Volunteer Coordination/Human Resources Intern

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with recruitment of volunteers through community outreach, social media, and other online sources
2. Interview potential volunteer candidates
3. Evaluate volunteer performance through phone calls to FHCH patients and caregivers
4. Administrative and database support
5. Generate statistical reports tracking volunteer activity
6. Provide back-up coverage for Volunteer Specialists on vacation including placement of volunteers and data entry of requests
7. Perform other duties as necessary

BENEFITS:

1. Gain a better understanding of the day-to-day functions of a volunteer program

2. Develop skills in HR/volunteer management

3. Create professional contacts for potential references

4. Meet a variety of people and learn about diverse backgrounds

5. Gain a better understanding of end of life care

6. Training/in-service opportunities for personal and professional development

   QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Good written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with people of diverse background and ages
2. Proficient with computers
3. Self-motivated, dependable and responsible
4. Able to work independently in a changing environment
5. Comfortable with death and the dying process and not actively grieving a loss
6. Must be at least 18 years of age
7. Able to transport self to office
8. Student pursuing a degree in volunteer management, human resources, non-profit management, community relations, communication or related field preferred

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Completion of application, interview, background check, health screening, TB test, and volunteer orientation
2. Records accurate, objective, timely documentation of volunteer activities
3. Completes mandatory required learning annually
4. Attends volunteer support meetings and education as needed