Pediatrics Volunteer

Job details

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Role Overview:

The Pediatric Volunteer provides support to our child life and recreation program by providing direct patient interactions and engagement, caregiver respite, facilitation of activities and events, and facility maintenance.  Applicants must be over 17 years old and have experience working/volunteering with children. This opportunity is only offered in Manhattan from Monday- Friday with occasional weekend opportunities.

Key Qualifications:

Due to an increased volume of applications, we are now accepting candidates for our waitlist. You will be notified of your application status once it has been reviewed by our team. Thank you for your patience during this process.

Before submitting an application to volunteer at MSK, we encourage you to watch our Pre-Orientation video here for essential program information. Be sure to review the assignment description and hours carefully.

The Pediatric Volunteer provides support to our child life and recreation program by providing direct patient interactions and engagement, caregiver respite, facilitation of activities and events, and facility maintenance.  Applicants must be over 17 years old and have experience working/volunteering with children. This opportunity is only offered in Manhattan from Monday- Friday.

Qualifications to Volunteer at MSK Kids

• Must be at least 17 years old.   
• Commit to a weekly shift for a minimum of 12 consecutive months (your shift will remain the same each week).
• Have experience working/volunteering with children.
• Prompt, reliable, friendly, compassionate, and proactive.

Onboarding Requirements    

• Applicants will only receive an interview request if availability and skills align with program needs.
• If selected, complete a virtual interview. The selection process is based on scheduling needs and applicant qualifications. 
• Reference check.  
• Background check & drug screen (*18 years and older).  
• Medical clearance. COVID-19, flu and other immunizations are mandatory for volunteers, no exceptions.  
• If a candidate fails to follow up or complete the above requirements after 4-6 weeks, the application may be withdrawn. 

Hours and Location

• Main Hospital - 1275 York Ave, New York, NY10065.
• This opportunity is only offered in Manhattan from Monday- Friday with occasional weekend opportunities.

Core Skills:

• Experience working or volunteering with children

• Strong communication skills with compassionate, patient-centered interaction

• Ability to engage and interact positively with pediatric patients

• Comfortable facilitating activities and events for children

• Willingness to assist with facility maintenance tasks

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professionalism

• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Reliable, responsible, and flexible to changing needs

Pay Range: $0.00 - $10,000,000.00

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.  

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