Volunteer at Sinai Health

Volunteers are valued members of the Sinai Health team. They play a very important role in creating a welcoming environment for patients and caregivers while they are in the hospital.

Our volunteers come from many different backgrounds. They are committed to providing compassionate and inclusive support to patients and their families. They enjoy working with others and always strive to learn and improve.

Volunteer requirements

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Sinai Health. Before you apply, please make sure you meet these requirements:

Are at least 16 years old
Are a resident of Canada for at least one year
Are fluent in English with excellent written and spoken communication skills
Have completed a health screening:
- This includes tests for tuberculosis and immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, varicella and hepatitis B
- You are responsible for any associated costs
Agree to purchase a volunteer uniform and badge
Can commit to a three- to four-hour volunteer shift once a week for at least 12 months

Make sure you can commit to a volunteer placement before you apply. It is important that you are able to commit to and regularly attend your volunteer shifts. If studies or other duties may prevent this, please wait until your schedule allows.

Volunteer Resources tries to place as many applicants as possible. High application volume means we cannot place everyone. We review past volunteer experience, skills and availability when selecting applicants to screen.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within six months, please reapply.

Patients have life experiences — jobs, family histories, and accomplishments — and it’s an honour to get to know and support them. I think of the caregivers who cannot be there, and what I do is on their behalf.

Fran Turner, Mealtime Assistance Program (MAP) volunteer, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital

Current volunteer opportunities

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Mount Sinai Hospital volunteer opportunities

MAUVE (Maximizing Aging Using Volunteer Engagement) on the Units volunteers

We are looking for dedicated volunteers interested in working with older adults.

Available shifts

Monday: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Volunteers will have the chance to interact with patients in the units. They will support care teams with non-clinical duties, including one-to-one bedside activities, friendly visits, mealtime support and more.

Skills and abilities

Ideal candidates can:

Interact with older adults who have cognitive impairments
Draw on personal or professional life skills when interacting with the older adult population
Communicate comfortably with the care team

How to apply

Please email your interest to [email protected] with the following details:

A small note about yourself
An updated résumé
Availability

Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.

MAUVE (Maximizing Aging Using Volunteer Engagement) Emergency Department volunteers

We are looking for dedicated volunteers interested in working with older adults.

Ideal candidates will be mature students or persons with life skills. They will have experience interacting with older adult patients either at a personal or professional level.

Available shifts

Thursday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thursday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Skills and abilities

Ideal candidates can:

Interact with older adults with cognitive impairments
Communicate comfortably with the care team
Work comfortably in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
Solve problems well while working in ambiguous situations

How to apply

Please email your interest to [email protected] with the following details:

A small note about yourself
An updated résumé
Your availability

Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.

Music volunteers

We are currently recruiting skilled piano, guitar and ukulele volunteers to play on the inpatient units. Shifts are once a week for two hours, during weekdays only.

Skills and abilities

Ideal candidates can:

Maintain professional boundaries and follow safety protocols
Show exemplary attendance, even during times of heavy work or school commitments

How to apply

Please email [email protected] with the following details:

An updated résumé
Your availability

Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.

Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital volunteer opportunities

MAUVE (Maximizing Aging Using Volunteer Engagement) on the Units volunteers

We are looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in working with older adults.

Available shifts:

Monday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Volunteers will have the chance to interact with patients in the units. They will support care teams with non-clinical duties, including one-to-one bedside activities, friendly visits, mealtime support and more.

Skills and abilities

Ideal candidates:

Ability to interact with older adults with cognitive impairments
Have personal or professional life skills interacting with the older adult population
Comfortable communicating with the care team

How to apply

Please email your interest to [email protected] with the following details:

A small note about yourself
An updated résumé
Availability

We require a commitment of at least six months.

Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.

Mealtime Assistance Program (M.A.P.) volunteers

M.A.P. on the units

The Mealtime Assistance Program is looking for dedicated volunteers at Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital for the following shifts:

Available shifts

Any weekday, Monday to Friday

Breakfast: 7:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
Lunch: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Dinner: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Volunteers have an opportunity to acquire direct patient support skills while interacting on the units. Volunteers support the care team with non-clinical duties by assisting one-to-one with bedside feedings, helping the patient with meal tray set-up and or verbal encouragement.

Skills and abilities

Ideal candidates:

Are comfortable interacting with patients with varying cognitive impairments
Have personal or professional life skills in a caregiver role
Are patient and has strong inter-personal skills
Are comfortable interacting with the staff team

How to apply

Please email [email protected] with the following details:

Your résumé
Your availability
A small note about who you are

We require a commitment of at least six months.

Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.

Therapeutic Recreation Program volunteers

Therapeutic Recreation Support volunteers — Bingo

The Therapeutic Recreational Program is looking for dedicated volunteers at Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital for the following shifts:

Available shifts

Wednesday from 1:45 p.m. to 4 p.m. or
Friday from 10:40 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Volunteers have an opportunity to learn about both the theoretical and practical aspects of Therapeutic Recreation. Gain direct patient engagement skills while supporting the Therapeutic Recreation team to help patients participate in a social activity — Bingo.

Skills and abilities

Ideal candidates:

Are fluent in English
Have knowledge of the game
Are comfortable interacting with patients with disabilities or impairments
Are energetic and reliable
Are able to push a wheelchair
Are patient and have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Are comfortable interacting with the staff team

How to apply

Please email [email protected] with the following details:

Your availability
A small note about yourself

We require a commitment of at least six months.

Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.

Frequently asked questions

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Does Sinai Health provide TTC fare?

Transportation to and from volunteering is the responsibility of the volunteer. We do not provide funding for transportation.

Do volunteers get free parking?

Yes, volunteers are given free parking.

Do volunteers need to wear a uniform?

All volunteers are required to wear a uniform and photo ID badge while on duty. You are responsible for the costs associated with the uniform.

What shifts are available for volunteering?

Volunteer shifts are Monday to Friday (morning, afternoon, and evening) and limited shifts on Saturday and Sunday (morning and afternoon).

Can high school students complete their 40 hours of volunteer service with Sinai Health?

All volunteers commit to a minimum of 70 hours of service. Any hours accumulated by volunteering at Sinai Health may be used towards your secondary school volunteer requirement, but you will need to complete the full 70 hours of service to have your hours verified.

Are there research or shadowing opportunities available?

No, we do not offer research or shadowing opportunities.

What if I am an internationally educated professional or trained in other health-care fields?

Please be aware that we do not offer specific volunteer roles that provide the opportunity to practice or gain experience within your specific profession. Volunteers do not perform tasks that are performed by a licensed or regulated profession such as physicians, physiotherapists, nurses and lab technicians.

Does volunteering secure me an employment position?

Volunteering at Sinai Health does not lead to a paid position. For all career opportunities, please visit our Careers section.