Utah County Hospice Volunteer

Volunteer Description: Unpaid volunteer contributing time to Intermountain Healthcare in various roles. Volunteer Opportunities Patient Care Provide compassionate companionship and emotional support to hospice patients and their families. Activities may include: Social visits and conversation Reading aloud Playing games Music or art activities Writing or recording personal and family histories Respite Care Offer temporary relief to caregivers who may be physically and emotionally exhausted. This allows caregivers time to: Run errands Exercise Rest or spend time alone Attend appointments Bereavement Support Support families throughout the dying and grieving process by: Assisting with group meetings and memorial services Providing follow-up support to families Creating hand molds for patients Working closely with social workers and chaplains Office Support Assist hospice staff with administrative tasks, including: Sending birthday cards Assembling mailing packets Making supply calls to patients Helping with hospice events Volunteer Qualifications Volunteers must: Be 18 years of age or older Be able to work independently within the scope of assigned duties Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills Be a good listener and practice active listening Maintain and respect professional boundaries Possess sound mental and emotional health Be sensitive to patients and families Work well with diverse populations and family dynamics Stay calm in stressful situations Be self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable Commit to at least 2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months Have reliable transportation (service area spans Eagle Mountain to Santaquin ) No Additional Description Available Location: Home Services - 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.