Volunteer opportunities - Langley Memorial Hospital and Long Term Care

Volunteers are important members of the health care team. They offer service and support to our patients, families and visitors, while enhancing patient care and the overall experience at Langley Memorial Hospital and long term care.

• B.C. Pets and Friends / St. John Ambulance Pet Therapy: Visit with patients, families, visitors and staff who need a little pet connection in long-term care and acute care. We are looking for volunteers who are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. 
• Auxiliary Gift Shop: Support the Auxiliary to Langley Regional Hospital with customer service, cashier duties and organization of stock items. We are specifically looking for casual float positions. 
• Musical volunteers: Entertain residents in Long-term care and in the hospital. Must audition and play one of the following instruments; violin, piano, guitar, harp.
• ER host: Work in the Emergency Room supporting staff and patients. Must be unflappable in a crisis. Ideal for those interested in going into the medical field. Available shifts are from 10:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. only. 

• Welcome desk volunteers: Volunteers assist patients and site guest to navigate their way throughout the Langley Memorial Hospital campus. Volunteers in this role must be very comfortable with approaching people to ask if they need assistance. Exceptional customer service and communication skills are required for this role. 

• Long-term care social visits: Visit with residents in long-term care and Patient Assessment and Transition Home (PATH). Visits are to be conducted between the hours of 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Volunteers must meet the following requirements to be a successful candidate:

• A current criminal record check and references
• Minimum age: 19 years (excludes VolunTEEN Program)
• Minimum commitment of six months
• Proficient in English (verbal and written)
• COVID-19 vaccine (minimum 2 shots)
• An email account

We will be reaching out to applicants for interviews monthly.

• Step 1 Application: Complete the application form
• Step 2 Interview: Only candidates who qualify for available position will be contacted for an initial interview.
• Step 3 Screening: Criminal record check and references will be required
• Step 4 Orientation: Complete an online orientation 
• Step 5 Placement: Training and placement following orientation

Are you ready to volunteer?

Please take the time to consider if volunteering with us is the right decision for you. A minimum of six months commitments and 75 hours are required prior to qualifying for a reference. The onboarding process takes between two to six weeks depending on when you apply. Please note there is a mandatory in person weekday orientation scheduled monthly that you must attend before starting your volunteer role.

Applications must be received online and online learning modules are required. If you are not computer proficient please ask a friend or family to help you navigate the online learning system. These requirements support excellent care and provide you with a good foundation for volunteering in health care. We appreciate you taking the time to consider if this is the right choice for you.

Summer Youth Program: 

This highly competitive eight-week program is for youth to work with recreation staff in long-term care and assigned duties in acute care. Each summer youth volunteer will complete one mandatory shift at Penny Pinchers thrift store in Downtown Langley. Interviews will take place on June 17, 18 and 19, 2024.

Applications must be submitted under the youth application. The Summer Youth portal will open June 1 - June 14.

Requirements

Volunteers must meet the following requirements to be a successful candidate:

• Mandatory compliance with Fraser Health Influenza Policy.
• COVID-19 vaccine (minimum two shots).
• Age: 16 - 18 years. Parent/Legal guardian consent is required under the age of 18.
• Minimum commitment: July 2 - August 30, 2024. Weekly attendance for two-hour shifts: 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Mandatory orientation for successful candidates: June 27 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Mandatory four-hour summer coverage shift at the Penny Pinchers Thrift store.

What will you receive at the end of the Summer Youth Program:

• After completing a minimum of 22 hours you will qualify for a standard reference letter from the program.
• Direct admission (if desired) into the VolunTEEN program if you live in Langley or attend a Langley Secondary school without having to interview.
• Hospital experience can help you decide if a medical career is right for you.
• A sense of pride in helping your community.

Requirements

Volunteers must meet the following requirements to be a successful candidate:

• All VolunTEENS must reside or attend school in Langley
• Mandatory compliance to Fraser Health Influenza Policy
• COVID-19 vaccine (minimum 2 shots)
• Age: 16 - 18 years. Parent/Legal guardian consent required under age 18
• Minimum commitment: October 4, 2024 - June 30, 2025, weekly two hour shifts, Monday to Friday (4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) or Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
• Mandatory Fraser Health orientation – October 4, 2024
• Mandatory shifts at Penny Pinchers – Summer of 2025
• Must have completed a minimum of 70 VolunTEEN hours and the required program prior to a reference letter being issued

VolunTEEN Team Lead:

• Returning VolunTEEN student
• Must have completed a minimum of 70 hours in the 2024 program
• Must demonstrate leadership, maturity and commitment to their role
• Must commit to 80 Hours for 2024 - 2025 program
• Mandatory shifts at Penny Pinchers – Summer of 2025
• Mandatory compliance to Fraser Health Influenza Policy
• COVID-19 vaccine (minimum 2 shots)
• Age: 16 - 18 years. Parent/Legal guardian consent required under age 18
• Mandatory Team Lead Orientation: October 3, 2024, 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Team lead interviews dates: September 19 and 20. You will receive a selection email by September 23.

Application process

Online applications are open September 3 , 2024, 9:00 a.m. - September 12, 2024, 12:00 p.m. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Only candidates who qualify for available positions will be contacted for an interview.

• Step 1 Application: If selected for an interview you will be contacted by September 16.
• Step 2 Interview (September 23 - 27, 2024): you will be contacted by Oct 1, 2024 regarding the status of your application in the VolunTEEN program. 
• Step 3 Screening: Criminal record check and two references will be required.
• Step 4 Orientation (October 4, 2023 - 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.): Mandatory completion of new volunteer orientation curriculum and group orientation session.
• Step 5 Placement: Training and placement following orientation.

Before you start your application please note the following:

The application will require detailed information on your past work and volunteer experience, personal and business references and emergency contact information. It will take approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Contact us

If you have questions, contact the Volunteer Resources department at Langley Memorial Hospital.

Email us

Volunteer Resources
Langley Memorial Hospital
22051 Fraser Hwy
Langley, BC V3A 4H4

Main Line
604 534-4121 ext. 746412

• Langley Hospice Society. Provides emotional, practical and spiritual support for people who are living with a terminal illness, their family and friends, throughout the last stages of illness, at the time of death and bereavement.
• Penny Pincher Thrift Shop. Raises funds in support of Langley Memorial Hospital.