Hospice Volunteer - Elysian Hospice Houston; Unpaid

Job Summary

Primary function is to provide assistance and support without compensation to the Hospice patient, family, and the Hospice team.

• 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.

• 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).

• 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.
• Office routine environment; noise level may be moderately high.
• Must have Hepatitis acceptance/declination for patient care volunteers.

• Prolonged standing and walking required.
• 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.

• 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.