Volunteering For Teens

It can introduce you to the exciting world of health care

The deadline for the 2009 Spring session is December 15, 2008. All applications completed after that date will be held for the Summer 2009 session. LVH-17^th & Chew Street campus does not have a student volunteer program during the school year.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at one of our Lehigh Valley Health Network facilities: Lehigh Valley Hospital -Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital -17th Street, and Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest.

There are a few things you should consider before filling out your application. First, be certain that you are ready to make the minimum 60 hour commitment to be a teen volunteer. Evaluate your current obligations at home and school, and discuss this additional time commitment with your parents. Patients and staff will be counting on you! It is important that volunteers be dependable and treat their assignments seriously.

Second, teen volunteers at LVHN are limited to certain areas and responsibilities. Volunteers are expected to be flexible and accepting of different assignments according to needs and requirements of the patients, staff, and the Volunteer Services Department.

Third, bring your energy and enthusiasm! Volunteering offers the opportunity to learn and contribute in a professional, care-giving organization. Your smile and positive attitude will help you get the most out of your volunteer experience.

We look forward to receiving your teen volunteer application. Please read the requirements of our program below before completing the application. Make sure that the application is completed in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Requirements:

Applicants must be at least 14 years old (must be age 16 and older for some areas of service) and have successfully completed eighth grade
Satisfactory recommendation from your school counselor and/or other school representative
Properly completed applications, parental permission forms and a health verification form ( including a physician's signature).
Serve a minimum of 60 hours in a twelve-month period commencing on your volunteer orientation date (no service hours will be released to you or to your school until 60 hours have been completed)
For volunteers starting in the summer, we require a minimum of 32 hours or one 4-hour shift per week for eight (8) weeks during the summer - completing the full 60 hours within one year from the date of orientation.
For volunteers starting in the fall or spring, we require a minimum of one shift and completion of the full 60 hours within one year from the state date. Depending on the assignment, it will take approximately 4- 5 months to complete your 60 hour commitment.
Ability to fulfill the commitment of at least one shift per week
Ability to ensure adequate transportation to and from the hospital
Complete the necessary TB (tuberculosis) testing requirements
A clear Pennsylvania Criminal History check
Some areas of service will require the volunteer to have a child abuse clearance done. Volunteer will have to submit paperwork themselves (supplied by Volunteer Services Department) and submit a fee of $10.00 which will be reimbursed after 60 hours of service are completed.
Neatness in appearance/cleanliness and strict adherence to the volunteer dress code including the purchase of a uniform
Mandatory completion of volunteer orientation/training
Keen interest in helping and in the hospital

For questions about volunteering, call Betty Anton, Director, Volunteer Services at 610-402-8897 or e-mail at Elizabeth.Anton@lvh.com

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