Whatever your interests and talents, we have the right volunteer position for you. You can make a difference in the lives of our patients and families in the communities we serve.
At WellSpan, adults and teens experience the gift of giving every day as volunteers. Many of them find the experience so rewarding that they make a long-term commitment to volunteering. Several have logged more than 1,000 hours doing what they love in the community.
Find the volunteer position that’s right for you
Explore the many volunteer opportunities available. Find what meets your personal interests and skills, and submit an adult or teen application.
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Adult application (18-plus years old) Teen application (16-18 years old, in high school)
Summer volunteer program
The summer volunteer program has a variety of opportunities, so applicants, ages 16 and older, must be flexible and open to a variety of volunteer positions within healthcare.
Summer volunteers must commit to 75 hours during the summer, which is approximately 12-16 hours per week (two weeks off during the summer to enjoy vacations and/or camps).
Please complete this application form to apply for the summer volunteer program.
Please note: submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance into WellSpan's summer volunteer program. Due to the popularity of this program, only a limited number of applicants will be accepted.
Application Closed: Thank you for your interest in the WellSpan Summer Volunteer Program. The application deadline has now passed, and we are no longer accepting submissions for this season. We encourage you to check back for future volunteer opportunities or explore our year‑round programs that remain open to new applicants.
Types of volunteer positions
Volunteer positions can include:
- patient contact: providing patient concierge services, patient aid and pampering
- courier/messenger: delivering flowers, e-greetings, mail, medical records or patient supplies
- administrative support: filing, mailing, assembling packets, data entry and copying
- public contact: acting as a greeter, information desk attendant or receptionist
- pet therapy volunteer (dogs): working with a WellSpan-approved pet therapy organization
We follow our regulatory agency requirements for volunteer onboarding. These requirements include:
- criminal background checks and child abuse clearance verifications (state and federal)
- at least 16 years of age
- 100 hours of service within the first 12 months of starting
- dependable, responsible, friendly demeanor
- immunization/vaccine requirements (including annual flu vaccination)
- personal reference checks
- annual requirements (including education and infection control)
Ready to apply?
Thank you for your interest in becoming a WellSpan volunteer! Please complete an online application form below, based on your age.
Adult application (18-plus years old) Teen application (16-18 years old, in high school)
