Nonprofit
Published 3 days ago
Volunteer in the Emergency Department in Savannah, GA! (Mercy Volunteer Corps August 2027-July 2028)
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Savannah, GA
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime)
Time Commitment:
Full time (30+ hrs/wk)
Commitment Details:
A year-long commitment living with other volunteers in community in Savannah, GA
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
1
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine
Benefits:
Stipend Provided, Training Provided, Housing Available
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
20+
Description
As the only faith-based, non-profit health system in the area, St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System operates two hospitals with inpatient, outpatient, skilled-acute care, and emergency department facilities. The volunteer will be placed in the emergency department’s medical home program which specifically cares for vulnerable persons who are under or uninsured. A volunteer will serve as a community resource navigator by identifying, educating, and assisting patients in establishing and maintaining a primary care office as well as accessing resources for social determinants of health. The volunteer will also have an opportunity to train and support program interns.
Location
On-site
Savannah, GA, USA
