Volunteer Coordinator

Company: AMOREM
Location: Valdese
Posted on: November 7, 2024

Job Description:

Description: Coordinate the Hospice volunteer program Requirements: EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, social service, public relations or related field
• Two years experience in human services field
• Experience working with volunteers preferred
• Active client contacts within the past two yearsKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
  • Knowledge of and commitment to the hospice philosophy of care
  • Ability to work on an interdisciplinary team
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Ability to work well with others in a supervisory role
  • Willingness to work with patients/families regardless of race, color, creed, age or sexual orientation. Must respect their beliefs and philosophy with an attitude of openness and receptivenessTRAINING-Initial And Ongoing:
    • Complete Hospice volunteer/staff training program
    • Complete Hospice orientation program
    • Obtain eight hours of continuing education per year, including mandatory safety in-service
    • Attend minimum of six staff meetings per yearDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
      • Assist in orienting new team members
      • Participate in quality improvement program
      • Adhere to strict confidentiality
      • Adhere to safety policy and practices
      • Complete employee time record accurately per policy
      • Cooperate with all government agencies and outside auditors
      • Assist with updating policies and procedures as appropriate
      • Complete annual TB screening
      • Assure all license, certifications, continuing education information and any other required documentation are submitted to human resources and kept current
      • Maintain up-to-date documentation required and specified in Hospice policy and procedure
      • Perform other duties assigned by supervisor
      • Coordinate program for recruiting, screening, training, assigning and evaluating volunteers
      • Assist with organizing and conducting volunteer/staff training programs on a regular basis
      • Develop and implement appropriate continuing education programs for volunteers
      • Provide on-going support and encouragement for all volunteers to enhance participation
      • Develop new and improved roles of services for volunteers
      • Provide messages/reminders through Phonetree System
      • Coordinate publication of monthly activity calendars and newsletters for volunteers/chaplains
      • Supervise volunteers and assure adherence to all policies and procedures
      • Participate in Hospice staff development and information exchange with other health professionals
      • Act as a resource person for both internal and community organizations
      • Complete all patient/family volunteer assignments as specified in policy and procedures
      • Act as liaison between volunteer and staff
      • Schedule volunteers to assist with special projects
      • Coordinate annual volunteer recognition event
      • Assist bereavement coordinator with planning volunteer roles in annual memorial service
      • Maintain volunteer personnel files in accordance with policy
      • Maintain accurate records of all volunteer hours
      • Review volunteer section of monthly cost report
      • Participate in coordination of annual Unifour volunteer conference
      • Complete volunteer award nominations
      • Be available daily to provide direction to volunteer support specialist
      • Review timesheets for accuracy and approve
      • Coordinate continuing education for volunteer staff
      • Complete reports and other statistical data as requested
      • Interview, hire and supervise volunteer support specialist
      • Complete direct report required performance evaluations with clinical competency evaluationsPHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
        • Visual acuity to read written documentation and computer tasks
        • Speech and hearing skills necessary for telephone interaction and face to face contact
        • Ability to sit as required to perform duties
        • Ability to stand, bend and lift an average of 30 pounds
        • Manual dexterity with the ability to manipulate office equipment and complete written documentation
        • Ability to walk, squat, kneel, climb and balanceSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
          • Must have an automobile with required insurance coverage and a state driver's license
            
            
            
            
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Keywords: AMOREM, Greenville , Volunteer Coordinator, Other , Valdese, South Carolina