8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Thursday Your role with us The Volunteer Services Assistant plays a vital role in strengthening community impact by coordinating the recruitment, onboarding, training, and engagement of volunteers while ensuring compliance with organizational, regulatory and accreditation standards. This position partners with leaders across the organization to support volunteer and student programs, coordinate program operations and logistics, maintain accurate records and reporting and provide administrative support that enhances service delivery and meaningful volunteer experiences.
Through continuous quality improvement, effective communication, and data driven program coordination, the Volunteer Services Assistant helps build a highly engaged volunteer workforce that advances organizational goals and exceptional patient and community service.
Coordinate the full volunteer lifecycle, including recruitment, screening, onboarding, training, engagement, recognition, and retention to build a strong and effective volunteer workforce. Partner with department leaders to assess volunteer needs, match volunteers to meaningful roles, and support volunteer and student program growth. Manage the day-to-day operations, scheduling, logistics, and administrative functions of volunteer-supported programs while ensuring quality service delivery.
Maintain accurate volunteer records, communications, reporting, and digital platforms while ensuring compliance with organizational, regulatory and accreditation requirements. Coordinate career exploration, student volunteer, and job shadowing programs to provide meaningful learning experiences aligned with organizational goals. Monitor program performance, analyze data, track community benefit contributions, and identify opportunities for service improvement and operational efficiency.
Support continuous quality improvement initiatives by developing standard work processes, maintaining operational readiness, and ensuring alignment with departmental goals and organizational standards. Required qualifications Three years of experience in volunteer services, program coordination, or related required. Experience working with volunteers and/or community groups required.
Two years of office or administrative experience required. Additional information Experience working with students or educational partners preferred. Associate's degree preferred.
Total rewards package Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth. Click here for details. Why Salem Health?
Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care. We believe in empowering our teams.
Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law. Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants.
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