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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
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  • 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

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