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Ocean Healthcare

Office Volunteer Assistant

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Assess the volunteer's working relationship with the team. * Insure up to date charting and submission of volunteer progress notes to the office in the required time frame. Contact volunteers when ...

Night Ministry

Volunteer Coordinator

Chicago, IL

$52K - $58K/yr

Working at The Night Ministry means being part of a mission-driven organization where your ... The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and ...

Night Ministry

Volunteer Coordinator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52K - $58K/yr

Working at The Night Ministry means being part of a mission-driven organization where your ... The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and ...

Wycliffe

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Dallas, TX

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

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Volunteer Workers often collaborate with a diverse range of teams, including nonprofit staff, other volunteers, and community partners. This teamwork typically means sharing tasks, coordinating schedules, and supporting each other to fulfill the organization’s mission. Daily responsibilities can vary depending on the project, but often include assisting with events, outreach, administrative support, or direct service activities. Effective communication and flexibility are key, as Volunteer Workers may need to adapt to changing team needs and organizational priorities.

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Volunteer workers are individuals who offer their time, skills, and services to organizations or causes without receiving financial compensation. They may assist in a wide range of activities, such as helping charitable organizations, supporting community events, or participating in environmental projects. Volunteer work is often motivated by a desire to give back to the community, gain experience, or support a specific cause. Volunteers play a crucial role in many non-profit and community organizations by helping them achieve their missions and reach more people.

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Required CredentialsOften none or minimal; background checks may be requiredRelevant certifications or degrees in social work or related fields
Work EnvironmentNon-profit organizations, charities, community eventsSocial service agencies, government programs, community centers
Employer & IndustryNon-profit, charitable, religious organizationsPublic sector, social services, healthcare
Search & Comparison IntentVolunteer opportunities, unpaid roles, community involvementPaid or volunteer roles in social work, community support

While both Volunteer Workers and Community Service Workers aim to support communities, Volunteer Workers typically engage in unpaid, flexible roles often with minimal credentials. Community Service Workers usually have relevant certifications and work in formal social service settings, sometimes as part of mandated programs. Understanding these differences helps individuals choose roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Manager Volunteer Services

Manager Volunteer Services

Spectrum Health

Grosse Pointe, MI

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago

Job description


Job Summary - Manager Volunteer Services

Responsible for managing the activities of volunteers providing services to all Corewell Health locations. This includes, but is not limited to, recruiting, screening, interviewing, orienting, and counseling volunteers; working collaboratively with managers within Corewell Health to establish and promote volunteer opportunities and tracking and reporting of data related to the volunteer programs.

Essential Functions - Manager Volunteer Services

  • Collaborates with managers and staff to assess needs of individual clinical and non-clinical areas in order to plan and develop volunteer programs and service opportunities consistent with the needs of Corewell Health.

  • Recruits and carries out initial interview for volunteer candidates. Works with department administrative staff to ensure that candidates have completed all of the required steps of the application process and assures matching of volunteers to appropriate assignments. Maintains complete and accurate documentation of all volunteer records including the application process, orientation, educational programs, evaluations, recognition and counseling.

  • Collaborates with leadership to develop departmental policies and procedures, forms and processes that are effective, efficient and result in optimal customer service for internal and external customers.

  • Strives for growth in the volunteer programs. Promotes community interest in the volunteer program and the hospital through speaking engagements, special receptions, and other public relations activities.

  • Coordinates the annual volunteer recognition event and all other events that support volunteers.
    Develops and presents classes for volunteers for orientation and ongoing instruction and education.

  • Participates in surveys and collects data to determine effectiveness of volunteer service programs.

  • Demonstrates effective leadership skills of delegation, organization and coordination of department activities and with other Corewell Health departments.

Qualifications - Manager Volunteer Services

  • Required Bachelor's Degree Healthcare Administration, Human Resources, or health care related field; or equivalent education and experience

  • 3 years of relevant experience managing volunteer workers Required

  • recent work experience in health care setting Preferred

Physical Demands - Manager Volunteer Services

  • Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

  • Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

  • Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

  • Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

  • Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

  • Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

  • Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

  • Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

  • Sitting: Frequently

  • Standing: Occasionally

  • Walking: Occasionally

  • Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom

  • Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally

  • Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom

  • Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally

  • Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom

  • Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom

  • Handling: Occasionally

  • Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom

  • Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom

  • Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently


How Corewell Health cares for you
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Grosse Pointe Hospital - 468 Cadieux Rd - Grosse Pointe

Department Name

Volunteers - Diversified East WB Mkt

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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