Are you thinking of volunteering?
- Not sure of the opportunities?
- Is medical liability protection a deterrent?
Join thousands of healthcare providers across Florida working to provide health and dental care to the underserved and uninsured. Opportunities are available in Department of Health facilities, non-profit organizations throughout the state, and in your office. Donated services under the Department of Health's volunteer programs are covered by state sponsored sovereign immunity protection.
Locate a DOH Regional Volunteer Coordinator for more information
Why become a volunteer?
- Volunteering offers you an opportunity to carry out tasks that benefit the community.
- You can build networks throughout the community.
- Volunteering can teach you about many important issues that are going on in the community, as well as what is being done about it. By volunteering in the health department, you can learn about the services offered to the community.
- You can acquire new skills through a variety of our programs. These skills may be beneficial to you for employment.
- You can meet a diverse group of people.
How you can become a Volunteer?
- All prospective volunteers are asked to fill out a Volunteer Services Application (PDF 28kb) . Once the application is received you will be called for an interview to ensure proper placement.
- Background screening will be required for volunteers who are placed in areas which have access to confidential information, and/or who have direct contact with clients.
- All volunteers are required to attend a volunteer orientation, and training if needed.
- We value all our volunteers and believe that they provide a valuable resource to the community and demonstrate commitment to the citizens of Orange County.
