Introduction
Make a Difference with DHSS
Our mission at the Department ofHealth and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delawarecitizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, andprotecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and familyindependence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.
We offer numerous careeropportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talentedindividuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSSis a great place to kick-start your profession.
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Summary Statement
This class series uses two levels in the Health and Human Services occupational group, Volunteer Services occupational series and describes work coordinating and directing the activities of volunteers in support of community service programs.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
1. Recruits, interviews and selects volunteers. Assigns volunteers to a variety of settings.
2. Schedules interviews with agencies and completes follow-up. Serves as a liaison between volunteers and agency staff to promote acceptance of volunteers' role.
3. Assesses the need for volunteers within an agency through consultation with agency; explains the concepts and potentials for utilization of volunteer resources.
4. Develops and implements recruitment plans in the community through group contracts, media and individual contracts; prepares recruitment materials.
5. Confers with professional staff from departments or agencies to assign volunteers to specific areas.
6. Promotes volunteerism through participation in community-wide events, contact with local media and membership in professional organizations.
7. Develops and conducts orientation and training.
8. Develops and implements recognition plans to promote the efforts of volunteers in public and private organizations.
9. Maintains records and reports.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Volunteer Services Coordinator
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
10. Six months experience in volunteer recruitment.
11. Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
12. Six months experience in narrative report writing.
13. Knowledge of planning, developing, implementing and evaluating programs.
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the UnitedStates. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide thefederal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you areauthorized to work in the U.S.