Job Information
Roper St. Francis Volunteer Manager - Hospice (PRN) in Ladson, South Carolina
Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
HOURS: AS NEEDED. POSITION LOCATED AT PALMETTO COMMERCE PARKWAY.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Recruits, trains, schedules, manages and supervises day to day activities of volunteers at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital. Writes job descriptions for volunteers and initial core competencies: interviews, orients, trains and teaches safety to all new volunteers. Maintains TJC standards for volunteers including individual files, documentation of annual in-services, program evaluation, skills check lists and population specific competencies where appropriate. Coordinates and trains student volunteers. Interviews and orients students for SCRUBS mentoring program. Coordinates and supports social and educational activities for volunteers. Guides and supports RSFH fundraising activities. Plans and hosts recognition and special events. Manages and is responsible for staffing and operations of Hospital Information Desks. Plans and manages annual budget for Volunteer Department. Guides activities of the Roper Auxiliary and coordinates fundraising activities. Coordinates volunteer activities in system sponsored community events. Compiles information for department reports, survey responses, Volunteer Newsletter and attends departmental meetings.
Essential Job Functions
Recruitment, training, and placement of volunteers: Interview incoming volunteers, assess placement needs, plan orientation and tours. Document safety and health compliance. Plan annual safety reviews. Plan and coordinate student volunteer program. Act as Human Resources department for Volunteer staff.
Volunteer Recognition: Motivate, encourage, and recognize volunteers. Plan annual recognition celebrations. Nominate for recognition awards as appropriate. Publicize volunteer activities in RSFH and community publications.
Management and supervisory activities: develop budgets, attend Roper Facility and staff meetings. Participate in system and community committees and work groups. Develop relationships with schools that participate regularly in school to work activities. Coordinate fundraising activities for volunteers.
Newsletter: gather volunteer related news from system volunteer departments. Compile and distribute monthly newsletter.
Front Desk: Train and supervise Information Desk volunteers and back up the front desk in their absence. Maintain current reference material for front desk staff - MD rosters, phone directories etc.
Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
N/A
Education
Bachelor’s degree or four-year’s hospital experience or experience as a volunteer coordinator (required).
Work Experience
Supervisory experience (required).
Training
N/A
Language
N/A
Patient Population
The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also, select the age of the patient population served:
X Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Frequent sitting. Frequently requires long periods of working at a computer. Intermittent walking, standing, stooping, bending, stretching. May require lifting or moving items up to 25 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Constant talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. No exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Normal office environment. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, and/or irregular hours. Ability to read and comprehend. Travel between facilities may be required.
Skills
Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills :
Requires proficiency in Word Processing and desktop publishing.
Must possess basic knowledge of all relative safety codes, DHEC and TJC.
Responsible for maintaining volunteer files and database, monthly reports and newsletter
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
Must be self-directed and able to work independently.
Must be able to communicate effectively with people of all ages, variable cultural and educational backgrounds.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0.01
Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Department:
HSP Hospice A&G - Roper Hospital
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com .