Volunteer

Giving Back

Here at BTHC, our volunteers play a key role in enriching the hospital’s services. Our volunteer programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of the “whole” patient. 

We offer a range of non-clinical volunteer opportunities, carefully crafted to align with both the interests of our volunteers and the hospital’s needs.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Recreation Program
• BTHC Gardening Program
• Musical Guests
• High School Volunteer Program
• Friendly Visitor Volunteer Program
• Palliative/Cancer Care
• Greeter/Navigator Program
• Therapy Dog Program
• Blood Product Retrieval Donor Program
• Fundraising and Special Events

Below is a brief description of the roles and responsibilities of our volunteer positions:

Recreation Therapy Program

Volunteers provide services to benefit patients on the Rehab/Surgery and Medical units. Orientation will be provided by the Activities/Recreation Coordinator.

Volunteers will be involved in:

• Baking and cooking
• Bingo
• Bowling
• Crafts
• Devotions

BTHC Gardening Program

Volunteers will assist with maintaining the flower beds at BTHC. Details of the position can be discussed in more depth with the Activities/Recreation Coordinator. 

Musical Guests

Volunteers provide music to our inpatients in the facility, whether through the gift of singing or playing an instrument. Contact the Recreation/Volunteer Coordinator for more details.

High School Volunteer Program

Our High School Volunteer Program is open to students in grades 9-12 with an interest in giving something back to the community, or looking to get a hands-on experience in a healthcare setting. Students would spend their time with inpatients on the Rehab/Surgery ward and could be puzzling, reading the newspaper, or simply sitting and getting to know someone new from the community. We are always looking for sensitive, respectful and caring individuals to assist with our patients. Students, please see your high school guidance counselor for an application or contact the Activities/Recreation Coordinator for more details. 

*Summer Volunteer* opportunities are available. We ask for a minimum commitment of one shift per week.

Friendly Visitor Volunteer Program

Volunteers placements could include visiting with patients, offering friendly support to patients and their families, and assisting with patient meals when requested by nursing staff.

Palliative/Cancer Care

Volunteers provide in-hospital companion visits, support with meals, assist with the Comfort Cart, and partake in community visits. Volunteers in Cancer Care will provide compassionate care to those who come to our hospital for treatment and assist where needed.

Greeter/Navigator Volunteer Program

Volunteers will welcome and provide assistance with directing patients and visitors to various departments at our hospital.

Therapy Dog Program

Our Therapy Dog Program promotes emotional wellness for our patients, providing opportunities for companionship, visits, physical touch with our therapy dog, warmth and unconditional love.

Blood Product Retrieval Driver Program

Volunteers will provide safe, urgent delivery and retrieval of blood samples, blood, x-rays or other material when the usual systems are not available.

Fundraising and Special Events

Throughout the year, there are opportunities to support the BTHC Foundation with fundraising and support at special events.

Apply

Thank you for expressing interest in our Volunteer Program. We will respond to your application as soon as able, we appreciate your patience.
Volunteers must be at least 18 years for most areas, with the exception of our High School Volunteer Program