Objective:

To support the various services by transporting patients to and from their homes to Trinity Hospice.

 

Main duties:

• Collect patient from their home and bring to the Hospice and/or take them home.
• Transport patient to and from Trinity Hospice Out-Patient Services for their appointment.

 

General responsibilities:

• To ensure the confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with Hospice policy.
• To comply with all Hospice Policies and Procedures.
• To act always in a manner which will promote a good image of the Hospice.

 

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

• Use of own vehicle is essential and volunteers each receive a mileage allowance to cover expenses.
• Must have held a driving licence for a minimum of two years and meet our policy requirements prior to commencement.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Be empathetic and caring.
• Be in good physical health.

 

What we offer you:

•  Training and induction with a volunteer driver to support you within the role.
• Training and support to build new skills, additional training may be required dependent on your role.
• The opportunity to use your skills to complement our work.
• The chance to share your skills and experience with others.
• A chance to meet lots of new people.
• The opportunity of working as part of a team of dedicated staff and volunteers.

 

Commitment needed:

• Availability on an “as and when” basis between 8.30am-5.30pm.
• Appointments are usually for 1 hour, Living Well appointments can be up to 2 hours.
• Ability to be flexible.

 

Location:

Trinity Hospice

Low Moor Rd

Bispham

Blackpool

FY2 0BG

 

Telephone:

Volunteering Services Department 01253 952575.