Job Board > Volunteer Coordinator - City of London, Dearness Home, Long Term Care
This is a Permanent, Full-time position.
Category: ManagementPlease See the attached Job Description for all the details of this exciting Permanent Full Time (M-F) opportunity.
Work Performed Listed Here:
Conduct a Needs Analysis and reviews annually the number and types of volunteers required to meet the Volunteer support needs for Dearness operations, working with all resident care departments and including resident input.
Ensure resident participation in the planning of Volunteer Services.
Plan and organize volunteer supported programs in partnership with Recreation, Nursing and Dietary to support resident strengths, interests and needs and meeting the Site’s Model of Care framework and principles.
Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy to build a strong, diverse, multi-skilled volunteer force to support Dearness resident programs.
Recruit, interview, screen potential volunteers to determine their suitability for and commitment to the facility’s requirements.
Develop job descriptions for Volunteer roles.
Develop orientation program for new Volunteers and responsible for delivering the program.
Co-ordinate and maintain educational and training programs for facility volunteers in co- operation with staff education.
Co-ordinate and monitor the activities of volunteers on a regular basis; provide regular feedback to active volunteers.
Responsible for evaluating the work performed by Volunteers; provide feedback and coaching.
Develop and maintain all documentation required to manage the Volunteer Program and meet Ministry of Health Long Term Care and industry standards.
Develop an activity reporting system; collect and submit activity reports on a monthly basis. This should include an analysis of key indicators of value added.
Liaise appropriately with a wide range of community organizations, services and agencies to support the Volunteer Program at Dearness.
Participate, as appropriate, with other volunteer organizations to participate in joint planning and educational programming, as appropriate, in order to support Dearness goals.
Work collaboratively with the Spiritual Care Committee and the Dearness Auxiliary in the provision of services/programming for residents of Dearness.
Organize appropriate recognition events for Dearness volunteers including an annual recognition program each April for Volunteer Awareness Month.
Assists with developing policies and procedures pertaining to Volunteers. Other duties as assigned.
Looking for a qualified and passionate Volunteer Coordinator ~ again please see JD for details of qualifications.
Qualifications/Experience Listed Here:
• Successful completion of an Accredited Volunteer Management Program from a recognized university or college OR completion of a recognized university degree in the human sciences combined with a minimum of 3-4 years of successful Volunteer Service Management in the health care sector.
• Successful achievement of a Certification with the Ontario Association of Directors of Health Volunteer Services is essential.
• Good working knowledge of computers and a board range of software programs.
• A minimum of 3 years successful Volunteer Program experience working with the elderly, in a Long Term Care facility or the community is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills.
Compensation Range:
Start: $27.99/hour
6 Months/1040 Hours: $28.32/hour
12 Month/2080 Hours: $29.46/hour
This posting is for (1) permanent full-time opportunity.
Other Information
As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.
Our hiring process is in accordance with the City of London’s Mandatory Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Administrative Policy.
Salary: Start: $27.99/hour
Note that all candidates will need to apply directly to our City of London online application process.
https://london.ca/government/employment-opportunities
We are unable accept resumes or applications via email. For questions please contact Cheryl Gilmour, Manager Community Life cgilmour@london.ca or 519-661-0400 x8271
If assistance is needed as well you can contact the Human Resources Division 519-661-4930 TTY: 519-661-4889 email: mycareer@london.ca
The Dearness Home's Mission Statement ~ "Compassionate People Enriching the Lives of Other's. Always." We, staff and volunteers, strive to do this in everything we give and do for our residents.
The Dearness Home is a 243 bed Long Term Care Home to an amazingly diverse population who have much living left to do! The 9 Home area enable lots of privacy as well as opportunity to be involved in activities of daily living ~ our large Volunteer pool is a key piece to providing our extensive and inclusive programs. Our Volunteers are truly the heart of our Home.
Our Dearness Auxiliary is also an amazing group of Volunteers who provide many supports from the Tuck Shop, sponsoring programs and assisting with many programs and resident interventions.
Volunteer Coordinator (DS152)
File Number: COL00838
Service Area: Social & Health Development
Division: Long Term Care
Close Date: Friday April 24, 2022
Position Type: Permanent - Full Time
Employee Group: UNIFOR Local 302 - Dearness Service Workers
Summary of Duties
The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for the development and maintenance of the full scope, active, dynamic Volunteer Program required to support the provision of a quality resident care and community life experience for the residents of Dearness. This position will report to the Manager of Community Life.
