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Make a Difference: Volunteer at GBGH

At Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH), volunteers play an essential role in enhancing the hospital experience for patients, visitors, and staff.
Volunteers donate their time through a variety of meaningful roles designed to provide comfort to patients, raise funds for the hospital, and support GBGH’s mission to Make Excellent Care Personal.

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where every volunteer feels respected, supported, and valued.
Whether you are looking to give back to the community, get a feel for the environment as part of your journey to a career in healthcare, or simply because you enjoy volunteering, we have a variety of opportunities to explore!

Volunteer Opportunities

•Friendly visiting on inpatient units
• Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP)
•Administrative opportunities within Volunteer Resources and Human Resources
•Information Desk/Wayfinding
•Emergency Department
•Supporting Captain’s Cafe operations
•Supporting Gift Shop operations
•Patient and Family Advisory Committee (PFAC)

Onboarding Requirements

To become a volunteer at GBGH, you must go through an application and onboarding process.

Step 1: Volunteer Application

All applicants must be at least 16 years or older at time of application.
Volunteer applications should be submitted online via the Apply Online button below
Note: if you are applying for the Patient and Family Advisory Committee, please submit an application via the Join the PFAC Council button below
Should you require a physical copy of the application, you can pick up a copy onsite at Switchboard or Gift Shop.

Step 2: Position Selection

Applicants must commit to one shift per week (same day and time each week) for a duration of 3-4 hours
Once your application is approved, you will receive a list of available volunteer opportunities, along with position descriptions for your review
You must select a position by the deadline specified within the email you receive. Failure to do so may result in the closure of your volunteer file.

Step 3: Interview

The Volunteer Resources Coordinator will contact you directly to schedule your volunteer interview after you select a volunteer position
Interviews are conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams (no application download necessary). Should you require an in-person interview, please notify the Volunteer Resources Coordinator as soon as possible following the interview invitation
All interviews are approximately 20-30 minutes in length.

Step 4: Onboarding and Document Submission

If you are successful in obtaining a volunteer position following your interview, the Volunteer Resources Coordinator will provide all necessary instructions regarding onboarding.
All applicants must:

Complete a two-step TB Test and provide proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Tetanus
Submit a clear Vulnerable Sector Check (not required for applicants under the age of 18)
Submit a Reference Form
Sign Confidentiality and Code of Conduct Agreement
Complete online training modules
Attend a Volunteer Orientation Session

Step 5: Begin Volunteering!

When all onboarding steps have been completed, an onsite training will be scheduled with a volunteer or staff trainer.
You may choose to attend multiple training sessions, until you feel comfortable volunteering on your own.

Have Questions?

Volunteer application forms may be picked up at Georgian Bay General Hospital at the following locations:

Gift Shop
Coffee Bar
Emergency department volunteer desk
The Main Switchboard
Volunteer Information Board (lower level)
Main entrance information desk

If you have additional questions regarding the volunteer program at GBGH, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Volunteer Resources Coordinator at 705-526-1300 Ext. 5374 or email: Volunteers@gbgh.on.ca.

We thank you for your interest in volunteering at GBGH and can’t wait to welcome you to our Crew!

Patient and Family Advisory Committee Volunteers

Our PFAC is seeking members who are committed to investing their time in making our hospital better for patients and families. By sharing their GBGH stories and thinking beyond their personal experience, our PFAC members provide valuable feedback about how we can improve the care we offer. PFAC members are volunteers, and can also assist any other department that accepts volunteers.

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