Do you have a heart for helping others to have a meaningful & peaceful end-of-life journey?
At Pappus House, we believe that everyone deserves a peaceful, dignified death, surrounded by people who care. Our 8-bed personal care home is designed specifically for individuals under the care of a hospice agency and in their last months of life.
Every aspect of Pappus House was constructed to provide all the comforts of home to our residents and their loved ones.
We maintain staffing levels above industry standards to ensure our residents receive the highest quality of care.
A combination of paid staff and volunteers make our mission vibrant. Each role is critical to making Pappus House a loving, compassionate HOME for end-of-life care.
Employment
When you join this growing nonprofit organization leading the way in end-of-life care, you become part of a small, dedicated group of caregivers providing patient-focused support to our residents in a home atmosphere.
Leave work every day knowing you made a difference. You’ll be advocating for and assisting our residents as they navigate their end-of-life journey, empowering them to live life fully until their final breath.
You’ll provide support for loved ones so they can reclaim their role as family members.
You’ll receive ongoing training and educational opportunities to help you provide the highest level of care, comfort, and respect for our residents and their families.
Positions Vacant
Pappus House is always looking for outstanding caregivers to join our team.
Each member of our team is specifically trained in end-of-life care and brings the passion and empathy needed to support residents on this sacred journey. They provide compassionate care and advocate for each resident’s needs.
Pappus House Employment Requirements
To maintain the Mission and Vision of Pappus House, all staff is expected to:
- Sign Confidentiality & Code of Conduct Agreements
- Have a clear background check consistent with the requirements of the Older Adult Protective Services Act
- Complete required training
How do I apply?
Complete the online application or print & return the application to info@pappushouse.org or 66 Big Mount Rd, Thomasville, PA 17364.
Volunteer
Volunteering at Pappus House makes a meaningful difference for residents and their families during a deeply emotional time.
Volunteers ensure that residents experience peace, dignity, and compassion in their final days.
Your presence helps create a comforting environment where residents feel valued and loved. Whether offering companionship, preparing meals, greeting visitors, gardening, or assisting with events, your efforts bring warmth and joy to the home.
You help lighten the burden for families, allowing them to be present with their loved ones. Your kindness creates moments of connection and comfort that families will cherish long after they leave.
When you join our family at Pappus House, your time and care enrich the experience for residents and their families, making the dying process as comfortable and dignified as possible.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference, we invite you to submit a volunteer application and join our caring community.
Volunteer Positions
First impressions are important. Be the smiling face a visitor sees when they ring the doorbell at Pappus House. Be the calm voice that directs inquiries when they call our phone. This role is one of the most crucial to ensuring the warm, loving atmosphere of our home.
2 hr Shifts: Daily 9am – 11am; 11am – 1pm; 1pm – 3pm; 3pm – 5pm; 5pm – 7pm
Direct Care volunteers work side-by-side with our Care Staff, providing comfort and support to our residents and their families. This is a perfect opportunity for volunteers, especially healthcare professionals, looking to make a difference with direct care of our residents. Please note: this volunteer opportunity requires additional upfront and annual training, as well as bigger monthly time commitment.
4 hr Shifts: Daily 9am – 1pm; 1pm – 5pm; 5pm – 9pm
Social Activity volunteers provide social interaction with residents and possibly family members in the form of conversation, sitting with residents at meal time, playing cards or board games, reading aloud, doing crafts, and engaging in other activities. Sharing your musical talents by singing or playing an instrument, whether a “concert” or “sing-along.” Writing letters… and just listening or sitting quietly as needed. If any of this interaction is something that you enjoy, we’d love to have you.
1 hr Shifts: Daily 10am – 11am; 11am – 12pm; 12pm – 1pm; 1pm – 2pm; 2pm – 3pm; 3pm – 4pm
Help with the daily work of keeping our house operational. Light housekeeping, laundry and help with meal preparation keep our house a warm loving home.
2 hr Shifts: Daily 9am – 11am; 11am – 1pm; 1pm – 3pm; 3pm – 5pm
Cook on-site “Family Meals” for residents and their families and staff on one of several prearranged dates and times per month.
2 hr Shifts: offered several times a month
Help keep our grounds beautiful. Participate in “Weeding Wednesdays,” gardening, mowing, watering (inside and out).
Seasonal
Some residents, in their final hours, may not have family or otherwise prefer that another person sit with them quietly in their room to help them pass peacefully. Due to its nature, this very important need may arise with little advance notice.
Shifts: On-Call As Needed
Holiday Decoration – We want our residents to continue to enjoy the little things in life they have celebrated over their lifetimes. We welcome groups to help us tastefully decorate our home.
Seasonal
Behind-the-scenes help is what keeps us ticking, from committees, mailings, public speaking, and fundraising. We appreciate every bit of support that is offered.
If you enjoy developing and coordinating programs, this might be for you. Our volunteers are the lifeblood of Pappus House and it is a priority for us to recruit volunteers, engage them in educational opportunities, and also find a way to show our appreciation. If you enjoy writing and informing volunteers of what’s happening at Pappus House, our monthly “Volunteer Spotlight” or “Pappus House Newsletter” might be a perfect fit.
Serve on the committee to help plan our floating memorial event held annually in October.
Serve on the committee to help plan our signature fundraiser held yearly each spring.
Additional Volunteering Questions
For more information on volunteer opportunities or to schedule a tour, please fill-out the Volunteer Interest Sheet below and a volunteer co-ordinator will contact you.
How do I apply?
Pappus House Volunteer Requirements
To maintain the Mission and Vision of Pappus House, volunteers will be expected to:
- Sign a Confidentiality Agreement
- Sign a Waiver of Liability
- Fill out a Volunteer Application
- Consent to have a background check performed (PATCH from PA State Police)
- Volunteer a minimum of 2 times a month
To start the volunteer process please click below.
A Volunteer Coordinator will contact you within a couple of days to see where your interest lies and to continue the process.
Current Volunteers
Meet Kevin Cysyk. Kevin is the current Chair of the Board of Directors for Pappus House. Initially, Kevin heard about Pappus House at an Uptown Rotary Club meeting.
