Cypress Regional Hospital - Palliative Care Associate

Volunteer role includes:

  • Offer one to one visiting and socialization
  • Sitting with palliative clients to visit, play games or read to them
  • Hands on assistance with activities, such as letter writing, cards, scrapbooking
  • Be respectful of confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Prayers and scripture readings with patients permission
  • Communicate with Palliative Care Coordinator for connection with additional supports

 Shift times will vary depending on the need of the clients.

 

Requirements:

Must complete Palliative Care Training Program per Palliative Care Coordinator.

Must be comfortable with patients at end of life.

Ability to function in an emotionally stressful environment.

Comfortable in a health care setting, accepting and open minded.

Volunteer Coordinator will complete the volunteer registration process.

Palliative Care Coordinator will provide Palliative Care Volunteer Training, on site orientation/training, roles of volunteer and boundaries, dying process.