What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Volunteer position at Brockton Visiting Nurse Association?
Company Overview
Brockton Visiting Nurse Association is a champion in Home Health and Hospice, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families. As an independent non-profit organization since 1904, we pride ourselves on our collaborative environment and the exceptional care we deliver in our communities and our hospice volunteers play a vital role in providing companionshipand supportive care to terminally ill patients and their familes.
Summary
As a Volunteer at Brockton Visiting Nurse Association, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering compassionate healthcare. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of patients and their families while gaining valuable experience in the healthcare field. This is a volunteer position and is unpaid.
Responsibilities
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families during a difficult time
- We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Hospice Volunteers to provide comfort, care, and support to our patients and their families during their end-of-life journey.
- Hospice volunteers will assist in various areas, including companionship, administrative tasks, and bereavement support.
- The ideal candidates are empathetic, patient, and comfortable dealing with death and the dying process.
- Previous experience in hospice, healthcare, or volunteer work is highly appreciated but not necessary as we provide comprehensive training for all our volunteers.
- Assist with everyday tasks such as meal preparation, running errands, and light housekeeping
- Assist in organizing activities for patients, such as reading, games, or simple crafts
- Offer respite care to family members to give them short breaks
- Perform administrative tasks, such as answering phones, preparing mailings, and organizing patient records, if required
- Adhere to all confidentiality and privacy protocols as required by healthcare regulations
- Attend volunteer training sessions and meetings to stay informed about the hospice’s practices and procedures
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
- Able to pass a background check and drug screening
- Proof of current immunizations and TB test
- Ability to commit to a regular volunteer schedule
- Previous experience in hospice or healthcare is a plus
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others through volunteer work, we invite you to join our dedicated team at Brockton Visiting Nurse Association.
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Note this is a volunteer position and is unpaid.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $1.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: On the road