Volunteer at IU Health Ball Memorial

Volunteer Resources Application

For more information about volunteering at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, contact Volunteer Resources at 765.747.3274.

Next Volunteer Orientations

  • Wednesday, June 29 starting at 1 pm
  • Tuesday, July 26 starting at 3 pm
  • Thursday, August 25 starting at 4 pm

Location: IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Auditorium

If you do not have a computer or access to one, please contact the Volunteer Resources Department to request a copy be mailed to you.

Volunteer Resources

For more information about volunteering at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, contact Volunteer Resources at 765.747.3274.

Next Volunteer Orientations

  • Wednesday, June 29 starting at 1 pm
  • Tuesday, July 26 starting at 3 pm
  • Thursday, August 25 starting at 4 pm

Location: IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Auditorium

If you do not have a computer or access to one, please contact the Volunteer Resources Department to request a copy be mailed to you.

Volunteers are men, women and teenagers from all walks of life. They are retirees, former patients, homemakers, husband-and-wife teams, professionals and students. Each one helps to enhance the services offered to patients and augment our professional staff.

Opportunities to volunteer at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital are available in many areas:

  • Guest Relations Transport
  • Patient Transport
  • Cuddler program - Must complete 6-month volunteer service in another area prior to becoming a cuddler
  • Hospice
  • Retail Opportunities - Gift Shop, Cancer Center Boutique
  • Clerical support
  • Special Services - Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy Services
  • Community Ambassadors engage in at-home projects like sewing, knitting, crocheting, making donations of toys, gifts, cards, books and magazine subscriptions, as well as represent the Volunteer Program at health fairs and other community outreach engagements.

Volunteers work in patient and non-patient areas, with placement made according to the volunteers' interests and the hospital's needs.

Would your community service group, church, or social club like to hear more about IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital volunteer opportunities? Please call us to schedule a volunteer services speaker for your next meeting at 765.747.3274.

Volunteering at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital

Volunteers are men, women and teenagers from all walks of life. They are retirees, former patients, homemakers, husband-and-wife teams, professionals and students. Each one helps to enhance the services offered to patients and augment our professional staff.

Opportunities to volunteer at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital are available in many areas:

  • Guest Relations Transport
  • Patient Transport
  • Cuddler program - Must complete 6-month volunteer service in another area prior to becoming a cuddler
  • Hospice
  • Retail Opportunities - Gift Shop, Cancer Center Boutique
  • Clerical support
  • Special Services - Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy Services
  • Community Ambassadors engage in at-home projects like sewing, knitting, crocheting, making donations of toys, gifts, cards, books and magazine subscriptions, as well as represent the Volunteer Program at health fairs and other community outreach engagements.

Volunteers work in patient and non-patient areas, with placement made according to the volunteers' interests and the hospital's needs.

Would your community service group, church, or social club like to hear more about IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital volunteer opportunities? Please call us to schedule a volunteer services speaker for your next meeting at 765.747.3274.

In order to be part of the volunteer program at IU Health Ball, college and teen applicants should be willing to make a 6-month commitment to the program - meeting a minimum of 96 hours of service. Teen volunteers must be 16 years or older and currently enrolled in high school or show proof of homeschooling. College and teen volunteers will be placed as is appropriate for their skill set and major.

Students applying to become teen volunteers must:

  • Be in good standing with his or her school. (Home-schooled teens may obtain alternate letters of reference from individuals who are able to speak to the student’s leadership, character and abilities.)
  • Have or maintain B or higher grade point average.
  • Attend orientation and participate in two full days of on-the-job training as required. Training is required to be done two consecutive days from 8 am to 4:30 pm Monday-Friday once the teen volunteer has attended orientation and met all health requirements.
  • Complete a volunteer application (link above) or obtain one from your guidance counselor's office.
  • Obtain a letter of reference from a guidance counselor, coach or employer.
  • Submit Application & Letter of Reference.
  • Make a reservation to attend the Volunteer Orientation. Schedule two consecutive eight-hour days of on-the-job training.
  • Provide a copy of all immunizations to IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital’s Employee Health Services Department and make arrangements with Employee Health Services to obtain your two TB skin tests. (Parent(s) or guardian must be present if IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is administering your child’s TB skin test. The phone number to schedule your appointment is 765.747.3458)
  • Teen volunteers must make a 12-month commitment to the volunteer program, by scheduling to work a minimum of four to eight hours each month.
  • Teen volunteers under the age of 18 will not be permitted to volunteer in patient contact areas.

