Hospice Volunteer - Companion for the Sacred Journey

At Gentiva Hospice, we believe that the end of life is not merely a clinical event, but a profound and sacred passage. We are seeking compassionate, presence-centered individuals to join our team as Hospice Volunteers.

In this role, your primary purpose is to support patients and their families in by becoming a companion for those navigating their final chapter with dignity, reverence and grace.

Core responsibilities include:

-Presence and Companionship; providing a calm, non-judgmental presence. This may involve deep listening to life stories, reading aloud, playing music, or simply sitting in "sacred silence".

-Celebrating the Life Lived; assist patients and families that may want to look through photo albums and talk about their life stories.

-Respite Support; offer family caregivers the gift of time by staying with the patient so they can run errands, attend a dr. appointment, or have lunch with a friend.

-Honoring the Transition; provide companionship, ensuring the patient feels supported and cared for.

Qualifications

We are looking for individuals who view death as a natural and significant part of the human experience. Emotional maturity, deep empathy, respect for diversity, and reliability are non-negotiable.

Requirements

-Successful completion of a criminal background check and required health screenings (TB test).

-Training; attend a day of onsite training in Clinton Township

-Commitment; a willingness to serve for at least one year is preferred to ensure continuity of care.

What We Offer You

-Profound Purpose; the opportunity to make a tangible difference during the most significant moments of a person's life.

-Ongoing Education; training on grief, bereavement, active listening, and more.

-Supportive Community; a team of like-minded staff and volunteers who support one another in this soulful work.