Volunteers are an integral part of our hospice program and there are countless ways to volunteer. We have volunteers that visit with patients in order to provide companionship or provide the caregiver much needed respite; create music playlists for those suffering from dementia; light housework; walk the dog; clerical work in the office like scrap booking, sending bereavement mailers, running errands, and celebrating birthdays and anniversaries with patients, just to name a few. Volunteers often connect with patients on a deep, personal level, which provides the hospice care team with valuable insights.
All volunteers complete a training in order to
Understand the hospice philosophy
Understand the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of the patients and families.
Communicate with patients and families.Currently, on our volunteer team, we have a harpist, flautist, realtor, dog therapist, a dog companion, university students, homemakers and retirees. Some of our volunteers are medical professions students and are here to gain knowledge and experience. Encompass is a preceptor for Idaho State University.Join us for the most fulfilling volunteer work you will ever experience.
If you were to ask a hospice volunteer what it is like to give their time to a dying person and their family, they would tell you it is about living life to its fullest. It is an honor to be a part of someone's final stages of this life. It is most rewarding to know that you brought a measure of quality to that life.
Shadowing nurses, social workers, and chaplains is part of the training program. There is also a quarterly in-service for continuing education.
Currently, on our volunteer team, we have a harpist, flautist, realtor, dog therapist, a dog companion, university students, homemakers and retirees. Some of our volunteers are medical professions students and are here to gain knowledge and experience. Encompass is a preceptor for Idaho State University.
If you were to ask a hospice volunteer what it is like to give their time to a dying person and their family, they would tell you it is about living life to its fullest. It is an honor to be a part of someone's final stages of this life. It is most rewarding to know that you brought a measure of quality to that life.
Join us for the most fulfilling volunteer work you will ever experience.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Encompass Health
Location:
1479 Bench Rd, Pocatello, ID 83201, US
Mission Statement
At Encompass Health, we believe hospice is not a place, but rather a philosophy of care. Our goal is to bring dignity and comfort home by offering compassionate care to patients and their families during the final stages of life. .
Description
Encompass Health is looking for patient companions, clerical, musical, PAWS program to provide the patients with the best possible care during their final months and weeks of life. Volunteers provide non-medical services and respite time for caregivers and family members. As a hospice volunteer, you will be given choices as to how much and what types of things you want to do.
A few ways you can help as a hospice volunteer is by running errands for patients and families, playing games or reading with patients, walking and caring for family pets, or even creating a photo album of the patient and their family.
For more information, please contact: Jennifer Maynard Volunteer Coordinator 208-220-2669
Animals
Health & Medicine
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
183 VISTA DRIVEPocatello, ID83201
(42.87936,-112.42399)
DATE POSTED
June 15, 2021
SKILLS
Administrative Support
Animal Therapy
Bereavement Support
Hospice Care
GOOD FOR
Kids
Teens
People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
Driver's License Needed
Background Check
Must be at least 14
Orientation or Training
The time commitment is very flexible. Our volunteers set their own schedule. Volunteer for an hour a month to 5 hours a week.
Encompass Health is seeking volunteers that are compassionate, possess great listening skills and are dependable.
