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Direct Care Hospice Volunteers Needed - Be Present. Be Human. Be Needed.

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

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Mental Health, Travel & Hospitality, Veterans, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Direct Care Hospice Volunteers Needed - Be Present. Be Human. Be Needed.

    Gentiva Hospice

    Gentiva Hospice in Peoria, IL is seeking compassionate and dependable Direct Care Volunteers to provide comfort, companionship, and support to patients and families during a meaningful time of life.

    What Direct Care Volunteers Do:

    • Provide companionship through conversation, reading, or quiet presence
    • Offer emotional support to patients and caregivers
    • Assist with light, non-medical tasks (such as sitting with patients while caregivers rest)
    • Help enhance patients’ quality of life through kindness and connection

    Who We’re Looking For:

    • Individuals with a caring heart and a desire to serve others
    • Reliable, patient, and respectful volunteers
    • No medical experience required—training is provided
    • Must be at least 18 years old and able to pass required screening

    Volunteer Must (NOT AN EXHAUSITIVE LIST):

    • Complete volunteer application
    • Must be dependable and have access to reliable transportation
    • Undergo background check and drug screen
    • Completed New Hire Communicable Disease/Tuberculosis/Health Screening Questionnaire form and additional state requirements, as required
    • Tuberculin Test Administration Form (unless exempt from TB testing)
    • Completed Hepatitis B Form

    Why Volunteer with Gentiva Hospice:

    • Make a meaningful difference in someone’s life
    • Receive comprehensive hospice volunteer training and ongoing support
    • Flexible scheduling to fit your availability
    • Gain valuable experience in hospice and healthcare settings

    Location: 3930 W War Memorial Dr. Peoria, IL 61615, patient's home, and/or area nursing homes and facilities.

    Time Commitment: Flexible, based on your availability

    If you are interested in making a lasting impact through compassion and presence, we would love to hear from you.

    To Apply or Learn More:

    MaResa Jordan / P: 309.423.3619 - maresa.jordan@gentivahs.com,. https://www.gentivahs.com/careers/volunteers/

    Location

    On-site

    local nursing homes/other

    3930 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL 61614, USA

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    If you want more information, please call 309.423.3619 and request to speak with Volunteer Coordinator. Please ensure to provide your first/last name and contact information.

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