Volunteer Coordinator

Penn Medicine; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator to enhance its hospice services. This role involves planning, recruiting, and managing volunteer programs, ensuring a seamless connection between volunteers and clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and supervisory skills, with a commitment to providing compassionate support to families and volunteers alike. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation in patient care, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the community. If you are passionate about service and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in hospice volunteer coordination and supervision is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer hospice volunteer programs and services.
• Schedule volunteer services and maintain records.
• Assist in recruiting and training volunteers.

Skills

Volunteer Coordination

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

1+ years Hospice Volunteer experience

1+ years Supervisory experience

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Job Title:

Volunteer Coordinator

Department:

Wissahickon Patient Services

Entity:

Penn Medicine at Home

Hours/Shift:

8:30am-5pm, Monday - Friday, occasional weekends

Summary:

• Assists with planning, coordinating, recruiting, and administering Hospice volunteer programs and services.

Responsibilities:

• Receives requests for services. Schedules and maintains calendar of volunteer services delivered. Reviews assignments as appropriate with nurse manager and staff.
• Participates with the interdisciplinary team (IDT), nurse manager, and primary nurse in coordinating volunteer services.
• Serves as a liaison among hospice clients, families, volunteers, and the hospice interdisciplinary team.
• Attends hospice department team meetings regularly to assess client needs and provides feedback to hospice IDT and volunteers.
• Links bereavement volunteers with the surviving family members for bereavement support.
• Assists with the recruitment, orientation, and training of all volunteers.
• Maintains records of hospice volunteer hours and visits made. Maintains monthly and annual statistical reports of volunteer activity.
• Provides supervision, evaluation, and support for all volunteers.
• Participates in the organization and planning of community events related to the hospice department.

Credentials:

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• 1+ years Hospice Volunteer experience
• 1+ years Supervisory experience

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, or any other status protected by law.