Blood Donor Recruitment Specialist

South Bend Medical Foundation - South Bend, IN

Part-time - Entry Level

South Bend, IN

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

As a Blood Donor Recruitment Specialist, you will play a crucial role in increasing the blood donor base for the South Bend Medical Foundation. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about helping others and understand the importance of blood donation. Your primary responsibility will be to recruit blood donors and set up mobile blood drives, which involves engaging with the community and promoting the benefits of blood donation. You will work primarily Monday through Friday during the day shift, but there may be occasional weekend work required to meet the needs of the organization. In this role, you will be expected to utilize your excellent communication skills to effectively interact with potential donors, coordinators, and other staff members. You will need to be highly organized and self-directed, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. Your ability to represent the South Bend Medical Foundation in a pleasing and memorable way will be essential, as you will be asking groups to host blood drives and handling any rejections with professionalism. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and prior experience in donor recruitment, fundraising, or sales. Familiarity with word processing and presentation software, as well as social media platforms, is also necessary to effectively promote blood donation initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community by increasing awareness and participation in blood donation efforts.

Responsibilities

• Recruit blood donors and set up mobile blood drives.
• Increase the number and frequency of blood drives.
• Communicate effectively with coordinators, donors, media, and staff members.
• Represent South Bend Medical Foundation professionally at all times.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage time effectively.
• Promote the benefits of blood donation to the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Prior donor recruitment experience preferred.
• Experience in fundraising or sales is a plus.
• Strong time management skills.
• Highly organized and self-directed work habits.
• Effective communication skills, both in person and over the phone.
• Outgoing personality that is pleasing and memorable.
• Ability to handle rejections professionally and positively.
• Valid driver's license and use of own automobile for job responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of word processing and presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with social media platforms.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in community outreach or public relations.
• Knowledge of blood donation processes and importance.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance