Harmony Hospice Vigil Volunteer
Job Description
Provide calm, respectful companionship and emotional comfort
Offer gentle reassurance through presence, conversation, music, reading, or prayer (as appropriate to patient wishes)
Support family members by offering respite and reassurance
Communicate changes or concerns to hospice staff
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to hospice policies
Respect cultural, spiritual, and personal preferences of patients and families
Must be 18 years or older
Completion of hospice volunteer training and vigil-specific education
Ability to remain calm and present in emotionally sensitive situations
Background check and health screening required
This position has a flexible time commitment
Access to reliable transportation is needed for this position
Compassionate, patient, and emotionally grounded
Comfortable with silence and presence
Reliable and responsive
Respectful of diverse beliefs and end-of-life traditions
Strong listening and observation skills
Offer comfort and dignity at life’s most meaningful moment
Ensure no one dies alone
Experience profound human connection and purpose
Receive specialized training and ongoing support
Be part of a dedicated hospice care team
