Hospice Volunteer

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Description

Provide support for the patient/family including companionship, run errands, respite care for patient caregivers, and other support needs for patients/family/caregivers.

 

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Document visits accurately and submit in timely manner.
  • Promote personal and environmental safety while performing duties.
  • Participate in yearly training.
  • Display professionalism as a representative of the organization.
  • Agree to all background checks done by the organization.
  • Provide own transportation to assignments.

Qualifications

  • Ability to communicate with people of diverse background and ages.
  • Comfortable with death and dying process.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Demonstrate empathy and concern for the needs of others.

Details

Get Connected Icon 18 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Not Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible
Get Connected Icon Initial and ongoing training is provided
Get Connected Icon volunteer visits patients home, not an in-office position

Location

Get Connected Icon 62 Center St
Fairhaven, MA  02719