visits, and enrollment assessments.
- Conduct parent and youth interviews, child safety education, home visits, and enrollment assessments.
- Review references, background information, and other enrollment materials.
- Identify barriers to enrollment and assist participants through the process.
- Conduct reassessments and updates as needed.
Matching & Support
- Assess volunteer strengths, interests, and qualifications to create successful mentoring matches.
- Facilitate match introductions and coordinate match meetings.
- Provide ongoing recommendations for match success.
- Collaborate with program staff to ensure smooth participant transitions.
Child Safety
- Apply Big Brothers Big Sisters child safety and risk management policies throughout all aspects of service delivery.
- Identify child safety concerns and respond appropriately.
- Assess and refer families to additional community resources when appropriate.
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Documentation & Administration
- Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation in the BBBS database.
- Prepare professional assessments and case notes.
- Ensure compliance with agency and national standards.
Team Participation
- Participate in agency activities and special events.
- Assist with volunteer recruitment efforts.
- Assist with all fundraising activities and events, including the Big Book Nook.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Work Environment
- Combination of office, schools, community, and home visit settings
- Flexible schedule to meet participant needs
- Occasional evening and weekend hours required
- Local travel required
Required
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Education, or a related field)
Preferred
- Experience working with children, families, and adult volunteers
- Experience conducting interviews, assessments, case management, or intake services
- Understanding of child development and family dynamics
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Proof of automobile insurance meeting Ohio minimum requirements
Ready to Make an Impact?
Please Submit
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Three Professional References
Email: jpugh@bbbs-fairfieldoh.org
No phone calls or walk-ins, please.
Position will remain open until filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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