Pet Therapy Volunteer for Hospice!
ORGANIZATION: The Care Team Hospice
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We are looking for a volunteer who has a certified pet to visit with hospice patients! The Pet Therapist works directly with The Care Team Hospice patients, families and facilities offering comfort and support through pet visitation.
Basic Qualifications:
- Certified Pet Therapist - provide proof of certification
- Provide pet vaccination records - vaccines must be up to date
- Provide a trusting atmosphere that encourages patient participation
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills
- Complete volunteer training course
- Complete application and undergo interview with Volunteer Coordinator
- Complete criminal background check
- Animal has own insurance coverage
- Complete TB test or TB health questionnaire
- Wear I.D. badge while representing The Care Team Hospice
- Maintain patient confidentiality in all matters and sign confidentiality agreement
- Ability to maintain agreed time commitment and to notify Volunteer Coordinator of changes in availability, including absences or illness
Tasks May Include:
- Meet with patients in-person to conduct pet therapy sessions
- Provide emotional support and companionship
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About The Care Team Hospice
Location:
5401 Gateway Center Suite D, FLINT, MI 48507, US
Mission Statement
We are a hospice company looking for compassionate volunteers to spend about 1-2 hours a week with a patient in your area. Our patients simply need someone willing to listen, encourage and spend time with them. Truly, anyone with a heart for hospice patients can volunteer.
Description
We are proud to be a part of the "We Honor Veterans" program; all our veterans deserve to have the best end of life care. In order to continue providing our patients with the compassionate care they deserve we rely on our volunteers, the heart of our company.
Volunteers do NOT give personal care. Companionship visits only.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
300 Monroe Avenue NorthwestGrand Rapids, MI 49503
DATE POSTED
October 16, 2024
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Administrative Support
- Animal Therapy
- Hospice Care
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- A schedule can be worked out between volunteer and our care team!