Hospice Volunteer

BRIGHTON HOSPICE GEORGIA LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

BRIGHTON HOSPICE GEORGIA LLC is looking for passionate volunteers in Atlanta, GA, to assist hospice patients and their families. You will support them in various ways, including visiting, socializing, and helping with clerical tasks.

No prior medical experience is needed; just a willingness to make a difference. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation. Join our team and provide meaningful support to those in need.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and active auto insurance.
• Reliable transportation to travel to patient's homes.
• Willing to submit to a detailed background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and their families with various tasks.
• Help with bereavement program and community outreach.
• Engage in reading, games, or activities with patients.

Skills

Passionate about helping others

Good communication skills

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GA - Atlanta - Atlanta, GA 30033

Position Type: Volunteer

Job Shift: Any

Are you looking for something meaningful to do with your spare time? Brighton Hospice provides a variety of ways to give back and support others.

Volunteer Role

A hospice volunteer is an individual trained by Brighton Hospice to assist patients, their families, and the hospice team. You don't need any prior medical experience. You can help fulfill the promise of hospice in many ways to our patients and their families.

As a hospice volunteer, you may assist with patient-related or non-patient-related tasks. Our volunteers select the tasks they are most comfortable performing.

Volunteer Tasks

Examples of volunteer tasks include but are not limited to

• Visit with the patient wherever they live (e.g., at home, an assisted living or skilled nursing facility)
• Assist with letter writing or other projects
• Read to the patient or join them in watching a favorite TV program
• Play games with the patient or family
• Take the patient outside or for a walk
• Assist with clerical tasks
• Assist with the bereavement program
• Community outreach

Benefits

This is a volunteer role with no hourly wage or other compensation provided.

Qualifications

We are looking for volunteers who are

• At least 18 years of age
• Passionate about helping others
• Have a valid driver's license
• Have active auto insurance
• Have reliable transportation for the purpose of traveling to patient's homes
• Willing to submit to a detailed background check