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A Coveted Volunteer Opportunity in Hospice Volunteer Coordination
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Description
đ COVETED OPPORTUNITY
Volunteer Coordinator
Hospice & Activities Program â San Antonio Branch
Hosted by Elara Caring
â€ïž A HighâImpact Internship That Builds RealâWorld Skills
This unique internship offers handsâon leadership experience in hospice volunteer coordination, facility activity support, and interdisciplinary healthcare exposure. Designed for students or emerging professionals, this internship goes far beyond observation â you will actively participate in operations that directly support patients, families, and residents.
Only two VOLUNTEER slots are available each cycle, making this a competitive and highly soughtâafter opportunity.
đŒ One slot has the potential to transition into a paid partâtime Volunteer Coordinator position.
đ VOLUNTEER Expectations
Hours & Schedule
- 28+ hours per week
- Monday through Friday
- Occasional flexibility for special events or facility needs
- Hybrid field/branch experience
Primary Location
- Elara Caring â San Antonio Branch
- Travel to local partner facilities and patient homes (rideâalong style) included
đ©ââïž Field & Interdisciplinary Exposure
VOLUNTEERS will work closely with multiple hospice disciplines to understand the full continuum of care:
- Licensed Social Workers
- Chaplains
- Registered Nurses
- Activity Coordinators
- Hospice Volunteer Coordinator
- Bereavement team (as available)
This exposure is designed to give interns a comprehensive understanding of hospice care, patient needs, family support, and interdisciplinary teamwork.
â Core Internship Responsibilities
Hospice Volunteer Coordination
- Recruit, interview, screen, and train volunteers
- Assist in tracking compliance, hours, and regulatory documentation
- Support onboarding, coaching, and volunteer retention
- Learn CMS hospice volunteer standards
- Promote Elara Caringâs mission of dignity, comfort, and compassionate care
- Support the Hospice Foundation 501c through fundraising and building awareness
Resident Activities Support
- Help plan and lead recreational, social, and therapeutic activities
- Support monthly activity calendar creation
- Set up, facilitate, and clean up after activities
- Build meaningful rapport with residents
- Encourage engagement, participation, and social connection
đ Who This Internship Is Perfect For
Students or emerging professionals in:
- Activities Director
- Social Work
- Marketing or Sales
- Human Services
- Nonprofit Management
- Event Planning / Recreation Therapy
- Life Coaches or Social Specialist
- Healthcare Administration
đ What You Gain
- Hospice & healthcare exposure
- Leadership experience
- Volunteer management skills
- Activity planning & program coordination
- Interdisciplinary field experience
- Mentorship under an Elara Caring Volunteer Coordinator
- A standout résumé credential
- Real pathways to employment
- All Volunteers gain professional experience for resume and professional references
- (One Volunteer may be offered a paid partâtime VC role)
Location
Associated Location
Elara Caring Hospice
suite 710
Please fill out this form
Submit Your Resume and valid driver license:
A simple resume, activity summary, or list of relevant experiences is helpful but not required. PDF or Word format preferred.
Provide a Short Statement of Interest:
In 3â5 sentences, tell us why this role appeals to you and what strengths you feel you bring.
Optional Supporting Documents:
- School verification if you are requesting academic credit
- Any certifications or relevant training (if applicable)
Availability Details:
Please include your general availability MondayâFriday and the earliest date you can begin.
