Volunteer Opportunities!

Lighthouse Hospice; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated volunteer team at a premier hospice provider and make a meaningful impact in your community. This opportunity allows you to bring joy, comfort, and support to patients and their families in various roles, from patient care to organizational support and even music therapy. Whether you have a certified therapy pet or simply a compassionate heart, your contributions will help enhance the lives of those in need. Embrace the chance to be part of a mission-driven organization that values the importance of end-of-life care and the difference you can make in someone's day.

Qualifications

• Understanding of hospice philosophy and compassionate approach to care.
• Ability to pass background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Visit patients to offer companionship and support caregivers.
• Help in offices, send cards, and organize memories for patients.
• Use musical talents to provide comfort and joy to patients.

Skills

Compassion

Communication Skills

Empathy

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join Lighthouse Hospice's dedicated volunteer team and bring joy, comfort, and support to those who need it most. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities that cater to different skills and interests. Whether you enjoy direct interaction with patients, supporting behind the scenes, or sharing your special talents, there's a place for you here. Explore the different ways you can make a difference and find the perfect volunteer role for you!

VOLUNTEERS ARE NOT PAID EMPLOYEES AND DO NOT RECEIVE COMPENSATION FOR THEIR TIME.

Who we are:

At Lighthouse Hospice, we take immense pride in being a premier provider of end-of-life care. Our mission-driven and patient-centric approach sets us apart. We are looking for volunteers like YOU to be part of our journey as we continue to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities

1. Become a Patient Care Volunteer! Visit patients to offer companionship and give caregivers a break. Activities include reading, hobbies, and running errands. Make a difference in someone's day!
2. Join as an Organizational Volunteer! Support our care team behind the scenes by helping in our offices, sending cards to family members, organizing special memories for patients, sewing memory bears or blankets, and more. Your support can make a big impact!
3. Share Your Talent as a Musician Volunteer! Use your musical gifts to brighten patients' days and provide comfort to our healthcare staff. Your music can be a source of peace and joy.
4. Bring happiness as a Pet Therapy Volunteer! Share the love of your Certified Therapy Pet with patients. No hospice experience is needed, just a certified and vaccinated pet. Your visits can bring immense joy and emotional support.
5. Serve as a Veteran Volunteer! Connect with fellow veterans, provide companionship, and participate in meaningful ceremonies. Your unique insights can help support and honor our veteran patients.

Qualifications

1. Understanding and supportive of hospice philosophy.
2. Compassionate person who is accepting and respectful of people's differences.
3. Must be able to pass background check requirements.

Min

USD $0.00/Hr.

Max

USD $0.00/Hr.