Coordinator - Volunteer Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Halifax, NS

1d•CA$33 - CA$38•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator Volunteer Services is responsible for recruitment, training, engagement, and coordination of volunteers for the Camp Hill Veteran’s Memorial Building in accordance with the standards outlined in the Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement. The coordinator works collaboratively with Nova Scotia Health staff, stakeholders and affiliate community groups to support managers, staff and volunteers. The coordinator is responsible for coordinating service delivery to enhance the quality of life for patients, residents, clients and staff of Nova Scotia Health across a wide range of programs and services, while responding to the demographic, generational, cultural, health and Zone needs, as well as challenges inherent in volunteerism.

Requirements

Two (2) year Community College Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of two (2) years of recent and relevant experience in volunteer coordination/engagement is required
Demonstrate a high degree of focus, professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conduct interviews with potential volunteers
Ability to provide advice, consultation, support, assistance and guidance on a regular basis
Supervisory skills and leadership qualities

Nice To Haves

Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA) preferred with a commitment to obtain within five years
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

Recruitment, training, engagement, and coordination of volunteers for the Camp Hill Veteran’s Memorial Building.
Working collaboratively with Nova Scotia Health staff, stakeholders and affiliate community groups to support managers, staff and volunteers.
Coordinating service delivery to enhance the quality of life for patients, residents, clients and staff of Nova Scotia Health across a wide range of programs and services.
Responding to demographic, generational, cultural, health and Zone needs, as well as challenges inherent in volunteerism.