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Seeking Pet Therapy Services for Hospice Patients (Certification Required)

Compassus Hospice

Location
Milford, CT
Age
All ages
Schedule
Flexible
Spots left
Unlimited

About this opportunity

We are currently seeking qualified professionals that would like to offer pet therapy services to individuals on hospice in Hartford, Fairfield, New Haven, Litchfield, Tolland, and/or Middlesex Counties. Volunteers are an essential part of the hospice team, as they contribute to the quality of life and fulfillment each patient experiences in their final days. If you are certified/licensed to provide pet therapy services and would like to gift some very special people with your presence and passion, please review the requirements below and apply to your preferred location. Volunteer Training- All volunteers receive free training at a local office or virtually. Health Screening and Background Check- All required testing and screening is paid for by Compassus. Time Commitment- Minimum of 6 months to 1 year commitment. Whether you give two hours a month or six hours a week, all efforts are appreciated and needed. Compassus will work around your schedule. Listed below are links to apply at our local offices, please apply to your preferred location. Once your application has been reviewed you will be contacted via email to discuss the next steps. Orange/Milford Office https://hospicecom.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Volunteer/job/Orange-CT/Volunteer_2021-21034?locations=774a231d5a7801929adba537cb7ad75b Hartford/Rocky Hill Office: https://hospicecom.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Volunteer/job/Hartford-CT/Volunteer---Hartford--CT_2023-30187?locations=774a231d5a78015c6bb2c58ac97a7759 Thank you for your interest! We look forward to working with you!

Requirements & what to bring

  • Animal Therapy
  • Elder Care
  • Hospice Care
  • People Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Veteran Care

Location

Milford, CT

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Flexible / on-call schedule

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