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The Saint Vincent Auxiliary
"In every community, there is work to be done. In every heart, there is the power to do it." Marianne Williamson
It is the spirit behind the very founding of Saint Vincent more than 130 years ago. After a man fell and shattered his ankle in front of the Sisters of St. Joseph Orphanage and Motherhouse, a group of sisters gave of their own time to take care of him, and it was from that single act of volunteerism that Saint Vincent emerged. That spirit still thrives today in the 200+ volunteers who serve Saint Vincent Health Center, a non-profit hospital. Often, these men and women are the very first people a patient or visitor encounters when they enter Saint Vincent. They are the caring, compassionate, welcoming face of the Health Center, donating more than 20,000 hours of service annually…which translates into hundreds of thousands of dollars in savings for Saint Vincent. The Saint Vincent Auxiliary, an official non-profit organization since 1916, is designed to harness the abilities and energies of people of all ages and walks of life. From young people to retirees, from homemakers to working professionals, volunteers are vital to making Saint Vincent the best place to get care and the best place to give care.
Saint Vincent Auxiliary Mission
The Saint Vincent Auxiliary, a diverse community of volunteers, is dedicated to the preservation of the legacy of the Sisters of Saint Joseph by serving Saint Vincent Health System with their time, talent, enthusiasm, compassion and caring for all.
Volunteer Opportunities: Something for Everyone. Social, civic and fundraising activities
Health Center volunteer positions:
- Accounting
- Diabetes Resource Center
- Central Processing
- Emergency Room
- Escort o Flower & Mail Delivery
- Food and Nutrition
- Gift Shop
- Information Desk
- Risk Management
- VIP Program
- Medical Education
- Social Work
- Women’s Diagnostic Center
- Human Resources/Associate Health
- Nursing Units
- Pastoral Care
- Baby Photo Program – Cherished Memories
- Harder Building
Annual Events hosted by the Saint Vincent Auxiliary:
- Festival of Trees
- Golf for Miracles
- A Night At The Races
- Pirates of Presque Isle
Benefits to Volunteers
- Free parking
- Complimentary coffee at Café Roses
- 20% discount in the Saint Vincent Gift Shop
- Discounted rate offered at the Saint Vincent Fitness Center
- Invitation to attend various special events throughout the year
How to Get Involved
Volunteers at Saint Vincent Health Center gain valuable experience by working with a variety of health care professionals at a nationally recognized organization. Saint Vincent provides an opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge and enrich your life while assisting in the day-to-day operations of the health center. Volunteers commit to a definite amount of time on a regular basis and every effort is made to place them in their area of interest. Please call today to explore the volunteer opportunities waiting for you at Saint Vincent Health Center.
Tony Bruno
Director, Volunteer Services/Retail Operations
Saint Vincent Health System
232 West 25th Street
Erie, PA 16544
814.452.5359 phone
814.455.1410 fax
tobruno@svhs.org
To expedite the application process, please complete our electronic registration form.
Student Volunteers
Saint Vincent Junior Volunteer - Deadline to submit the application is Wednesday, May 26th, 2010.
Saint Vincent welcomes high school students who are interested in volunteering in the health care field.
Volunteers must complete a minimum of 3 hours per week between June and August and must attend the mandatory orientation.
Participating in the program is a perfect way to learn more about health care careers and gives you the opportunity to earn community service hours. Many students are placed directly on the nursing units so they can receive a first hand look at daily hospital operations.
The Junior Volunteer Program is only available during the summer months for easier availability in scheduling. If you are interested please complete the pre-registration form or call 814-452-5359.