What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Volunteer position at New Life Hospice?
Job Summary: Primary function is to provide assistance and support without compensation to hospice patient/family/hospice team.
May attend IDG conferences, as appropriate.
Job Classification: Clinical Lines of Authority: Reports to Volunteer Coordinator
Environmental and Working Conditions: Patients Home: in various conditions, possible exposure to blood and body fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule, ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.
Must have Hepatitis profile.
Office: routine office environment. Noise level may be moderately high, ability to work a flexible schedule.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising the quality of work.
Physical and Mental Effort: Prolonged sitting and some standing required. Occasional need to lift, pull, carry and push items weighing up to 50 lbs. Frequent need to stoop, kneel, and reach while assessing files.
Requires work under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and employer and employee needs.
Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Requires excellent problem solving skills.
Essential Functions:
Evaluation Direct Patient Care Provide direct care/companionship to patient, reporting any changes to hospice staff. Provide preparation of meals or assist with household chores.
Provide a clean, comfortable, and safe patient environment.
Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication and respite to patient/family.
Provide an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property.
Administrative Support Provide clerical support to office staff. Participate in special projects/fund raisers.
Professional Volunteer Provide services according to the rules and standard practice of their respective disciplines.
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 the 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.