Vigil Volunteer - Gentiva Hospice Dothan, AL : Job Details

A Vigil Volunteer offers companionship, comfort and presence to aptients during the time immediately prior to death. Support can be provided to patients who have no family to be with hem or to provide support and guidance to families and caregivers, helping to relieve the unknown; this may also include staff if a patient lives in a facility. Support is provided in a variety of ways, including being a clam presence, talking and listening to family/caregivers, or sharing silence.

The Vigil Volunteer must have an understanding of Hospice philosophy and be familiar with the dying process, i.e. recognize when death is imminent. He/She will receive additional education/training on anticipatory grief, empathetic presence, reflective listening and the rights of dying.

Volunteer Prerequisites

These prerequisites are for the safety of our patients and volunteers.