Nonprofit
Published 1 month ago
Be Part of Someone's Legacy--Become a Hospice Volunteer!
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near New York, NY
Details
Commitment Details:
Minimum 2 hours/week for 3 months or more
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
200
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
Good For:
Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
16+
Other Requirements:
Two references, Criminal Background check and Medical clearance (free of charge).
Description
MJHS
Hospice provides a specialized program of care and services for end-of-life patients. MJHS Hospice provides care for pediatric and adult patients in homes, nursing homes, assisted living communities, inpatient facilities and hospitals.
MJHS Hospice Volunteer opportunities include:
- Providing support and companionship to patients and their families
- Participating in leisure activities such as reading, listening to music, playing games with patients
- Supporting or organizing group activities for patients
- Listening compassionately to patients and their families
- Providing office or clerical support for our hospice team
- Complementary therapies
Requirements for all categories of volunteers:
- 18 years or older for patient care.
- 16 years or older for Administrative Activity
- Mandatory orientation required
- Background Check (no charge to applicant)
- Medical Clearance (no charge to applicant)
- Minimum 2 hours/week
- minimum of 3 months
Required skills for patient visits: discretion, patience, compassion and dedication
Preferred clerical and office support skills include: receptionist skills, computer skills, organizational skills and filing
Location
On-site
New York, New York, US
