Volunteer: Office-Based Hospice Volunteer for Weekly 'Tuck-In' CallsThe weekly 'Tuck-In' call volunteer supports the Bristol Hospice team and our patients by reaching out to our patients and/or their caregivers to ensure they have the supplies and support they need going into the weekend. By making these regular, scheduled phone calls, volunteers help assess patient and family needs, address any immediate concerns, provide emotional support and help mitigate potential issues that may arise over the weekend using a proactive approach. Key Responsibilities: Weekly Phone Calls: Contact hospice patients or their caregivers on a scheduled day to "tuck in" the patient for the week by checking on their supply and comfort needs.Assess Needs: Inquire about the patient's medication, medical supplies, and personal care items to ensure they have everything necessary for the upcoming weekend.Communicate with the Hospice Team: Report any concerns, supply requests, or changes in the patient's condition to the hospice care team for prompt action.Offer Emotional Support: Provide a listening ear and words of comfort to patients and their families, ensuring they feel heard and supported.Documentation: Accurately record and report the outcomes of the calls, including any additional follow-up needed by the clinical team.Confidentiality: Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in line with hospice policies and HIPAA guidelines.Qualifications Empathy and Compassion: A caring and compassionate demeanor, able to provide emotional support over the phone.Communication Skills: Excellent verbal communication and active listening skills.Attention to Detail: Ability to document and relay information accurately.Dependability: Commitment to making weekly calls on a regular schedule and completing all assigned tasks.Training: Must complete hospice volunteer training, including understanding the hospice philosophy, end-of-life care, and patient confidentiality.Time Commitment Weekly calls (typically 1-2 hours per week).Flexible schedule with a preference for regular consistency.Benefits Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of hospice patients and their families.Develop communication and interpersonal skills.Experience working with a dedicated hospice care team.Personal fulfillment through community service.This role is ideal for volunteers who want to help in an office setting, but still want to provide essential emotional and practical support to hospice patients and their caregivers. Organization: Bristol Hospice Green Bay The weekly 'Tuck-In' call volunteer supports the Bristol Hospice team and our patients by reaching out to our patients and/or their caregivers to ensure they have the supplies and support they need going into the weekend. By making these regular, scheduled phone calls, volunteers help assess patient and family needs, address any immediate concerns, provide emotional support and help mitigate potential issues that may arise over the weekend using a proactive approach. Key Responsibilities: Weekly Phone Calls: Contact hospice patients or their caregivers on a scheduled day to "tuck in" the patient for the week by checking on their supply and comfort needs.Assess Needs: Inquire about the patient's medication, medical supplies, and personal care items to ensure they have everything necessary for the upcoming weekend.Communicate with the Hospice Team: Report any concerns, supply requests, or changes in the patient's condition to the hospice care team for prompt action.Offer Emotional Support: Provide a listening ear and words of comfort to patients and their families, ensuring they feel heard and supported.Documentation: Accurately record and report the outcomes of the calls, including any additional follow-up needed by the clinical team.Confidentiality: Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in line with hospice policies and HIPAA guidelines.Qualifications Empathy and Compassion: A caring and compassionate demeanor, able to provide emotional support over the phone.Communication Skills: Excellent verbal communication and active listening skills.Attention to Detail: Ability to document and relay information accurately.Dependability: Commitment to making weekly calls on a regular schedule and completing all assigned tasks.Training: Must complete hospice volunteer training, including understanding the hospice philosophy, end-of-life care, and patient confidentiality.Time Commitment Weekly calls (typically 1-2 hours per week).Flexible schedule with a preference for regular consistency.Benefits Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of hospice patients and their families.Develop communication and interpersonal skills.Experience working with a dedicated hospice care team.Personal fulfillment through community service.This role is ideal for volunteers who want to help in an office setting, but still want to provide essential emotional and practical support to hospice patients and their caregivers. Organization: Bristol Hospice Green Bay Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 54303 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Music Therapy Hospice VolunteerBristol Hospice is seeking musicians of all kinds to visit with our patients and play and/or sing to/with them in a one-on-one setting. As a Music Therapy Hospice Volunteer, you will provide compassionate care and emotional support to our patients through music. You will use your musical talents to enhance the quality of life for