Coordinator of Volunteer Services / Hospice

Transitions Hospice - Ohio•Columbus, OH

5d•$20 - $21

About The Position

Grow the Volunteers Who Grow Our Mission At Transitions Hospice, we don't just manage care — we protect dignity, comfort, and the moments that matter most. We've reimagined hospice to be something different: compassionate, unhurried, and built around the whole person. That means cultivating a volunteer community that extends our reach, deepens our impact, and brings an extra layer of human connection to patients and families when they need it most. If you're a people-first organizer who finds purpose in building teams that serve others, this is your role.

Requirements

College degree preferred; high school diploma required
Advanced degree in Human Services or equivalent work experience a plus
2+ years of experience in a healthcare setting; hospice and/or volunteer coordination experience preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care values
Ability to recruit, organize, and manage volunteer personnel for both patient and organizational needs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and inspire volunteers
Highly organized with the ability to manage records, statistics, and program logistics with attention to detail
Genuine compassion for patients, families, and volunteers navigating end-of-life care

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Human Services or equivalent work experience a plus
hospice and/or volunteer coordination experience preferred

Responsibilities

Developing and maintaining a comprehensive volunteer training and orientation program
Recruiting, educating, and selecting volunteers through a minimum of three formal recruitment sessions per year
Establishing volunteer service needs in collaboration with patients, families, caregivers, and the full hospice care team
Supervising and evaluating volunteers in a timely, supportive, and constructive manner
Maintaining current volunteer personnel files and monthly program statistics
Reevaluating and improving the volunteer program on an ongoing basis
Coordinating regular support and education meetings for the volunteer team
Representing Transitions Hospice volunteer services to individuals, community groups, and partner organizations
Participating in budget preparation for program development as needed
Actively participating in quality assessment and performance improvement teams and activities