Frequently Asked Questions - Volunteers
- How do I become a volunteer?
- Can I undertake my high school community service or Duke of Edinburgh Award volunteer requirements at The Royal Children's Hospital?
- If I don't meet the criteria and still want to volunteer somewhere, what can I do?
How do I become a volunteer?
First of all, decide whether you are available to join the Day Program or the After Hours Program , and whether you can commit to our mimimum requirements for Day, After Hours and Emergency Volunteers:
- Volunteers must be 18 years of age or over
- Able to make a weekly commitment of 3 hours
- Able to volunteer for minimum period of 12 months
- Have no criminal history of violence, drug offences, sex offences or crimes against children
You will then need to attend an information session at the hospital before applying to become a volunteer. We currently don't have Information Session dates scheduled for After Hours and Emergency Volunteers.
Can I undertake my high school community service or Duke of Edinburgh Award volunteer requirements at The Royal Children's Hospital?
No. Due to the minimum age and time commitment required of volunteers our volunteer program is not suitable for school community service or Duke of Edinburgh requirements.
If I don't meet the criteria and still want to volunteer somewhere, what can I do?
Contact Volunteering Victoria on (03) 9642 5266 or search Go Volunteer or Seek Volunteer for more volunteering opportunities.
Most public hospitals within Victoria also have volunteer programs. Contact the hospitals in your area to find out about their volunteering opportunities.
Your local council can also advise you of volunteering opportunities in your area.
