Volunteer patient representative job description
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Example volunteer patient representative requirements on a job description
Volunteer patient representative requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in volunteer patient representative job postings.
Sample volunteer patient representative requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Sample required volunteer patient representative soft skills
- Empathy and compassion towards patients and their families
- Ability to work well in a team
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and ability to follow directions
Volunteer patient representative job description example 1
Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care volunteer patient representative job description
Administrative volunteers provide critical support with theday-to-day workings of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care. Thesevolunteers work in many different capacities throughout the organizationsupport staff and patient care and helping with special projects. The reception office volunteer would greets visitors and notify staff or their arrival with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Other responsibilities may include:
Assists in various office activities which may include, but are not limited to:
Copying and scanning Filing Mailings Answering or making phone calls Assembling charts Data processing and management Special projects Reception/greeter Other responsibilities as directed.
Maintains open communication, reporting regularly to the volunteer coordinator. Documents volunteer time and activity in an accurate and timely manner. Maintains confidentiality at all times. Adheres to Rainbow Hospice policies and procedures. Completes the mandatory annual education. Meets all health requirements set by Rainbow Hospice. Participates in volunteer support and educational in-services. Assists in training of new volunteers as appropriate. Other responsibilities as directed.
Skills & Requirements
Day(s) Needed:Weekdays/Weekends
Time(s) Needed:One or Two times a week.Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Saturday and or Sunday any hours
Location: 7435 W Talcott Ave 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60631
Must be at least 18 years of age. Successful adjustment to personal losses and no personal loss within past 12 months. Successful completion of volunteer training program. Clearance from appropriate health screenings and background check. Agree to mandatory policy statements. Minimum commitment of 1 year of service. Supportive of hospice concept, and willing to serve others in a volunteer capacity. Comfortable working with families with different cultural and religious values. Excellent communication skills. Previous volunteer experience preferred. Independent means of transportation.
Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care
Rainbow Hospice is a nonprofit organization serving terminally ill patients and their families in Chicago and surrounding counties. Rainbow Hospice enables people to live with dignity and hope while coping with loss and the end of life. Rainbow Hospice offers extensive bereavement services, including the Good Mourning program for bereaved children, teens and their families as well as a Community Speakers Bureau, the Rainbow Hospice LIFE Institute for Learning and the award winning Rainbow Hospice Ark, an Inpatient Unit.
Other responsibilities may include:
Assists in various office activities which may include, but are not limited to:
Copying and scanning Filing Mailings Answering or making phone calls Assembling charts Data processing and management Special projects Reception/greeter Other responsibilities as directed.
Maintains open communication, reporting regularly to the volunteer coordinator. Documents volunteer time and activity in an accurate and timely manner. Maintains confidentiality at all times. Adheres to Rainbow Hospice policies and procedures. Completes the mandatory annual education. Meets all health requirements set by Rainbow Hospice. Participates in volunteer support and educational in-services. Assists in training of new volunteers as appropriate. Other responsibilities as directed.
Skills & Requirements
Day(s) Needed:Weekdays/Weekends
Time(s) Needed:One or Two times a week.Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Saturday and or Sunday any hours
Location: 7435 W Talcott Ave 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60631
Must be at least 18 years of age. Successful adjustment to personal losses and no personal loss within past 12 months. Successful completion of volunteer training program. Clearance from appropriate health screenings and background check. Agree to mandatory policy statements. Minimum commitment of 1 year of service. Supportive of hospice concept, and willing to serve others in a volunteer capacity. Comfortable working with families with different cultural and religious values. Excellent communication skills. Previous volunteer experience preferred. Independent means of transportation.
Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care
Rainbow Hospice is a nonprofit organization serving terminally ill patients and their families in Chicago and surrounding counties. Rainbow Hospice enables people to live with dignity and hope while coping with loss and the end of life. Rainbow Hospice offers extensive bereavement services, including the Good Mourning program for bereaved children, teens and their families as well as a Community Speakers Bureau, the Rainbow Hospice LIFE Institute for Learning and the award winning Rainbow Hospice Ark, an Inpatient Unit.
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Volunteer patient representative job description example 2
American Red Cross volunteer patient representative job description
By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?
**** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment ****
Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!
Job Description:
The American Red Cross requires all new hires be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. This means that all individuals working for the organization must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the start of their employment OR have begun the vaccination process prior to their start date. Upon being offered a position, individuals will be required to submit proof of vaccination. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an exemption, you will be required to submit documentation and your request must be approved prior to hire.
