Volunteer Health Services Program

Sarasota County Health Department’s Volunteer Health Services Program is a local version of the Florida Department of Health's statewide program of the same name.  Through VHSP, committed volunteers promote access to quality health care for medically underserved and uninsured residents.

For over three decades, SCHD has served as a medical home to thousands of families who otherwise would not be able to get health care.  As the need for quality and affordable health services increases, so does the Department’s need for dedicated and caring volunteers with medical and non-medical backgrounds. SCHD is continually recruiting volunteers who can share their time, talent, and the desire to be a part of a quality community organization.

We offer volunteers a friendly and supportive environment.  Daytime and some evening hours are available; hours are flexible. There are opportunities for year-round and seasonal residents.

The staff and clients appreciate the time and effort our volunteers give. There is nothing more satisfying than to know that you helped make someone else’s life a little better.

• Anyone can volunteer by donating his or her time and talents. 
• Volunteer opportunities are available for interpretation, clerical, administrative, and technical support.
• Licensed healthcare professionals can volunteer providing direct patient care.

The VHSP is authorized through Chapters 110 and 766 of the Florida Statutes.  Volunteers are supervised by SCHD staff.

For more information about volunteering through the VHSP, please contact:

• Pauline Santor, VHSP Coordinator
  General Services Division
  Florida Department of Health
  Sarasota County Health and Human Services
  (941) 861-2822
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