Volunteer Coordinator

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Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Role:

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supervising all patient care volunteer activities. Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and acts as a liaison between staff, community, and volunteers.

Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Minimum of two (2) years' experience in volunteer coordination, preferably in a health care setting • One (1) year supervisory experience strongly preferred • Strong demonstrated capabilities in networking with community resources, and strong knowledge of such resources • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) including face-to-face, telephone, and correspondence • Strength in attention to detail and organizational skills • Program development and implementation skills • Must be able to interact successfully with clients, families and other agencies to present a positive and professional image • Bi-lingual preferred • Previous experience in health care and/or social services setting preferred • Excellent telephone and computer skills • Mobile Driver - Valid Florida driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy • Ability to travel in community • Ability to take initiative and work independently Competencies: • Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position. Responsibilities of all employees: • Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. • Demonstrates high ethical standards in areas of hospice mission and confidentiality, as well as display sensitivity to family needs. • Complies with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. • Complies with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. • Observes the Company's health, safety and security practices. • Maintains the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. • Uses resources in a fiscally responsible manner. • Promotes the Company through participation in community and professional organizations. • Participates proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. • Improves own professional knowledge and skill level. • Advances electronic media skills. • Supports Company research and educational activities. • Shares expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. • Participates in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Job Responsibilities: • Meets standards of practice of the Volunteer Services Department. • Recruits volunteers through community networking activities and marketing efforts. • Screens potential volunteers through intake calls and interviews, and in training. • Trains, assigns, supervises and evaluates patient/family care volunteers as well as volunteers for events, Speakers Bureau, administrative support and various other roles. • Participates in the development and implementation of programs which enhance the morale and effectiveness of volunteers, volunteer newsletter, volunteer in-services, support programs and annual volunteer recognition. • Participates in volunteer-related special events, committees and task force groups. • Maintains records of volunteers, ensuring that all file requirements are met and kept current. • Serves as a liaison between team members and volunteers on the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG). • Performs other duties as assigned.