Hospice Volunteer - San Antonio, TX

Volunteer Hospice Aide

Primary function is to provide assistance and support without compensation to hospice patient/family/hospice team.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care/companionship to patient.
• Provide preparation of meals.
• Provide a clean, safe and comfortable patient environment.
• Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and staff members.
• Provide an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property.
• Provide clerical support to office staff.
• Participate in special projects/fund raisers.
• Provide services according to the rules and standard of practice of their respective disciplines.

Job Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma, preferred

Licensure: Must have current drivers 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 ill and elderly.

Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance if providing direct patient care.

Criminal History: Must agree to and pass a criminal history check (for direct care volunteers).