Volunteer Coordinator Death Doula Program
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Job Location:
Danvers, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Care Dimensions has a truly meaningful purpose to provide compassionate care to our patients who are faced with an advanced or end-of-life illness. Since 1978 Care Dimensions has been a driving force in expanding access to hospice and palliative care in Massachusetts. At Care Dimensions we invest in people who take pride in caring and supporting. We support and strengthen our people with extensive training teamwork and technology. Our values are embedded in our work each and every day: Compassion Excellence Collaboration Integrity Responsiveness Innovation. As part of the Care Dimensions team youll gain the support and inspiration for a career youll find meaningful every day.
Part Time 20 hours per week
Are you passionate about compassionate care at the end of life Do you thrive in mission-driven environments where innovation and empathy go hand in hand Were seeking aVolunteer Coordinator to lead and grow our newly established Death Doula Program a new initiative that supports individuals and families during lifes most profound transitions.
About the Role
As the Volunteer Coordinator youll be at the heart of a transformative program that integrates trained Death Doula volunteers into hospice and palliative care settings. Youll oversee recruitment training and support of volunteers while collaborating with clinical teams to ensure the program aligns with our values of dignity presence and holistic care.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape a new program from the ground updeveloping training defining scope and building community awareness. Youll also contribute to broader volunteer services supporting a team of dedicated individuals who make a meaningful difference every day.
What Youll Do
- Lead the development and daily operations of the Death Doula Program.
- Recruit onboard and supervise volunteers ensuring they are well-prepared and supported.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define program goals and best practices.
- Promote the program through outreach and education in the community.
- Maintain accurate records and evaluate program impact.
- Support broader volunteer initiatives including training recognition and scheduling.
What You Bring
- Death Doula certification and at least one year of relevant experience.
- Associates degree in social work psychology education human services or related field (Bachelors preferred).
- 35 years of program coordination or office management experience ideally in healthcare or nonprofit settings.
- Strong organizational interpersonal and communication skills.
- Passion for end-of-life care and community engagement.
Why Join Us
Youll be part of a compassionate collaborative team committed to enhancing the lives of patients and families. This role offers the chance to innovate lead and make a lasting impact in a supportive and mission-driven organization.
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The Pay Range listed is the anticipated hiring range of this position. Precise pay rates are determined through consideration of one or more of the following: education training relevant experience and work location. There are some cases in which the pay rate could exceed the range listed on this job post. Care Dimensions also offers a comprehensive benefits package including employer-sponsored health insurance paid time-off tuition reimbursement student loan paydown supplemental insurance options and more which adds to the companys generous total rewards package.
Benefits are offered to employees that are scheduled to work 20 hours/week which include a generous earned time (vacation days) program tuition reimbursement scholarship programs student loan paydown program two retirement plans in addition to medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and so much more!
Care Dimensions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation during any part of the interview process may request one.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Organizational skills
- Data Collection
- Meeting Facilitation
- Utilization Review
- Administrative Experience
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Supervising Experience
- Social Work
About Company
Care Dimensions is a non-profit and the largest hospice in Massachusetts. Care Dimensions values the compassionate expertise in hospice and palliative care that each of our employees brings to the team. We support continued learning, provide ways to grow and achieve, recognize success ... View more
