Coordinator Volunteer Services- Part time (20 hrs/week)- DC

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Coordinator for Volunteer Services to lead recruitment and management of volunteers. This role emphasizes community engagement, ensuring compliance with standards, and maintaining an effective volunteer database. The ideal candidate will implement strategic plans, troubleshoot operational challenges, and foster a supportive environment for volunteers. If you are passionate about community service and have a knack for organization and leadership, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in volunteer services or community engagement.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, training, and management of volunteers.
• Oversee donations and community support initiatives.

Skills

Volunteer Management

Community Engagement

Training and Development

Operational Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Volunteer Database Management Software

Job description

Children's National is seeking an innovative change-agent in the Volunteer Services department to coordinate the supervision, recruitment, and retention efforts of our organization-wide volunteer services initiative. The Coordinator Volunteer Service will be responsible for recruiting, orienting, training, and managing Children's National volunteers. They will foster community support, oversee donations, and coordinate hospital tours, patient activities, and special events. Ensuring compliance with all Joint Commission standards and Children's National policies, they will certify that the volunteer database remains up-to-date and an effective tool for ongoing communication and statistics for the annual report. The Coordinator Volunteer Services will implement strategic plans through managing department operations, troubleshooting operational issues, and developing action plans. They will work with the Manager to develop, implement, and evaluate weekend services, programs, policies, procedures, and performance standards to meet departmental goals.