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2024-11-04
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2025-02-01
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Scarborough, ME 04074
Position Title: Reiki- Volunteer Hospice of Southern Maine’s mission is to provide compassion, care, and comfort through end of life. Formed through a collaborative effort among York and Cumberland County leaders and health care providers, Hospice of Southern Maine (HSM) organized in 2001 and began providing direct patient services in 2004. Today, HSM cares for more than 1,600 patients annually, at the patient's home, current care facility, and Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, an 18-bed inpatient facility in Scarborough. HSM admits patients with a variety of diagnoses, including Alzheimer's; heart, lung, and kidney diseases; stroke; Lou Gehrig's disease; and cancer. Care is patient-centered with family support and provided by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, aides, chaplains, grief counselors, and volunteers. Hospice of Southern Maine is a non-profit 501(c)3. Primary Location: Gosnell House Position Summary: To provide Reiki sessions voluntarily to hospice patients and/or caregivers who request the service. Reiki volunteer will provide two to four hours or more a month of Reiki to hospice patients requesting the service. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Currently, certified as a level 2 or 3 Reiki Therapist in the State of Maine, with no actions pending. Completes HSM training program and on job training. Required to comply with annual in-service education requirements that are offered by Hospice. Experience: Minimum of one year of Reiki session experience. Screening Criteria: 2 personal references from individuals who have received Reiki from the volunteer. Successful completion of criminal background check. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Offer Reiki sessions within an awareness of family systems, dynamics, the patient’s plan of care and awareness of patients at end of life. Provide the patient or caregiver Reiki sessions and/or caregiver respite per patient, caregiver, or staff request. Required Skills, Ability and Knowledge: Complete assigned tasks within designated time frame Document volunteer time Reliable High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation. Ability to stay calm, compassionate, and effective during times of stress, such as when interacting with confused or distressed individuals/families. Effective oral and written communication skills.
Date Posted: 2024-11-04
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2024-11-04
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2025-02-01
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Scarborough, ME 04074
Position Title: Administrative/Event- Volunteer Hospice of Southern Maine’s mission is to provide compassion, care, and comfort through end of life. Formed through a collaborative effort among York and Cumberland County leaders and health care providers, Hospice of Southern Maine (HSM) organized in 2001 and began providing direct patient services in 2004. Today, HSM cares for more than 1,600 patients annually, at the patient's home, current care facility, and Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, an 18-bed inpatient facility in Scarborough. HSM admits patients with a variety of diagnoses, including Alzheimer's; heart, lung, and kidney diseases; stroke; Lou Gehrig's disease; and cancer. Care is patient-centered with family support and provided by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, aides, chaplains, grief counselors, and volunteers. Hospice of Southern Maine is a non-profit 501(c)3, Primary Location: 390 US Route One Scarborough Position Summary: An Administrative-Event Volunteer provides additional assistance to various departments within Hospice of Southern Maine and is responsible for helping with daily clerical and office duties and/or events. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completes HSM on job training. Screening Criteria: Application & 2 personal references Successful completion of criminal background check. Complete drug screen. Maine ID, Drivers License, or passport. Have no significant personal loss within previous year. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Provides clerical and administrative assistance or event support. Complete volunteer log of hours and activities. Required Skills, Ability and Knowledge: Excellent listening skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to complete assigned tasks within designated time frame. Excellent organization skills. Able to work alone and with a team depending on task.
Date Posted: 2024-11-04
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2024-11-04
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2025-02-01
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Scarborough, ME 04074
Position Title: Heart Strings- Volunteer Hospice of Southern Maine’s mission is to provide compassion, care, and comfort through end of life. Formed through a collaborative effort among York and Cumberland County leaders and health care providers, Hospice of Southern Maine (HSM) organized in 2001 and began providing direct patient services in 2004. Today, HSM cares for more than 1,600 patients annually, at the patient's home, current care facility, and Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, an 18-bed inpatient facility in Scarborough. HSM admits patients with a variety of diagnoses, including Alzheimer's; heart, lung, and kidney diseases; stroke; Lou Gehrig's disease; and cancer. Care is patient-centered with family support and provided by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, aides, chaplains, grief counselors, and volunteers. Hospice of Southern Maine is a non-profit 501(c)3. Primary Location: Gosnell House Position Summary: Musicians who are trained hospice volunteers will play live music at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. Musicians are not there to be performers but rather to provide a soothing presence. The musician stays out of the way and in the background. Conversations, meals, visits or rests are able to continue. Musicians will play in the family room/lobby area and will play bed side upon request. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completes HSM training program and on job training. Experience: Ability to sing or play a musical instrument with proficiency. Obtain all CDC required immunizations. Screening Criteria: 2 personal references Successful completion of criminal background check. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Perform by singing or playing a musical instrument for patients, family, and staff. Create music from sounds that effect people by providing a soothing atmosphere. Required Skills, Ability and Knowledge Love of singing/playing instrument(s) Have a good voice. Ability to stay calm and effective during times of stress, such as when interacting with confused or distressed individuals/families. Reliable Good sense of rhythm. Desire to perform for critically ill patients and their families.
