We stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine. As civilian areas and hospitals become targets of the assault, we are witnessing crimes against humanity. There is no justification for this indiscriminate attack meant to topple a nation. We pray for an end to this carnage - Staff of BCRHHR
a program of the Immigrant and Refugee Health Center
at Boston Medical Center
Volunteering
We are opening applications for the Refugee Patient Navigator volunteer position only. To apply, please fill out the following document and email to: Hailyn.Yoon@bmc.org. Once application is received, please wait a week to hear back before reaching out!
For any questions, please email Hailyn.
Considerations for candidates:
• May be in an accredited educational program, but not need to receive school credit.
• Must be at least 18 years old. We do not accept volunteers who are in high school.
• Typical expectations related to professional settings apply: proper dress code required, ability to adhere to BMC's Code of Conduct and punctuality is expected.
• Check volunteer positions below to best understand how our current needs can match your interests.
• We do in-person interviews to select candidates.
• If selected, must also apply through BMC’s Department of Volunteer Services.
*Due to the high volume of requests we are not able to respond to every inquiry.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering Opportunities
Our volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences, and generously lend their time and expertise to help create a rich and dynamic environment to serve our clients. All volunteers share a strong commitment to our mission of providing holistic care to refugees and torture survivors. Volunteers and interns generally serve in these key areas:
Refugee Patient Navigators
*Please refer to the instructions at the top of this page on how to apply for this position!
Many of our clients have little or no experience with the American health care system, and face a number of barriers to accessing care. To ease their transition, Refugee Patient Navigators (RPNs) help provide new patients with the necessary resources and navigational tools to reduce these barriers. Our RPN program provides volunteers the opportunity to get involved in programmatic administration through data management and coordination of resources. Additionally, volunteers will be able to interact with clients directly by assisting with new client intake and orientation to the complex health care system. RPNs also receive training on interacting with survivors of torture.
Requires: A commitment of at least one FULL Work day per week for 6 months. Must be reliable, flexible, a good communicator, good at troubleshooting, self-reflective and at least 18 years old. Experience working in a trauma-setting is preferred.
