De Regenboog Groep | Amsterdam
Would you like to contribute to an inclusive city where everyone counts? Do you care deeply about people in vulnerable situations? And would you like to put this into practice in a job at a dedicated organization that focuses on what is possible? Then we’d love to meet you.
About De Regenboog Groep
De Regenboog Groep empowers Amsterdammers in vulnerable situations. We do this together with them and with hundreds of volunteers. Our projects and programs revolve around connection, empowerment, recovery, and self-direction.
As an Informal Care Coordinator, you’ll contribute to our mission by supporting volunteers and participants in our buddy program.
For this position, we are looking for a coordinator who will specifically support us in working with the target group experiencing mental health challenges. This means you will primarily (but not exclusively) work with people from this target group, have an affinity for them, and be somewhat familiar with Amsterdam’s social services network.
What will you be doing?
In this role, you’ll work to reduce loneliness and strengthen the network of Amsterdam residents, together with colleagues, volunteers, and participants. You’ll:
conduct intake and evaluation interviews with volunteers and participants in the buddy program
match participants with volunteers and guide their buddy program
handle administrative reporting
collaborate with network partners such as healthcare institutions, neighborhood initiatives, and the municipality
facilitates peer review sessions, gives presentations, and provides information
What do you bring to the table?
Here’s what’s important to us:
A relevant degree at the higher professional education (HBO) level, or comparable work experience.
An affinity for our target group(s) and social issues.
Experience in supervising volunteers
Willingness to work occasionally in the evenings
You can work independently, but also actively seek collaboration.
You show genuine care, treat others as equals, and stand by people.
You can work in an enterprising, decisive, and results-oriented manner
What do we offer you?
A meaningful role in a caring and committed organization.
A dynamic work environment that encourages resourcefulness and initiative.
A team where you can learn and where there’s room to bring out the best in yourself, even through trial and error.
A gross salary ranging from a minimum of €3,560 to a maximum of €4,716 (FWG 50) based on a 36-hour workweek
Employment terms in accordance with the GGZ collective bargaining agreement
In addition to 8.33% vacation pay, an end-of-year bonus of 8.33%
Travel allowance and opportunities for professional development.
A 7-month contract with the possibility of extension or permanent employment.
Interested?
Has reading this job posting sparked your interest? Then please apply—we’re curious to learn more about you and what you have to offer. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter (this can be in any format besides a letter, such as a video), by July 15 at 9:00 a.m. and include the subject line Coordinator IZ Psychiatric Buddys to sollicitatie@deregenboog.org, for the attention of Susan Aukema, Head of HR.
Interviews will take place during the week of July 20.
Do you have any questions or concerns? Please contact Charlotte Goede, Informal Care Program Coordinator, at 0651199869 or cgoede@deregenboog.org.
Do you need any specific accommodations during the application process? Please let us know!
Interested in working at De Regenboog Groep?
At De Regenboog, we work together to create a city where there’s a place for everyone. Different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthen our work, which is why we consciously and actively build a diverse team and an inclusive organization.
Do you feel you don’t fully meet the job requirements, but believe you can still make a valuable contribution with your expertise? Then we strongly encourage you to apply.
Read here to learn more about working at De Regenboog Groep!