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Hospice Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Flossmoor, IL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    There are opportunities for a flexible and and/or fixed schedule
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    9
    Cause Areas:
    Disability, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Hospice Volunteer

    Volunteers are the heart of hospice care. At Oasis, we deeply value our volunteers and recognize the compassion and strength it takes to serve individuals and families at the end of life.

    Oasis Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking compassionate, dedicated volunteers who want to make a meaningful difference in their community. If you feel called to provide comfort, care, and support when it matters most, we invite you to apply!

    As an Oasis Hospice Volunteer, you will be an integral member of our interdisciplinary care team, supporting both patients and their families through a variety of services.

    Volunteer Opportunities Include:

    • Patient care (in-home visits, facility visits, inpatient unit social support)
    • Respite care
    • Patient and family wellness calls
    • Light household chores
    • Running errands
    • Administrative and office support
    • Creative contributions (knitting, scrapbooking, art, photography, music, etc.)
    • Special events

    We offer flexible scheduling options, allowing you to volunteer on a fixed or adaptable schedule that fits your availability.

    Position Qualifications:

    • A mature individual who supports the hospice philosophy
    • Comfortable with personal spirituality and serving others with compassion
    • Completion of Oasis Hospice & Palliative Care’s volunteer training and orientation program
    • Previous volunteer experience is helpful but not required
    • Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
    • For home visits: must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance in accordance with state requirements

    Location

    On-site

    Oasis Hospice & Palliative Care

    19810 Governors Hwy, Homewood, IL 60422, USA

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    Instructions:

    Volunteer must be in or near Flossmoor, IL or greater Chicagoland area

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