Volunteer Coordinator oversees the recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling of volunteer workers. Ensures that the activities of the volunteer workers meet the needs of the organization. Being a Volunteer Coordinator may require a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Volunteer Coordinator typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed.
Volunteer Coordinator Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares, completes and submits department reports as required. Maintains department records in accordance with designated requirements;
- Recognizes the accomplishments of volunteers through a variety of formal and informal means Promotes programs with a positive attitude;
- Acts as a liaison between volunteers and NLCS; keeps volunteers up to date on procedures, new services, changes to the program, etc;
- Complies with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, regulations and requirements as well as facility specific policies and procedures;
- Develops orientation and in-service training volunteers;
- Works cooperatively with churches, schools, corporations, volunteer organizations and human service agencies in the community;
- Skills;
- Recruit, interview and select volunteers;
- Assign volunteers to service on the basis of program needs and the volunteers’ interests;
- Coordinates volunteer staffing requests for community needs;
- Facilitate community awareness and support of Hospice volunteer program;
- Ensures volunteer are in compliance with applicable requirements including background and reference checks, orientation attendance, etc;
- Maintain record-keeping system which includes services delivered and actual;
- Design and supervise the orientation and training of volunteers;
- Plans and leads scheduled recreational activities for residents.
Requirements:
- Strong command of English language, both written and verbal; excellent and enthusiastic presenter to groups of people;
- Experience coordinating volunteer programs, marketing or public relations;
- Experience working with the elderly, long term care and/or healthcare;
- Knowledge of volunteer and internship laws and policies;
- 2 years’ experience in a hospice / home care related field;
- Self-starter, initiating activities within the framework provided/developed with minimal supervision;
- Knowledge of basic animal behavior;
- Previous experience in an animal shelter or related field;
- Ability and desire to work in a fast paced, changing environment;
- Have a highschool diploma or equivalent or higher;
- Proven experience working with the public, developing and maintaining excellent relationships to support goals/mission;
- Must be 18 years or older;
- Must be able to stand for long periods and lift 50+ pounds;
- Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills with attention to detail;
- Able to navigate shelter software.