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The Volunteer and Events Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, training, and management of volunteers for United Way’s ReadingPals early literacy initiative, as well as supporting additional volunteer-driven projects. Conduct training sessions for new and returning volunteers, including topics such as literacy instruction, mentoring best practices, social-emotional learning, curriculum implementation, English language learners, and diversity awareness.

<div><strong>Position Description:</strong></div><div><strong>Position Title: </strong>Volunteer and Events Coordinator<br/><strong>Date:   </strong>March 2026</div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Reports to:</strong> Executive Director, United Way of Suwannee Valley.</div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Position Summary:<br/></strong><br/></div><div>The Volunteer and Events Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, training, and management of volunteers for United Way’s ReadingPals early literacy initiative, as well as supporting additional volunteer-driven projects. This role places a strong emphasis on developing and executing strategic recruitment plans to engage volunteers who serve kindergarten students in Columbia, Hamilton, and Suwannee Counties.<br/><br/></div><div>The coordinator works collaboratively with community partners, including United Way committees to ensure program success. In addition, this position oversees the planning and execution of United Way events and supports the organization’s overall marketing and outreach efforts.</div><div>The ideal candidate is a self-starter who demonstrates excellent customer service, strong listening and communication skills, and the ability to build relationships, solicit sponsorships, and work effectively in a team environment.</div><div><br/><strong>Key Responsibilities:<br/></strong><br/></div><div><strong>Event Planning and Execution:</strong></div><ul><li>Plan, coordinate, and execute United Way events throughout the year, from concept to completion.</li><li>Secure sponsorships, including cash contributions and in-kind donations.</li><li>Coordinate silent auction procurement and management.<br/><br/></li></ul><div><strong>Volunteer Recruitment and Engagement (ReadingPals Program):</strong></div><ul><li>Develop and implement effective volunteer recruitment strategies targeting workplace campaigns, parent-teacher organizations, civic groups, and faith-based communities.</li><li>Conduct training sessions for new and returning volunteers, including topics such as literacy instruction, mentoring best practices, social-emotional learning, curriculum implementation, English language learners, and diversity awareness.</li><li>Provide ongoing stewardship and engagement opportunities to deepen volunteer connection to United Way’s mission.</li><li>Plan and coordinate volunteer activities that support education initiatives.</li><li>Research and maintain relationships with corporate and community partners.</li><li>Develop and distribute promotional materials to support volunteer recruitment.</li><li>Promote ReadingPals through traditional and digital media channels, including social media platforms and email marketing.<br/><br/></li></ul><div><strong>Marketing and Communications:</strong></div><ul><li>Develop and implement engaging content to enhance brand awareness and promote United Way initiatives.</li><li>Support the execution of communication strategies to ensure consistent messaging and branding.</li><li>Write and distribute press releases and media advisories.</li><li>Manage and grow the organization’s presence across social media platforms, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and others.</li><li>Create and maintain content for newsletters, websites, and marketing materials.</li><li>Integrate digital communications into overall marketing efforts.</li><li>Monitor and analyze website and social media metrics to improve performance and engagement.</li><li>Stay informed of best practices within the United Way network.<br/><br/></li></ul><div><strong>Volunteer Administration:</strong></div><ul><li>Maintain and update the volunteer database, including tracking participation and committee involvement.</li><li>Plan and implement volunteer recognition initiatives, including:<ul><li>Annual Volunteer Appreciation Event.</li><li>Quarterly volunteer e-newsletters.<br/><br/></li></ul></li></ul><div><strong>General Responsibilities:</strong></div><ul><li>Perform additional duties as assigned.</li><li>Demonstrate a strong commitment to United Way’s Code of Conduct.</li><li>Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.</li><li>Contribute to a collaborative team environment and support organizational goals.</li><li>Provide leadership through professionalism, initiative, and knowledge sharing.<br/><br/></li></ul><div><strong>Position Relationships:</strong></div><ul><li><strong>External:</strong> General public, volunteers, school personnel, community partners, and vendors.</li><li><strong>Internal:</strong> Reports to Executive Director; collaborates with United Way staff and volunteers.</li></ul><div><br/><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong></div><ul><li>High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.</li><li>Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong grammar and proofreading abilities (required).</li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and design/communication tools such as Canva.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed goals.</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making.</li><li>Willingness to actively support and participate in United Way programs and events.</li><li>Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed, with a minimum expectation of two (2) times per month.</li></ul>

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Volunteer and Event Coordinator

