2024-11-20
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2025-02-18
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warrenville, IL 60555
Job Title: Hospice Volunteer Reports to: Volunteer Coordinator About Us: Cadre Hospice seeks to expand access to the hospice benefit, especially among underserved populations. In addition to traditional go-to-market channels, Cadre plans to partner with at-risk medical groups to integrate upstream and offer a comprehensive palliative care program to patients nearing end of life. Cadre combines a unique pre-hospice care model, proprietary patient identification algorithm, partnership mindset with provider groups and best-in-class hospice operations to offer the most comprehensive end-of-life care solutions to patients. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Hospice Volunteer to provide support to hospice patients and their families. The volunteer may provide companionship, respite care, emotional support, and practical assistance to hospice patients and their families, as identified in the care plan. The volunteer may also assist in administrative duties, such as data entry, filing, record keeping, writing correspondence, or reception duties. Key Responsibilities: 1. Direct Care Responsibilities: * Provides companionship and respite services in accordance with the plan of care, including but not limited to reading, writing, sharing and other social activities. * Communicate with patient/family and provide emotional support. * Continue visits to patient if the location or level of care changes. * Document care provided and submit to Volunteer Coordinator timely 2. Documentation and Reporting: * Maintain accurate records of volunteer activities, including volunteer hours, assignments, and patient interactions, in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. * Prepare reports and updates on volunteer program activities, outcomes, and accomplishments for leadership and stakeholders. 3. Administrative Responsibilities: * Assist with clerical tasks, mailings, data, and documentation as requested. * Assist with special events as requested. 4. All Volunteers Must: * Conforms to all applicable hospice policies and procedures and Code of Ethics. * Maintains confidentiality of patient information and business practices * Participates in continuing education and in services, as appropriate and assigned. * Assumes accountability for reporting incidents and complaints according to hospice policy. * Report concerns to Volunteer Coordinator. Qualifications/Skills/Abilities: * Communication and interpersonal skills * Cooperative attitude and organizational skills * Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security. * Cooperates fully in appropriate risk management activities and investigations. * No state criminal history, active drivers license, and proof of auto liability. * Commitment to the mission and values of hospice care, with a passion for providing compassionate support to patients and families during their end-of-life journey. Cadre Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Date Posted: 2024-12-03