What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Coordinator position at Empath Health?
Empath Health is seeking a detail-oriented Volunteer Coordinator to join our Hospice of Marion County team in Ocala, FL.
The Volunteer Coordinator has primary responsibility for recruiting, training, placing, supervising and supporting volunteers and for meeting the volunteer needs of patients, families and the organization. This volunteer coordinator will also work with our Veterans Program.
What You'll Do
- Expand the organization’s volunteer program, including the recruitment, training, placement, supervision and support of volunteers, in collaboration with the Manager of Volunteer Services.
- Educate, monitor and ensure that volunteer practice is in compliance with organization’s policies and procedures, and upholds compliance standards. Ensures compliance with regulatory and certifying bodies (Medicare, AHCA, Joint Commission) within team.
- Within the IDG, promote volunteer involvement, generate volunteer requests, complete required documentation and communicate with team the outcome of the request in verbal or written report.
- Demonstrate teaching/training skills appropriate for all levels of learners. Facilitate volunteer training classes.
- Plan and host volunteer appreciation and support activities.
- Evening or weekend hours may be required.
- Other duties as required by supervisor or department as the volunteer program grows and changes.
Why Join Empath Health?
- Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
- Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
- Industry-Leading PTO: 5 weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
- Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
- Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
What You'll Need
- Education and/or Experience: 4 year college degree preferred; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience as a volunteer coordinator preferred.
- Intermediate computer skills required, experience with Volgistics and EMR software preferred.
- Organizational skills, flexibility and the ability to manage multiple tasks required.
- Public speaking/presentation/training facilitation experience preferred.
- Internal and external customer service oriented.
- Previous experience in a health care or non-profit agency preferred.
- Must have reliable transportation to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance, a copy will be placed in their employee file.
What You'll Find at Empath Health
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.