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Flexible Schedule
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Clearwater, FL 33760
Palliative Arts Volunteer Patient and Family Support volunteers comfort patients by providing holistic services in the following modalities: Pet Visits - The use of pets to provide comfort, peace and well-being. Pets must be evaluated and certified by an approved certification organization. Some breed exclusions apply. Guided Meditation - The use of guided meditation helps to focus and clear the mind using a combination of mental and physical techniques. Aromatherapy - The use of essential oils to promote health of the body, mind and spirit. Aromatherapy training required. Reiki - The use of energy therapy techniques to promote relaxation, comfort and create a sense of peacefulness. Reiki training offered for Patient and Family Support and Bereavement Support volunteers. Caring Touch- The use of gentle massage techniques designed to help promote deep relaxation and to promote relief from pain/discomfort. Licensed Massage Therapy - The use of hands-on techniques delivered by Florida licensed massage therapists to promote relaxation and reduce pain. Music - The use of music as a tool, gift or opportunity to bring peach and comfort. Musicians may perform for patients or share musical interests with patients via music CD's or iPods. ***Empath Health Does Not Offer Volunteer Hours for Court Ordered Community Service*** Volunteer Orientation is a 3 hour training session for individuals interested in learning more about Empath Health’s volunteer opportunities. Patient/Family Support Training consists of 6 hours of training for individuals interested in providing caring support to Suncoast Hospice patients and families. Empath Health Volunteer Orientation is a prerequisite. To register for class and verify locations: Please call Volunteer Registration at 727-523-3440. Registration ends 3 business days before the start of training.
Date Posted: 2024-05-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Clearwater, FL 33760
If you enjoy interacting with people and supporting them along their healthcare journey - this is the volunteer opportunity for you. Patient and Family Support - Provide support to patients and their families though companionship, errand running, respite, and other special activities. Volunteers can choose to visit patients in their home, assisted living or nursing home facility or in-patient care centers. Volunteer a few hours a week or a couple hours a month, flexible scheduling is available. No experience or medial background necessary; training and background screening provided at no cost. Training offered at different locations and dates. ***Empath Health Does Not Offer Volunteer Hours for Court Ordered Community Service*** Volunteer Orientation is a 3 hour training session for individuals interested in learning more about Empath Health’s volunteer opportunities. Patient/Family Support Training consists of 6 hours of training for individuals interested in providing caring support to Suncoast Hospice patients and families. Empath Health Volunteer Orientation is a prerequisite. To register for class and verify locations: Please call Volunteer Registration at 727-523-3440. Registration ends three business days before the start of training.
Date Posted: 2024-05-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Clearwater, FL 33760
Deliver supplies to patients homes/assisted living facilities/nursing homes. Make a difference in the few moments that you are there by being the friendly face on the other side of the door. Routes begin from central Pinellas and are directed back to where you live or your location of choice. Volunteers requested to commit to a 2-3 hour shift per week (bi-monthly and monthly opportunities also available). Flexible scheduling: daytime, afternoons, evenings and weekends available with the largest need being evening and weekends. Driver orientation required after Patient and Family Support Training ***Empath Health Does Not Offer Volunteer Hours for Court Ordered Community Service*** Volunteer Orientation is a 3 hour training session for individuals interested in learning more about Empath Health's volunteer opportunities. Patient & Family Support Training consists of 6 hours of training for individuals interested in providing caring support to Suncoast Hospice Patients and families. Empath Health Volunteer Orientation is a prerequisite. To register for a class and verify locations, Please call Volunteer Services at 727-523-3440.
Date Posted: 2024-05-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Clearwater, FL 33760
If you are someone who enjoys working behind the scenes, using your administrative, organizational or planning skills - this is the volunteer role for you! Volunteer a few hours a week, a couple hours a month, or one-time. No experience or medical background necessary; training is provided at no cost. Office Support - Provide office, phone and computer support. Answer phones and take messages, computer data entry, audit documents and support specialized projects. Strong computer skills a plus, but not required. Locations in Palm Harbor, Clearwater, St. Petersburg. Offices open Monday through Friday between 8:30am-5:00pm. Welcome Center Greeter- Serve as first point of contact for guests in welcome centers. Contact staff to notify of appointments, provide general information, process donations and other customer service tasks. Locations in Palm Harbor, Clearwater and St. Petersburg and Brandon. Offices are open Monday through Friday between 8:30am-5:00pm. Corporate Volunteer Program- Empath Health partners with corporations and local businesses that encourage volunteerism within their workplaces and are interested in supporting our mission. Projects vary according to a group’s size, location preference, employee skills and interests, the time of year, as well as the needs of the Empath Health members. Training: Not required for one-time only volunteer projects Maintenance/Durable Medical Equipment (DME) volunteer- assists maintenance and/or DME technicians with functions including pressure washing, painting, carpet cleaning, meeting room set-up, and light maintenance or carpentry tasks. S pecial Events - Assist in making fundraising and friendraising events successful. Welcome guests, sell drawing tickets, solicit audition items and sponsorships. Visit the Suncoast Hospice Foundation website for more information on upcoming events. ***Empath Health Does Not Offer Volunteer Hours for Court Ordered Community Service*** Volunteer Orientation is a 3 hour training session for individuals interested in learning more about Empath Health’s volunteer opportunities. To register for class and verify locations: Please call Volunteer Registration at 727-523-3440. Registration ends 3 business days before the start of training.
Date Posted: 2024-05-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Clearwater, FL 33760
The Empath Café volunteer assists the dietary department staff with Café functions including operating POS computer, assisting with food service, maintaining Café environment. ESSENTIAL TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES Greets guests in Empath Café; provides direction to guests as needed Practices good hand hygiene and safe food handling techniques Maintains paper supplies in armoire and cutlery on table Maintains trays and returns trays to 'dirty’ stack location Replenishes salad bar items at direction of Dietary staff member Cleans tables as needed; empties trash as needed Functions as 'cashier’ using POS system (no cash system) Maintains close communication with dietary staff member throughout shift Provides excellent customer service to all guests (staff and fellow volunteers)
Date Posted: 2024-05-15