Volunteer at Sinai Health
Volunteers are valued members of the Sinai Health team. They play a very important role in creating a welcoming environment for patients and caregivers while they are in the hospital.
Our volunteers come from many different backgrounds. They are committed to providing compassionate and inclusive support to patients and their families. They enjoy working with others and always strive to learn and improve.
Volunteer requirements
Before you can start volunteering, you need to meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 16 years old
- Be a resident of Canada for at least one year
- Be fluent in English with excellent written and spoken communication skills
- Complete a health screening, including screening for tuberculosis, immunity screening for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella and hepatitis B (you are responsible for any associated costs)
- Attend a general hospital orientation
- Complete a set of online education courses
- Purchase a volunteer uniform and badge
Please make sure you are able to commit to a volunteer placement before you apply. It is important that you are able to attend your volunteer shifts. If you anticipate not being able to fulfill your volunteer commitment due to study workload or other commitments, you may wish to wait to apply at a different time when your schedule is less full.
Current volunteer opportunities
MAUVE volunteers - Mount Sinai Hospital site
MAUVE on the Units - two vacancies
The Maximizing Aging Utilizing Volunteer Engagement program on the inpatient units is looking for dedicated volunteers at Mount Sinai Hospital for the following 2 shifts:
- Tuesday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Volunteers will have an opportunity for direct patient interaction while supporting our inpatient units. Volunteers will support the care team with non-clinical duties including one-to-one bedside activities, friendly visits, mealtime support and more.
Skills and abilities
Ideal candidates:
• Are comfortable interacting with geriatric patients with cognitive impairments
• Have personal or professional life skills in interacting with the older population
• Are comfortable interacting with the staff team
How to apply
Please email Angel Lau at [email protected] with the following details:
• Your resume
• Your availability
• A small blurb about who you are
We require a commitment of at least six months. Due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
MAUVE volunteers – Hennick Bridgepoint site
MAUVE on the Units
The Maximizing Aging Utilizing Volunteer Engagement program on the inpatient units is looking for dedicated volunteers at Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital for the following shifts:
- Weekdays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Weekdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Volunteers will have an opportunity for direct patient interaction while supporting our inpatient units. Volunteers will support the care team with non-clinical duties including one-to-one bedside activities, friendly visits, mealtime support and more.
Skills and abilities
Ideal candidates:
- Are comfortable interacting with geriatric patients with cognitive impairments
- Have personal or professional life skills in interacting with the older population
- Are comfortable interacting with the staff team
How to apply
Please email Angel Lau at [email protected] with the following details:
- Your resume
- Your availability
- A small blurb about who you are
We require a commitment of at least six months. Due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
Music volunteers
We are currently recruiting skilled piano, guitar and ukulele volunteers to play on the inpatient units. Shifts are once a week for 2 hours.
Skills and abilities
- The ability to maintain professional boundaries and follow safety protocols
- Exemplary attendance, even during times of heavy work or school commitments
How to apply
Please email Angel Lau at [email protected] with the following details:
- An updated resume
- Your availability
Due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program
We welcome certified volunteers from the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program. For more information about getting your dog certified, contact the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program.
Frequently asked questions
Transportation to and from volunteering is the responsibility of the volunteer. We do not provide funding for transportation.
Yes, volunteers are given free parking.
All volunteers are required to wear a uniform and photo ID badge while on duty. You are responsible for the costs associated with the uniform.
Volunteer shifts are Monday to Friday (morning, afternoon, and evening) and limited shifts on Saturday-Sunday (morning and afternoon).
All volunteers commit to a minimum of 70 hours of service. Any hours accumulated by volunteering at Sinai Health may be used towards your secondary school volunteer requirement, but you will need to complete the full 70 hours of service to have your hours verified.
No, we do not offer research or shadowing opportunities.
Please be aware that we do not offer specific volunteer roles that provide the opportunity to practice or gain experience within your specific profession. Volunteers do not perform tasks that are performed by a licensed or regulated profession such as physicians, physiotherapists, nurses and lab technicians.
Volunteering at Sinai Health does not lead to a paid position. For all career opportunities, please visit our Careers section.