How To Become A Volunteer

How to Become a WH Volunteer

"Random Staffing" Volunteering

Random staffing is a one way to volunteer at Washington Health. We are always looking for new adult members who are looking for an opportunity to volunteer on the days and times that work best for you. With this new program, volunteers don't have to make a long term commitment to a set schedule. Now you can sign up online for the date and time that fits into your personal schedule. If you are interested in joining us, please attend the next Volunteer Information Session on the date and time listed below.

I am interested in volunteering! How do I get started?

Adults and college students are always invited to attend, but it is not a requirement to attend a Volunteer Information Session.

^{THE HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEER PROGRAM'S WAITING LIST FOR 2026 IS NOW OPEN AS OF MARCH 25,2026. Note that you will receive an email if you made the list, and volunteer opportunities are limited to need.}

Instructions to join the Waiting List are:

Student must be 16 years of age to be on the list. Verification will be required.
Send email to: volunteer_services@washingtonhealth.com with the following information:
1. Subject line to read potential Volunteer's name
2. In the body of the email please add the following:
  1. Student Name
  2. Current grade at time of email and school name that student attends (IF YOU ARE IN YOUR SENIOR YEAR, please do NOT apply as the onboarding process is long. Please join our college volunteer program after you graduate in 2026
  3. Cell number
  4. Email address

Once the waiting list is at capacity, it will be closed. Then an invite for the Prospective Volunteer Information session will be sent depending on volunteer needs at Washington Health.

High School Volunteer Requirements:

Must be 16 years of age or older to apply and have sophomore standing
Must have an overall grade point average of "3.0"
Must attend Prospective Volunteer Information Session. Proof of attendance is required to pick up a High School Application
One-time non-refundable application fee of $20 charged at time of picking up the Volunteer Application Packet
Students are required at least a one-year commitment in volunteering with Washington Health. No exceptions
A minimum of 100 volunteer hours (not including training hours) within the year that you volunteer must be met before receiving an Exemplar Letter or validation of volunteer hours. No exceptions.
Students are required to staff at least twice a month year round

Application Packets:

* ONLY THE PROSPECTIVE VOLUNTEER CAN PICK UP THE APPLICATION.

Prospective Volunteer Information Session MUST HAVE ATTENDED AND show proof of attendance to a Meeting at the time of picking up the High School Packet can be picked up.
A counselor recommendation form is required and is included in the High School volunteer application packet.
Age - Prospective volunteers must be 16 years of age to apply and have a sophomore or junior standing and at least a 3.0 weighted GPA. We ask that Seniors do not apply at this time but apply in our College Volunteer program after graduation.
Volunteer applications are provided after attending the information session.
High School students can pick up the application at the Volunteer Services office located at 2500 Mowry Ave., suite 100, Fremont, California ONLY AFTER ATTENDING AN INFORMATION SESSION.
Office Hours are Monday to Friday 10:00am to 4:30pm.
Potential volunteers must pick up the application in person. Parents MAY accompany their child, but the high school student MUST be present when collecting the application.
A non-refundable application fee of $20 is charged at the time of pick up of the volunteer application. Cash, credit cards or checks made out to "Service League of Volunteers, Washington Health" are accepted in the Volunteer Services office.

College and Adult Application Packets:

* ONLY THE PROSPECTIVE VOLUNTEER CAN PICK UP THE APPLICATION.

Age - Prospective College volunteers begins at 18 years of age up to 26 years old and enrolled in College. ONLY THE PROSPECTIVE VOLUNTEER CAN PICK UP THE APPLICATION.
Age - Prospective Adult volunteers begin at 26 years old and older OR 18 years and older and not enrolled in College. ONLY THE PROSPECTIVE VOLUNTEER CAN PICK UP THE APPLICATION.
Volunteer applications are available for college and adults by picking up the application at the Volunteer Services office located at 2500 Mowry Ave., suite 100, Fremont, California.
Office hours are Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 4:30pm

Volunteer Application Fee for High School and College:

A non-refundable application fee of $20 is charged at the time of pick up of the volunteer application. Cash , credit card or checks made out to "Service League of Volunteers, Washington Health" are accepted in the Volunteer Services office.

Adult Fee:

Adult volunteers join the Service League and are charged yearly dues. First year dues will be collected at the orientation meeting. This minimal fee goes to fun events hosted by the Service League of Volunteers.

Health and Background Screening: - In order to provide the best care for our patients, all volunteers are screened and must complete medical requirements through our Employee Health Services (free of charge). Screenings may take up to two months to complete. Proof of immunization to rubella and varicella (chicken pox) and an annual tuberculin test are required. Volunteers who have any limitations are required to provide a doctor's statement of release, noting any restrictions.

Note: A background screening is mandatory for adult volunteers and college volunteers over the age of 18. We will provide you a link to complete, once the application is filled out and turned in. WH will absorb the cost of the background screening.
Uniforms - Volunteers must wear the Washington Health Service League volunteer uniform and name badge while volunteering.

Orientation - After submitting an application and completing the medical requirements, all accepted volunteers will be invited to a mandatory volunteer orientation in order to learn about the Hospital's mandatory safety program, policies and procedures. These are held as needed.

VOLUNTEER ORIENTATIONS ARE INVITATION ONLY

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