Volunteer Coordinator - Meaningful Hospice Impact

Legacy Hospice, Inc.; Fredericktown (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Competitive pay and benefits

Supportive culture

Education and growth opportunities

Impact on patients' lives

Job summary

Legacy Hospice, Inc. in Fredericktown, MO is seeking a compassionate Volunteer Coordinator to lead the volunteer program. You will recruit, train, and support volunteers who assist patients and families, while building community relationships and coordinating care plans with the team.

The role requires attire for community events, evenings/weekends, and compliance with regulatory standards. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and prior hospice experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Humanities or Liberal Arts preferred).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in hospice, home health, or similar healthcare field preferred.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or volunteer management experience preferred.
• Proven ability to coordinate programs and build community relationships.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and flex hours for community events (including evenings/weekends).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.
• Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Pre-employment drug screening is required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and supervise hospice volunteers (patient-facing and administrative).
• Conduct volunteer orientations and maintain personnel files.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and develop volunteer care plans based on patient needs.
• Match patients and caregivers with appropriate volunteers and coordinate ongoing assignments.
• Utilize online platforms and social media to enhance volunteer recruitment.
• Track volunteer hours and maintain documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure monthly 5% volunteer cost savings goal is met or exceeded.
• Act as a public liaison, attending community events, building partnerships, and promoting hospice services.
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement initiatives.
• Provide compassionate education and support to patients and their families.
• Maintain professional development and participate in required trainings.

Skills

Volunteer recruitment

Supervisory experience

Community relations

Organizational skills

Communication

MS Office

Digital tools

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Digital communication tools

Job description

Legacy Hospice, Inc. in Fredericktown, MO is seeking a compassionate Volunteer Coordinator to lead the volunteer program. You will recruit, train, and support volunteers who assist patients and families, while building community relationships and coordinating care plans with the team.

The role requires attire for community events, evenings/weekends, and compliance with regulatory standards. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and prior hospice experience is beneficial.