Volunteer Provo Hospice

**Volunteer Description:** Unpaid volunteer contributing time to Intermountain Healthcare in various roles. Volunteer Opportunities ======================= Patient Care Volunteer ---------------------- Provide compassionate companionship and emotional support to hospice patients and their families. Volunteer activities may include: * Social visits and meaningful conversation * Reading aloud * Playing games * Participating in music or art activities * Writing or recording personal and family histories Respite Care Volunteer ---------------------- Provide temporary relief for caregivers who may be physically and emotionally exhausted. This valuable support allows caregivers time to: * Run errands * Exercise * Rest and recharge * Attend personal appointments * Spend time with family and friends Bereavement Support Volunteer ----------------------------- Support patients and families throughout the end-of-life journey and grief process by: * Assisting with support groups and memorial services * Providing follow-up support to bereaved families * Creating hand molds for patients and families * Collaborating with social workers and chaplains Office Support Volunteer ------------------------ Help hospice staff with administrative and organizational tasks, including: * Preparing and mailing birthday cards * Assembling informational and mailing packets * Making supply and check-in calls to patients * Assisting with hospice events and special projects Volunteer Qualifications ======================== To become a hospice volunteer, applicants must: * Be at least 18 years of age * Be able to work independently within assigned responsibilities * Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills * Practice active listening and show empathy toward others * Maintain appropriate professional boundaries * Possess emotional maturity and sound mental health * Be sensitive to the needs of patients and families * Work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and family situations * Remain calm and professional in stressful situations * Be self-motivated, dependable, flexible, and adaptable * Commit to volunteering at least **2 hours per week** for a minimum of **6 months** * Have reliable transportation, as our service area extends from **Eagle Mountain to Santaquin** ### **Make a Difference** As a hospice volunteer, you have the opportunity to bring comfort, companionship, and support to patients and families during one of life's most meaningful journeys. Your time and compassion can make an extraordinary difference. ### . No Additional Description Available **Location:** Home Medical Equipment - Provo **City:** Provo **State:** Utah Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.