Our Mission:

As expressions of God’s healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.

Our Values:

Compassion:

Through our healing presence, we accompany those who suffer.

Dignity:

We value, encourage and celebrate the gifts in one another. We respect the inherent dignity and worth of every individual. We recognize each interaction as a sacred encounter.

Justice:

We foster a culture that promotes unity and reconciliation. We strive to care wisely for our people, our resources and our earth. We stand in solidarity with the most vulnerable, working to remove the causes of oppression and promoting justice for all.

Excellence:

We set the highest standards for ourselves and our ministries. Through transformation and innovation, we strive to improve the health and quality of life in our communities. We commit to compassionate, safe and reliable practices for the care of all.

Integrity:

We hold ourselves accountable to do the right things for the right reasons. We speak the truth with courage and respect. We pursue authenticity with humility and simplicity.

Our Vision:

Health for a Better World.

Our Promise:

“Know me, care for me, ease my way.”

Volunteering at Sacred Heart Medical Center:

For a few hours a week, you can be part of a world-class team at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center through its volunteer program. Providence is a place where healing occurs, not only by medical and surgical intervention, but by the touch of a hand, a shared smile, a listening ear, a prayer or a knowing wink. It’s a place where you can make a difference through your acts of kindness, making life better for you and for those you help! We have a number of volunteer positions available. Once you complete an application and onboarding process, we can place you in a position suited to your strengths. All volunteers must complete an application, background check and health screening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who do I notify if I will be absent?

A: For vacations or long-term absences, inform the volunteer manager. For one-time absences, call your department using the number on your badge sticker. If there's no number on your badge, no notification is needed.

Q: How many hours do I need to commit as a volunteer? How often?

A: Volunteers are required to commit to at least 75 hours of service. Typically, volunteers commit to at least one 3-hour shift a week, for 6 months.

Q: Can I volunteer just over the summer?

A: Regrettably, we cannot accommodate volunteers only for the summer at this time.

Q: My friend also volunteers here - can we volunteer at the same time?

A: Unfortunately, this is likely not feasible, as most of our programs have only one volunteer on shift at a time.

Q: Can students volunteer to earn class or program credits?

A: Yes, students in need of volunteer hours for school are welcome so long as they can commit to the 75-hour requirement. Applications should be submitted no later than 7 months prior to the intended class or program deadline.

Q: I am part of a club that would like to volunteer as a group. Is this possible?

A: While we do not offer in-hospital group volunteering or one-time volunteer events, there are numerous other ways your club or group can contribute to our hospital's mission and support our patients from outside our facilities. We value every form of support and are eager to share a variety of alternative options that align with your group's interests and availability. Please contact us, and we will provide you with a list of impactful opportunities to make a difference.

Q: Once I have started volunteering in a role, how can I switch to a new role?

A: To ensure a meaningful experience, we ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of 75 hours in their initial role. This commitment reflects the training and resources provided by the department volunteers are placed in. After fulfilling this commitment, volunteers are welcome to explore other opportunities within our organization.