General Information
Youth volunteers are encouraged to participate in one or both of the summer or academic school year programs. For questions, call (785) 354-6095.

Summer Program – Applications will be accepted February 1 through May 7. When application is received by Volunteer Services we will contact you to set up an interview. Interviews will be conducted in April and May.

A commitment of at least one shift per week for 8 out of the 11-week summer program is required. The 2010 summer program begins June 1 and ends Aug. 13.

Academic School Year Program – Applications may be submitted September 1 through February 1. (After February 1, applications will be considered for the summer program.)  When application is received by Volunteer Services we will contact you to set up an interview.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 13 years of age
• Maintain a “C” average during the course of the school year
• Complete the application process and participate in mandatory orientation and training sessions, as required. 
• Permission from a parent or guardian to participate, if under 18 years of age. 
• Required to purchase a volunteer polo shirt. 
• Required to complete a minimum of 32 hours during the summer program or 50 hours during the academic school year.
• Receive a two-part Tuberculin Skin Testing (PPD) provided by Stormont-Vail.
• Complete health review.
• Furnish recommendation from teacher/guidance counselor.

You will also be required to complete an interview with Volunteer Services staff for the purpose of introduction and ascertaining your interests and placement.

Orientation and training sessions for youth volunteers will include a review of hospital policies and procedures, safety and environmental care training, HIPAA & confidentiality requirements and assignment-specific training as required. 

Upon acceptance into a program, you will be notified of the orientation time and location.

Application Process

STEP 1: Complete Online:

1. The volunteer application. Submit online.
2. Volunteer Services will contact you for an interview upon receipt of your application.

STEP 2: Bring the following to your interview:

1. Copy of two (2) measles, mumps, rubella immunizations (MMR) and varicella (chicken pox) immunizations (If applicant has had chicken pox, provide that date at the interview)
2. Copy of recent grade report
3. Review volunteer opportunities, print and complete placement information sheet. Complete placement information sheet for whichever program you are applying for.
   1. Academic school year placement information sheet
   2. Summer placement information sheet
4. Pre-Volunteer Health Review (Print out and complete. Be sure to include parent/guardian consent.)
5. Print the Teacher/Guidance Counselor Reference Form. Complete top portion of the form and give to reference. Upon completion by the teacher or counselor, they will fax the form to Volunteer Services. (Fax # 785-354-5812)
6. Review Uniform Requirements. You will be asked to provide your uniform size so that, if accepted, uniform will be ready by your first day of volunteering. Cost is $20.