Work at Rosie's Place

Rosie's Place offers a wide range of rewarding career opportunities to individuals who are committed to our mission. When you join Rosie’s Place, you become part of a dedicated team that each year offers 12,000 poor and homeless women shelter, sanctuary and support. If you are looking for an internship, please check our Internship Opportunities.

• Major Gift Officer

  Rosie's Place seeks a Major Gift Officer to cultivate and steward relationships with Rosie's Place supporters.

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  Are you looking to apply your development skills at one of the most-highly regarded nonprofits in Boston? Is social justice and the advancement of women important to you? Then you may have a place at Rosie's Place, the first women’s shelter in the United States. What started out as a safe place for poor and homeless women to get a bed and a meal in Boston 44 years ago has grown into a multi-faceted community center serving 12,000 women a year.

  Opportunity: The Major Gift Officer will work closely with the Director of Fundraising and the Fundraising Team to cultivate and steward relationships with Rosie’s Place supporters. The role includes opportunities to fundraise through individual solicitation, special events, volunteer activities, and more. The Fundraising Team is a small, hard-working, collaborative that works together to achieve our annual fundraising goals. And because Rosie’s Place does not accept government funds, the work of the team is vital to the operation of all programs and administration. You can help us to communicate with our donors and bridge the distance between the act of philanthropy and its impact on our mission. And take a look at our generous benefits! If you want to make an impact in the lives of poor and homeless women, we want to invest in you. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity within our organization.

  Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

  Occasional evening and weekend work required as determined by Director.

  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ability to work collaboratively across the organization; develop a deep understanding of the mission, programs, and values of Rosie’s Place
  • Manage a portfolio of individual donors, prospects, and corporate donors.; work both independently as well as collaboratively with other team members
  • Identify, evaluate, and cultivate individuals capable of contributing gifts of at least $1,000 annually
  • Perform any additional duties, including gift processing and acknowledgement support as needed and assigned by the Director of Fundraising
  • Prepare meaningful and effective funding proposals, reports and customized collateral for individual donors, prospects and corporate donors
  • Schedule, manage and attend regular donor meetings
  • Manage all information relating to current major donors and prospects in Raiser’s Edge in a timely manner
  • Attend staff and committee meetings as required and represent Rosie’s Place at networking events
  • Reports directly to the Director of Fundraising.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3-5 years of active solicitation and demonstrated success in major-gifts fundraising with a focus on prospect identification, relationship building, and solicitation
  • Highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced yet collaborative team-oriented environment
  • Demonstrated abilities in planning and/or execution of fundraising and donor cultivation special events
  • Proficient with Raiser’s Edge, MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Advanced knowledge of moves management
  • Demonstrated experience working with volunteers and program staff
  • Superior written and oral communication skills as well as excellent research skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines and the willingness to meet unexpected requests
  • Self-motivated as well as the ability to make independent decisions
  • Strong commitment to the mission of Rosie’s Place and/or knowledge of issues relating to women’s poverty and homelessness

  Salary range: $70,000 to $75,000. 

  Compensation and Benefits 
  We offer a competitive salary and extensive benefits including: 

  • Medical and Dental Insurance (Employee pays 10% of the premium for individual coverage or 20% of the premium for family coverage)
  • Employer paid Life, Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Three weeks paid Vacation per year, to start
  • Twelve paid Holidays per year
  • Twelve paid Sick Days per year
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with 4% Employer Match
  
  

  HOW TO APPLY: A resume and cover letter are required for consideration.  Please email to lmosca@rosiesplace.org and write “Major Gifts Officer” in the subject line of your email. 

  Rosie’s Place is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity. Rosie’s Place strongly encourages people of color, people with disabilities and homeless/formerly homeless people to apply.

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• Public Policy Coordinator

  The Public Policy Coordinator will assist the Public Policy Director in the coordination of Rosie’s Place’s social justice work through legislative analysis, research, writing and advocacy, guest organizing and civic education, and administrative support.

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  KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:

  Legislative analysis, research, writing and advocacy:

  • Collaborate with Public Policy Director to set and implement Rosie’s Place’s policy priorities.
  • Assist with research, literature reviews, policy analysis and writing.
  • Participate in legislative advocacy, including:
    • Collecting stories and preparing testimony/comments on legislative and administrative proposals,
    • Attending hearings and legislative and coalition activities,
    • Creating and editing fact sheets, white papers, presentations, and other documents as needed.
    • Guest organizing and civic education
  • Coordinate public policy activities aimed to engage, educate, and mobilize Rosie’s Place guests around social and economic issues affecting their lives and nurture leaders.
  • Assist guests taking legislative actions.
  • Coordinate voter education and mobilization events at Rosie’s Place and at allied organizations including:
    • Organizing year-round voter registration, trainings, presentations, and events on issues related to social justice, voting, and public policy,
    • Drafting non-partisan voter guides, fliers, and other informational documents as needed,
    • Coordinating candidate and ballot question forums and Get-Out-the-Vote efforts.

