Children's National Volunteer Application - Extended Campus

Thank you for your interest in exploring volunteer opportunities with the Volunteer Services department at Children's National Hospital, an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome your interest to apply!

Please review program description and requirements featured below and on our website prior to completing this application. Submission of this application is the first step in the volunteer application and selection process. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, specific requirements of our programs, and limited openings, we are unable to place every applicant.

The Volunteer Services team at Children's National will review all applications received and select candidates to continue to the next step in the onboarding process. Next steps may vary depending on each volunteer assignment and will include an interview with your prospective supervisor. The Volunteer Services team will communicate via email regarding final decisions and will provide instructions regarding required paperwork.

Individuals who are selected to become a Children's National Volunteer must adhere to the onboarding and training requirements of the program which includes a background investigation performed by an outside agency, submission of a comprehensive medical packet for medical clearance, online orientation, and in person training.

*Please Note: The Volunteer Services Department reserves the right to amend the scope and/or specifications of its programs at any time.

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Pre-Screening Questions

The minimum time commitment for all assignments will be once per week for one year (with the exception of the Kids in Action program). All assignments take place at our Extended Campus locations:Children's National Rehabilitation & Specialized Care: Bunker Hill Road - 1731 Bunker Hill Rd NE in Washington, DC 20017Unit VolunteerKids in ActionChildren's National Columbia Heights - 3336 14th St NW Washington, DC 20010Food PharmacyAre you able to meet the commitment requirements of the volunteer program?

Thank you for your interest in volunteer opportunities at Children's National Hospital; however, your availability does not align with our current openings.

For additional support opportunities, please visit our webpage:

https://www.childrensnational.org/make-a-difference/volunteer/community-volunteers

Be advised you will not be able to submit this application going forward.

What is your age?

The minimum age to volunteer is 15 years old.

Please visit our webpage to read about Community Support Opportunities:

https://www.childrensnational.org/make-a-difference/volunteer/community-volunteers

Be advised you will not be able to submit this application going forward.

Volunteer Opportunities for 18 years and older:

Unit Volunteer: Unit Volunteers are directly supervised by Child Life Specialists on their assigned unit. They support the unit by providing bedside visits with patients of all ages, assisting in playrooms, and completing other tasks as needed.
- Must be age 18+ and commit to a weekly shift of 2 hours
- Must have reliable transportation

Kids in Action Volunteer: Volunteers will help children and young adults participate in athletic, social and creative activities by signing up for events. Events take place at Children's National Bunker Hill Road and within the community. The commitment for this role is 10 events per quarter.
- Must be at least 16 years of age and older
- Must have reliable transportation
- Events will be held on weeknight evenings and weekends

Food Pharmacy Volunteer: Volunteers will help prepare nutrition and food insecurity resources, distribute food to patients, support food deliveries, and other programmatic and administrative tasks. Events take place at Children's National Columbia Heights primary care office. 2-4 hour shifts available between 12pm-4pm on Wednesdays.
- Must be at least 15 years of age and commit to a 2-4 hour weekly shift on Wednesdays
- Must have reliable transportation

Volunteer Opportunities for 15 year olds:

Food Pharmacy Volunteer: Volunteers will help prepare nutrition and food insecurity resources, distribute food to patients, support food deliveries, and other programmatic and administrative tasks. Events take place at Children's National Columbia Heights primary care office. 2-4 hour shifts available between 12pm-4pm on Wednesdays.
- Must be at least 15 years of age and commit to a 2-4 hour weekly shift on Wednesdays
- Must have reliable transportation

Volunteer Opportunities for 16-17 year olds:

Kids in Action Volunteer: Volunteers will help children and young adults participate in athletic, social and creative activities by signing up for events. Events take place at Children's National Bunker Hill Road and within the community. The commitment for this role is 10 events per quarter.
- Must be at least 16 years of age and older
- Must have reliable transportation
- Events will be held on weeknight evenings and weekends

Food Pharmacy Volunteer: Volunteers will help prepare nutrition and food insecurity resources, distribute food to patients, support food deliveries, and other programmatic and administrative tasks. Events take place at Children's National Columbia Heights primary care office. 2-4 hour shifts available between 12pm-4pm on Wednesdays.
- Must be at least 15 years of age and commit to a 2-4 hour weekly shift on Wednesdays
- Must have reliable transportation

From only the available options listed above please choose the program you are interested in applying for within the Children's National Volunteer Program at our Extended Campus locations.

