What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Volunteers Needed (not a paid position) position at Paloma Hospice and Palliative Care?
Paloma Hospice and Palliative Care is seeking compassionate and caring volunteers to join our Volunteer Program. We service patients and communities in the areas of San Antonio, Austin, Del Rio, Dallas, Sherman and Tyler Texas.
What is a Hospice Volunteer?
Volunteers spend time with our hospice patients, providing support to those who may not have family as well as providing support for the family. Volunteers visit as a friend and provide companionship. Our volunteer program helps family members take a break so they can be rejuvenated as a caregiver, go shopping, or keep doctor appointments while their loved one has companionship from a volunteer. Being a hospice volunteer often become the highlight of someone’s day.
Some examples of volunteer duties are:
* Providing companionship to a patient and their family
* Being a comforting and supportive presence
* Providing respite time for the patient’s caregivers
* Running errands or doing light housekeeping for the patient and family
* Community outreach
* Office support
We would love to connect with you to share how you can make a difference in someone’s life! Connect with us today and our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you regarding more details about our program and current opportunities!
*This is a non-paid/volunteer position