Hospice Volunteer

(Acclaim Health, Community Support Services)

Position ID: V-HVC0451
Last Full Update: 08 Feb 2024

Opportunity Details: Hospice Volunteer

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This is one of the most meaningful volunteer experiences you'll ever have. As a Hospice Care Volunteer, you will support the emotional, psychological, spiritual, practical, and social needs of a person dying at home and their family.  With deep compassion and without judgment, you'll provide a safe space for the client to express their feelings and share their story.  Ultimately, you'll improve the quality of life for the dying person and act as an important support for the family during a difficult time. 

FREE 30-hour training will be provided for all successful volunteers.  Sign-up today to be registered for our upcoming Hospice volunteer program:

2024 Spring Hospice Training Schedule:

IN-PERSON OPTION 

Saturdays from 9 am to 4 pm

April 27, May 4, 11, 25, June 1

ONLINE OPTION

Daytime Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:30 am to 12 pm

April 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, May 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, June 4, 6, 11, and 13

Contact Tanya Peche-Hopley, VEC - Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Acclaim Health; Phone: 905-827-8800 ext 2329 * 1-800-387-7127; Email: tpeche-hopley@acclaimhealth.ca
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This is one of the most meaningful volunteer experiences you'll ever have. As a Hospice Care Volunteer, you will support the emotional, psychological, spiritual, practical, and social needs of a person dying at home and their family.  With deep compassion and without judgment, you'll provide a safe space for the client to express their feelings and share their story.  Ultimately, you'll improve the quality of life for the dying person and act as an important support for the family during a difficult time. 

FREE 30-hour training will be provided for all successful volunteers.  Sign-up today to be registered for our upcoming Hospice volunteer program:

2024 Spring Hospice Training Schedule:

IN-PERSON OPTION 

Saturdays from 9 am to 4 pm

April 27, May 4, 11, 25, June 1

ONLINE OPTION

Daytime Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:30 am to 12 pm

April 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, May 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, June 4, 6, 11, and 13

More Info Link https://acclaimhealth.ca/volunteer/hospice-care-volunteer/
Benefits Free Hospice training 
Rewarding volunteer opportunity 
Reference letter if needed 
Ongoing training 
Supportive staff members 
Certificate of Completion
Clients Adults
Ages 18 year(s) and up
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Newcomers / English as a second language
Areas of Interest Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Friend / Penpal ; Health Care ; Hospice Care ; Information & Referral Services
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Elder Care ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Comfortable with death and dying, respectful of the client's cultural and religious beliefs, successful completion of the Hospice training course.
Commitment Length One Time / Special Event ; Long Term ; 1-2 hour per week commitment for 12 months
Interaction Level One-on-one
Minimum Hours 1 / Week
Seasons Year Round
Accessibility Unknown
Location Client's home
Number of Positions Acton ; Burlington ; Georgetown ; Milton ; Oakville 
 
10 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; Training is provided ; Scheduled training ; Volunteer Orientation to be completed prior to starting Hospice Training.
Transportation Near public transit ; Car required
Cost The cost of Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) is not covered, but you get to keep the original copy.
Police Check Required

Agency Details: Acclaim Health, Community Support Services

Office Phone 905-827-8800
Toll Free Phone 1-800-387-7127
Fax 905-827-3390
E-Mail pblakeley@acclaimhealth.ca
Website www.acclaimhealth.ca
Address & Map
2370 Speers Rd
Oakville, ON L6L 5M2
 
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