Food Pharmacy Volunteer

Please select your availability:

12:00pm-2:00pm

12:00pm-3:00pm

12:00pm-4:00pm

Kids in Action Volunteer

Please select your availability:

Weekday Evening

Saturday

Sunday

Unit Volunteer

Please select your availability below:

Unit Volunteer - Monday

Morning (8am-12pm)

Afternoon (1pm-4pm)

Evening (5pm-7pm)

Unit Volunteer - Tuesday

Morning (8am-12pm)

Afternoon (1pm-4pm)

Evening (5pm-7pm)

Unit Volunteer - Wednesday

Morning (8am-12pm)

Afternoon (1pm-4pm)

Evening (5pm-7pm)

Unit Volunteer - Thursday

Morning (8am-12pm)

Afternoon (1pm-4pm)

Evening (5pm-7pm)

Unit Volunteer - Friday

Morning (8am-12pm)

Afternoon (1pm-4pm)

Evening (5pm-7pm)

Volunteer Information

* First name

Middle name

* Last name

Nickname/Preferred Name

Chosen Pronouns:

* Street 1

Street 2

Street 3

* City

State

* Zip

Country

Home

Work

* Cell

Do not call

Do not call

* Email address

* Date of Birth

Are you currently enrolled in an educational program?

Highest Level Of Education

* Name Of High School or College

Previous CNH Volunteer/employee?

Name Of Employer

US Citizen

Are You A US permanent resident?

Interest in Program

Languages Skills

* Please tell us why you are interested in becoming a Children's National Volunteer. Please also share why you are interested in the specific assignment(s) to which you are applying

Relevant Experience

* Children's National Volunteers work directly with children of all ages at our main hospital campus. Please share any work, volunteer, or personal experience you have in a hospital/healthcare setting and/or working with children.

Volunteer Skills

* Please share any additional skills or qualities you may have that you would bring to your preferred volunteer assignment.

Core Values

* The core values of Children's National Hospital are compassion, commitment, and connection. Please share how you would model these values as a volunteer.

Will you be absent for 3 months or more in the next year?

Referral/Source

Please share with us how you learned about this volunteer program. Please note that referrals from a Children's National staff member, board member, or volunteer do not guarantee acceptance into the program.

Reference Contact

Please list one professional or personal reference. They must be age 18+ and cannot be a relative/family member.

This individual will automatically receive a required Reference Form via email that they will need to complete within 5 days of your application submission. Please select an individual that will be able to complete the form within the required time frame.

You will receive an email notification once the completed Reference Form has been received. Please note that your application will not be considered complete or eligible for review until this Reference Form is received.

* Full Name of one Personal/Professional Reference

* Reference Email address

Emergency Contact

* Contact name

Phone (Home)

Phone (Business)

* Phone (Mobile)

* Relationship name

Criminal Background

Have you ever been convicted of a crime

Have you ever been discharged or fired

If Yes to either, please explain:

Optional Information: Demographics

The below section is optional. Volunteer Services at times is asked for periodic reports pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and citizenship. Information provided will be used solely for statistical purposes and to track diversity trends. This information will not have any effect on the selection process. Children's National does not discriminate against its employees or volunteers or applicants for employment or service because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status or any other protected group status.

Gender

Race/Ethnicity

Do you have a disability or any other special needs?

Volunteer and Program Commitment Agreement

* I understand Children's National Volunteers must be at least 15 years of age, and some assignments require volunteers to be 18 years of age or older.

* If accepted into the program, I understand that I must first complete a volunteer training prior to beginning my official volunteer assignment.

* I agree to submit medical forms and fulfill other requirements as prescribed before beginning volunteer service. I also authorize for release of general information given on this application.

* I verify that I read the program description, requirements, and physical demands of a volunteer and understand the role of a volunteer at Children's National Hospital

* I agree to the required time commitment for a Children's National Volunteer.

* I understand completing this application is the first step of the comprehensive acceptance process to become a  volunteer. If I am interested in proceeding in the process, I will follow the appropriate steps as outlined by the Volunteers Services Department.

* I understand that I will be asked to present written, valid, official government documentation that I am legally present in the United States for the duration of the time that I will be volunteering at Children's National (i.e. VISA, password, or Social Security Card). I will present my government-issued photo ID at the time of my interview.

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