St George, UT, 84791, USA
21 days ago
St George Volunteer Hospice
**Job Description:** Hospice volunteers are needed to provide patient/ family assistance. Volunteers will interact directly with patients and families to offer support and will visit patient homes and run errands in the community Essential job responsibilities: Potential responsibilities include including companionship, running errands, helping to compete unfinished business, other household tasks, contacting surviving family members to provide bereavement support, contacting social workers or bereavement coordinators if concerns are identified, etc. Office support responsibilities include general office, clerical assistance, participating in public relations activities and fundraising activities. Volunteers are expected to utilize effective communication skills with all patients, families, and staff. Maintain ongoing communication with the Volunteer Coordinator regarding patient/family needs, frequency of patient/family contact and services provided. Volunteers provide respite for primary caregiver and family members. Hospice volunteers are expected to complete their assignment until the patient death or discharge. Qualifications + Must be 18 years of age or older + Able to work alone and independent (within scope of assigned duties) + Able to work well with diverse populations + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills + Good listening skills. Active listener + Maintain and respect professional relationships + Sound mental and emotional health + Sensitive to patient and family situations / dynamics + Able to stay calm in stressful situations + Self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable + Must be able to commit for a minimum of 6-month **Physical Requirements:** No Additional Description Available **Location:** Homecare - St George **Work City:** St George **Work State:** Utah **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 0 Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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