What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Volunteers Needed in Summit County position at Harmony Hospice Care?
Hospice Volunteer - Summit County and surrounding areas!
Volunteer activities available...
Sitting with patients to provide companionship, play games, and offer a friendly, comforting presence.
Sending encouraging letters and cards.
Assisting in light household chores and errands.
Calling patients and their families to check on needs.
Making blankets, quilts, pillows, and crafts for our patients.
Providing support to our bereaved families by assisting with mailings, phone calls and in-home grief support visits.
And so much more!
This is an unpaid, volunteer position.
Qualifications:
Availability of time and skills which pertain to the volunteer activity
Maintain confidentiality
Ability to work independently and take directions well.
Empathetic listening skills
Ability to understand and tolerate hardship stories.
Time Commitment:
Time commitment is flexible and can work around your schedule and availability.