Volunteer Coordinator

We are searching for a volunteer coordinator. Someone who will coordinate and supervise the corps of volunteers at the Hospital, including interviewing, placing the volunteers in appropriate service assignments in the hospital and off-site locations.

Think you've got what it takes?

• H.S. Diploma or GED Experience required.
• 2 years' experience related to volunteer services required.
• An associate or bachelor’s Degree may be substituted for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Event Coordination experience preferred.

• Places volunteers in appropriate positions according to established procedures set forth by Hospital and departmental policies and procedures and Joint Commission requirements.
• Interviews volunteers.
• Places volunteers in appropriate assignments.
• Responsible for ensuring that criminal background checks are completed for all volunteers.
• Follows up when necessary and maintains information in secure file according to Joint Commission guidelines.
• Orients volunteers and schedules training for volunteers.
• Ensure the satisfaction of volunteers and hospital staff.
li>Interacts with hospital staff to ensure that they receive volunteers that match the departments’ needs.
• Maintains open communication with volunteer preceptors to ensure successful placements and respond to staff comments/concerns/suggestions as they arise.
• Interacts with volunteers throughout their assignment to ensure their satisfaction and placement in areas/positions that match their interests and skills sets.
• Supervises and advises volunteers so that they may better understand what is expected of them and may better perform their jobs.
• Ensures volunteer needs are met throughout the volunteer experience. T
• Acts as a liaison between staff and volunteers as needed to resolve any issues that may arise.
• Counsels' volunteers as needed and documents each incident and files accordingly.
• Performs essential administrative functions and other duties as assigned.