Job Description
The Administrative Volunteer provides support to office personnel through clerical and administrative functions. An administrative volunteer may assist with answering telephones, filing, making copies, data entry or helping to create admission packets. An Administrative Volunteer might help with compiling and mailing Bereavement letters, sympathy cards or the planning of the Annual Memorial Service. QUALIFICATIONS The Administrative Volunteer must possess strong communication skills, must be dependable, self-directed, and flexible and have the ability to work effectively as a member of a team. He/ she must have an understanding of Hospice Services and be willing to participate in peer support/ continuing education meetings. Additionally, he/ she must: Be at least 16 years of age Provide the following paperwork, co-signed by a parent/ guardian if under the age of 18: a. Completed Volunteer Application b. 2 References c. Code of Conduct Attestation Statement d. Signed Permission for Background Check e. Signed Permission for Drug Screen Have satisfactory references from employers and/ or professional peers Have a satisfactory criminal background check (as required by state) Successfully complete the Administrative Volunteer orientation RESPONSBILITIES Assist with assigned tasks, such as, but not limited to: a. Answering telephone calls, taking messages, transferring calls, or making calls for staff members b. Organizing and compiling admission packets c. Copying and filing d. Sending, receiving, and distributing faxes e. Assembling Volunteer Orientation manuals and in-service packets Participate in Volunteer support or peer groups and/ or training with other Volunteers to the extent necessary to comply with the training requ