patients nearing the end of life, offering comfort, relaxation, and emotional expression. This role involves working closely with the hospice care team to address the emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial needs of patients and their families. Key Responsibilities: Provide Music Therapy: Play live music (vocals, guitar, piano, etc.) or curated playlists for hospice patients to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and offer emotional comfort. Support Emotional Well-being: Use music to help patients express emotions and reflect on their lives, creating a soothing environment. Collaborate with Hospice Team: Work alongside nurses, social workers, and chaplains to identify patient needs and tailor musical interventions accordingly. Maintain Boundaries: Establish clear, compassionate boundaries to ensure patients feel supported without overwhelming them. Family Engagement: When appropriate, offer music therapy sessions for families to help ease emotional burdens during this challenging time. Maintain Documentation: Record sessions, patient responses, and any significant interactions in accordance with hospice guidelines. Attend Training: Participate in volunteer training and ongoing education in hospice care. Qualifications: Proficiency in a musical instrument or singing.Empathy, patience and a genuine desire to support patients and families at the end of life.Ability to communicate effectively and listen attentively to patients' needs.Familiarity with a wide range of musical styles preferred.Experience with or a strong interest in hospice care and/or music therapy (formal music therapy certificate is not required but is a plus).Commitment: We work with your schedule! Most volunteers start with 1 hour per week and increase as they are able!Complete necessary onboarding, TB test, training and Volunteer Orientation prior to seeing patients.Pass background check and drug screen.How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a short inquiry form by clicking HERE. Our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out within 1 business day to complete a short phone screening to discuss next steps. Organization: Bristol Hospice Green Bay Bristol Hospice is seeking musicians of all kinds to visit with our patients and play and/or sing to/with them in a one-on-one setting. As a Music Therapy Hospice Volunteer, you will provide compassionate care and emotional support to our patients through music. You will use your musical talents to enhance the quality of life for patients nearing the end of life, offering comfort, relaxation, and emotional expression. This role involves working closely with the hospice care team to address the emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial needs of patients and their families. Key Responsibilities: Provide Music Therapy: Play live music (vocals, guitar, piano, etc.) or curated playlists for hospice patients to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and offer emotional comfort. Support Emotional Well-being: Use music to help patients express emotions and reflect on their lives, creating a soothing environment. Collaborate with Hospice Team: Work alongside nurses, social workers, and chaplains to identify patient needs and tailor musical interventions accordingly. Maintain Boundaries: Establish clear, compassionate boundaries to ensure patients feel supported without overwhelming them. Family Engagement: When appropriate, offer music therapy sessions for families to help ease emotional burdens during this challenging time. Maintain Documentation: Record sessions, patient responses, and any significant interactions in accordance with hospice guidelines. Attend Training: Participate in volunteer training and ongoing education in hospice care. Qualifications: Proficiency in a musical instrument or singing.Empathy, patience and a genuine desire to support patients and families at the end of life.Ability to communicate effectively and listen attentively to patients' needs.Familiarity with a wide range of musical styles preferred.Experience with or a strong interest in hospice care and/or music therapy (formal music therapy certificate is not required but is a plus).Commitment: We work with your schedule! Most volunteers start with 1 hour per week and increase as they are able!Complete necessary onboarding, TB test, training and Volunteer Orientation prior to seeing patients.Pass background check and drug screen.How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a short inquiry form by clicking HERE. Our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out within 1 business day to complete a short phone screening to discuss next steps. Organization: Bristol Hospice Green Bay Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 54303 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Seeking Compassionate Individuals for Hospice Volunteer Opportunity!Bristol Hospice is a growing organization that is graciously committed to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect and quality of care. How can YOU help? To apply, visit: www.bristolhospice-volunteer.com Organization: Bristol Hospice Green Bay Bristol Hospice is a growing organization that is graciously committed to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect and quality of care. How can YOU help? To apply, visit: www.bristolhospice-volunteer.com Organization: Bristol Hospice Green Bay Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 54303 Allow Groups: No |