Spiritual Care Volunteer [ More info  ]   
Functioning: 
- Providing spiritual support to client and/or family; 
- Provide weekly visit with client and/or family; 
 
When assigned to a client/family duties may include: 
- Playing music, reading spiritual or holy books, praying, taking walks, specific rituals, chatting, meditation, reflections, funeral conversations, etc, as per the direction of the client; 
- Provide a non-discriminating, non-judgmental atmosphere for the client/family to discuss their reactions and values related to spirituality, religion, death, dying, funerals, cultural practices, and belief systems while not imposing one’s own faith/beliefs/opinions on others. 
 
Note: At least one year of experience as a Hospice In-Home Volunteer is a pre-requisite for this volunteer position.
Heart House Hospice

Volunteer Board Member [ More info  ]  
Board of Director Responsibilities includes: 
- Participate in development of the strategic direction for the organization 
- Monitor the organization’s performance to achieve the vision and mission of Bethell Hospice 
- Assess financial viability and sustainability of the organization and participate in the approval of the budget 
- Prepare for and attend monthly Board meetings and participate on at least one standing committee of the Board, participate in annual, full day strategic session 
- Prepare necessary policy and by-law amendments 
- Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including community organizations, hospital representatives, provincial and municipal government representatives and funding agencies  
- Collaborate with Bethell Hospice Foundation’s Board to assist in raising of funds for the organization 
- Actively contribute to the functioning of the Board 
 
 
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference, please forward your resume and letter of interest to; 
- Nora Paradis  
- paradis.nj@gmail.com  
- by Friday, May 24, 2013.  
- Interviews for selected candidates will take place in early June.
Bethell Hospice

In Home Client Volunteer [ More info  ]   
Duties and Responsibilities: 
- Complete 30 hour training program (missed classes to be made up) and participate in on-going education opportunities 
- Make a commitment of at least 3 to 4 hours per week for a one year period 
- ESPECIALLY LOOKING FOR THOSE AVAILABLE DURING THE DAY MONDAY TO FRIDAY!! 
 
When assigned to a client/family duties "May" include: 
- Providing support and companionship to client and/or family 
- Providing transportation to medical treatment appointments or shopping errands 
- Providing respite for caregiver 
- Assisting client with activities of daily living  
- Providing care/comfort measures such as complementary therapies - Reiki, TT 
- Follow all visiting protocol as per policies and procedures 
- If providing transportation, to carry a minimum of $1 million third party liability 
- Maintain monthly contact with the Hospice office 
- Maintain confidentiality 
- Ask for assistance if help or support or additional information is required 
- Comply with the fragrance-free and smoke-free environment policy 
- Submit monthly reports recording all contacts and visits with client/family, observations, mileage, etc.
Heart House Hospice

Kitchen Volunteer [ More info  ]  
- Assist with food preparation following meal plans, under the direction of the Kitchen Coordinator  
- Ensures presentation of food is attractive and quality of food meets hospice standards 
- Assist with preparation of meal trays and plating of meals  
- Work as a part of a transdisciplinary team  
- Assist delivering meals to residents and removing trays from resident rooms  
- Assist with food storage according to food safety standards 
- Prepare snacks and tea and coffee as required  

Bethell Hospice

End of Life Volunteer [ More info  ]  
- Spend 15-30 minutes with residents in the end stages on their life who would like to be with someone 
- Spending quiet time, listening to music, chatting, reading, praying etc.
Eatonville Care Centre

Peer Support [ More info  ]  
Individuals with a personal experience with cancer can use their experience to support others.
Wellspring Chinguacousy, Support Centre for Cancer Patients & Caregivers, Brampton