Hospice Volunteer Specialist

The Volunteer Specialist is responsible for recruiting, retaining and supporting volunteers and planning, coordinating, and managing all volunteer program activities. This position will also be directly responsible for growing and training the volunteer base in the organization. This position also establishes, develops and cultivates relationships with volunteer sources.

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

• The targeted pay range for this position is $23.50 to $26.50 per hour and is an exempt/salary position.
• This position will support our Hospice Duluth and North Branch teams.
• Full-Time 1.0 FTE (80hrs bi-weekly) Weekdays M-F 8am-4:30pm - Occasional evenings and weekends. No Holidays.
• Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
• Benefits:
  Ecumen offers a benefits package to our full-time team members including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO Accrual, Sick & Safe Time, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• Recruits, educates, and selects volunteers on an ongoing basis.
• Develops and maintains volunteer training and orientation programs.
• Supervises and evaluates volunteers in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Provides information to individuals and community groups about volunteer services.
• Maintains electronic volunteer services databases and files, ensuring timely and accurate reporting and documentation in compliance with regulations.
• Communicates with interdisciplinary team when appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Local Travel Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in health care or human services setting
• Ability to communicate effectively verbal and written
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to:
  Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field

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