Blue Summit Hospice and Palliative Care
Blue Summit Hospice Volunteer (Unpaid)
Blue Summit Hospice and Palliative Care, Snellville, Georgia, United States, 30078
Job Description
Job Description Salary: 0 Blue Summit Hospice and Palliative Care Volunteer Role Description
Supervised by: Volunteer Coordinator Interrelationships:
Patients, family, Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and other health care team members
Role Summary: At Blue Summit Hospice and Palliative Care, our volunteers are essential to providing compassionate care to patients and their families. Whether youre looking to directly interact with patients or assist with administrative work there are many ways you can make a meaningful difference.
Volunteer Support Options: Companionship: provide companionship through friendly visits, listening, and oJering emotional support. Respite Care: give caregivers a break by sitting with the patient for a short time, allowing you to rest or take care of other tasks. Non-medical Assistance: help with light tasks such as reading, writing, or assisting with the patients favorite hobbies or activities. Bereavement support: provide compassionate care and resources to individuals coping with the loss of a loved one. Legacy Projects: help patients create memory books, write letters, or make lasting keepsakes for their loved ones.
Responsibilities Empathy, active listening skills, patience, and a compassionate demeanor Offer emotional support and companionship to patients, while respecting their personal boundaries and preferences Spend time with patients, offering companionship and emotional support Engage in activities like reading, listening to music, or simply sitting with patients Provide respite care for family members, allowing them to take a break while you offer emotional or physical support to their loved one Foster a calm and compassionate environment for patients, offering comfort and reassurance Communicates effectively and appropriately with Volunteer Coordinator each patient and their family Previous experience with volunteering, grief and/or bereavement preferred but not required
Requirements Must have a current valid drivers license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation Volunteers must be caring, patient, and able to provide emotional support to patients and their families during a diJicult time Volunteers should be punctual, committed, and able to honor their time commitments Complete patient visit documentation Volunteers must respect patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations Volunteers should demonstrate understanding and sensitivity, respecting the Respect diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and values of patients, staff, volunteers and families Volunteers must undergo a criminal background check to ensure patient safety Personal or professional references may be required to verify suitability for the role TB test to ensure healthy and safe interaction with patients, staff and families Volunteers are typically required to commit to a specific number of hours per weekor month, depending on the role and needs Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly
Training/ Education Orientation Session (30 minutes) Completion of Hospice-Specific Training: Volunteers must complete an initial hospice training program that covers basic hospice care, patient rights, HIPAA compliance, cultural competency, emotional support, and confidentiality Ongoing Education: Volunteers may need to attend periodic workshops, seminars, or refresher courses on hospice care, grief counseling, and other relevant topics Role-Specific Training: Depending on the volunteer role (e.g., companionship, respite care, or legacy project), Additional training as needed
Please reach out to
volunteer@bluesummithospice.net
for any questions
Job Description Salary: 0 Blue Summit Hospice and Palliative Care Volunteer Role Description
Supervised by: Volunteer Coordinator Interrelationships:
Patients, family, Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and other health care team members
Role Summary: At Blue Summit Hospice and Palliative Care, our volunteers are essential to providing compassionate care to patients and their families. Whether youre looking to directly interact with patients or assist with administrative work there are many ways you can make a meaningful difference.
Volunteer Support Options: Companionship: provide companionship through friendly visits, listening, and oJering emotional support. Respite Care: give caregivers a break by sitting with the patient for a short time, allowing you to rest or take care of other tasks. Non-medical Assistance: help with light tasks such as reading, writing, or assisting with the patients favorite hobbies or activities. Bereavement support: provide compassionate care and resources to individuals coping with the loss of a loved one. Legacy Projects: help patients create memory books, write letters, or make lasting keepsakes for their loved ones.
Responsibilities Empathy, active listening skills, patience, and a compassionate demeanor Offer emotional support and companionship to patients, while respecting their personal boundaries and preferences Spend time with patients, offering companionship and emotional support Engage in activities like reading, listening to music, or simply sitting with patients Provide respite care for family members, allowing them to take a break while you offer emotional or physical support to their loved one Foster a calm and compassionate environment for patients, offering comfort and reassurance Communicates effectively and appropriately with Volunteer Coordinator each patient and their family Previous experience with volunteering, grief and/or bereavement preferred but not required
Requirements Must have a current valid drivers license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation Volunteers must be caring, patient, and able to provide emotional support to patients and their families during a diJicult time Volunteers should be punctual, committed, and able to honor their time commitments Complete patient visit documentation Volunteers must respect patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations Volunteers should demonstrate understanding and sensitivity, respecting the Respect diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and values of patients, staff, volunteers and families Volunteers must undergo a criminal background check to ensure patient safety Personal or professional references may be required to verify suitability for the role TB test to ensure healthy and safe interaction with patients, staff and families Volunteers are typically required to commit to a specific number of hours per weekor month, depending on the role and needs Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly
Training/ Education Orientation Session (30 minutes) Completion of Hospice-Specific Training: Volunteers must complete an initial hospice training program that covers basic hospice care, patient rights, HIPAA compliance, cultural competency, emotional support, and confidentiality Ongoing Education: Volunteers may need to attend periodic workshops, seminars, or refresher courses on hospice care, grief counseling, and other relevant topics Role-Specific Training: Depending on the volunteer role (e.g., companionship, respite care, or legacy project), Additional training as needed
Please reach out to
volunteer@bluesummithospice.net
for any questions