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Volunteer Service - Friends of the Mercy

Description

Friends of the Mercy is a volunteer service that works within Mercy University Hospital (MUH).  The volunteers are individuals who commit time and energy to the hospital and their role complements that of paid staff, but does not substitute for it.

It is recognised by the hospital that volunteers can play a very important role in helping to make the hospital experience better for patients, and their efforts contribute highly to the overall success of the hospital.

Role

The list below is only a general guide of some of our volunteer activities and may be expanded as the service develops.

  • Visiting patients within the hospital.  This may include chatting, reading and / or listening to patients.
  • Walking with patients.
  • Meeting and greeting at Reception (assisting with wayfinding to various wards, clinics or departments).

Requirements

Volunteers are asked to:

  • Be over the age of 18.
  • Embody the MUH core values of respect, justice, compassion, excellence and team spirit.
  • Be empathic towards those who are using the hospital services.
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Provide excellent customer service.
  • Be courteous, caring and professional in their interactions with patients and staff.
  • Speak fluent English.

Commitment

The minimum time commitment is 12 months for a minimum of 3 hours weekly.

We need volunteers each day Monday through Friday in the mornings or the afternoons.  For example, you may be available on a Tuesday in the afternoons.  You will be asked to advise us when you are available on our application form (see Next Steps section below).

We currently do not have a need for volunteers on the weekends.

Next Steps

To include:

  • Application form. (please click here and print off form and complete)
  • Garda vetting (please click here and print off form, complete and return with the application form above together with a scanned copy of your passport or drivers license to e-mail:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Informal interviews.

Supports

Volunteers will be provided with the following:

  • Initial induction and training.
  • Insurance cover.
  • Supervision
  • Support / advice / recognition.

Contact Volunteer Coordinator

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer with the Friends of the Mercy and would like to know more, please ring or text our Volunteer Coordinator on 086-773 8206 and leave a brief message.  Your call will be returned.  

Alternatively, e-mail:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..