Volunteer Coordinator - (Akron, OH)

OverviewJOB SUMMARY The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, coordinating, training, selecting, supervising and retaining volunteer services committed to the philosophy, goals and objectives of the hospice concept. This is accomplished by recruitment efforts in the community, scheduling and facilitating training, assigning volunteers to specific patients and/or facilities representing volunteers regularly with the Interdisciplinary Team, monitoring patient records and mentoring the volunteers through phone contact and ongoing training opportunities. POSITION DUTIES Interfaces with the Director of Hospice to aid in the overall development and enhancement of the volunteer program and in developing and conducting a continuing program for recruiting, training, and retention of volunteers. Assures a sufficient number of volunteers to consistently provide service time equal to no less than 5% of direct care hours. Supervises and establishes goals and objectives with and for the volunteer program.