Due to the extension in days of numerous schools' academic calendars and the early start period for the same schools, we will be limiting our program to only students who can make a 12-month commitment to the program.

College & Teen Volunteer Program Requirements

In order to be part of the volunteer program at IU Health Ball, college and teen applicants should be willing to make a 6-month commitment to the program - meeting a minimum of 96 hours of service. Teen volunteers must be 16 years or older and currently enrolled in high school or show proof of homeschooling. College and teen volunteers will be placed as is appropriate for their skill set and major.

Students applying to become teen volunteers must:

  • Be in good standing with his or her school. (Home-schooled teens may obtain alternate letters of reference from individuals who are able to speak to the student’s leadership, character and abilities.)
  • Have or maintain B or higher grade point average.
  • Attend orientation and participate in two full days of on-the-job training as required. Training is required to be done two consecutive days from 8 am to 4:30 pm Monday-Friday once the teen volunteer has attended orientation and met all health requirements.
  • Complete a volunteer application (link above) or obtain one from your guidance counselor's office.
  • Obtain a letter of reference from a guidance counselor, coach or employer.
  • Submit Application & Letter of Reference.
  • Make a reservation to attend the Volunteer Orientation. Schedule two consecutive eight-hour days of on-the-job training.
  • Provide a copy of all immunizations to IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital’s Employee Health Services Department and make arrangements with Employee Health Services to obtain your two TB skin tests. (Parent(s) or guardian must be present if IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is administering your child’s TB skin test. The phone number to schedule your appointment is 765.747.3458)
  • Teen volunteers must make a 12-month commitment to the volunteer program, by scheduling to work a minimum of four to eight hours each month.
  • Teen volunteers under the age of 18 will not be permitted to volunteer in patient contact areas.

Due to the extension in days of numerous schools' academic calendars and the early start period for the same schools, we will be limiting our program to only students who can make a 12-month commitment to the program.

Are there any specific health requirements that must be met to volunteer?

Besides attending a required Orientation candidates interested in becoming hospital volunteers must meet the following health requirements for volunteering:

  • Proof of two TB skin tests done within the past 6 months
  • Proof of immunization history, annual influenza vaccine, and COVID vaccine
    • Individuals who are not able to provide immunization history will agree to a blood draw to profile all titers.

When do volunteers work?

Volunteers are needed seven days a week, in the mornings, afternoons and evenings, but they usually work once or twice a week, three to four hours at a time.

How will I know what to do?

All new volunteers go through an interview process and a half-day orientation to familiarize themselves with IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital and the operations of Volunteer Resources. In addition, volunteers must meet certain health specifications. This is explained in orientation.

What do you receive for volunteering?

In addition to the personal satisfaction volunteers receive through their work, Volunteer Resources sponsors a formal recognition program.

Volunteer Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any specific health requirements that must be met to volunteer?

Besides attending a required Orientation candidates interested in becoming hospital volunteers must meet the following health requirements for volunteering:

  • Proof of two TB skin tests done within the past 6 months
  • Proof of immunization history, annual influenza vaccine, and COVID vaccine
    • Individuals who are not able to provide immunization history will agree to a blood draw to profile all titers.

When do volunteers work?

Volunteers are needed seven days a week, in the mornings, afternoons and evenings, but they usually work once or twice a week, three to four hours at a time.

How will I know what to do?

All new volunteers go through an interview process and a half-day orientation to familiarize themselves with IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital and the operations of Volunteer Resources. In addition, volunteers must meet certain health specifications. This is explained in orientation.

What do you receive for volunteering?

In addition to the personal satisfaction volunteers receive through their work, Volunteer Resources sponsors a formal recognition program.