Hospice Patient Interfacing Volunteer in the Santa Monica Area

Join Heartford Hospice as a Volunteer and Make a Meaningful Difference.

Heartford Hospice is a premier hospice organization proudly serving patients and families across Orange County, Los Angeles County, and the Inland Empire. With expertise, compassion, and unwavering dedication, our team of professionals enhances quality of life by addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those facing terminal illness. Through an interdisciplinary approach, we seek to comfort the heart, mind, and body.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking compassionate individuals to join us as volunteers. Just a few hours a week can make a profound difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and caregivers. Whether providing companionship, emotional support, or simply a comforting presence, volunteers are essential part of our care team.

Volunteer with Heartford Hospice - because every moment matters.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as an integral member of the interdisciplinary group amid various settings: home care, respite, inpatient, bereavement, and/or administrative duties.
• Participates in general orientation.
• Serves the patient and family/caregiver under the guidance of the Volunteer Coordinator and a Case Manager or as part of the administrative team.
• Documents as educated and instructed maintaining confidentiality.
• Meets all health requirements set by Heartford Hospice.
• Provides availability on a regular basis and/or keeping with the patient, and family/caregiver needs.
• Participates in volunteer support groups, educational in-services, recognitions, and monthly meetings.
• Maintains open communication and reports regularly to the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Assignment of other duties (as needed) directed by the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Participates in interdisciplinary group meetings as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Mature individuals, supportive of the hospice concept, comfortable with his or her own spirituality and willing to serve others in a volunteer capacity.
• Successful completion of the hospice volunteer training and orientation program.
• Previous volunteer experience may be helpful.
• Ability to work within the interdisciplinary group.
• If making home visits, must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.