Maine § 8631. - Volunteer hospice programs

§ 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).]

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).]

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).]

4.  Demonstrated knowledge.  Volunteers must demonstrate knowledge of and ability to access community resources that reflect the full scope of hospice care.