What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Volunteer position at Excelin Health Services?
Job Summary:
Primary function is to provide assistance and support without compensation to hospice patient/family/hospice team.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care/companionship to patient.
- Provide preparation of meals.
- Provide a clean, safe and comfortable patient environment.
- Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and staff members.
- Provide an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property.
- Provide clerical support to office staff.
- Participate in special projects/fund raisers.
- Provide services according to the rules and standard of practice of their respective disciplines.
Job Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma, preferred
Licensure: Must have current drivers license if providing direct patient care. Professional Volunteers must meet requirements of specific licensure rules.
Skills: Must be able to read and write in English and follow written and verbal instructions in English effectively. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly.
Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance if providing direct patient care.
Criminal History: Must agree to and pass a criminal history check (for direct care volunteers).