Volunteer Services Coordinator - Hospice

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospital network as a Volunteer Services Coordinator in Hospice, overseeing volunteer recruitment, training, and support to enhance patient care. The role involves implementing quality improvement initiatives and coordinating hospice-related programs, making a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 3 years management and/or supervision experience required.
• Knowledge of medical and psychosocial aspects of care appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers.
• Coordinate training and recognition programs for hospice services.
• Conduct evaluations of volunteers and prepare reports.

Skills

Training

Recruitment

Communication

Data Management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Sociology, Human Services, or related field

Tools

MS Word

Job description

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Volunteer Services Coordinator - Hospice

Apply locations Allentown, PA time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR123698

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

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VOLUNTEER SERVICES COORDINATOR - HOSPICE

FULL TIME DAYS

Summary
Recruits, screens, trains, assigns, and supervises volunteers to meet hospice patient/family requests. Provides hospice-specific orientation in patients' homes and in the in-patient unit. Coordinates participation in health fairs and other hospice-related programs.

Job Duties

• Oversees recruitment, orientation, training, retention, and evaluation of volunteers.
• Identifies and facilitates outcome-based quality improvement initiatives to improve volunteer programs and services.
• Conducts field evaluations of volunteers providing support and feedback based on evaluation of patient visits.
• Coordinates and/or participates in recognition events in support of hospice services.
• Develops and implements training and support programs and materials for volunteer programs.
• Develops support activities including support groups, education and in-services, and recognition activities.
• Coordinates the planning and enhancement of initiatives to increase utilization of volunteers.
• Supervises preparation and maintenance of volunteer reports and statistics.
• Develops and writes patient care plans as they relate to volunteer duties on IPU and in Hospice home program.
• Oversees collection, storage, and retrieval of volunteer data.
• Provides assigned volunteers with updates regarding pertinent changes in both psychosocial and medical aspects of care.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3 years Management and or supervision.
• Knowledge and ability to extract key data elements from LVHN data systems and software programs, including MS Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Sociology, Human Services, Social Services, or related field

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

2024 Lehigh St

Primary Location:

Allentown - 2024 Lehigh Street

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Department:

1004-08014 Hospice Volunteer - LVHSO

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