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Volunteer Services

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Yale New Haven Hospital. Established in 1933, the Yale New Haven Hospital volunteer program is one of the oldest in the country. There are a variety of rewarding volunteer roles to fit individual schedules, abilities and interests. 

Volunteer opportunities range from working directly with patients or more behind the scenes. Volunteers also have the opportunity to volunteer at numerous offsite YNHH locations.  Volunteers are required to be over the age of 15 and contribute a minimum of 3-4 hours a week for at least 6 months 

Previous applicants: If you applied during COVID and are still interested, please email us to confirm that your application is still on file at [email protected].

To ensure the safety and well-being of our patients, communities we serve, staff and volunteers, we are following the hospital mandate for full COVID vaccination including the booster. Masks are also required to be worn in the building.

 

Volunteer Opportunities 

Behind the Scenes: Volunteers who are placed in a behind the scenes assignment assist staff with clerical duties, deliveries and light computer work. 

Customer Service: Volunteers in a customer service position assist patients and visitors in navigating throughout the hospital or providing service to customers in the hospital’s gift shops. 

Integrative Wellness Programs: Reiki, Pet Therapy and Music/Arts are a few examples of volunteer programs that enhance the experience of patients, families, staff, and the communities we serve. Certification and expertise may be required. 

Patient Support: Volunteers placed in a patient support assignment provide assistance to patients and staff in clinic as well as inpatient areas. Assignments may vary between moderate or intense patient support. 

Volunteer programs

Community

Non-student adult volunteers help in many areas of the hospital throughout the year. Adult volunteers are expected to volunteer once a week for 3 - 4 hours for a minimum of at least 6 months or 60 hours. Please complete the Volunteer Application. Thank you for your interest.

College

Academic Year Program (September–May) 
College students are expected to volunteer once a week for 3 - 4 hours for at least 6 months. Please complete the Volunteer Application.

Summer Program (May-August 2023)
The Summer Program s currently full. We are accepting applications for the Academic Program.

High School Program

2023 Summer High School Volunteer Program 

Yale New Haven Hospital Summer High School Volunteer Program (June 19, 2023 - August 18, 2023) is filled. 

Please check the website for future high school volunteer opportunities. 

Hope Program

The H.O.P.E. (Having an Opportunity to Prepare for Employment) Program is a job-skills training program for community residents. Participants become YNHH volunteers, enroll in a variety of training opportunities and serve in numerous capacities throughout the health system as they prepare to re-enter the workforce. Please take the first step by completing this application online and submitting to the email address, fax number or mailing to the address listed on the application. 

pdf Download the Hope Program application (Fillable PDF)

Contact Volunteer Services

York Street Campus
203-688-2297

Saint Raphael Campus
203-789-3480