We are looking for a Volunteer Engagement Representative to support our South Carolina Region to be located in Myrtle Beach.
If you're looking to help save lives and contribute to the mission of one of the nation's most respected humanitarian organizations, consider a career in biomedical services at the American Red Cross. As a Red Cross employee, you'll have opportunities to grow your career and be recognized and rewarded for your efforts. Most importantly, you'll work alongside dedicated individuals like yourself who live the values of our organization every day. Join us for a career that will motivate you to be your very best.
The American Red Cross is proud to be one of the Top-Rated Workplaces: Best Non-Profits and Top-Rated Workplaces: Veterans based on rankings and reviews on Indeed.
Responsibilities:
1: Contribute input and serve as a resource for volunteer engagement best practices. Review volunteer satisfaction data and work with operational teams to develop engagement and retention strategies to improve volunteer satisfaction. Participate in the implementation, execution and monitoring of the volunteer engagement and retention strategy to include interaction with the volunteer community both personally and through the volunteer infrastructure.
2: Participate in the development of a thorough volunteer needs assessment for assigned area. Meet with stakeholders and ensure alignment of established goals to volunteer needs.
3: Participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive onboarding program for each volunteer position.
4: Support the volunteer training plan. May serve as a Facilitator for all volunteer training coursework. Provide guidance on volunteer programs, tools and resources. Provide support and direction to volunteer trainers and ensures training is thorough and documented.
5: Facilitate formal and informal recognition efforts and events to promote community and honor the volunteer experience and contributions.
6: Assist in identifying partnerships and screening and referring prospective volunteers.
7: Schedule volunteers and assist with efforts to ensure a strong fill rate. Serve as a liaison to internal and external partners to ensure all volunteer requests are timely and complete.
Qualifications:
Education:
* Bachelor's degree required.
* Experience: Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
Skills & Abilities:
* Ability to work on a team.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
* Good organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively.
* Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
* Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred.
* Knowledge of volunteer programs and policies preferred.
Travel: Ability to travel to field offices and events.
* Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Interested in Volunteering?
Life's emergencies don't stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.
Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.
To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
**** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment ****
Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!
Job Description:
The American Red Cross requires all new hires be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. This means that all individuals working for the organization must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the start of their employment OR have begun the vaccination process prior to their start date. Upon being offered a position, individuals will be required to submit proof of vaccination. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an exemption, you will be required to submit documentation and your request must be approved prior to hire.
We are looking for a Volunteer Engagement Representative to support our South Carolina Region to be located in Myrtle Beach.
If you're looking to help save lives and contribute to the mission of one of the nation's most respected humanitarian organizations, consider a career in biomedical services at the American Red Cross. As a Red Cross employee, you'll have opportunities to grow your career and be recognized and rewarded for your efforts. Most importantly, you'll work alongside dedicated individuals like yourself who live the values of our organization every day. Join us for a career that will motivate you to be your very best.
The American Red Cross is proud to be one of the Top-Rated Workplaces: Best Non-Profits and Top-Rated Workplaces: Veterans based on rankings and reviews on Indeed.
Responsibilities:
1: Contribute input and serve as a resource for volunteer engagement best practices. Review volunteer satisfaction data and work with operational teams to develop engagement and retention strategies to improve volunteer satisfaction. Participate in the implementation, execution and monitoring of the volunteer engagement and retention strategy to include interaction with the volunteer community both personally and through the volunteer infrastructure.
2: Participate in the development of a thorough volunteer needs assessment for assigned area. Meet with stakeholders and ensure alignment of established goals to volunteer needs.
3: Participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive onboarding program for each volunteer position.
4: Support the volunteer training plan. May serve as a Facilitator for all volunteer training coursework. Provide guidance on volunteer programs, tools and resources. Provide support and direction to volunteer trainers and ensures training is thorough and documented.
5: Facilitate formal and informal recognition efforts and events to promote community and honor the volunteer experience and contributions.
6: Assist in identifying partnerships and screening and referring prospective volunteers.
7: Schedule volunteers and assist with efforts to ensure a strong fill rate. Serve as a liaison to internal and external partners to ensure all volunteer requests are timely and complete.
Qualifications:
Education:
* Bachelor's degree required.
* Experience: Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
Skills & Abilities:
* Ability to work on a team.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
* Good organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively.
* Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
* Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred.
* Knowledge of volunteer programs and policies preferred.
Travel: Ability to travel to field offices and events.
* Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Interested in Volunteering?
Life's emergencies don't stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.
Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.
To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024