Hospice Volunteer Coordinator

3Hc Home Health & Hospice Care - Wilson, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Wilson, NC

Social Assistance

About the position

The Hospice Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, screening, and interviewing applicants to fulfill the volunteer needs of hospice patients. This role involves planning and executing volunteer recruitment and training, maintaining volunteer records, and improving volunteer retention. The coordinator also organizes recognition events and promotes public awareness of hospice programs.

Responsibilities

• Create positive experiences for internal and external customers, displaying courtesy and knowledge of services.
• Plan, organize, and execute volunteer recruitment and training to meet patient and office needs.
• Organize and implement annual volunteer recognition events and keep volunteers informed of upcoming needs.
• Continuously improve volunteer operations, decrease turnover, and streamline training processes.
• Maintain volunteer hours and ensure needs are met across all office locations.
• Maintain contact with hospice social workers and community church leaders to meet volunteer needs.
• Attend area college career fairs for recruiting volunteers.
• Promote public awareness of hospice programs through various media and public speaking.
• Assign volunteers to patients within 3 days of request.
• Keep the Social Work Manager informed of departmental issues and progress.
• Send weekly volunteer recruitment reports to the supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in recruiting and interviewing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact pleasantly with staff and the public.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.

Benefits

• Health insurance