Pet Therapy Volunteers Needed
About The Position
Our primary goal is to make sure that the end-of-life experience is as comfortable and peaceful as possible. Beyond alleviating pain and symptoms, we emphasize emotional health and a harmonious mindset. Likewise, we address the spiritual and social needs of family members both during and after the end-of-life period. Our Harmony Volunteers are an essential part of that mission, providing support in a variety of ways. Harmony Hospice is currently seeking dedicated pet therapy volunteers to provide companionship and emotional support to hospice patients and their families in private homes and long-term care facilities.
Requirements
- Therapy animals are required to be licensed with an appropriate therapy organization (i.e., Pet Partners, Therapy Dogs International, etc.) and be up to date on their vaccinations.
- Human volunteers will go through an onboarding and orientation process that will familiarize you with hospice and set you up for success.
- Ability to communicate well and work independently.
Nice To Haves
- No experience with hospice required.
- Availability of time and skills that pertain to the volunteer activity
Responsibilities
- Provide companionship and emotional support to hospice patients and their families in private homes and long-term care facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
