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RWJBarnabas Health Assistant Director, Volunteer Resources in Livingston, New Jersey
Assistant Director, Volunteer ResourcesReq #:0000165912
Category:Leadership
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Department:Volunteers
Location:
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039
Job Overview:
The Assistant Director will assist the Director of Volunteer Resources in the overall management of Volunteer Resources at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Insures the department is in compliance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor s Degree or equivalent work experience
2-3 years of supervisory experience
Excellent writing, communication, and computer skills
Preferred:
2-3 years of experience working with non-paid staff/volunteers
Experience in a volunteer department
Knowledge of volunteer management systems
Essential Functions:
Effectively manage the operations of the unit
Assists with the planning and organizing of recruitment, training and utilization of volunteers
Conduct orientation, annual education and in-service programs
Prepare statistical and administrative reports in connection with volunteer management
Provide recognition of service programs for volunteers
Interview, evaluate, and discipline volunteers as appropriate
Maintains positive relationships with all customers, employees, physicians, patients, visitors, and guests
Utilizes a variety of feedback to improve processes and services to meet and exceed customer needs
Uses sound employee relations practices and maintains high levels of visibility and accessibility
Follows though on all customer requests and inquiries in a timely fashion.
Utilizes the principles of CQI in all work situations.
Seeks feedback and recommendations from others to improve the quality, processes and services.
Contributes to improving quality services and productivity (takes the initiative to continually evaluate one s work, report problems, suggest solutions and try new ideas)
Effectively allocates and schedules resources
Able to project and appropriately staff the unit/department to effectively function to demand
Utilizes resources, both labor and non-labor, to maximize efficiency and quality
Adheres to budgetary guidelines and targets-proactively manages budget variances and causes
Determines priorities and organizes work and time to meet them
Follows sound employee retention techniques; effective selection and interviewing, recognition, fair and timely discipline, and ongoing performance feedback
Interacts constructively, tactfully and diplomatically with others and resolves conflicts effectively
Demonstrates cultural competency and ability to maintain a diverse workforce
Completes tasks and assignments in a timely, accurate and efficient manner
Remains positive and focused despite obstacles and setbacks
Demonstrates a sense of urgency in completing assignments
Organizes multiple assignments and/or projects simultaneously to accomplish goals
Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer