Hospice Volunteer
Mission, Vision & Values
Our MISSION…to bring out the courage in others.
Our VISION…to be recognized as the market leader in operating provider-led, clinically-integrated networks of high quality, value‑oriented services across the healthcare spectrum.
Our VALUES…Trust, Integrity, Teaching, Collaboration, Transparency, Innovation, Discipline.
About the Role
Corus Health, a full‑service home care and hospice agency and recent recipient of Albuquerque’s prestigious Top Workplace award, is seeking compassionate individuals to provide companionship and emotional support to hospice patients and their families.
This is an incredible way to give back to those who need kindness and support during an emotionally difficult time of life. Our hospice volunteers are an integral, valuable part of our team, and we are grateful beyond measure for their kindness and support.
If you are passionate about helping others and interested in gaining experience in palliative care, please submit your application. Our Hospice Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to discuss the role and arrange orientation and training.
Requirements
- Skills commensurate with any services performed.
- Experience or training in a related field and/or volunteer activity.
- Comfortable with hospice philosophy, policy, and practice.
- Good understanding of palliative care and support.
- Emotionally stable and willing to provide emotional support to the patient and family facing death, if patient volunteer.
- No personal experience with a spouse, parent, or child death within the last year (highly recommended).
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to execute a supportive and sensitive approach to patient/family needs.
- New Mexico driver’s license and availability of a car.