Volunteers provide companionship and support to hospice patients and their families, assist caregivers, and offer bereavement support. They may also engage in administrative tasks to support hospice staff.
Requirements summary
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, able to work independently, and possess excellent communication and listening skills. They must also commit to at least 2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months and pass background checks.
Volunteers play a vital role in hospice care. They are an integral part of the hospice team who provide patients, caregivers, and families the most comfortable and compassionate end-of-life experience possible. Hospice volunteers are compassionate people who have a tremendous impact on the lives of the patients that they serve, the hospice team they are a part of, and the family and friends of the terminally ill. Volunteer Opportunities- Patient Care- Offer companionship and support to hospice patients and their families, including social visits, music therapy, reading, playing games, or writing a personal/family history. Respite Care- Relieve caregivers who are physically and emotionally exhausted from providing care for a loved one. This allows a caregiver to leave the home to run errands, go to an appointment, out with friends, or just have some time alone. Bereavement Support- Provide support to families and help them through the death and grieving process. This could include working closely with the social workers and chaplains to facilitate group meetings, memorial services, and follow up calls to families. Additionally, we offer hand molds of patients as well as memory bears. If you have crafty talents such as plaster work, ceramics, or sewing, this would be a great way to volunteer your time and talents. Office Support- If visiting patients is not something you would be interested in, we also have volunteers that offer administrative support to the hospice staff. This could include addressing and sending out sympathy cards, assembling admission packets, calls to patients, and assisting with various hospice events. Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older Able to work alone and independent (within scope of assigned duties) Able to work well with diverse populations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Good listening skills, active listener Maintain and respect professional boundaries Sound mental and emotional health Sensitivity towards patient and family situations / dynamics Able to stay calm in stressful situations Self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable Must be able to commit to at least 2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months Must pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and complete a fingerprint scan. Volunteers must also be compliant with Intermountain Health's vaccine policy, which includes a seasonal flu vaccine. Spanish speaking would be a plus
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Location: Home Services - Salt Lake
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