Posted: April 2nd 2008

Family Support Coordinator

This position fulfills on-call responsibilities related to identification, evaluation of potential donors and support and education of legal next of kin/family of potential donor. In addition, the FSC conducts discussion of authorization by donor designation (when applicable) or requests authorization for donation from legal next of kin.  This position assists with hospital development strategies to improve the donation process.

Bachelors degree in appropriate area or equivalent combination of appropriate education and work experience required.  Background in social work preferred.  Otherwise, background in family/bereavement counseling, psychology, or chaplaincy in a healthcare setting preferred.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with public speaking desired.  Ability to communicate in Spanish (read, write, speak) preferred.   Ability to interface effectively and diplomatically with all levels of personnel in various healthcare settings preferred (interoffice personnel, donor hospitals, transplant centers, donor families, and the public.)  Ability to meet the requirements of a variable and demanding call schedule required.  Demonstrated accuracy, organizational skills, integrity, professionalism, attention to detail, and follow-through.  Valid driver’s license required.

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