Hospice Volunteer Coordinator: Lead Community Impact

Chapters Health System; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 27,923 - 41,562; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System in Falls Church, VA seeks a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator to organize and supervise patient care volunteers. You will serve on the Interdisciplinary Group and liaise between staff, community partners, and volunteers to deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes outreach, training, and program development, requiring strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to travel in the community as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or 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
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) including face-to-face, telephone, and correspondence
• Bi-lingual preferred
• Excellent telephone and computer skills
• Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy
• Ability to travel in community
• Ability to take initiative and work independently

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Networking with community resources

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Chapters Health System in Falls Church, VA seeks a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator to organize and supervise patient care volunteers. You will serve on the Interdisciplinary Group and liaise between staff, community partners, and volunteers to deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes outreach, training, and program development, requiring strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to travel in the community as needed.