COMMUNITY SERVICES/SPEAKERS BUREAU VOLUNTEER

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Raises community awareness of the hospice concept and philosophy and represents the hospice organization in the community

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Completion of hospice volunteer training program. Program and/or speakers

bureau training as appropriate

Credentials: None

Experience: None

Core Competencies: Accurate knowledge about hospice philosophy, structure, regulatory requirements

and reimbursement factors. Ability to speak comfortably before a group. Good organizational skills and ability to complete tasks. Willing to participate in on-going programs and peer support groups. Make a time commitment of one year to serve a minimum of two hours a week as needed.

Other: Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

REPORTS TO: Volunteer Coordinator

SUPERVISES: None

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Makes approved presentations to various organizations explaining hospice philosophy, including bereavement services, hospice criteria, etc.

1. Solicits and coordinates speaking engagements, upon request.

1. Presents oneself in neat, professional attire suitable to the occasion.

1. Attends monthly meetings, e.g. hospice continuing education classes, support group, and/or social functions as requested.

1. Assists in planning and hosting programs and/or social functions for the hospice community, patients and their families in bereavement.

1. Assists with art projects, photography, posters, and development of cards, flyers and/or other special projects.

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the position as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that maybe inherent in the position.

1. Evidence of good physical and mental health.
2. Average vision/hearing
3. Frequent bending and reaching
4. Repetitive standing, walking and use of hands.
5. Phone communication skills.
6. Able to drive a car to community events.

Protective Equipment Required = As required by task and procedure.

Exposure/Risk Category = III - Exposure to blood, blood products and body fluids not likely

HIPAA Level = 3