Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Beginning with one boy’s wish to be a police officer, we have evolved to be one of the world’s leading children’s charities, serving children in every community in the United States and its territories. With the help of generous donors and over 200 volunteers, Make-A-Wish Colorado grants over 300 wishes a year.

Position Summary

Our wish coordinator is an integral part of fulfilling our mission as well as the goals within the wish-granting functions. The Wish Coordinator will be responsible for the successful implementation and oversight of the overall wish experience within the policies and procedures established by the National Office and our local Make-A-Wish chapter. Job responsibilities are not limited to those specifically presented in this description.

Job Position/Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct wish family discovery visits, on a monthly basis  
• Cultivate Wish Volunteer relationships
• Cultivate and steward appropriate partnerships within the community that assist with wishes.
• Prepare all information pertaining to each wish for volunteers, wish families, health care professionals and appropriate personnel in the community.
• Monitor progress of each wish and ensure wish proceeds in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all national and local performance standards and guidelines
• Update and keep current wish database and electronic files on each child.
• Supervise and support volunteers involved in the wish.
• Assist as necessary to define wish and clarify process with volunteers and wish families.
• Communicate with health care professionals, volunteers and family members to ensure each wish proceeds in the best interest of the child.
• Coordinate all specific aspects involved with the wish, including but not limited to transportation, accommodations, services, assisting chapters, medical equipment, liability forms, and itineraries.
• Communicate and coordinate specific wish details successfully with other Make-A-Wish Chapters/Affiliates when necessary
• Establish and follow budget for each wish with direction from program leadership.
• Responsible for reconciling both cash and in-kind for every wish granted and ensuring the wish file has all necessary documentation for completion of a wish.
• Administer and follow all procedures required for completion of a wish.
• Keep abreast of National and Colorado policies, guidelines and resources as they relate to the wish-granting program.
• Participate as a productive member of the team at program and staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Detail-oriented and well organized
• Ability to motivate and support a diverse constituency in a team-oriented atmosphere
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Able to successfully work in a collaborative, team-oriented organization
• Able to take direction and adaptable to change
• Commitment to and a passion for the work of the Make-A-Wish Foundation

Working Condition

This position is in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Incumbent must have the ability and willingness to travel across Colorado and work some nights/weekends.

Salary Range

$45,000 - $55,000

Rewards and Benefits

• 100% employer paid for employee: Comprehensive benefit package: Medical, Vision, Dental
• 100% employer paid for employee: Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Annual incentive potential
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: up to 5% Match after first year of employment
• 10 PTO days, 15 Paid Holidays and every other Friday off

Join Our Team of Inspired People Transforming Lives

We are more than a great place to work - our work is life changing. We are an inclusive and diverse group of people who, through a mosaic of backgrounds, thoughts and experiences are united in purposeful work. We are fueled and guided by our values - values that are represented in the inspired people we work with and the transformational work we do every day.

We respect and ensure equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, perceived disability and other legally protected characteristics.

For immediate consideration, please send a cover letter and resume to

Jennifer Getsch – jgetsch@colorado.wish.org

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Make-A-Wish Colorado provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner status, gender (including sex stereotyping), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related and HIV/AIDS related) or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. In addition, Make-A-Wish Colorado complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Make-A-Wish Colorado has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Additionally, Make-A-Wish Colorado provides equal opportunities to all organization volunteers without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, age, sexual orientation and disability. Finally, Make-A-Wish Colorado serves children facing critical illnesses without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation and disability.