Date Posted: 2024-11-04
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2024-11-04
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2025-02-01
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Scarborough, ME 04074
Hospice of Southern Maine Position Title: Direct Care Visitor- Volunteer Hospice of Southern Maine’s mission is to provide compassion, care, and comfort through end of life. Formed through a collaborative effort among York and Cumberland County leaders and health care providers, Hospice of Southern Maine (HSM) organized in 2001 and began providing direct patient services in 2004. Today, HSM cares for more than 1,600 patients annually, at the patient's home, current care facility, and Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, an 18-bed inpatient facility in Scarborough. HSM admits patients with a variety of diagnoses, including Alzheimer's; heart, lung, and kidney diseases; stroke; Lou Gehrig's disease; and cancer. Care is patient-centered with family support and provided by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, aides, chaplains, grief counselors, and volunteers. Hospice of Southern Maine is a non-profit 501(c)3. Primary Location: Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, Assisted Living Facility, or patient’s home Position Summary: A Direct Care Volunteer serves as a companion for physical and emotional support, helping harmoniously within a given family structure. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completes HSM training program and on job training. Screening Criteria: Application & 2 personal references Must obtain CDC required immunizations. Successful completion of criminal background check. Complete drug screen. Current driver’s license, proof of insurance and own transportation. Have no significant personal loss within previous year. Must be 21 years of age. Reports To: Manager, Volunteer Services and/or Volunteer Coordinator Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Provides companionship and emotional support for patients, caregivers and families. Providing respite care to allow caregivers time to themselves. Assisting with errands. Helping with light household chores or light meal prep. Providing bedside companionship for patients alone in their final hours. Complete volunteer log of hours and activities. Communicate with HSM staff about activities, questions, and concerns. Required Skills, Ability and Knowledge: Excellent listening skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to complete assigned tasks within designated time frame Reliable High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation. Ability to stay calm, compassionate, and effective during times of stress, such as when interacting with confused or distressed individuals/families.
Date Posted: 2024-11-04
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2024-11-04
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2025-02-01
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Scarborough, ME 04074
Position Title: Paw Prints Program- Volunteer Hospice of Southern Maine’s mission is to provide compassion, care, and comfort through end of life. Formed through a collaborative effort among York and Cumberland County leaders and health care providers, Hospice of Southern Maine (HSM) organized in 2001 and began providing direct patient services in 2004. Today, HSM cares for more than 1,600 patients annually, at the patient's home, current care facility, and Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, an 18-bed inpatient facility in Scarborough. HSM admits patients with a variety of diagnoses, including Alzheimer's; heart, lung, and kidney diseases; stroke; Lou Gehrig's disease; and cancer. Care is patient-centered with family support and provided by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, aides, chaplains, grief counselors, and volunteers. Hospice of Southern Maine is a non-profit 501(c)3. Primary Location: Gosnell House Position Summary: Volunteers provide patients, families and HSM staff the opportunity to visit and interact with Therapy Dogs and experience the benefits of the human-animal bond and improve quality of life through human-animal interaction. Paw Prints volunteers work directly with the Gosnell House patient’s, families, and facility residents offering comfort and support through pet visitation. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completes HSM training program and on job training. Age requirement: handler must be 21 or older. Screening Criteria: 2 personal references. Successful completion of criminal background check. Animal Health & Behavior Requirements: Dog must be ATD registered. Dogs must be at least 1 year of age Be good around other dogs Listen to their handlers Allow strangers to touch them all over Not jump on people when interacting Walk on a leash without pulling Not mind strange noises and smells Be calm for petting Not be afraid of people walking unsteadily Be current on all vaccines required by the local laws Have a negative fecal test every 12 months Be clean and well groomed Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Provides comfort and support to assigned patients and families in accordance with IDT care plan. Provides pet visits to patients and families in all care settings Serves as an integral member of and maintains open communication with the HSM staff. Maintains and reports volunteer hours Required Skills, Ability and Knowledge: High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Ability to stay calm and effective during times of stress, such as when interacting with confused or distressed individuals/families. Reliable
Date Posted: 2024-11-04
