Volunteer Coordinator - Hospice jobs in Allentown, PA

Our Company

Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

We’re looking for a Bereavement Coordinator - Volunteer Coordinator to join our team.

You will report directly to the Executive Director or Administrator. You’ll be responsible for identifying the bereavement needs and providing the highest quality service to meet those needs.

• You’ll be providing bereavement needs to families, staff and volunteers
• You’ll be gathering information to develop the family bereavement service needs
• You’ll maximize family access to resources including volunteers, groups, and referrals
• You’ll be supervising all volunteer activity in the local area of service
• You’ll be recruiting, training and retaining volunteers

About You

• High School graduate degree or equivalent required.
• Undergraduate degree in human service field preferred.
• Graduate degree preferred if providing counseling.
• Evidence of training in the areas of life-threatening and chronic illness, grief and loss required.

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

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