  Administrative support:

  • Perform administrative tasks to ensure a smooth and well-functioning office including:
    • Following-up with guests and maintaining Salesforce database
    • Scheduling internal and external meeting
    • Assisting with other duties as needed

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BA in a related field preferred. 1-2 years of related experience in policy, electoral or issue-based campaigns, organizing, and advocacy will be considered in lieu of a BA.
  • Strong writing and communication skills, including strong computer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and telephone skills.
  • Experience in Public Policy, Organizing or Campaign work strongly preferred.
  • Proven ability to work independently and prioritize work.
  • Understanding of and commitment to addressing issues affecting poor and homeless women.
  • Ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds.
  • Creative problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with Massachusetts legislative process and politics.
  • Ability to speak Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Mandarin strongly preferred.

  Reports to the Public Policy Director.

  SALARY:

  $36,000-$42,000 and benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance, paid sick leave, paid holiday, and paid vacations.

  TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume to hr@rosiesplace.org. Please write “Public Policy Coordinator” in the subject line of your email.

• Community Outreach Coordinator (Part-Time)

  The Community Outreach Coordinator will provide strategic support to Rosie’s Place satellite office and the Franklin Field community that is consistent with Rosie’s Place mission, philosophy and policies. Our goal is to assist guests with strengthening self-preservation, independence, empowerment and building community.

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  HOURS:

  20 hours/weekly (Mon-Friday flexible schedule)

   

  RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide administrative support to the Community Collaborative Office. Track classes, workshops and all events in Salesforce database including attendance and other pertinent information.
  • Research other agencies and community organizations that could provide support and beneficial information to the tenants/guests within the community. Maintain updated accurate information on corkboards within the community.
    • Examples include:
      • Cooking Matters
      • Fresh Truck
      • Financial Literacy
      • Cradles to Crayons
      • Mental Health Support
  • Ensure all resource lists such as the Franklin Field Welcome Packet, Weekly Franklin Field Newsletter, and Summer Programs/Activities Guide/Afterschool Programs for Children are updated and accurate.
  • Plan and organize an annual community health fair. Create a timeline for all workshops, groups, classes, events and activities.
  • Conduct outreach to the community by tabling, distributing flyers and door knocking.
  • Attend meetings at Rosie’s Place as well as community meetings to maintain an up-to-date understanding of community resources and to market/promote the Community Collaborative program at Franklin Field.
  • Build relationships within the community through focus groups, 1:1 relational meetings, and other activities. Organize guests the issues they care about and create opportunity for collective action.
  • Provide the community with monthly van runs to local food pantries and quarterly museum visits.
  • Additional duties as assigned by the Community Collaborative Manager.

   

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bilingual Required: Spanish/English
  • Minimum of 1-2 years experience in human services, community outreach, and community organizing.
  • Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, traditions, customs and personalities.
  • Proven ability to work independently, creatively, flexibly and prioritize within a high demand environment and a team player.
  • Strong communication, computer proficiency and keen organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Salesforce).
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
  • Report directly to the Community Collaborative Manager.

   

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Job is performed in a general community/office environment
  • Day-to-day work includes paper and computer work as well as interaction with staff, guests and volunteers
  • The position requires travel between facilities and community locations
  • Occasional evening work-related events

   

  REPORTS TO: Community Collaborative Manager

  SALARY: $17 - $19/hour

  JOB TYPE: Part-Time

  HOW TO APPLY: Email resume and cover letter to: hr@rosiesplace.org. Please write “Community Outreach Coordinator @ FF” in the subject line of your email.

  Rosie’s Place is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity. Rosie’s Place strongly encourages people of color, people with disabilities and homeless/formerly homeless people to apply.

   

• Advocate/In-Kind Donation Coordinator

  Rosie's Place seeks an addition to the Advocacy Team to coordinate daily activities and operations of clothing and in-kind donations to Rosie’s Place and provide one-to-one advocacy, information and referral to appropriate resources, consistent with Rosie’s Place mission, philosophy and policies.

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  Rosie’s Place, a sanctuary for poor and homeless women, offers emergency and long-term assistance to women who have nowhere else to turn. Founded in 1974, Rosie’s Place welcomes each guest with respect and unconditional love.

  Rosie’s Place accepts no government funds, and relies instead on committed volunteers and private supporters to accomplish its effective and innovative work.

  HOURS: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 3:30pm

  OBJECTIVE: 

  Half of this position will entail providing one-to-one advocacy, information, and referral to appropriate resources, consistent with Rosie’s Place mission, philosophy, and policies. The other half of the position will be coordinating daily activities and operations of clothing and in-kind donations to Rosie’s Place. Support the Advocacy Team in achieving its mission to provide capable, effective and compassionate advocacy and support to all women who request it.

