John Girdwood

Resume

Educational History

Professional Experience

2008 Apr – Present
McLaren Visiting Nurse and Hospice, Davison, MI
Coordinator of Volunteer Services

Complete initial volunteer assessments through direct patient contact
Directly involved in fund raising for hospice
Coordinate yearly “Camp Forget-Me-Not” grief camp for children ages 6 – 14 years
Plan, develop, and implement every facet of volunteer program
Recruit, select, train, and assign volunteers
Participate in interdisciplinary hospice team
Function as part of community and education activities related to volunteer services
Maintain records, draft reports, and manage documentation connected to all duties

Public speaking : host trainings; give presentations to community; complete FAP applications for seniors in poverty; manage scheduling and set-up for program events
Intra-office collaboration : develop web site and maintain technical support for MiCAFE and Elder Law of Michigan, Inc.; work with outside consulting firm to compile data and reports; collaborate with LHMS attorneys to manage and lead a team of student interns
Clerical : answer phones; draft letters for program director; coordinate volunteer training; mail marketing supplies; place orders; develop outreach material

Team environment : assisted scheduler, constituent affairs staff member, legislative liaison, and Representative individually and collaboratively to complete tasks
Clerical : conducted hard copy and electronic document filing; email and letter responses drafted for Representative to approve and sign; answered phones and greet visitors; undertook many random tasks

2005 Aug – 2006 Jun
Elder Law of Michigan, Inc., Lansing, MI
Legal Intern and Coordinator of Volunteers and Panel Attorneys

Extracurricular