Hospital Visitor Volunteer

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"Caring, comfort, compassion, and conversation."

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) San Diego is looking for volunteers to serve in our Hospital Visitor Program at Naval Medical Center San Diego. Volunteers in this role simply act as a compassionate person who is willing to visit and talk with patients who may not have family or friends nearby.

Volunteer hours are Monday-Friday 4pm-8pm and Saturday-Sunday 9am-4pm. The typical time commitment is 3 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Present a professional, friendly and objective appearance
• Maintain a nonjudgmental demeanor, objectivity and confidentiality
• Serve as an NMCRS Ambassador

TIME COMMITMENT

• Minimum 2-3 hours per week, including travel time to/from Naval Medical Center San Diego

QUALIFICATIONS

• Commit to the team for a minimum of 6 months
• Complete NMCRS Orientation and Training
• Proof of childhood vaccines
• Complete medical screening

BENEFITS

• Mileage and childcare reimbursements available
• Opportunity to have a positive impact on quality of life for service members

Preference given for military spouses or those who already have military base access. Those without base access must be able to pass a background check. For more information about the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, please visit www.nmcrs.org.