Information for Volunteers

Time Commitment

• With 250+ active Volunteers, we support the Palm Bay Hospital operations year-round.
• We have Volunteers who are both year-round and seasonal residents.
• We ask for an annual commitment of at least 100 hours, usually fulfilled by weekly shifts of 3-4 hours duration.

Orientation / Training

• All Volunteers attend an approximately two hour orientation session to familiarize them with our Health First Core Values
• Exceptional Service standards are a part of these core values and HF connections details behavioral expectations
• Additional training is dependent upon the assigned area and complexity of the job.
• Annual training updates are mandatory

Service Recognition

• In addition to our annual Volunteer appreciation luncheon, individuals are recognized for both hours-of-service and years-of-service.
• The Auxiliary /Volunteer Department provides leadership opportunities through participation on the Board as chair people and officers

Teen Volunteer Program

• Program designed for teens 15-18 years old
• Teens interested in making a difference
• Interested in being exposed to different medical careers
• Seeking to obtain community service hours ( please note that we do not provide court ordered service placements)

Contact Information

Should you have a need to contact us here at Palm Bay Hospital to discuss any portion of this information or to ask more specific questions regarding your program please call:

Palm Bay Hospital Auxiliary
Phone: 321.434.8076