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<p>Job Type<br/><br/>Part-time <br/><br/>Description <br/><br/><strong>Sales Associate - Lori's Gifts</strong><br/><br/>At Lori's Gifts, our mission is to bring comfort, joy, and connection to hospital communities. As a Sales Associate, you'll be part of a compassionate team that serves patients, families, and healthcare workers with integrity, empathy, and excellence. <br/><br/><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><br/></p><ul><li> Deliver exceptional customer service with warmth and attentiveness. </li><li> Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked sales floor. </li><li> Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system for cash and card transactions. </li><li> Follow merchandising and promotional guidelines. </li><li> Open and close the store independently when scheduled. </li><li> Uphold company policies and safety procedures. </li><li> Perform other duties as assigned. </li></ul><strong>Note: This summary is not exhaustive and may be adjusted to meet operational needs in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</strong><br/><br/><strong>Qualifications</strong><ul><li> Must be 18 years or older. Minors must meet applicable labor laws and obtain required permits. </li><li> Prior experience in retail, hospitality, or customer service preferred. Volunteer experience will be considered. </li><li> Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. </li><li> Regular and predictable attendance is an essential requirement. </li><li> Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods. </li></ul><strong>Our Values</strong><br/><br/>We believe in kindness, integrity, and service. Our team members are the heart of our stores, creating meaningful moments for guests during life's most important times. <br/><br/><strong>Who We Are</strong><br/><br/>Lori's Gifts has served hospital communities nationwide for decades. With hundreds of locations, we are proud to be a trusted partner in care environments. Our stores offer a safe, welcoming space for guests to find comfort and connection. <br/><br/><strong>What We Offer</strong><ul><li> Generous employee discounts </li><li> Commuter benefits </li><li> A supportive, inclusive workplace culture </li></ul><br/><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer</strong><br/><br/>Lori's Gifts is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. <br/><br/><strong>Reasonable Accommodations</strong><br/><br/>Lori's Gifts complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Lori's Gifts Human Resources at 972-759-5000 or hello@lorisgifts.com. <br/><br/>Salary Description<br/><br/>14.00

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As a Sales Associate, you'll be part of a compassionate team that serves patients, families, and healthcare workers with integrity, empathy, and excellence. Our team members are the heart of our stores, creating meaningful moments for guests during life's most important times.

<h5>Sales Associate – Lori's Gifts </h5><p>At Lori's Gifts, our mission is to bring comfort, joy, and connection to hospital communities. As a Sales Associate, you'll be part of a compassionate team that serves patients, families, and healthcare workers with integrity, empathy, and excellence. </p><h5>Key Responsibilities </h5><ul><li>Deliver exceptional customer service with warmth and attentiveness. </li><li>Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked sales floor. </li><li>Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system for cash and card transactions. </li><li>Follow merchandising and promotional guidelines. </li><li>Open and close the store independently when scheduled. </li><li>Uphold company policies and safety procedures. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned. </li></ul><p>Note: This summary is not exhaustive and may be adjusted to meet operational needs in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). </p><h5>Qualifications </h5><ul><li>Must be 18 years or older. Minors must meet applicable labor laws and obtain required permits. </li><li>Prior experience in retail, hospitality, or customer service preferred. Volunteer experience will be considered. </li><li>Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. </li><li>Regular and predictable attendance is an essential requirement. </li><li>Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods. </li></ul><h5>Our Values </h5><p>We believe in kindness, integrity, and service. Our team members are the heart of our stores, creating meaningful moments for guests during life's most important times. </p><h5>Who We Are </h5><p>Lori's Gifts has served hospital communities nationwide for decades. With hundreds of locations, we are proud to be a trusted partner in care environments. Our stores offer a safe, welcoming space for guests to find comfort and connection. </p><h5>What We Offer </h5><ul><li>Generous employee discounts </li><li>Commuter benefits </li><li>A supportive, inclusive workplace culture </li></ul><h5>Equal Opportunity Employer </h5><p>Lori's Gifts is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. </p><h5>Reasonable Accommodations </h5><p>Lori's Gifts complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Lori's Gifts Human Resources. </p>

<p>Lori’s Gifts is the nation’s largest provider of hospital gift shop outsourcing solutions and currently operates 320+ gift shops across 30 states. Inside a Lori’s gift shop, one will regularly see new and exciting merchandise, state-of-the-art retail design, and top-notch customer service. Throughout the company’s 30+ years, its exclusive focus has been to provide world-class hospital gift shops that make patients, guest, employees and volunteers feel welcome. </p>

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Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Our hospital has an Accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC (American College of Cardiology) and is designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery and Bariatric Surgery.

