The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supervising all patient care volunteer activities. The role 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 of 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 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
- Demonstrate high ethical standards in areas of hospice mission and confidentiality, and display sensitivity to family needs
- Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse
- Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices
- Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices
- Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company
- Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner
- Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations
- Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels
- Improve own professional knowledge and skill level
- Advance electronic media skills
- Support Company research and educational activities
- Share expertise with co‑workers both formally and informally
- Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position
Job Responsibilities
- Meet standards of practice of the Volunteer Services Department
- Recruit volunteers through community networking activities and marketing efforts
- Screen potential volunteers through intake calls and interviews, and during training
- Train, assign, supervise and evaluate patient/family care volunteers as well as volunteers for events, Speakers Bureau, administrative support and various other roles
- Participate in the development and implementation of programs which enhance the morale and effectiveness of volunteers, including volunteer newsletter, volunteer in‑services, support programs and annual volunteer recognition
- Participate in volunteer‑related special events, committees and task force groups
- Maintain records of volunteers, ensuring that all file requirements are met and kept current
- Serve as a liaison between team members and volunteers on the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG)
- Perform other duties as assigned
Compensation Pay Range: $20.27 - $30.17
All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are required to consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, and to continue compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.