Volunteer - Hospice

HOSPICE VOLUNTEERPosition Description/SummaryNon-Paid VolunteerAs valued members of the Hospice team, volunteers can make a difference. Volunteers can assist with patient visits in homes and facilities for socialization and companionship, administrative office tasks, and helping out with generalized volunteer events. Volunteers also provide a break for family caregivers offering assistance by running errands, shopping, meal preparation, or even offering help with light housekeeping. Some volunteers have specialized skills to offer during visits such as sharing music, art projects, vigil care, engaging in writing a life review journal, and Reiki which are wonderful ways to spend time with patients and families. Maybe you've had a personal experience with hospice and want to give back. Perhaps you're a student looking to complete service hours. No matter your reason for choosing to help Absolute Hospice, we're eager to find a volunteer opportunity that fits with your interests, availability, and talents.Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Serves as an integral member of the interdisciplinary group amid various settings: homecare; respite; inpatient, bereavement and/or administrative; office duties. Participates in general orientation. Serves the patient and family/caregiver under guidance of Volunteer Coordinator and Case Manager or as a part of the administrative team. Serves as substitute family/caregiver in the home performing activities that the volunteer has been prepared for and has agreed to perform. The volunteer may do homemaker chores, run errands, and provide respite care as well. Documents as educated and instructed maintaining confidentiality. Meets all health requirements set by Absolute Hospice, Inc .. Provides availability on a regular basis and/or keeping with the patient and family/caregiver needs. Participates in volunteer support groups and/or educational in-services. Maintains open communication and reports regularly to the Volunteer Coordinator. Assignment of other duties (as needed) directed by the Volunteer Coordinator. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. Participates in interdisciplinary group meetings, as appropriate.Position Qualifications Mature individual, supportive of the hospice concept, comfortable with his/her own spirituality and willing to serve others in a volunteer capacity. Successful completion of the hospice's volunteer training and orientation program. Previous volunteer experience may be helpful. Ability to work within the interdisciplinary group. If making home visits, must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.