<p><b></b></p><h5>Introduction</h5><p>Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Counselor Activity Therapy with HCA Florida North Florida Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!</p><h5>Benefits</h5><p>HCA Florida North Florida Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li>Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing<br/></li><li>401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)<br/></li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock<br/></li><li>Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.<br/></li><li>Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more<br/></li><li>Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts<br/></li><li>Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships<br/></li><li>Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)<br/></li><li>Colleague recognition program<br/></li><li>Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)<br/></li><li>Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul><p><a class="neu-link has-tooltip" href="https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Learn more about Employee Benefits</a></p><p><b><i>Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b><br/></p><p>Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the HCA Florida North Florida Hospital family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Counselor Activity Therapy to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!</p><h5>Job Summary and Qualifications</h5><p>Assists the planning, organizing, directing, defining and coordinating of clinical services necessary to meet the legal, organizational, medical staff and regulatory agencies guidelines. Provides case management, education and discharge planning. Performs community and educational activities.</p><p/><ul><li>Provide activities for patients admitted to the program which include following program group schedule and provide set holiday activities on provided dates. Provide support and or participation for after hour activities especially on weekends. </li><li>Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team. Attends set treatment team meetings and progress reviews as evidence by signature on treatment planning update forms. </li><li>Conducts individual activity assessments on each patient within given timeframes. </li><li>Makes a written report of initial assessment, evaluation, treatment and progress as evidenced by initial assessment forms completed in the medical record and documentation in the progress notes. </li><li>Document patient progress with therapeutic activities in patient’s medical record. </li><li>Request needed supplies for activity department. Request should be made in compliance with the hospital’s purchasing department guidelines. </li><li>Plan and secure approval from Activities Therapy Coordinator, Program Director, Medical Director and Nursing Director for all outdoor activities. Conduct all approved outdoor activities in a safe and secure environment. </li><li>Attends required training and continuing education as evidenced by attendance forms that will be added to personnel file. </li><li>Completes all competency requirements as evidenced by completion forms, these will be completed annually or per hospital requirements. </li><li>Assist with referral development and community education activities. </li><li>Uses trends/acts upon information obtained to ensure quality of care and safety. </li><li>Ensures the application of Customer Service principles in meeting and exceeding the expectations of internal and external customers to provide satisfaction. </li><li>Maintains collaborative/cooperative relationships with others in the organization by sharing meaningful information, soliciting feedback and exhibiting respect and support. </li><li>Is proactive in developing a network between and within departments. </li><li>Is proactive in exchanging feedback/recognition with peer group and administrative team. </li><li>Responds, promotes and supports changes with flexibility. </li><li>Meets reporting deadlines. </li><li>Conduct reinforces company values and promotes the Code of Conduct. </li><li>Performs other duties and special projects as required and approved by Program Director.</li></ul><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><p/><h6>What qualifications you will need:</h6><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy or Art Therapy preferred.</li><li>6 months of experience in Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy or Art Therapy in a psychiatric/behavioral health setting preferred and must meet Florida state requirements.</li><li>Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>Other-Fingerprint Required</li><li>(AAP-BC) Advanced Activity Professional-BC, or (CTRS) Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, or (MT-BC) Music Therapy - Board Certified</li></ul><p/><p style="font-size:12pt"/><p>HCA Florida North Florida Hospital is a 523-bed, full-service medical and surgical acute care center. For over 49 years, we have served North Central Florida. We offer comprehensive cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, and neurosciences. We offer minimally-invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery, weight loss surgery and treatment. Other services that we provide include women’s health and wound therapy. We are fully accredited by the Joint Commission and certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our hospital has an Accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC (American College of Cardiology) and is designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery and Bariatric Surgery. We are committed to patient safety and quality of care. We have received the highest scores available in recognition of this commitment.</p><p>HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><br/><p/><blockquote class="neu-text--h4 neu-text--heavy neu-text--hca-orange neu-text--align-center neu-padding--20">"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.<br/>
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder</blockquote><p>Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Counselor Activity Therapy opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!</p><p><cite>We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</cite></p>

<p> At its founding in 1968, Nashville-based HCA was one of the nation's first hospital companies. Today, we are the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, a company comprised of locally managed facilities that includes about 165 hospitals and 115 freestanding surgery centers in 20 states and England and employing approximately 204,000 people. Approximately four to five percent of all inpatient care delivered in the country today is provided by HCA facilities. Richard M. Bracken serves as Chairman of HCA and R. Milton Johnson is the company's President and Chief Executive Officer.</p> <p>  HCA is committed to the care and improvement of human life and strives to deliver high quality, cost effective healthcare in the communities we serve. Building on the foundation provided by our Mission & Values, HCA puts patients first and works to constantly improve the care we give them by implementing measures that support our caregivers, help ensure patient safety and provide the highest possible quality. Investing in our communities is important to us. HCA typically invests about $1.5 billion annually to keep our facilities modern and up-to-date technologically and to expand and add services where needed. Focusing primarily on communities where the company is a leading healthcare provider, HCA selectively adds new facilities in order to better serve our communities.</p> <p>  And because two HCA founders were physicians, we value highly the strong relationships we've created with local physicians. We endeavor to provide them with a wide array of services and modern facilities in order to help them deliver the best possible care.  </p>

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