Hospice Volunteer

Lily Hospice is currently seeking student interns for our Volunteer Department. We are a fast growing agency based out of Troy, MI.

Overview:

The Volunteer serves as a member of the hospice team, providing respite services for families and/or administrative assistance to the organization. All asks are performed under the direct supervision by experienced hospice team members, and may include any of the following:

• patient care activities -friendly visitor/companionship, light housekeeping tasks, meals, errands, respite sitting, reading/letter writing, etc.
• administrative/office work- putting together admission packets, filing, data entry, phone calls, mailing sympathy cards, etc.

All volunteers complete an orientation to the hospice philosophy of care and an orientation to the organization.

This is a part-time volunteer based position. Perfect for students or new graduates looking to gain field hours and experience in healthcare!

Qualifications:

Must be 18 years or older to be able to visit with patients

Must be 16 years or older to be an office volunteer

Lives in general hospice service areas of Wayne, Oakland or Macomb counties

Has reliable transportation, drivers license and auto insurance

Willingness to be positive with patients, respect patient privacy and demonstrate appropriate sensitivity of death/dying

Visit our website at www.lilyhospice.com for more information!