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Reiki Volunteer with SouthernCare Hospice

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ORGANIZATION: VANTAGE Aging RSVP

REPORTS TO
Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/ Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS)

DESCRIPTION
The Reiki Volunteer serves as an additional support to patients, families and caregivers by performing Reiki to facilitate the body’s "relaxation response". Provision of Reiki may promote a reduction in anxiety, muscle tension, or pain, and can promote wellness and a greater sense of well-being. The Reiki volunteer may only perform Reiki to the head, neck, shoulders, arms and below the groin. Visits may occur in the patient’s home or in a professional care setting. All care provided by the Reiki Volunteer is outlined in the Volunteer Care Plan and agreed upon by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).

QUALIFICATIONS
The Reiki Volunteer must have an understanding of Hospice Philosophy and possess the ability to actively listen and communicate compassionately with patients, families and caregivers. He/ she must have access to reliable transportation.

RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide comfort and support, to assigned patients in accordance with the Volunteer Plan of Care
2. Provide Reiki visits to all patients and families in all care settings (based on facility guidelines and policies)
3. Participate in Volunteer support or peer groups and/ or training with other Volunteers
4. Provide availability on a regular basis and/ or keeping with the assigned family and caregiver needs as outlined and defined in the Volunteer Plan of Care
5. Maintain regular communication with the Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer Services.
6. Report any concerns, problems, or sudden changes in patient, family and caregiver status to the Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/ Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS) (or appropriate personnel).
7. Perform duties within the established Volunteer Care Plan and function within authorized activities according to the individual’s ability, knowledge, and training. Does not assume tasks or decisions which are outside the scope of the Reiki Volunteer or are within the domain of other persons, e.g. family, caregiver, facility staff member or hospice clinical personnel
8. Document and record hours of service and return Volunteer Visit Notes to the Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/ Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS) within a timely manner, i.e. 24-48 hours.
9. Maintain family and caregiver confidentiality and abide by federal regulations related to privacy practices, e.g. HIPAA
10. Assure for compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures
11. Meet or exceed delivery of Company Service Standards and operate under the company’s Code of Conduct
12. Be evaluated annually based on competency and performance by the Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/ Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS)
13. 'Participate in continual education and training, including mandatory annual in-services (HIPAA, Tuberculosis, Emergency Preparedness, etc.)

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About VANTAGE Aging RSVP

Location:

388 S Main St., Ste. 235, Akron, OH 44311, US

Mission Statement

Promoting a positive perspective on aging.

Description

VANTAGE Aging promotes positive aging through a variety of programs and services for older adults. Our nonprofit organization serves 38 counties and is headquartered in Akron, Ohio. In Summit and Medina Counties, we facilitate the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) for those 55 and older who want to make a meaningful impact in the community. We also offer employment training, home care and home health aide assistance, nutrition and home-delivered meal services, alcohol and drug addiction counseling, and mental health and prevention services.

CAUSE AREAS

Health & Medicine
Seniors
Health & Medicine, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

3575 Forest Lake DriveSte. 550Uniontown, OH 44685

(40.96582,-81.4697)
 

SKILLS

  • Hospice Care
  • Spiritual Healing
  • People Skills
  • Relationship Building

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 55

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