Hospice Intermountain Volunteer

Volunteer Description: Volunteers play a vital role in hospice care. They are an integral part of the hospice team who provide patients, caregivers, and families the most comfortable and compassionate end-of-life experience possible. Hospice volunteers are compassionate people who have a tremendous impact on the lives of the patients that they serve, the hospice team of which they are a part, and the families and friends of the terminally ill.

Volunteer Opportunities Patient Care

• Offer companionship and support to hospice patients and their families, including social visits, reading, playing games, or writing personal/family history. Respite Care
• Relieve caregivers who are physically and emotionally exhausted from providing care for a loved one, allowing caregivers to run errands, exercise, or simply have some time alone. Bereavement Support
• Provide support to families and help them through the death and grieving process. Create hand molds of patients. Work closely with social workers and chaplains to facilitate memorial celebrations and follow up with families, providing bereavement backpacks for children in the home. Office Support
• Provide administrative services to the hospice staff. Tasks include sending birthday cards, assembling mailing packets, supply calls to patients, and assisting in hospice events.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older Able to work alone and independent (within scope of assigned duties) Able to work well with diverse populations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Good listening skills. Active listener Maintain and respect professional relationships Sound mental and emotional health Sensitive to patient and family situations / dynamics Able to stay calm in stressful situations Self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable Must be able to commit to at least 2 hours per week for a minimum of 6-months Physical Requirements: No Additional Description Available Unpaid volunteer contributing time to Intermountain Healthcare in various roles.

No Description Available No Additional Description Available Location: Home Health and Hospice

• Ogden City: South Ogden State: Utah Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.