Hospice Volunteer (unpaid)

About the role

The volunteer provides patient care and support services according to his/her experience and training and in compliance with organization policies. The volunteer serves as an integral member of the interdisciplinary group amid various settings: home care; respite; inpatient, bereavement, and/or administrative; office duties. The volunteer participates in general orientation, serves the patient and family/caregiver under the guidance of the 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. The volunteer documents as educated and instructed maintaining confidentiality. The volunteer meets all health requirements set by Luminary Hospice. The volunteer provides availability regularly and/or keeps with the patient and family/caregiver needs. The volunteer participates in volunteer support groups and/or educational in-services. The volunteer maintains open communication and reports regularly to the Volunteer Coordinator. The volunteer is assigned other duties (as needed) directed by the Volunteer Coordinator. The volunteer participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. The volunteer participates in interdisciplinary group meetings, as appropriate.

Job Qualifications

Mature individual, supportive of the hospice concept, comfortable with his/her spirituality, and willing to serve others in a volunteer capacity. Surviving family members: must meet a year's waiting period after the patient’s death to participate in direct patient care or public relations activities. Successful completion of the hospice’s volunteer training and orientation program. Previous volunteer experience may be helpful. Ability to work within an interdisciplinary group. If making home visits, must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Luminary Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All employment decisions at Luminary Hospice are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.