Respite Coordinator

Respite Coordinator

Manhattan, NY

$60,000-$80,000

The Respite Coordinator supports administrative, operational, and direct-service functions across office support, program coordination, and hands-on client care. This role ensures smooth execution of day-to-day assignments, family services, and organizational initiatives through a combination of respite coverage, event coordination, program logistics, and community engagement.

The Respite Coordinator provides respite in homes and hospitals, assists with both large- and small-scale events, manages attendance and activity logs, and supports special programs throughout the New York region. This position requires strong communication, organization, flexibility, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Respite Coverage, Family Support & Case Coordination

• Provide respite services for families in homes and hospitals.

• Cover shifts as needed to ensure continuous support during staff absences, holidays, or high-volume periods, including last-minute coverage.

• Communicate with families to understand needs related to respite and program coordination.

• Connect volunteers with families for respite support based on needs and availability.

• Assist in managing select client cases as part of the HomeBase program.

• Maintain communication with internal team members regarding updates and client needs.

• Document client interactions and coordinate follow-up support with internal teams.

Volunteer Management & Community Engagement

• Recruit female volunteers, with a focus on outreach within Chassidish communities.

• Manage and support volunteers through placement, scheduling, check-ins, and ongoing communication.

• Develop and coordinate volunteer appreciation initiatives.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with volunteers and community members.

Program & Event Management – Girls Division

• Plan and implement programs and initiatives for the Girls Division.

• Oversee the operation of the i-Shine Girls Division, an afterschool program for siblings ages 6–13.

• Supervise and support i-Shine coordinators, ensuring they have the tools and guidance needed for effective programming.

• Recruit families and ensure strong participation in programs.

• Coordinate weekly programming logistics, including schedules, materials, and staffing.

• Develop and execute seasonal events and programs for teenage siblings.

• Design and expand programming to meet evolving client and family needs.

• Collaborate with team members to coordinate events, parties, and Shabbatons.

Event & Program Logistics

• Coordinate logistics for programs and events, including planning, registration, and transportation.

• Ensure smooth execution of events from start to finish through on-site coordination.

• Work with internal and external teams to support hospital-based and community programming.

• Support ongoing and seasonal initiatives throughout the year.

• Assist with additional responsibilities as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

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Experience: 1–3 years of related work experience preferred.

Professional Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Fluency in Yiddish required.

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

• Strong multitasking skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

• Flexible, proactive, and collaborative approach to work.

• Experience in nonprofit or community-based work is a plus.