Volunteer Coordinator Jobs
Volunteer Coordinator jobs are open across nonprofits, healthcare systems, higher education, and faith-based organizations, at every level from entry-level to program director, with specializations in community outreach, disaster relief, and events coordination. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Community Liaison & Volunteer Coordinator
Home Health & Hospice
Announcement #339791
Come join a team that provides 5-star care to patients and opportunities to learn & grow. As a Community Liaison & Volunteer Coordinator in Home Health & Hospice at Jefferson Healthcare, you will be a critical part of the interdisciplinary team, acting as a liaison to our patients, their families, and the community.
What we offer
- Leadership, peers, and providers committed to providing the best, personalized care to a community we love.
- Competitive pay
- Outstanding benefits. Our benefits package is in the top 1% in the state of Washington and includes
- Excellent medical coverage, dental, vision
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Retirement
- Professional development opportunities
Position Summary
Serves as the primary non-clinical liaison between our Home Health, Hospice & Palliative Care Department and the community, supporting patient access, care coordination, and program growth. This role also leads the hospice and palliative care volunteer program, coordinating recruitment, training, and engagement to enhance patient and family support.
This is a full time, non-exempt position.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
- Experience in volunteer coordination, community outreach, or healthcare preferred
- Minimum of two years of administrative or office experience required
Essential Functions
- Serve as the primary point of contact between HHHPC, patients, families, providers, and community partners, ensuring clear and timely communication
- Build and maintain relationships with hospital departments, clinics, physicians, care facilities, and community organizations to support awareness and referrals
- Educate patients, families, and referral sources on HHHPC services, eligibility, and referral processes
- Represent HHHPC in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and community events, including regular participation in coordination meetings (e.g., Hospital Huddle)
- Coordinate the full volunteer lifecycle, including recruitment, screening, onboarding, training, scheduling, supervision, and retention
- Serve as the primary contact for volunteers, providing guidance, oversight, and support while addressing concerns appropriately
About us
Jefferson Healthcare is a DNV accredited, fully integrated health care system, with numerous accreditations and awards. We are the primary healthcare provider for more than 25,000 residents of East Jefferson County on the Olympic Peninsula. We are a critical access, public hospital district providing services to residents of east Jefferson County. It is operated as a municipal corporation with five locally elected commissioners who oversee the district's operations.
Our Home
Port Townsend has been named as one of the coolest small towns in America ... with good reason. There are festivals almost every weekend, endless recreational/hiking/skiing/sailing activities, great places to eat, and a strong and vibrant community feel. National Geographic calls Port Townsend "one of the most sophisticated places west of Seattle" and we continue to receive awards year after year. Come check us out!
If you are looking to work with an exceptional team of professionals, we encourage you to consider Jefferson Healthcare. Work where your talent is truly appreciated.
Community Liaison & Volunteer Coordinator
Home Health & Hospice
Announcement #339791
Come join a team that provides 5-star care to patients and opportunities to learn & grow. As a Community Liaison & Volunteer Coordinator in Home Health & Hospice at Jefferson Healthcare, you will be a critical part of the interdisciplinary team, acting as a liaison to our patients, their families, and the community.
What we offer
- Leadership, peers, and providers committed to providing the best, personalized care to a community we love.
- Competitive pay
- Outstanding benefits. Our benefits package is in the top 1% in the state of Washington and includes
- Excellent medical coverage, dental, vision
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Retirement
- Professional development opportunities
Position Summary
Serves as the primary non-clinical liaison between our Home Health, Hospice & Palliative Care Department and the community, supporting patient access, care coordination, and program growth. This role also leads the hospice and palliative care volunteer program, coordinating recruitment, training, and engagement to enhance patient and family support.
This is a full time, non-exempt position.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
- Experience in volunteer coordination, community outreach, or healthcare preferred
- Minimum of two years of administrative or office experience required
Essential Functions
- Serve as the primary point of contact between HHHPC, patients, families, providers, and community partners, ensuring clear and timely communication
- Build and maintain relationships with hospital departments, clinics, physicians, care facilities, and community organizations to support awareness and referrals
- Educate patients, families, and referral sources on HHHPC services, eligibility, and referral processes
- Represent HHHPC in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and community events, including regular participation in coordination meetings (e.g., Hospital Huddle)
- Coordinate the full volunteer lifecycle, including recruitment, screening, onboarding, training, scheduling, supervision, and retention
- Serve as the primary contact for volunteers, providing guidance, oversight, and support while addressing concerns appropriately
About us
Jefferson Healthcare is a DNV accredited, fully integrated health care system, with numerous accreditations and awards. We are the primary healthcare provider for more than 25,000 residents of East Jefferson County on the Olympic Peninsula. We are a critical access, public hospital district providing services to residents of east Jefferson County. It is operated as a municipal corporation with five locally elected commissioners who oversee the district's operations.
