Hospice Volunteer

Ocala, FLOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • Compassionate
  • empathetic
  • listening skills
  • boundaries
  • patient confidentiality
  • emotional maturity
  • sensitivity
  • calm
  • reliable transportation
  • person-centered care

Nice to have

  • Caregiver Respite
  • Bereavement Support
  • Death Doula
  • Vigil Volunteers
  • Care Connection Calls
  • Office & Administrative Support

Role summary

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care seeks compassionate volunteers to provide comfort, dignity, and support to patients and families. Opportunities include direct patient companionship, family support, administrative assistance, and specialized roles like Pet Therapy or Death Doula. Volunteers must possess empathy, strong communication, emotional maturity, and a commitment to person-centered care. Background checks, training, and adherence to HIPAA are required. This hybrid role offers a meaningful way to make a difference in the community.

At Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, we are united by a mission to bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every patient and family we serve. Join a team where your work has purpose, and your growth is supported.

This is a volunteer role (Non-Paid)

At Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, we are united by a mission to bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every patient and family we serve. Join a team where your service has purpose and your compassion makes a meaningful difference.

Whether you are looking to provide direct patient companionship, support families, assist with administrative projects, or share a special talent, there is a place for you at Arc Hospice.

Don't see a volunteer opportunity that matches your specialty, skills, or passion? Let us know what interests you. We believe everyone has something valuable to contribute, and we will work with you to find a meaningful volunteer role that aligns with your strengths and interests while supporting our patients, families, and community.

Volunteer Opportunities

We offer a variety of Direct Patient Care and Administrative support, including:

  • Design Team
  • Caregiver Respite
  • Bereavement Support
  • Nightingale
  • Death Doula/Vigil Volunteers
  • Care Connection Calls
  • Office & Administrative Support
  • Patient Engagement/Socialization
  • Pet Therapy & Massage Therapy (licensed/certified volunteers)
  • Qualifications • Compassionate and empathetic demeanor • Strong communication and listening skills • Ability to maintain boundaries and patient confidentiality • Emotional maturity and sensitivity and the ability to remain calm in difficult situations • Reliable transportation for patient visits if required • Demonstrates a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care that reflects Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission, values, and standards of dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity

    Requirements • Minimum Age Requirement 18+ years old • Completion of hospice orientation and training as well as competency validation, ongoing training, and performance evaluation as required by hospice policy • Background check and health screening (including TB testing) • Adherence to HIPAA and confidentiality policies • Reliable attendance and communication, commitment to scheduled volunteer hours • Adheres to infection control and safety procedures in accordance with hospice policy. • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods • May require local travel

    Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to join us in delivering compassionate, inclusive care. Explore the impact you can make with Arc Hospice today.

    Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to join us in delivering compassionate, inclusive care. Explore the impact you can make with Arc Hospice today.

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