Hospice Volunteer Commonwealth Hospice at LHC Group in Forty Fort, PA

We are hiring for a Volunteer in Hospice

At Commonwealth Hospice, in Forty Fort a part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

Responsibilities

The volunteer plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of care delivered to the patient and family through patient/family care activities or administrative activities that support the hospice agency’s goal of quality patient/family care.

Provides assistance to the hospice program and/or patient/family in accordance with designated activities.

Provides input into the Plan of care and Interdisciplinary Group meetings as applicable.

Accurately documents services provided as trained and instructed by the hospice agency.

Maintains strict patient confidentiality.

Communicates any changes in the patient's status or observations to assigned supervisor and/or Administrator.

Qualifications

• Volunteers who provide patient care and support services according to their experience, training and education must be in compliance with agency policies and under the supervision of an agency employee

Experience Requirements

• Experience in working with people and willing to serve others
• Less than 6 months

Skill Requirements

• Mature, non-judgmental, caring, people-oriented individual who is supportive of the hospice concept of care
• Completes Volunteer Training Program

About the Company

 LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Commonwealth Hospice of Berwick a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.