Mission Statement: To serve the Southern Kenai Peninsula by providing comfort, dignity, and choice through care, support, and education to the frail and isolated and to those facing end-of-life issues.

Our motto at Hospice of Homer is “Compassion in Action”, and we aim to honor that ideal in our interactions with all clients, volunteers, donors, and staff.

Responsibilities

Manages the medical equipment loan program, including developing and maintaining systems, recruiting and training volunteers, establishing procedures for effective program management.

The Medical Equipment Loan Program Manager is a key member of the Hospice team, working cooperatively with other staff, volunteers, and the board to develop, nurture, and promote the mission of Hospice of Homer. The Medical Equipment Loan Program is the largest of our programs, so it’s important this person be in the office Monday – Friday during office hours to answer the phone and help walk-in customers. This position reports to the Executive Director.

1.  Medical Equipment Loan Program

Manage the medical loan program (records of loans and returns, transportation needs, storage, repairs, reports on equipment needs, etc.)

Actively recruit volunteers for the medical equipment loan program on an ongoing, year-round basis.

Maintain a list of on-going tasks for office volunteers and coordinates schedules.

Assist in the development of systems, procedures and forms for effective program and office management.

2.  Team Responsibilities:

Build teamwork with other Hospice staff and volunteers through open communication, mutual respect, and willingness to help others to help Hospice succeed.

Work with other staff to organize and facilitate occasional fundraising opportunities and activities.

Work with other staff to contribute statistics to the board packet at the beginning of each month.

Work with all staff to see that clients get what they need, volunteers are available and feel supported by the organization and the organization has the necessary funds to continue the mission.

Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

The person in this position may be required to drive to client’s homes, occasionally in inclement weather and on icy roads.  This person may be exposed to noxious odors and infectious diseases.  Most work is performed indoors.  Occasional moving of equipment may be required.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years post-high school education.

Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated ability to deal sensitively and openly with the public

Demonstrated knowledge of computer usage, database and word processing

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize tasks as well as handle pressure and delicate situations

Demonstrated ability to work well with a team

Demonstrated ability to work with people experiencing grief

Ability to lift up to 60 pounds

Valid Alaska driver’s license and current automobile liability insurance

Ability to maintain confidentiality and HIPPA compliance.