§8631. Volunteer hospice programs
A volunteer hospice program must comply with this section and with all provisions of subchapter I that are relevant to a volunteer hospice program. [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
1. Direct services. At a minimum, a direct service volunteer must:
A. Submit a written application; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
B. Undergo a screening interview and a posttraining interview; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
C. Attend a 20-hour standard training program; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
D. Submit a confidentiality statement; and [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
E. If the volunteer will transport individuals, have proof of auto insurance and a valid driver's license. [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
[PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
2. Policies and procedures. Hospice programs shall develop and maintain policies and procedures that address the following:
A. Recruitment, retention and dismissal; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
B. Screening; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
C. Orientation; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
D. Scope of function; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
E. Supervision; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
F. Ongoing training and support; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
G. Interdisciplinary team conferencing; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
H. Records of volunteer activities; and [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
I. Bereavement services. [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
[PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
3. Duties of coordinator. Volunteer services must be directed by a coordinator of volunteer services who shall:
A. Implement a direct service volunteer program; [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
B. Coordinate the orientation, education, support and supervision of direct service volunteers; and [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
C. Coordinate the use of direct service volunteers with other hospice staff. [PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
[PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
4. Demonstrated knowledge. Volunteers must demonstrate knowledge of and ability to access community resources that reflect the full scope of hospice care.
[PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 692, §1 (NEW).
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