Hospice Volunteer Coordinator

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN EMPLOYEE-CENTERED, PATIENT FOCUSED LOCALLY OWNED HOSPICE? We are an EMPLOYEE-CENTERED, PATIENT FOCUSED LOCALLY OWNED organization that is offering a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and their families during challenging times. Our hospice agency is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to patients and their loved ones as they navigate the journey towards the end of life. We are seeking compassionate individuals who share our commitment to providing comfort, dignity, and quality of life to those in need. If you're passionate about offering holistic care and creating a supportive environment, we invite you to explore the opportunities available within our hospice agency. Join Guiding Light Hospice today in making a difference every day.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing all volunteer program activities in the organization.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain volunteer training and orientation program.
2. Recruits, educates, and selects volunteers from at least three (3) recruitment sessions a year.
3. Establish a need for volunteer services with the patient and family/caregiver and entire hospice team.
4. Supervise and evaluate volunteers in a timely and appropriate manner.
5. Maintains monthly statistics.
6. Maintains current personnel files.
7. Reevaluate volunteer program as necessary.
8. Coordinate support/education meetings.
9. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.
10. Provides information to individuals and community groups about hospice volunteer services.
11. Participates as needed in the budget preparation for program development.
12. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
13. Accepts and performs other related duties and responsibilities.

Position Qualifications

1. College degree, advanced degree in human services preferred.
2. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a health care setting.  Hospice and/or volunteer experience preferred.
3. Ability to supervise, coordinate, and evaluate volunteer services.
4. Understands hospice philosophy.
5. Ability to organize and develop volunteer hospice personnel for both patient and organizational needs.
6. Ability to manage a group of individuals providing volunteer time and who will be considered employees.