Volunteer Coordinator - Hospice jobs in Union, NJ

Overview

The VNA Health Group

A proud past. A compelling future.

A future that includes you.

For over 110 years, the VNA Health Group has served the needs of home health and hospice patients in our communities. In that time, we’ve grown to become an organization of 2500 dedicated employees in three states, a leader and innovator in health care, and an award-winning organization. For the last three years, we’ve been a certified Best Place to Work ®, we’ve been recognized by Fortune Magazine as a top provider for aging services, and many of our leaders have been awarded with distinction for their contributions to health care.

As a VNAHG employee, you’ll not only be joining a winning organization, but one that will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

We are seeking a Part Time Volunteer Coordinator to be based in our West Orange, NJ office, but will also conduct some visits. This position is responsible for assisting in implementing and coordinating an exemplary volunteer program through the use of community and individual volunteers in adherence with Medicare and CHAP regulations.

Experience working in hospice is strongly preferred. *Please note: our hospice volunteer department utilizes therapy dogs that make visits to client homes as well as the office on occassion*

Responsibilities

• Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers
• Assists in maintaining hospice volunteer program in compliance with Medicare regulations
• Collaborates with program managers and provides liaison between staff and volunteers
• Facilitates community outreach to support all VNAHG programs with volunteer services
• Assists to ensure the Hospice Volunteer program is in compliance with accreditation standards
• Provides supervision and oversight of volunteers
• Adheres to the organization’s policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred
• 2 years of experience in volunteer activity in a healthcare setting preferred. Experience in hospice environment required.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Knowledge of community resources and strong team building skills
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel and a valid driver’s license required

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.

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