Volunteer

About the role

At Four Pillars Hospice, we believe that meaningful work starts with compassion. We’re building a team of caregivers, nurses, chaplains, and professionals who are committed to walking alongside patients and families with dignity, comfort, and grace. If you’re passionate about making a difference during life’s most tender moments, we invite you to apply and become part of a mission-driven team rooted in purpose and heart. Primary function is to provide assistance and support without compensation to the Hospice patient, family, and the Hospice team.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the Hospice’s philosophy and mission by presenting a positive image to patients, families, physicians, and community agencies.
• Maintains effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Remains current with changes in hospice regulations and industry standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides direct care/companionship to the patient.
• Provides preparation of meals.
• Provides a clean, safe, and comfortable patient environment.
• Promotes positive, supportive, and respectful communication to the patient, family, and staff members.
• Provides an environment which promotes respect for the patient, while protecting their privacy and property.
• Provides clerical support to office staff.
• Participates in special projects/fundraisers.
• Provides services according to the rules and standard of practice in their respective disciplines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Must have current driver's license if providing direct patient care.
• Professional volunteers must meet requirements of specific licensure rules.
• Must be able to read and write in English and follow written and verbal instructions in English effectively.
• Demonstrates interest in the welfare of the ill and elderly.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance (if providing direct patient care)
• Must agree to and pass a criminal history check (for direct care volunteers)