Volunteers

Volunteering can be a richly rewarding experience, and our volunteers are an integral part of the care-giving team at Riverview Health Centre.  Volunteers may participate during the weekdays, evenings or on weekends, and assignments are arranged to accommodate individuals with varying lifestyles, interests and schedules.

Applying

What to expect when you apply to become a Riverview Health Centre volunteer

Step 1 – Applying

Applying to volunteer is much like applying for a job. We take many factors into consideration before accepting volunteers to assist with Riverview Health Centre programs. Because we take our responsibility for clients/patients seriously, we screen all applicants thoroughly. Completing your application as thoroughly as possible will help us assess your suitability for volunteering in a health care environment.

Please note only selected applicants will be contacted; it often takes up to 8 weeks before we contact selected applicants. If you have listed an email address, this is how we will try to reach you.

If you are under 18 years of age, you must complete the Volunteer Application Form as well as the Parent/Guardian consent form. This application form and consent can be found online.

Step 2 – The Interview

Once our office receives your application, a Volunteer Services staff member will call you to arrange a date and time for an interview and will ask you to submit three (3) references at the time of the interview.

The interview is an opportunity for us to find out more about you and for you to ask questions you may have about volunteering for Riverview Health Centre. We will discuss placements based on your interests and our program needs.We will also discuss expectations of volunteers and the importance of confidentiality.

Step 3 – Screening

After your interview, a Volunteer Services staff member will contact your references.

A criminal record check with vulnerable sector search and adult abuse registry check must also be completed prior to beginning your volunteer service.

Step 4 – The Offer

If a successful match is made between your skills and abilities and an available position, Volunteer Services staff will offer you a volunteer placement. If you decide to accept the offer, a start date will be determined.

If you are a student getting credit hours for your volunteering, it is your responsibility to track your hours to ensure you are meeting your school’s requirements.

Step 5 – Training & Orientation

On your first day, Volunteer Services staff will provide you with a volunteer identification badge and a general orientation to the office/site where you will be volunteering. You will then receive specific training for your volunteer position. You are now ready to begin volunteering!

Apply now!

To begin the volunteer induction process, please click on one of the appropriate links below:
As you are under the age of 18, parent/guardian consent is required to volunteer and for the storage of personal information.

Volunteer opportunities

Riverview Health Centre has volunteer opportunities in a number of service areas:

Patient Care Areas:

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On unit opportunities include friendly visitation, pet visitation, recreation assistant, dining room assistant, rehabilitation, worship Centre and hair salon transport. There are also opportunities available in our community programs-day hospital and adult day program.

Retail:

Opportunities include working in our gift shop and gift shop office.

The Riverview Health Centre gift shop is staffed by volunteers, and offers a selection of merchandise for staff, visitors and patients. Hours of operation are 10:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, and 12:00 to 3:00pm on weekends. Hours may vary due to changing circumstances and volunteer availability. The phone number for the gift shop is 204 478 6184. All revenues from the Gift Shop are donated to Riverview Health Centre to enhance the lives of patients and residents.


Non-patient Areas:

Volunteers are placed in office support for Education Services and Human Resources.

Pet Visitation

As an animal lover and owner, you might want to consider bringing your pet to Riverview to visit with patients and residents. Pet volunteers are matched with a specific unit to offer supervised pet visits. There is nothing as satisfying as seeing the happiness that pets can bring to people! 

As the pet’s owner, you are required to submit the most recent vaccination report and ensure that your pet is well behaved and comfortable around people.


Volunteer opportunities are available during the Days, Evenings and Weekends

Note that all prospective volunteers must complete an application, participate in an interview, agree to a reference check and take part in an orientation prior to placement. A commitment of three months is expected. Volunteers must be age 15 or older.

For more information and questions on volunteer opportunities at Riverview Health Centre contact Volunteer Services at:
Phone: 204-478-6208
Email: volunteer@rhc.mb.ca

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