Volunteer

Have an Impact…Volunteer at St. Barnabas!

Volunteers have an enduring positive impact on the
lives of our residents and patients. As a volunteer, you
also enjoy the rewards that come to those who give of themselves.

St. Barnabas offers a variety of volunteer opportunities. Our staff is happy to  work with you or your group to develop a program around a specific interest or talent
you may have.

One-Time Volunteer Opportunities

Provide day-of event support for a variety of St. Barnabas Charities events:

• Founder’s Day Celebration – Thursday, April 26, 2018 – Pittsburgh Marriott North, Cranberry Twp.
  Assistance is needed for event set-up, selling raffle tickets and overall event support. (FULL, no volunteers needed at this time.)
• Charitable Golf Open – Monday, June 4, 2018 – Conley Resort & Golf Club
  Assistance is needed for the monitoring of holes, selling birdies and recording challenges met by golfers. (FULL, no volunteers needed at this time.)
• Free Care 5K Run/Walk – Saturday, August 4, 2018 – St. Barnabas Gibsonia Campus
  Assistance is needed for stuffing swag bags prior to the event, day-of registration other types of post-race party event support.
• Charitable Golf Open – Friday, September 14, 2018 – Conley Resort & Golf Club
  Assistance is needed for the monitoring of holes, selling birdies and recording challenges met by golfers.
• Ladies’ Day Out – fashion, food, shopping & fun – October 2018 – St. Barnabas Gibsonia Campus
  Assistance is needed for event set-up, selling raffle tickets and overall event support.

These events are a great way for individuals, families, student groups or community organizations to become involved. We welcome your participation as we plan events, have fun, and raise money for the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund.

Year-Round Volunteer Opportunities

Resident Activity Support
Volunteers are welcomed at all of our community and long-term care facilities in Gibsonia, Valencia and Beaver Meadows to help engage and enrich the lives of residents in a variety of ways. Families are encouraged to get involved!

• Be a companion for residents and assist with social activities such as birthday parties, bingo, game nights or craft classes.
• Visit residents who are bedridden and unable to attend activities.
• Musicians and musical groups are always welcome to perform and engage our residents.
• Pet therapy visits.
• Assist with transporting residents to religious services or social functions (must be able to push a wheelchair, while maintaining a friendly, compassionate tone with residents).
• New talents and ideas for new programs are always welcome!

Weekday & weekend, times vary. No experience necessary.

PRESENTS FOR PATIENTS® – Now a year-round program!
Remember those living in skilled nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout the year. PRESENTS FOR PATIENTS makes it easy to celebrate holidays, birthdays or…just to show you care! Adopt a patient, visit and deliver a gift. Learn more here.

PRESENTS FOR PATIENTS also offers a Scout Patch Program. Your group can earn a special patch while learning the value of community service. Enrich the life of a nursing home resident with the gift of your time and hospitality. Opportunities for visits are available throughout Allegheny and adjoining counties.

Hospice Volunteers
Make a difference in the lives of terminally ill patients and their families. Volunteers are needed for services such as friendly visits, light housekeeping, running errands or providing clerical office support. Learn more here.

Furniture at the Firehouse, Furniture at the Farmhouse & General Store Volunteers
Ongoing volunteer support is needed at our three retail locations in Valencia. Proceeds from sales benefit the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund. Volunteers assist with retail displays, stocking shelves and various customer service tasks. Weekdays & Saturdays, times vary. No experience necessary.

Interested and want to learn more?
Please contact:
Michele Spencer, Marketing & Communications Specialist – St. Barnabas Health System
mspencer@stbarnabashealthsystem.com | office: 724-444-5589