Friday, January 27, 2012

Director of Volunteer Services, Vincentian Collaborative System - Pittsburgh, PA

Posted: 1/27/12

Director of Volunteer Services
Vincentian Collaborative System is recruiting a Director of Volunteer Services.  The primary responsibility of this position is recruiting volunteers for Vincentian Collaborative System.  This role involves working with our long-term care facilities and child care centers to assess our organization’s needs and to meet those needs through the recruitment, placement and retention of volunteers.  Responsibilities also include developing partnerships with local parishes and community groups through outreach efforts and establishing strong working relationships with the public.

The Director of Volunteer Services will also ensure that all volunteers are properly trained and matched with the appropriate volunteer opportunities within our system.  This position will maintain a volunteer database and keep track of volunteer activities.

Five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience managing a volunteer program is required.  Previous experience in a hospital or long-term care setting is highly preferred.  An Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.  The applicant must have experience with public speaking and have exceptional presentation skills. Public relations experience in a non-profit environment preferred.

Willingness to work nights and weekends is required.

Applicants must have a valid Pennsylvania’s driver’s license.

About Vincentian Collaborative System:
With more than 950 employees, Vincentian Collaborative System is a not-for-profit Catholic health care and human services organization headquartered in Pittsburgh’s North Hills. VCS oversees operations for four long-term care facilities with 673 beds providing a continuum of care for seniors from independent living to personal care to skilled nursing, as well as a rehabilitation company and two child care centers.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (formerly the Vincentian Sisters of Charity), its mission is to nurture and sustain a ministry of compassionate care that preserves the human dignity of persons within a diverse and changing society.

Vincentian Collaborative System Values:

Spirituality
Compassion
Dignity
Quality
Stewardship
Advocacy
Collaboration

TO APPLY: 

Applicants meeting the requirements above can send their cover letter, resume and salary requirements to bscalise@vcs.org.

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