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Are you interested in learning or volunteering with Henry J. Austin Health Center? Our student and volunteer opportunities at Henry J. Austin Health Center offers vital assistance to people in need, worthwhile causes, and the community. From one-time events to an on-going commitment, Henry J. Austin Health Center learning and volunteer work take many forms. We offer a variety of volunteer positions and opportunities throughout our organization.

Students

Henry J. Austin Health Center welcomes and encourages interns and students from local colleges and universities to learn for training. Through internships or practical education, students learn by undertaking tasks and assignments in specific departments and are assigned a preceptor who is a person who guides, tutors, and provides direction aimed at a specific performance. Students at HJAHC apply during the corresponding school semester schedule they are enrolled in. HJAHC students gain a knowledgeable understanding of the workforce‐of, both students and professionals, and a more significant skill set. If you are a student at a college or university and wish to learn and be part of one of our joint educational partnerships, they are also several opportunities available at Henry J. Austin Health Center. We currently have learning partnership programs with the following institutions:

Rutgers Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy

Pharmacist Students

Rutgers, School of Health Professions, Interprofessional Education

Psychiatric Advanced Nurse Practitioner Students
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Students
Rehabilitation Counselor

The College of New Jersey

Advanced Nurse Practitioner Students

Volunteers

There are lots of volunteer opportunities available! We accept volunteers from the community, college students, professional volunteers, and anyone who is interested in giving back to our patients and the Trenton community.

If you have ideas or are interested in getting more information about volunteering, please fill out the form below and we will get back to you as soon as we can! We appreciate your interest in HJAHC.

AmeriCorps VISTA

One of our exciting volunteer opportunities is in partnership with the nation’s AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) Program. This is a national service program dedicated to ending poverty by building the capacity of nonprofit organizations and public agencies. Through capacity building activities such as fundraising, grant writing, research, and volunteer recruitment AmeriCorps members in the VISTA program serve in an office setting and gain experience and leadership skills. This opportunity prepares members for a life of service in the public, private, or nonprofit sector.

Our AmeriCorps VISTA work with our staff in departments such as Human Resources, Communications, Hepatitis C Education, Pharmacy, and Behavioral Health. While serving as a VISTA, volunteers apply their knowledge and as well as develop new skills in a new and exciting environment all while contributing to an overserved population. Learn more about the AmeriCorps VISTA program or fill out our volunteer application below.

CatchaFire

Another unique volunteer opportunity is through Catchafire. Catchafire volunteers can flexibly volunteer on skilled-based projects that ultimately help our patients and community. You have access to flexible, virtual volunteer engagements that exercise your skills and support causes you hold dear. All engagements have a mutual opt-in process and with your unique talents, you can support positive change – all while building your resume & gaining references in the process.

Volunteers assist with projects emphasizing on health and nutrition, youth development, diversity, and inclusion as they work alongside our staff developing strategies, creating designs, and editing organization information. Learn more about volunteering with Catchafire or fill out our volunteer application below.

Volunteer Application Form

Full Name*
Phone*
Email*
Highest Level of Education*
How would you like to volunteer?*
- COVID-19 Vaccinations
- Other (place in comments)
How did you hear about us?
- Social Media
- Website
- Online or Internet Search
- Word of Mouth
- Other (place in comments)
Can you speak other languages besides English?
Organization
Comments
Consent*
I agree to the volunteer and confidentiality policy.
Volunteer Policy
• I understand that I am responsible for becoming familiar with the disaster and communicable disease policies and procedures at HJAHC.
• I understand that if I am absent, I agree to notify my manager as early as possible. I understand that 3 no-show/no-calls may result in dismissal from my duties at HJAHC.
• In order to receive a letter of recommendation, I must commit to a consistent period of time contingent upon my satisfactory performance and evaluation.

Confidentiality Policy
HJA has a confidentiality policy for all persons representing or providing services for HJAHC. More stringent rules apply to the Medical and Dental Clinic (Refer to HIPAA). This includes Board Members, Medical and Dental Staff, all facility personnel, independent contractors, and all volunteers. Breach of this policy can mean termination of positions, services, employment, and/or other contracts.

All facility information must remain within the facility. This includes but is not limited to: any patient-related information, personnel records, meeting activities, and minutes, quality improvement activities, financial information, risk management issues and computer/security codes or information concerning any peer review activities.

It is required that this policy be a part of orientation for all new persons, including Board Members, Dental and Medical Staff and Volunteers. Implementation of this policy is the responsibility of all Department Managers, Physicians, Dentists, Directors, Meeting Chairpersons and individuals providing services in this facility.
Dress Code Policy
Volunteers and staff are part of HJAHC public relations and presenting a good image of HJAHC is one of our goals. In an effort to maintain a professional and safe environment for our volunteers and staff, HJAHC has adapted a dress code policy, as part of the Employee Handbook.
• Clothing: clean, casual, well groomed. (No bare midriffs. No short skirts, dresses, or shorts. No torn clothing, hats, or tank tops, no risqué prints on clothing.)
• Clinic volunteers are required to wear blue scrubs and/or lab coat and must comply with OSHA
guidelines.
• Shoes: sturdy, non-skid closed toed shoes are required. No flip flops or very high heels…Be safe!
• No excessive jewelry, makeup, or perfume/aftershave (some may be allergic).

Volunteer Acknowledgement
• I understand that all instruments, equipment, materials, supplies, clothing, and food donated to HJAHC
or purchased by HJAHC are property of HJAHC and may not be removed without permission.
• I understand that failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action, which could include termination.

All information submitted by me in this application is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that I will be serving HJAHC clients and patients on a volunteer basis and will not be remunerated for services rendered.
I understand the above contract and agree to comply with all HJAHC policies and regulations.
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