  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  Advocacy:

  • Support guests by helping meet their needs as individually identified by them. Encourage self-sufficiency, responsibility, and independence.
  • Meet with Rosie’s Place guests one-on-one, and provide assistance with accessing services, resources and referrals for needs such as: transportation, emergency clothes, food pantries, DTA and other governmental offices, emergency shelter, housing and other community resources.
  • Provide information and referrals to services offered on-site, by both Rosie’s Place programs and other allied partners.
  • Maintain an up-to-date understanding of community resources as well as current regulations and requirements for obtaining public benefits, housing and other services.
  • Assess and assist guests in prioritizing their needs and forming realistic action plans.
  • Maintain accurate guest records in our electronic database. Ensure confidentiality when handling all aspects of guests’ information.
  • Maintain high level of knowledge about current guests.
  • Participate in weekly program meetings, as well as monthly staff meetings.
  • Intervene in crises or emergencies in a dignified and respectful manner.
  • Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Advocacy Manager.

  Donations:

  • Open and sort donations of clothing and miscellaneous items; assess items according to need and condition.
  • Stock emergency closets, and ensure the cleanliness and organization of the area.
  • Stock front desk cabinet with underwear’s and socks as needed.
  • Prepare excess clothing for removal by the Garment District or other vendor. 
  • Oversee operations and volunteers to sort and stock clothing.
  • Complete donor receipts upon request.
  • Complete ordering and purchasing for items as needed. Track spending within clothing budget line.
  • Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Advocacy Manager or Assistant Manager.
  • Report directly to the Assistant Manager.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bilingual strongly preferred but not required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human or 2 years of experience in the field.
  • Minimum two years experience in counseling and/or advocacy.
  • Experience with crisis intervention regarding homelessness, mental health, and/or substance abuse. 
  • Understanding of and commitment to addressing issues affecting poor and homeless women.
  • Ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds.
  • Proven ability to work flexibly and creatively within a highly stressful and challenging environment.

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Day-to-day work includes paper and computer work as well as interaction with staff, guests, and volunteers.
  • Ability to lift 40 plus pounds.
  • Periods of frequent, sitting, walking; moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly moving from one work site to another.

   

  POSITION SALARY: $38,000-$42,000

  HOW TO APPLY:

  Email cover letter and resume to: hr@rosiesplace.org Please write “Advocate and In- Kind Donations Coordinator” in the subject line of your email.

  Rosie’s Place is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity. Rosie’s Place strongly encourages people of color, people with disabilities and homeless/formerly homeless people to apply.

Relief Staff Positions

Rosie’s Place is seeking individuals to work as relief staff on an as-needed basis. All relief staff persons receive $12 per hour. If hired, you will receive paid training to work in one or more of the following positions:

• Relief Staff - Overnight Program Advocate 

  Objective: To provide a safe and supportive atmosphere for twenty Overnight Program guests.

  Key Responsibilities: Provide a safe and welcoming environment for guests; maintain guest confidentiality and observe professional boundaries; restock program supplies and complete housekeeping tasks; enter a complete account of each shift in a daily log; resolve all conflicts in a calm and respectful manner; and any other duties as assigned by the Overnight Manager.

  Qualifications: Minimum of two years direct service experience with people of diverse backgrounds; reliable, dependable, confident, quick-thinking, adaptable and able to cope with stress; and good written and verbal skills and basic computer skills.

• Relief Staff - Front Desk Coordinator 

  Objective: To provide a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for guests and visitors entering Rosie’s Place and to act as an effective liaison for guests seeking to access services.

  Key Responsibilities: Greet guests and visitors at the main entrance; answer telephones; receive mail and packages; file and check mail for guests and take phone messages; copy, fax and use postage machine; make laundry appointments and hand out shower kits; act as an effective liaison for guests seeking all services, and monitor guest areas and resolve conflicts in a respectful manner.

  Qualifications: Good written and verbal skills; ability to handle multiple tasks at once; comfortable working with diverse groups of people; adaptable, energetic and able to cope with stress; one year direct service with diverse populations preferred, and high school diploma or equivalent.

• Relief Staff - Dining Room Coordinator 

  Objective: To efficiently prepare and serve lunch and/or dinner for up to 150 women and children while at the same time maintaining a welcoming, safe and nurturing environment.

  Key Responsibilities: Prepare and serve entire meals for guests; perform cleanup duties; supervise the tasks of volunteers; maintain health department regulations; stock food and supplies, and maintain the safety and well being of guests and volunteers.

  Qualifications: One year experience in the food service industry; ability to lift up to 50lbs and ability to work in a multicultural setting with people of diverse backgrounds, traditions, customs and personalities.

If interested in any of the above relief positions, please download the PDF application form, open in an Adobe reader, fill it out and email it to cpaul@rosiesplace.org. Make sure to put “Relief Staff Application” in the subject heading of your email. We will review your application and contact you if we believe you are a strong candidate for a position. No phone calls please.