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About UsHealthcare facilities are facing new challenges: They must provide high-quality services with shrinking resources in a highly competitive and constantly changing healthcare milieu. Under these conditions of reduced resources and increased need for community support, an effective volunteer program takes on heightened significance. Current competition for volunteer support requires that Directors of Volunteer Services be proficient in the traditional sense of management - planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. In addition, they must be experts in human resources management with emphasis on the human element. The goal is to integrate volunteers into services that are satisfying and productive.
The Director of Volunteer Services must be empathetic and effective with persons of diverse ages, backgrounds, and skills. The director should have firm understanding of human behavior and motivation and, of equal importance, should be a skilled communicator.
Many of our members are seasoned professionals. Any KSDVS member can call upon another member for information, consultation, and support with any aspect of volunteer administration. KSDVS educational workshops and conferences are designed to improve volunteer programs and improve the performance of the Director of Volunteer Services. | We Are Planning Conference for 2024!
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What Did You Miss At The 2023 KSDVS Conference?
Inspiring Keynote: Rebecca L. Griffeth, with over ten years of experience in the field, shared insight motivating our volunteer leaders to excel in their roles and make a difference. Her sessions focused on: Helping volunteer's find their niche, Volunteer Retention Planning and Brain Research in Volunteerism.Interactive Workshops: Rebecca led engaging workshops that provided practical tools and strategies for effective leadership, fostering collaboration, and maximizing impact.
Networking Opportunities: Attendees had the chance to connect with like-minded individuals, fostering new relationships and partnerships for future projects.
Success Stories: Inspirational success stories were shared, showcasing the incredible achievements of volunteers in their hospitals.
Strategic Planning: Discussions on strategic planning empowered leaders to set clear goals and develop actionable plans for their volunteer initiatives.
Vision for the Future: Together, we are able to focus on the future of volunteerism in hospitals across Kentucky, emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration and innovation in driving positive change.
Thank you to all who attended and contributed to the success of this conference. Your commitment to service and leadership is truly commendable. Let's continue to inspire, empower, and make a difference in our hospitals through volunteer service!
2024 BOARD & CHAIRPERSONS’
President: Jeffery Johnson President Elect: Ginny Coleman Treasurer: Greg Holtgrewe Secretary: Nicole Crum Education: Ginny Coleman Legislation: Jeffery Johnson Communications: Nicole Crum Nominating: Rebecca Rowe By-Laws: Sara Camic Website: Nicole Crum SHVL Representative: Sara Camic KCOVS Representative: Nicole Crum | BLAST FROM THE PAST - KSDVS  |
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