Volunteering at NHH
How to become an Auxiliary Volunteer
Download an application form, or pick one up in person at the hospital Inquiry Desk or at Petticoat Lane (25 Munroe Street, Cobourg).
Direct your completed form to:
Manager, Volunteers
Northumberland Hills Hospital Auxiliary
1000 DePalma Drive
Cobourg, ON K9A 5W6
Or scan and email to: volunteerapplications@nhh.ca
If you have any questions, call: 905-372-6811 ext. 4629 or email volunteerapplications@nhh.ca
Once your application is received the Manager, Volunteers or designate will contact you.
Next Steps
You will:
- be scheduled for an interview
- be asked to sign a confidentiality agreement
- select your area(s) of interest
- have your photo taken for an ID badge
Prerequisites
For the interview:
- Current police check is required
Note: In order to obtain a police check, an authorization letter is required. Please contact the Auxiliary Office at 905-372-6811 ext. 4629 for this letter
Before starting a shift in the hospital:
- A completed Health Review Form must be submitted (Petticoat Lane is optional). Please contact the Auxiliary Office at 905-372-6811, ext. 4629 for details.
Starting Your Volunteering/Service
You will:
- have orientation/training in the Service Area
- be assigned a shift(s)
- volunteer 2-4 hours/shift with a minimum of 1 shift every other week
- record your volunteer hours accordingly
Student Volunteers
Senior high school and post-secondary students are welcome as volunteers at NHH. This provides a valuable learning experience in a busy and active hospital environment particularly for those students considering a career in Life Sciences or as a Health Care Professional.
Next Steps
You will:
- be scheduled for an interview
- be asked to sign a confidentiality agreement
- select your area(s) of interest
- be given a volunteer uniform
- be issued an ID badge
Prerequisites
- High School Students must turn 16 years of age the year of their application
- A current police check for students 18 years and older is required. Note: In order to obtain a police check, an authorization letter is required. Please contact the Auxiliary Office at 905-372-6811 ext. 4629 for this letter
- Vaccination record and health review will be required
Starting Your Volunteering/Service
You will:
- have orientation/training in the Service Area
- be assigned a shift(s)
- volunteer 2-4 hours/shift with a minimum of 1 shift every other week
- record your volunteer hours accordingly
In return for your commitment and energy you will:
- gain first-hand experience of the health care sector
- explore your own role in the health care sector
- discover your skills, talents and potential
- provide a valuable service to your community