Welcome

Southern California Association of Directors of Volunteer Services (SCADVS) is an organization of professional volunteer leaders from Southern California. These leaders are responsible for the administration of volunteer programs in their healthcare institutions. Today, SCADVS is over 70 members strong.

SCADVS offers a forum for exchange of information and ideas, and provides a medium for the development of professional skills through educational meetings, conferences, and workshops. Programs are timely and address current issues in volunteer management.

The mission of SCADVS is to facilitate the development and advancement of effective Volunteer Services Administration in health care facilities.

Upcoming Events

June 12, 2012 - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

SCADVS 2012 ANNUAL EDUCATION DAY

An afternoon and morning workshop will be presented.

How Volunteer Managers Sabotage Their Program (morning workshop) 

  • How volunteer programs are viewed
  • why perceptions of a volunteer program impacts its success
  • How your volunteer program might be viewed by your organization or senior leaders
  • What are the five lethal factors that can undermine programs
  • Practical actions that can be taken to overcome barriers that slow or impede program...