Kindness and Companionship For Hospice Patients & Families!

About the role

Residential Hospice is seeking dedicated Patient Support Volunteers to help patients and families through their end-of-life journey. Hospice patients have a terminal diagnosis and a limited life expectancy, and they and their loved ones are often dealing with many emotional stressors while in the care of hospice.

Responsibilities

• Provide comfort, companionship, and friendship to patients in a nursing facility or at home.
• Engage with patients in various ways based on their needs, such as reading aloud, doing puzzles, attending facility activities, listening to music, talking, or holding a hand.
• Offer a respite for caregivers who are caring for a loved one.

Requirements

Kind and friendly, with a willingness to help others in your community. Patience and empathy are essential qualities, and the ability to handle emotional stressors is important.

Qualifications

No formal education or training is required, but a compassionate heart and a desire to make a difference are necessary. Previous volunteer experience is not required, but a willingness to learn and adapt to different situations is important.

Skills

Listening skills, patience, empathy, and the ability to connect with people emotionally.

Benefits

Volunteers receive training and support from experienced staff members. They also have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families.

Pay

The pay for this position is $15 per hour.

Schedule

Volunteers are flexible and can work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate the needs of the patients and their families.