Manager Bereavement/Volunteer
VITAS Healthcare · Wauwatosa
QUALIFICATIONS- Qualified candidates must demonstrate skills in public speaking and or training. Some Healthcare or Volunteer Administration, Human Resources, Volunteer Recruitment, Marketing, or Sales experience preferred.
- Proven organizational skills; successful in managing a number of tasks and projects simultaneously.
- If providing bereavement counseling or supervising bereavement counseling, meets State and Federal qualifications for providing bereavement counseling including
- Master’s degree in social work, ministry, pastoral care, or counseling related field.
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's preferred.
- EOE/AA M/F/D/V
VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.
All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard—find your purpose at VITAS today.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.
Choose a Career with VITAS
The Volunteer and Bereavement Services Manager is responsible for organizing and carrying out volunteer and bereavement activities assigned at the program level. Implements the VITAS recruitment strategy for volunteers and keeps records of recruitment efforts, volunteer activities, and hours. Performs or supervises initial screening of potential volunteers and oversees the volunteer application and team assignment process. Directs orientation and outgoing training of volunteers to meet VITAS, federal, and applicable state policies governing volunteer training. Implements the VITAS formal recognition and support system for volunteer.�Maintains records of team support and recognition of volunteers. Implements VITAS communication strategy with volunteers to keep volunteers informed about internal VITAS activities. Tracks volunteer program statistics and monitors achievement of volunteer program goals. Oversees the supervision of administrative volunteers.