Volunteer - LA County CA

Position Summary

Volunteers are an essential part of the team, offering time, compassion, and support to patients, families, and the organization. These roles are unpaid positions that provide meaningful opportunities to make a difference through companionship, bereavement support, administrative assistance, and end-of-life presence. Volunteers work under the direction of the Volunteer Coordinator and other designated staff.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Administrative Volunteers : Provide assistance with office functions and hospice-related activities to support daily operations.
• Bereavement Volunteers : Offer emotional support to bereavement clients under the guidance of the Bereavement Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator.
• Patient Care Volunteers : Visit patients and families as outlined in the Plan of Care, offering companionship, caregiver relief, errands, and other supportive tasks. Provide Angel / 11th-hour support by sitting bedside with actively dying patients, as directed in the Plan of Care.
• All Volunteers : Submit timely documentation of all patient and family contacts or volunteer activities to the Volunteer Coordinator. Participate in in-service programs and ongoing education to remain informed about information pertinent to the volunteer role.

Education and / or Experience

Skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment : The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.