Getting Started: Adult Volunteer Program

Time commitment

New volunteers are asked to make a commitment to serve one hundred hours. Most volunteers work one four-hour shift each week. Some give more. Schedules are arranged to suit your availability.

Vacations and absences

We understand as a volunteer you have many other commitments. We are able to accommodate shift changes and absences due to illness or travel plans.

Cost

Uniform shirts are $19.99

Getting started

Prior to starting as a UF Health Jacksonville Adult Volunteer, the following process must be completed:

1. Complete Forms
   Complete the online application form. Once completed, you will be contacted by a Volunteer Services representative. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact us.
   
   Phone: (904) 244-4232
   Fax: (904) 244-6662
   E-mail: tina.wrye@jax.ufl.edu

2. Personal Interview
   After we receive your application, you will be contacted for an interview or you may call us to schedule an appointment.

3. General Health Screening
   Our Employee Health Department screens volunteers for placement by the following:

   1. Health questionnaire
   2. Tuberculosis screening
   3. Proof of immunity for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella and hepatitis B, are required to volunteer. Volunteers must provide this proof of immunity from either shot records and/or positive titers.

4. General Orientation
   The volunteer orientation is offered online.

5. Volunteering Begins
   Start date and time confirmed