- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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44 people are interested
Hospice Volunteer || Friendly Visitor to Hospice Patients
ORGANIZATION: Huntington Hospice
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
44 people are interested
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Volunteer provides Patient supportive services and patient care according to his/her/their experience and thorough training, in compliance with organization policies.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serves as an integral member of our interdisciplinary group in a variety of settings: home visits/friendly visitor, bereavement and/or administrative & office duties.
- With training: Volunteers may also have the opportunity to provide respite in the home support to caregivers and hospice patients.
- Meets all health requirements per Huntington Hospice policy
- Maintain open communication and report regularly to the Volunteer Coordinator.
- Assignment of other duties (as needed) under the direction of the volunteer coordinator.
- Participate in interdisciplinary group meetings, as appropriate.
This volunteer opportunity is for field visits.
* Location of volunteer is taken into consideration upon placement.
More opportunities with Huntington Hospice
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Huntington Hospice
Location:
180 W Live Oak Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007, US
Mission Statement
Commitment to Excellence: With close to two decades of skilled nursing, home health, hospice, and palliative experience, our staff is passionately committed to the wellbeing of every patient. We base our mission on placing a priceless value on every patient and we do our utmost to prolong and enhance the quality of life as much as possible by providing the best care and emotional support during challenging situations, supporting daily activities, and bringing comfort, solace, and even joy to the patient and their family
Description
At Huntington, we understand the anxiety, fear, pain, and discomfort that end-of-life situations bring to patients and their families. We hold your hand with gentle compassion and place great emphasis on respecting your needs and values while coordinating medical management and doing everything possible to extend life and enhance quality of life.
Fully accredited and licensed, we comply with all Federal civil rights laws and are culturally sensitive to service the full spectrum of society. Medicare, Medical, and ACHC certified, and accepting of most insurance providers, we assist patients, and their families navigate prior insurance intricacies for eligibility authorization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
12750 Center Court Drive SouthCerritos, CA 90703
DATE POSTED
March 1, 2024
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Bereavement Support
- Patient Care
- People Skills
- Hospice Care
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- We work with your schedule. Come be a part of our team of compassionate care providers. We are committed to providing comfort care and End-of-life support to our Patients and their families.
- We are currently seeking volunteers who are interested in becoming a Friendly Visitor and providing companionship to our hospice patients. Maximum 1-hour commitment per week and we match you with a patient in your area.