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St. Joseph's Medical Center
523 3rd Street N
Brainerd, MN 56401

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Visitation Hours:

8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Contact:

218-828-7610
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Volunteer

Volunteering - Making a Difference

Each year, volunteers donate many hours of service to St. Joseph's Medical Center. Their individual reasons for volunteering are as varied as the people themselves. Some volunteer to stay active or make a contribution to the community; others are interested in exploring career options; and many enjoy the opportunity to socialize and meet new people while helping others. The ages and experience levels range from high school or college age students considering a career in healthcare to retirees interested in putting their time and skills to good use. St. Joseph's Medical Center volunteers are people who make a difference in the lives of others by providing essential services and lending support to our hospital and community. Volunteers set an example for all of us—they work for the satisfaction of helping others.

Listed below are some common questions about our volunteer program:

What services do volunteers perform at St. Joseph's Medical Center?

Volunteer positions at St. Joseph's Medical Center vary. Volunteers help by greeting patients, helping with clerical work, serving as receptionists, assisting on the patient floors, etc.

A sampling of services that volunteers perform at St. Joseph's Medical Center include:

  • Patient/Visitor Escort
  • Breast Imaging Center Receptionist
  • Floral/Other Delivery
  • Stocking Supplies
  • Host/Hostess in Surgery Waiting Rooms
  • Visiting Patients
  • Office Tasks
  • Endo Department Receptionist
  • Gift Shop
  • Radiation Therapy Greeter
  • Student Volunteers

How much time is required?

Some volunteers help out on a casual basis, while others volunteer once a week. Most volunteer positions are 4 hours shifts.

How does a person become a volunteer?

For more information about becoming a volunteer at St. Joseph's Medical Center, please call the Volunteer Office at 218-828-7610. The volunteer coordinator will contact you to discuss your interests and skills. An informational interview will give the volunteer coordinator an idea of placement possibilities.

What are the benefits of volunteering?

All volunteers receive a complimentary meal in the cafeteria before or after their work shift. Volunteers are recognized annually at an appreciation brunch. They are also included in several social functions with staff.

What is the Auxiliary?

The Auxiliary is made up of people who are committed to raising funds to purchase special equipment for the care and comfort of patients. Not only do they raise thousands of dollars for the hospital each year, more importantly, they willingly share their time and talents in countless ways. All volunteers are members of St. Joseph's Medical Center Auxiliary. Auxilians have the opportunity for involvement in many fundraising events and projects.

Fundraisers include:

  • Food booth at Brainerd High School Craft Shows
  • Art/Picture Sales
  • Jewelry/Leather Sales
  • Gift Shop

How are Auxiliary profits used?

Auxilians derive satisfaction from knowing that their contribution of time and talent helps to provide needed equipment to many hospital departments, scholarships to deserving nursing students and needed services to patients, staff and the community.