Match Support Specialist – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area (BBBSBA) – Milpitas, CA

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area is a dynamic mentoring agency that matches adult volunteers with children who need and/or want a mentor. We are seeking a full-time Match Support Specialist to support a full caseload of matches. This position has the primary responsibility of monitoring the match relationship and checking-in with all parties to maintain the highest of child safety standards and with helping to promote a long-term and impactful match relationship. If you want to work alongside a great group of co-workers in a professional, yet relaxed, agency environment… serving 5 Bay Area Counties (Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara Counties), then please read below on how to apply.

This is a permanent, full time position with a starting salary of $38.5 – $40k, a great benefit package, flexible daytime, evening, and occasional weekend hours. The position is located primarily in our Milpitas office, with some work required at our Redwood Shores office, and requires occasional travel within our 5 county region.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences required.
Bilingual (English-Spanish) required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Must have access to a vehicle, valid driver’s license, and meet state of California-required automobile insurance minimums.
Must pass criminal background check.

Pluses:
Previous experience with child and/or adult relationship dynamics; professional familiarity with child development issues; family function/dysfunction; and interpersonal communication.

Required Skills and Abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills; high-level relationship development comprehension; comfortable in multicultural environment; ability to maintain confidentiality throughout daily operations; ability to effectively collaborate with other staff and community partners; able to use time effectively and work independently; comfortable with high performance standards.

BBBS of the Bay Area is an equal opportunity employer.

How to apply

If interested, please email resume with a cover letter addressing your interest and experience relevant to the position to projects@bbbsba.org. Due to the high volume of responses anticipated, we will only respond to candidates who are under consideration. No phone calls, please.

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