Internship program at st Francis hospital

Internship program at st Francis hospital

High School Volunteers

Volunteers play a significant role in providing care and support services to St. Francis Medical Center. Our volunteers live the Daughters of Charity’s Mission of serving the underprivileged, sick and the poor. They generously give their time, service and compassion to our patients and families. Our Volunteer Services Department provides volunteers with experience and exposure to health careers. Volunteering at St. Francis Medical Center is a positive experience for young people and adults age 14 years and older who desire to be of service to others. Our volunteers include professionals, homemakers, students, retirees and senior citizens — individuals with varied interests who share a common commitment to the goals and philosophy of St. Vincent de Paul, founder of the Daughters of Charity. Through their combined efforts, they volunteer thousands of hours to St. Francis Medical Center each year. If you would like to make a difference and learn more about volunteer opportunities at St. Francis Medical Center, please contact our Volunteer Services Department at (310) 900-8574.Length of commitment: 280 hours (4 hrs/ week + monthly meetings) Requirements; All of the following are mandatory requirements that apply to every Junior Volunteer applicant. If you are unable to fulfill these requirements, then please do not submit an application. Students must be between 15 -17 years of age. Available at least two days a week (Monday - Thursday) to volunteer for the entire program. Able to volunteer between the hours of 9am and 1pm.Turn in all required application paperwork including guidance counselor recommendation form. An interview will not be scheduled until all paper work has been received. Complete an in-person interview with a parent present. Attend orientation session. Students must be willing to work in the area they are assigned. We cannot guarantee assignment to a specific department. A limited number of slots exists for the program and are filled on a first come basis. Dress Code; Hospital ID's must be in plain view (above the waist).All volunteers must wear a volunteer polo which should be paired with Khaki type pants. No shorts, muscle shorts or open-toe shoes are allowed on volunteer shifts. Attendance is crucial to the success of the Junior Volunteer program! Sign In: At Chambers Street greeter desk before reporting for your volunteer assignment. Sign Out: At the end of your shift. Applicants must be able to commit to volunteering at a minimum twice a week. Junior volunteers must be able to commit to volunteering on their scheduled days for the entire summer session starting with mandatory orientation on July 13th. The program runs from July 13 - August 13, 2015.