Engagement Lead, Volunteer Resources

Position Summary

This position is flexible to the Northwest Northern Health region, preference for those located in Terrace

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment?

We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Volunteer Services department.

As a part of the Northern Health Volunteer Resource team, the Engagement Lead, Volunteer Resources is responsible for the development, maintenance and administration of volunteer resources, including recruitment, screening, orientation, training, and placement of volunteers.

The Engagement Lead consults on the daily human operation plans for volunteer programs and promotes and further develops volunteer resources and placement opportunities through internal and community engagement.

Establishes and maintains working relationships, conducts needs assessments, assists with set up and evaluation of volunteer programs, recruits and trains volunteers and coordinates their placement.

Acts as a resource for on-site staff and management who supervise and oversee volunteers on-site, to ensure safe and productive volunteer activity as well as compliance with organizational policies relevant to volunteers.

Starting salary will be approximately from $67,861 to $84,826 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

This position is flexible to the Northwest Northern Health region, preference for those located in Terrace. Explore these communities northern communities.

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What Northern Health has to offer you!

Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health / dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees.

Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.

• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE :

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation :

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education / qualifications for this position. Examples may include :
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school / college / university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualfications

• Bachelor's degree in Administration, Social Sciences, Education, Health Sciences, or related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years' recent related experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities :

• Demonstrated administration and human resource coordination skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to others.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to supervise, and provide motivation and encouragement to volunteers.
• Ability to organize and plan work.
• Demonstrated ability to productively use a computer and technology.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities.

We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.