Do you have a caring heart and desire to bring comfort to others? We are seeking compassionate individuals to serve as Hospice Companion Volunteers.
As a volunteer, you will visit patients facing life-limiting illnesses to provide emotional support and companionship. Your presence can make a world of difference---offering comfort, reducing loneliness, and creating moments of joy.
Volunteer activities may include:
• Engaging in conversation and active listening
• Reading aloud, playing music, or sharing hobbies
• Sitting quietly as a comforting presence
• Offering respite to family caregivers
Time Commitment: Flexible scheduling---visits are typically 1-2 hours per week, based on your availability.
Training & Support: All volunteers receive comprehensive hospice training and ongoing support from our care team. No medical experience is required.
Requirements:
• Must be 18 years or older
• Hospice experience (preferred, not required)
• Must pass a background check
• Must have a negative TB test result
• Reliable, compassionate, and dependable
• Must provide TWO references
• Comfortable speaking with patients and families by phone and in person
• Detail-oriented with a professional attitude
Why volunteer with us:
• Gain valuable healthcare experience
• Make a meaningful difference both behind the scenes and in someone's life
• Join a supportive, mission-driven team environment
Interested?
Apply today at:
https://www.compassus.com/volunteers/ (by clicking the link) or by contacting Bobbi Rieboldt, Volunteer Coordinator for Milwaukee/Racine/Sheboygan, Bobbi.Rieboldt@compassus.com (262) 467-8427
Must be 18 years old; background check and negative TB test required. Orientation and training provided.
