Step Up Youth is now accepting applications for next year

Are you interested in applying to volunteer at the hospital?  Good news!  The popular Step Up Youth Program for the 2022-23 school year is slated to begin again this coming fall.  Applications are now open! The Step Up Youth volunteer program is designed to support youth who are interested in learning about a career in healthcare.
Priority will be given to youth who participated in our virtual program, and we are recruiting for a limited number of volunteer positions for the following Island Health Facilities:

• Saanich Peninsula Hospital, Saanichton
• Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria
• The Summit (Long-Term Care), Victoria

Applicant Info:

• The program is for youth 15-18 years of age (no exceptions currently for those younger than 15. Applicants must turn 15 prior to the start of the program);
• Commitment is generally one (2hour shift) once a week after school for the duration of the school year (September to April);
• Volunteer duties vary based on location and each facility’s needs.

 
How to Apply:
Please check the Island Health website for updates and the link to the application.
Step Up Youth Program
Email: StepUpYouth@islandhealth.ca
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