Hospice Volunteer (Unpaid)

BAYADA Home Health Care; York; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate volunteers to join their team in York County. This role is vital in providing emotional support and assistance to clients and families dealing with terminal illness. Volunteers will engage in various tasks, such as home management, companionship, and bereavement support, ensuring that clients receive the care they deserve. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment. If you have a heart for service and a desire to help, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and families.
• Completion of a criminal background check as per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with home management tasks and provide companionship.
• Support caregivers and help with clerical office tasks.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Home management assistance

Emotional support

Clerical work assistance

Education

Ability to read and write in English

Job description

This is an unpaid position.

BAYADA Hospice is looking for Volunteers in York County!

BAYADA Hospice is currently seeking candidates for our Volunteer, Hospice position to be a part of our team in our Harrisburg Office, located in Harrisburg, PA. This office services clients in territories throughout York County.

Do you want to make a difference in people’s lives? Do you have a compassionate heart and a drive to help people? At BAYADA Hospice, we believe that our clients and their families deserve care delivered with compassion, excellence, and reliability. Your important work will help ensure that our clients come first and that our BAYADA caregivers have the support they need to be successful. The Volunteer, Hospice Services is a member of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) who provides assistance to clients, families, and caregivers with home management, emotional support, and other supportive tasks related to terminal illness and end of life.

Volunteers Needed For:

• Assistance with home management tasks.
• Providing companionship and friendship to clients.
• Providing caregiver relief.
• Specialty areas: Veteran-to-Veteran Support, Reiki, Massage, Pet Therapy, Craft Volunteer, End of Life Doula.
• Sharing special talents, such as music or art.
• Providing assistance as a transport escort, as needed.
• Assisting with clerical work and other office tasks.
• Memorial Service Planning.
• Bereavement support to loved ones.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write, and effectively communicate in English.
• Have a criminal background check completed, as per state requirements.
• Meet all state requirements for volunteers, where applicable.
• Meet the BAYADA requirements and state regulations for the discipline, if providing professional services.

BAYADA believes that our clients and their families deserve home health care delivered with compassion, excellence, and reliability.