Our Home
Port Townsend has been named as one of the coolest small towns in America ... with good reason. There are festivals almost every weekend, endless recreational/hiking/skiing/sailing activities, great places to eat, and a strong and vibrant community feel. National Geographic calls Port Townsend "one of the most sophisticated places west of Seattle" and we continue to receive awards year after year. Come check us out!
If you are looking to work with an exceptional team of professionals, we encourage you to consider Jefferson Healthcare. Work where your talent is truly appreciated.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Gandara Center5
- AccentCare2
- AmeriCorps2
- Blessings of Hope2
- Optum2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services23
- Education4
- Non-Profit & Social Services4
- Agriculture & Farming2
- Hospitality & Tourism2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in volunteer coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, nonprofit management, communications, or a related field
- Experience recruiting, onboarding, and scheduling volunteers for programs or events
- Proficiency with volunteer management software such as VolunteerHub or Galaxy Digital
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for outreach and donor-facing correspondence
- Ability to coordinate with multiple departments, community partners, and external stakeholders
- CPR or First Aid certification preferred for roles in healthcare or disaster relief settings
Tips for Your Volunteer Coordinator Job Search
Quantify your volunteer management numbers
Hiring managers want to see scale. On your resume, state how many volunteers you recruited, trained, or scheduled per cycle. Coordinators who show they managed groups of 50 or more stand out over those who list duties without scope.
Highlight your volunteer database tool experience
Many postings screen for familiarity with platforms like VolunteerHub, Galaxy Digital, or Salesforce Nonprofit. Call out the specific software you've used in a skills section so recruiters don't have to guess, even if you used it briefly.
Target mission-aligned organizations first
Volunteer coordinator hiring managers read cover letters closely for genuine connection to their cause. Lead with one specific reason you want to support that organization's mission, not a generic statement about loving community service.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists volunteer coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a scenario answer on retention
A common interview question asks how you've handled volunteer drop-off or no-shows. Prepare a specific example that names the problem, what you changed in scheduling or communication, and the measurable improvement in reliability that followed.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Volunteer coordinator roles vary widely in autonomy. Before accepting, confirm whether you own the recruitment budget, set the scheduling system, or report to a programs director who controls those decisions, since this affects your day-to-day authority significantly.
Volunteer Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most volunteer coordinators?
The companies hiring the most volunteer coordinators right now include Gandara Center, AccentCare, and AmeriCorps, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Nonprofits, hospital systems, and large faith-based organizations tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many volunteer coordinator jobs are remote?
About 0% of volunteer coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though most roles still require some on-site presence for events and orientations. Administrative functions such as scheduling, donor communications, and database management are the sub-areas most commonly performed remotely.
How do you become a volunteer coordinator?
Start by building hands-on experience as a volunteer yourself, then take on leadership tasks like orientations or shift scheduling. Earn a bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, social work, or a related field if you haven't already. Get familiar with at least one volunteer management platform, and pursue a Certified Volunteer Administrator credential to strengthen your candidacy for competitive roles.
Can you get hired as a volunteer coordinator with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level volunteer coordinator roles exist specifically for candidates who have volunteered extensively but haven't held the title professionally. Emphasize any experience organizing people, running events, or managing communications, even in a student, religious, or community setting. Applying to smaller nonprofits or AmeriCorps programs is a practical first step into a paid coordinator role.
What does the volunteer coordinator interview process look like?
Most interview processes include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with a program director and one or two staff members. Expect behavioral questions about handling difficult volunteers, low retention, or last-minute cancellations. Some organizations ask candidates to complete a short exercise, such as drafting a volunteer orientation agenda or a recruitment email, before a final offer conversation.
Where can I find and apply to volunteer coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to volunteer coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from organizations across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location preference, and mission focus, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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