Hospice Pet Therapist Volunteer Needed In King County

Bring Comfort & Joy Through the Healing Power of Pets

Join our compassionate team as a Hospice Pet Therapist Volunteer and provide unique comfort, companionship, and emotional support to patients living with life-limiting illness, their families, and caregivers through the gentle presence of therapy animals.

Our Pet Therapist volunteers work alongside hospice professionals to bring smiles, calm, and connection during life’s most challenging moments-helping to reduce stress, ease anxiety, and brighten the days of those we serve.

What You’ll Do:

• Visit patients with your trained therapy pet to provide companionship and emotional support
• Assist with calming and uplifting activities using your pet’s presence
• Offer relief and joyful distraction to families and caregivers
• Collaborate with the hospice care team to tailor visits to patients’ needs and preferences

Why Volunteer as a Hospice Pet Therapist?

• Flexible schedules to fit your availability
• No medical experience required-just a well-trained therapy pet and a caring heart
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support provided
• Make a meaningful impact by sharing your pet’s love and comfort

Full Volunteer Role Description

Summary:

As a Hospice Pet Therapist Volunteer, you provide comfort and emotional support through pet therapy visits in home, inpatient, or respite settings. You work under the guidance of the Volunteer Coordinator and hospice care team to enhance quality of life for patients and families.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct regular pet therapy visits with patients and families, adhering to safety and infection control protocols.
2. Serve as a compassionate companion, offering calm and joy through your pet’s presence.
3. Communicate openly with hospice staff and report on visits and patient responses.
4. Attend volunteer training sessions focused on hospice care and pet therapy best practices.
5. Maintain documentation as required while respecting patient confidentiality.
6. Participate in volunteer support meetings and continuous learning opportunities.
7. Follow all health and safety requirements established by Heart’n Soul Hospice.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A well-socialized, trained, and certified therapy pet
• Compassionate, patient, and comfortable working with seriously ill individuals
• Completion of Heart’n Soul Hospice volunteer orientation and pet therapy assessment
• Reliable transportation to patient homes or care facilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary hospice team
• Current Vaccination Documents
• Pet Therapy Certificate

Enrich Lives-Yours and Theirs

Become a vital part of our hospice community by offering the healing comfort of your pet’s companionship. Apply today to share joy, warmth, and peace with those in need.

About Heart 'n Soul Hospice

Location: 15 S. Grady Way, Suite 527, Renton, WA 98057

Mission: Providing compassionate end-of-life care, grief support, and education to patients, families, and communities throughout King County-especially those underserved.

Private Group Details:

• Group Size Range: 1 - 5
• Event can be held at organization location(s)
• No Donation