Coordinator, Volunteer Services
About The Position
Hinds LifeCare, a nonprofit hospice and palliative care organization serving California’s Central Valley, is seeking a Coordinator, Volunteer Services. Under the supervision of the Director of Volunteer Service, this role directs and coordinates volunteer activities, with specific responsibility for Fresno Outpatient Services volunteers and their functions. The coordinator develops, promotes, and maintains volunteer opportunities within the Fresno outpatient volunteer services program and Fresno administrative offices, and attends Interdisciplinary Group Meetings (IDG). The coordinator recruits, interviews, and places volunteer applicants; communicates volunteer policies, procedures, and service standards; and works with volunteers to resolve grievances and encourage cooperation and engagement. The role also organizes and participates in volunteer recognition programs and supports additional agency administrative needs as needed. Hinds LifeCare describes its mission as upholding the dignity of terminally ill people and easing their suffering while supporting loved ones and people who are grieving.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of experience in volunteer activities.
- Ability to function autonomously with flexibility and confidence, and to work in an interdisciplinary team setting.
- Computer proficiency.
- Recent TB, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, and Hep B immunizations.
- Ability to meet physical demands, including pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying items in excess of 15 pounds.
- Reliable transportation and a valid California driver’s license.
- Proof of auto insurance, current auto registration, and an acceptable driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent time management and communication skills.
- Ability to deal with difficult and complex situations.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with administrative and clinical staff.
Responsibilities
- Direct and coordinate volunteer activities under the supervision of the Director of Volunteer Service.
- Supervise and provide direction, coordination, and consultation for Fresno Outpatient Services volunteers and their functions.
- Develop, promote, and maintain volunteer opportunities within the Fresno outpatient volunteer services program and Fresno administrative offices.
- Attend Interdisciplinary Group Meetings (IDG).
- Recruit, interview, and place applicants for volunteer duties.
- Inform volunteers of policies, procedures, and standards of volunteer service.
- Confer with volunteers to resolve grievances and promote cooperation and interest.
- Organize and participate in volunteer recognition programs.
- Support additional agency administrative needs as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Flexible Spending Account.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Life/AD&D insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Credit Union membership.
- Paid Time Off: 24.5 days per year for full-time employees, based on a 40-hour work week.
- Paid mileage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
