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11 people are interested
VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit Volunteers (Merritt Island)
ORGANIZATION: VITAS Healthcare of Brevard
Please visit the new page to apply.
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11 people are interested
VITAS Volunteers give their time to terminally ill patients and their families at a critical time. There is a variety of tasks at an inpatient hospice unit.
Volunteers may choose to: visit with patients and families, read books, write letters or play games with patients and/or families, visit with your pet, sing or play music for patients and their families, help with administrative duties.
The VITAS unit is open 24 hours seven days a week.
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About VITAS Healthcare of Brevard
Location:
4450 W.Eau Gallie Blvd., Suite 250, Melbourne, FL 32934, US
Mission Statement
VITAS Healthcare recognizes the importance of a strong and innovative program. Volunteers are an integral part of the hospice program, allowing VITAS Healthcare to continue personalizing, enhancing and expanding services offered to patients and families. By exemplifying the VITAS Healthcare Values, volunteers serve as patient and family advocates and are proactive in meeting the needs of patients and families. VITAS Healthcare integrates volunteers into the hospice team by actively recruiting, training, supporting and creatively utilizing volunteers to meet patient and family needs. Volunteers and their contributions are respected and valued.
Description
Volunteers are the heart of VITAS Healthcare, providing friendly, non-medical patient and family care and offering support services in our office. VITAS Healthcare is looking for volunteers who are able to share their time with hospice patients living at home, nursing homes or ALF. Hospice volunteers give their time to terminally ill patients and their caregivers during a critical time. In orientation classes they are trained in listening skills, family dynamics and the right words to say to patients and their loved ones at the end of life.
VITAS takes pride in its volunteers, and we welcome you to become part of our team. There are many locations throughout the Brevard County area you can choose from. Your commitment is completely up to you and your time is always appreciated. For more information visit www.VITAS.com.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1100 S. Courtenay ParkwayMerritt Island, FL 32952
DATE POSTED
October 18, 2016
SKILLS
- Patient Care
- Elder care
- Hospice Care
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Time and dates are ongoing and flexible.
- VITAS Volunteer orientation is provided free of charge to help you learn the skills required to work