Description
Lisaard House Hospice, 990 Speedsville Rd in Cambridge, is looking for direct-service Resident Care volunteers to provide compassionate care for our residents at end-of-life.

Volunteers provide psycho-social support at the bedside which may including the following: active listening, reading, writing, assisting in our Art from the Heart Legacy Program, or simply providing a supportive and comforting presence. Volunteers might also assist with supporting practical care of residents.

Volunteers must be non-judgmental and have incredible listening skills, empathy, and understanding of boundaries. This role requires a high level of training and commitment.

Police Records - Vulnerable Sector check and up-to-date immunization records and Covid-19 Vaccination is mandatory.

Training / Work Condtions

Training Details: A combination of classroom and online training up to 35 hours in length is required and provided upon successful acceptance. Volunteers must complete Health and Safety training annually.
Working Conditions: Volunteers must be non-judgmental and have incredible listening skills, empathy, and understanding of boundaries. This role requires a high level of training and commitment. Work is directly in resident rooms with residents and their loved ones. Must be able to stand, sit, kneel and use dexterity.
Accessibility: Designated accessible parking space, Accessible work space
Transportation: On a bus route