Nonprofit
Published 4/17/26 2:30PM

Bereavement Support Volunteer-Join our Hospice Team! [Milwaukee Office]

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Milwaukee, WI
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    1-4 hours each week.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Family, Health & Medicine
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Background check and TB test

    Description

    Are you a compassionate listener who wants to bring comfort to others?

    We are seeking caring and understanding volunteers to support our Bereavement Coordinator in reaching out to families who have recently experienced the loss of a loved one.

    What you will do:

      • Make follow-up phone calls to grieving family members.
      • Send sympathy and remembrance cards.
      • Assist with bereavement mailings and memorial projects.
      • Offer emotional support to those coping with loss.

    Requirements:

      • Must be 18 years or older
      • Hospice experience (preferred, not required)
      • Must pass a background check
      • Must have a negative TB test result
      • Reliable, compassionate, and dependable
      • Must provide TWO references
      • Comfortable speaking with patients and families by phone and in person
      • Detail-oriented with a professional attitude

    Why volunteer with us:

      • Gain valuable healthcare experience
      • Make a meaningful difference both behind the scenes and in someone's life
      • Join a supportive, mission-driven team environment
      • Orientation and ongoing training provided

    Interested?

    Apply today at: How to Become a Hospice Volunteer | Volunteering Opportunities (by clicking the link), replying to this ad on idealist, or by contacting Bobbi Rieboldt, Volunteer Coordinator for Milwaukee/Racine, Bobbi.rieboldt@compassus.com (262) 467-8427

    Location

    On-site

    Milwaukee Office

    135 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI 53214, USA
    Suite 150
    Directions

    The building with "135" on the outside

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Apply today at: How to Become a Hospice Volunteer | Volunteering Opportunities (by clicking the link), replying to this ad on idealist, or by contacting Bobbi Rieboldt, Volunteer Coordinator for Milwaukee/Racine, Bobbi.rieboldt@compassus.com (262) 467-8427

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