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
Please make sure you are able to commit to a volunteer role 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 you from fulfilling your volunteer commitment, you may wish to apply later when your schedule is less full.
Volunteer Resources tries to place as many applicants as possible. However, due to high application volume, we regretfully are not able to place all who apply. We consider past volunteer work and experience, skills and availability when selecting applicants to screen.
We thank all applicants who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within six months, you are welcome to reapply.
Current 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
- Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 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 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
- Your availability
We require a commitment of at least one year.
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
- Monday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Wednesday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- 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
We require a commitment of at least one year.
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
We require a commitment of at least one year.
Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
NICU e-rounds volunteer
We are looking for a dedicated volunteer to support families through our e-rounds service in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Mount Sinai Hospital
Available shifts
- Friday: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The volunteer will help caregivers who cannot be on the unit attend medical rounds virtually using videoconferencing technology. The volunteer will set up tablets, connect with participating families and help them join e-rounds so they can stay involved in their baby's care.
Skills and abilities
Ideal candidates can:
- Communicate comfortably with parents and caregivers using phones and tablets
- Use videoconferencing technology and tablets with confidence
How to apply
Please email your interest to [email protected] with the following details:
- A short note about yourself and why you are interested in this position
- An updated résumé
- Your availability
We require a commitment of at least one year.
Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
Obstetrics and Gynaecology clinic support volunteer
We are looking for a dedicated volunteer to support patients and the care team in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology clinic at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Available shifts
- Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The volunteer will help maintain patient flow by assisting with check-in, taking patient weights and preparing charts for new patients.
Skills and abilities
Ideal candidates can:
- Provide excellent customer service and communicate comfortably with a diverse group of patients and caregivers
- Take initiative and work well with minimal supervision in a busy clinic setting
How to apply
Please email your interest to [email protected] with the following details:
- A short note about yourself and why you are interested in this position
- An updated résumé
- Your availability
We require a commitment of at least one year.
Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
Orthopaedics Clinic support volunteer
We are looking for a dedicated volunteer to support patients and the care team in the Orthopaedics clinic at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Available shifts
- Thursday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The volunteer will help maintain patient flow by greeting and escorting patients, providing directions and supporting staff with other non-clinical tasks as needed.
Skills and abilities
Ideal candidates can:
- Provide excellent customer service and communicate comfortably with a diverse group of patients and caregivers
- Take initiative and work well with minimal supervision in a busy clinic setting
How to apply
Please email your interest to [email protected] with the following details:
- A short note about yourself and why you are interested in this position
- An updated résumé
- Your availability
We require a commitment of at least one year.
Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
Prenatal tour guide volunteers
We are looking for dedicated volunteers to guide expectant families on prenatal tours at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Available shifts
- Monday: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Thursday: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Volunteers will escort tour groups of registered expectant families through key hospital areas that may be part of their childbirth experience. Prenatal tour guides help enhance the birth experience by previewing the journey from admission to discharge from the Mother-Baby Unit.
Skills and abilities
Ideal candidates can:
- Lead small tour groups with clear, confident public speaking skills
- Provide excellent customer service and communicate comfortably with a diverse group of expectant families and support people
- Take initiative and work well with minimal supervision
How to apply
Please email your interest to [email protected] with the following details:
- A short note about yourself and why you are interested in this position
- An updated résumé
- Your availability
We require a commitment of at least one year.
Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
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
- Your Aavailability
We require a commitment of at least one year.
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 one year.
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
- 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 one year.
Please note that due to the high volume of interest, only selected applicants will be contacted.
Frequently asked questions
Transportation to and from volunteering is the responsibility of the volunteer. We do not provide funding for transportation.
Yes, volunteers are given free parking.
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.
Volunteer shifts are Monday to Friday (morning, afternoon, and evening) and limited shifts on Saturday and Sunday (morning and afternoon).
We do not provide volunteer or community service hours. All volunteers must commit to a volunteer shift for a minimum of 12 months.
No, we do not offer research or shadowing opportunities.
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.
Volunteering at Sinai Health does not lead to a paid position. For all career opportunities, please visit our Careers section.
