Position Title: Pre-Professional Student Experience
Location: Serving Communities Throughout Ohio (Central Ohio, Dayton Region, and Toledo Region)
Organization: Care360 Hospice
Position Summary:
We are seeking empathetic and dedicated students to join our team of hospice volunteers. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain valuable experiences in the healthcare setting, develop rapport building skills, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families. Whether you're a high school senior who is wanting to study pre-med or an adult learner who is going back to school for their BSN, your insights and intuition will truly help our team grow. We welcome any students in any field of study who are looking for ways to give back to their community and grow their pre-professional experiences.
Responsibilties:
- Provide companionship and social support to patients, engaging in conversation, reading, or being present in the moment
- Assist family caregivers with running errands, household tasks, and so on
- Support office staff with administrative tasks such as filing, phone calls, and organization
- Special project participation can be widely varied from helping with legacy projects to assisting with events and developing educational materials
Benefits:
- Gain real-world experience in a healthcare setting, valuable for careers in medicine, nursing, social work, psychology, and other health-related fields
- Enhance your communication, empathy, and organizational skills
- Connect with healthcare professionals and other volunteers
- Make a personal difference in the lives of patients and their families
Requirements:
- Compassionate, empathetic, and respectful demeanor
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible schedule is always available to work around the demands of academics
- Completion of hospice volunteer orientation and onboarding procedures
How to Apply:
If you are interested in becoming a Hospice Volunteer and providing essential support, please complete your interest and submit any relevant information through VolunteerMatch. Our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you via email or phone call during business hours to introduce you to the onboarding process.
Join us in our mission to bring comfort and support to those in need.
3455 Mill Run Dr, Suite 100, Hilliard, OH 43026, US
Our Mission is to Provide Total Encompassing Support for Our Patients and Families During End of Life
Our goal is to achieve the best possible quality of care for patients and families. We will do everything in our power to relieve pain, control symptoms, prevent side effects and complications, and maintain the best quality of life possible.
When asked to name their greatest fear associated with death, respondents most cited "being a burden to family and friends," followed by "pain" and "lack of control." Addressing the whole range of physical and psychological needs of the patient and his or her family in an interdisciplinary way is what makes hospice care so special.
3455 Mill Run DriveHilliard, OH 43026
September 5, 2024
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