What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Coordinator Hospice position at Aurora Health Care?
Major Responsibilities
- Establishes goals and implements strategies for the recruitment, retention and recognition of volunteers.
- Recruits and screens volunteers to participate in the hospice volunteer program.
- Coordinates volunteer recruitment activities through contact with community organizations.
- Develops, implements and conducts hospice volunteer orientation and training program for all new volunteers and conducts in-service education programs for all Hospice volunteers in accordance with the hospice Conditions of Participation.
- Coordinates the placement of volunteers in various aspects of the hospice program as requested by the hospice staff.
- Communicates with the hospice patient and family members about the availability, use, and benefits of utilizing a volunteer when appropriate
- Maintains up-to-date volunteer database including volunteer lists, availability, and assignments.
- Supervises and evaluate all volunteer staff involved in the hospice program.
- Ensures documentation of interactions between the volunteer and the patients to coordinate care, maintain time and service records. Provides reports and supporting documentation of volunteer activities needed to meet the 5% minimum standard outlined in the Conditions of Participation.
- Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team to effectively assess and coordinate patient plan of care. Assists in the development of services, resources and programs along with appropriate policies and protocol.
- A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.
- Associate's Degree in Business, or
- Associate's Degree in Classical Humanities, or
- Associate's Degree in Communications, or
- Associate's Degree in Health Care Administration.
- Typically requires 2 years of experience in hospice, volunteer work, healthcare, or leadership role.
- Knowledge in program development and management.
- Knowledge in group activity and related program services.
- Excellent communication (oral and written) skills, including public speaking.
- Must possess and provide proof of a valid Wisconsin Driver License and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance coverage.
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods in order to analyze and prepare information.
- Must have the physical agility to move about in confined spaces, including bending, kneeling, squatting and occasionally reaching one or both arms over the head.
- Must be able to concentrate on minute detail with frequent interruptions.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
Salary : $24 - $36