At St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, volunteers are an important part of the special care given to our young patients and their families. St. Christopher's draws volunteers from all areas of life; many are professionals, retirees, married couples, or students. Some give only a few hours a week of their valuable time; others volunteer several days a week. Volunteers may select the work setting they desire; some may work directly with patients, while others may volunteer in a service department that supports patient care.

Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers may choose to work directly with patients or behind the scenes in such areas as:

• Admissions
• Caring Through Reading Program
• Child Life/Play Therapy
• Children's Library
• Emergency Services
• Environmental Services
• Family and Patient Relations
• Food and Nutrition
• Hospitality Program
• Maintenance Department
• Materials Management
• Medical Library
• Medical Records
• Professional and College Work-Study Program
• Public Relations
• Surgery
• Tour Guides

This is a partial listing; additional opportunities are available.

Volunteer Requirements
Volunteer positions are available for weekdays, evening and weekends. Before working as a volunteer at St. Christopher's volunteers must:

Be at least 15 years old

Complete an application and interview

Provide documentation of a tine test for tuberculosis and rubella titer (both administered free of charge if documentation is not available)

Agree to a drug screening and a criminal check, if volunteering in a patient care area

Contribute a minimum of four hours per week (for most programs)

Provide references

Participate in our Volunteer Orientation Program

For more information about volunteering at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, write to:

Volunteer Department
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
Erie Avenue at Front Street
Philadelphia, PA 19134-1095
215-427-5398