Boston Healthcare for the Homeless Program

Volunteer

Volunteers play a critical role at BHCHP. They help out in countless ways, including:

• Offering recreational activities at our in-patient respite care facility
• Working behind the scenes in our administrative departments
• Engaging patients in caring conversations
• Organizing fundraising events
• Helping out in our clinics

Who Can Volunteer?

BHCHP volunteers come from all walks of life. Whether you are a college student, a retiree, or someone who works full-time, we welcome you as a volunteer. We have weekly (and occasionally monthly) opportunities for individuals who are able to commit to at least six months of service and one-time service projects for groups of up to 12 people. Click here to learn more about specific volunteer opportunities.  

 

We are seeking long-term volunteers for the following positions:

• Patient Activities Leaders for our Tuesday night knitting group
• Experienced Web Designer to update homeless medicine curriculum website
• Medical Records Assistants for filing, storing, and scanning patient records
• Patient Activities Leaders to train & guide patients in using our new Wii video game system

 

Please complete the online form and click submit. We will contact you if your skills and interests are a good match for any of our positions.

Internships

We offer a limited number of unpaid internships throughout the year.  These can be terrific opportunities to learn more about health care and homelessness, while contributing your skills and time. 

We are no longer accepting applications for Fall 2010 internships. 

To apply for a Spring 2011 internship, please submit your application by December 1, 2010.

 

AmeriCorps/Community HealthCorps

Individuals interested in committing to a year of national service in a health care setting should consider an AmeriCorps position with the Community HealthCorps.  Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program is host to a small program in which members fill roles that focus on increasing access to & utilization of health care for our patients.

This program is ideal for individuals planning to pursue further education and/or a career in medicine, health care, public health, or policy.  Each year applications are reviewed in April & May for the program year beginning in September.  For more information about AmeriCorps and our positions OR to apply, please visit www.americorps.org. Please note: We are no longer accepting applications for the 2010-2011 program year. For general information about the Community HealthCorps, please visit www.communityhealthcorps.org.

                      

Before You Start Volunteering or Interning...

Volunteers and interns must be 18 years or older and are required to complete the following before beginning service with BHCHP:    

• Application    
• 2 Letters/emails of recommendation    
• Interview    
• CORI check (must be completed in person with a driver's license, state ID, or passport)    
• Orientation    
• Immunization records must be submitted