Hospice Volunteer - Elysian Hospice Houston (Unpaid Role) (14613)

Job DetailsJob Location

• Elysian
• Hospice -
• Houston -
• Stafford,
• TX 77477Position
• Type:
• Volunteer
• Job
• Description/Performance
• Evaluation
• Job
• Title: Volunteer

Job Classification

Job Summary: Primary function is to provide assistance and support without compensation to the Hospice patient, family, and the Hospice team. Reports to (per Hospice): Hospice Requires CPR: Yes No Job Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma preferred.

Licensure

Must have current driver’s license if providing direct patient care. Professional volunteers must meet requirements of specific licensure rules.

Skills

Must be able to read and write in English, and follow written and verbal instructions in English effectively. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of the ill and elderly.

Transportation

• Criminal
• History: Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance (if providing direct patient care). Must agree to and pass a criminal history check (for direct care volunteers).
• Environmental and
• Working
• Conditions: Patients’ homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedules; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather. Must have Hepatitis acceptance/declination for patient care volunteers. Office- routine office environment; noise level may be moderately high; ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Physical and
• Mental
• Effort: Prolonged standing and walking required. The occasional need to lift, pull, carry, and push items. Frequent need to stoop, kneel, and reach while accessing files. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and to make quick decisions. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Essential
• Functions:
• Evaluation: Direct Patient Care Provides direct care/companionship to the patient. Provides preparation of meals. Provides a clean, safe, and comfortable patient environment Promotes positive, supportive, and respectful communication to the patient, family, and staff members Provides an environment which promotes respect for the patient, while protecting their privacy and property. Administrative Support Provides clerical support to office staff. Participates in special projects/fundraisers. Professional Volunteer Provides services according to the rules and standard of practice in their respective disciplines. Qualifications