Volunteer Cosmetologists to cut Hospice patients' hair in Montgomery County, MD
ORGANIZATION: Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA)
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JSSA Hospice, a nonprofit that cares for patients in hospice care and their families is seeking volunteers to provide in-home haircuts to patients throughout Montgomery County. Volunteers must be licensed cosmetologists and be vaccinated against COVID-19 and have proof of current influenza immunization.
Hospice Volunteers play an important role as part of JSSA Hospice’s interdisciplinary team by supporting a patient and their family at end of life. Whether this is done remotely or in person, hospice volunteers enhance the experience of patients and families with their compassion and supportive presence. They are vital in observing and noting signs of physical and emotional change in patients that the nursing, social work and spiritual care coordinators need to know, in order to provide the highest possible level of care.
Volunteers provide in person visits from initial admission to our service, to the last days and hours of life, sitting with patients and families, to ensure they are never alone. They bring comfort, respite, and companionship at a time when a compassionate presence is critically needed. Licensed cosmetologist volunteers play a unique role in ensuring the dignity of the patient, bringing joy and promoting their self-esteem.
After going through an orientation, volunteers would work with a coordinator to schedule a time to visit a patient. Patients will generally be in a bed or reclining in a chair and most patients are unable to leave their home to get a haircut due to their health status.
We are looking for all hospice volunteers but need Cosmetologist volunteers throughout the county, including private homes, senior living facilities and nursing homes. We serve a very diverse population of patients and their families in all areas of Montgomery County, and we look forward to hearing from you! Please fill out our volunteer application,
- http://bttr.im/tz1g0
or reach us at 301-816-2676
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About Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA)
Location:
200 Wood Hill Road, Rockville, MD 20850, US
Mission Statement
JSSA is the health and social wellness agency that supports our neighbors in facing life's consequential moments. Serving Montgomery County, MD, northern Virginia, and DC, our work is built on a commitment to healing our corner of the world. OUR MISSION: Recognizing our shared humanity, JSSA empowers individuals and families to enhance well-being across all ages and stages in life. OUR VISION: Guided by Jewish values, we are the partner of choice providing integrated services that enhance the quality of life across our region's diverse communities. OUR VALUES: Dignity, Integrity, Hope, Inclusiveness, Responsibility, and Excellence.
Description
For more than 120 years, the Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) has been helping individuals and families across the Washington metro area meet emotional, social, and physical challenges. JSSA provides services and support to more than 30,000 individuals and families annually through a wide range of counseling, education, specialized employment services, in-home care, hospice, senior care-management, and social services.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
JSSA (Jewish Social Service Agency)6123 Montrose RoadRockville, MD 20852
DATE POSTED
May 7, 2024
SKILLS
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- Cosmetology
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- We will work with your schedule
- Licensed by the Maryland Board of Cosmetologists