-
Flexible Schedule
|
Boston, MA 02201
AmeriCorps Senior Companions (Must be 55+) offer one-on-one services to those who have difficulty completing everyday tasks. Volunteers assist with: grocery shopping light meal prep escorts to medical appointments Respite to family caregivers medication reminders, and Companionship in the home Because of this program, thousands of residents can live with dignity in their own homes. For their service, Senior Companions receive a $4.00 an hour (tax-free) stipend and reimbursement for: transportation some meals, and free accident and liability insurance during service. ELIGIBILITY Be 55+ years of age Income Qualify Pass a Background Check Have a Valid ID Must be able to serve at least 5 hours per week *Must be a Boston resident*
Date Posted: Apr 15, 2025
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Boston, MA 02201
Become an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Volunteer and serve with the Children's Hospital - You must be age 55 or over. Surgical Liaison There are 80-100 procedures performed in the operating rooms each day. Most of the families wait in the hospital’s Family Waiting suite during their child’s surgery. The Liaison Nurses are kept very busy providing support, information and crisis intervention for several families at a time. They coordinate with, and make referrals to staff in many areas of the hospital. The nurse arranges for parents to visit their child in the post anesthesia care unit (PACU). They escort the parents to the PACU and provide information about the child’s appearance and condition. Many of the families are waiting for a child who will be going home (Day Surgery). Although day surgery procedures are usually of short duration, the parents are often very nervous and in need of support and information. QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES: Excellent customer service skills, outgoing personality, mature individual Caring and compassionate Ability to stay calm under pressure and remain focused in a very busy environment Comfortable working with all age groups Able to stay calm when dealing with anxious patients/family members Position is physically demanding. The volunteer walks long distances between two buildings each shift. Familiarity with the hospital layout and environment. DAILY PRINCIPAL DUTIES OF THE VOLUNTEER: Greet parents when they arrive in the waiting area Direct parents to rest rooms, lockers, phones, cafeteria, chapel, garden, lactation room, Ctr. For Families, etc. Notify Liaison Nurses when parents have questions, are due for a report or appear very anxious Sit and talk with parent who may be alone Alert Liaison Nurses to psychosocial or medical issues revealed by parents or other significant visitors so that appropriate interventions can be arranged Assist Liaison Nurses, surgeons, and visitors in locating parents Record parent cell phone numbers in log if needed Assist two adult visitors to child’s bedside in recovery as requested by nurse
Date Posted: May 2, 2025
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Boston, MA 02201
Become an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Volunteer and Provide Companionship to Individuals with Disabilities- You must be age 55 or over. This opportunity is in Dorchester. We are looking for a volunteer who wants to lead activities and would enjoy being a shining light in the community for individuals with disabilities, with the simplicity of companionship being the goal. We offer a variety of daily activities, but are open to new ideas if you would like to share them. Examples include: Walking Exercise Bingo Games Arts + Crafts Cooking Group Book Club
Date Posted: May 21, 2025
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Boston, MA 02201
Become an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Volunteer and serve with the Faulkner Hospital - You must be age 55 or over. Service Summary: This volunteer would help assist patients and families find their way around the hospital in order to get to an appointment or visit with a loved one. Duties: Stand by the Atrium elevators and assisted people who may not know how to get to their appointment Provide directions to patients Escort patients to appointment if necessary Direct to the hospital ambassador if the individual is not sure what type of appointment it is Find wheelchairs throughout the hospital if necessary Essential Skills Needed: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent customer service skills Commitment Pleasant demeanor Ability to follow directions and take supervision Ability to be on feet for an extended period
Date Posted: May 9, 2025
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Boston, MA 02201
Become an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Volunteer and serve with the Beth Israel - You must be age 55 or over. POSITION SUMMARY: Surgical Liaisons provide a warm and caring presence for the waiting families of patients undergoing surgery. They provide updated information about the progress of the patient, alert physicians who need to communicate with the families, and maintain communication between the PACU (Recovery) and the families. Role involves some walking between waiting areas and PACU to convey information and assist patients/families with wayfinding. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Warm and friendly personality 2. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to provide a calming, supportive influence in stressful situations 3. Excellent organizational skills 4. Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment The Liaison scheduled 10-2 will help bring patients to the pre-op area, answer surgery-related phone calls, and provide information by utilizing the PIMS program in the computer. The afternoon Liaison scheduled 2-6pm will answer surgery-related calls and will provide updated information to friends and families, also using PIMS. This may require them to go into PACU to speak directly with the nurse for the update. Additionally, Liaisons will: 1. Identify families in the waiting areas 2. Alert Surgical Nurse Liaison to inquiries from family regarding progress of surgery. 3. Alert physicians about the presence and location of families needing to be contacted 4. Update families as to the status of their loved one. Volunteers never provide medical information. Medical information must be provided by clinical staff and/or physician. 5. Provide a caring presence for families needing extra support 6. Provide families information appropriate to their needs (e.g., cafeterias, phones, etc.) 7. Contact social worker as appropriate (emergencies, difficult situation with family) DEPARTMENTAL-SPECIFIC ORIENTATION WILL COVER THE FOLLOWING: Orientation will include a tour of the area, discussion about the role and boundaries, and shadowing one or more experienced Surgical Liaisons. The Coordinator will be responsible for training/orientation.
Date Posted: May 2, 2025
