Volunteer at UPMC Memorial

Our volunteers at UPMC Memorial share their time and talents to support our mission and improve patient experience.

Contact Volunteer Services at UPMC Memorial

To learn more about volunteering at UPMC Memorial, contact:

• UPMC Memorial: Jennifer Warfel, 717-849-5470 or WarfelJ@upmc.edu

Volunteering Requirements

Applying is easy. To become a volunteer, you will need to complete the following steps:

• Complete the volunteer application.
• Schedule an interview.
• Complete background requirements.
• Criminal background checks (Pennsylvania, FBI and Child Abuse).
• Health Assessment
• Two references.
• Attend an orientation session.

We ask that adult volunteers commit to at least 50 hours over a period of one year. Most volunteers work 3-4 hour shifts, 1-3 times per week.

Note: We do not accept:

• Court-ordered community service volunteer work.
• Volunteers for senior projects if the student is looking for a short-term volunteer opportunity.
• Short-term, "shadow" experiences through Volunteer Services.

Apply

• Adult Volunteer Online Application
• Paper volunteer application (PDF) (Adults 18 and older, download and fax to 717-782-3220)
• Student Volunteer Application (PDF)
• Spiritual Care Volunteer (Chaplain Assistant) Application

Volunteer Opportunities

Whether you would like to work directly with patients and families, or would rather serve in a “behind-the-scenes” role, we have a volunteer opportunity for you.

Administrative Support:

• Clerical Support
• Greeters
• Information Desk

Patient Care/Support:

• Emergency Department
• Nursing Floors
• Transporter

Specialty Areas:

• Gift Shop
• Healing Therapy Program (music/pet therapies)
• Spiritual Care Program