Elderhelp Volunteer Application

ElderHelp Volunteer Application

Thank you for inquiring about volunteer opportunities at ElderHelp!

Since 1973, ElderHelp has been supporting San Diego’s growing population of seniors. Volunteers play a vital role in helping seniors to continue living independently in their own homes and communities.

Please note that due to the Corona Virus (COVID-19) pandemic, ElderHelp’s services have been modified to support seniors with their most essential needs including: delivery of groceries and other essential items, and transportation to medically necessary appointments. This is in an effort to limit in-person contact with seniors to avoid potential exposure of COVID-19, as it poses the highest risk to our clientele.

Because of the sensitive nature of these volunteer opportunities, all prospective volunteers must successfully complete a screening process. This process includes an orientation, application including references, personal interview, and background check. This process may take a couple of weeks to complete. We appreciate your patience.
Before you continue with your application, please take a moment to review the following information so that you will know what to expect during the application process.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

What are the Requirements to Volunteer?
- Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.
- Volunteers must provide their own transportation.
- Volunteers must complete all of the steps listed below in the onboarding process.
- Please note: we are unable to accept court-related referrals for community service hours.
What Areas Do You Serve?
- Most of our clients reside in Central San Diego (including beach areas up to La Jolla/North Inland to Rancho Bernardo) and East County communities, however we are enrolling new clients into our programs outside of these areas during COVID-19, based on volunteer availability.
What are the Steps to Becoming a Volunteer?
1. Register for an online volunteer orientation by clicking: Volunteer Orientation Signup
2. Complete this online application.
3. Background Check (DOJ & FBI): Once you register for an orientation, you will receive the necessary form to complete and take with you to the AAA Livescan office. ElderHelp is splitting the cost and the volunteer portion will be $30, paid directly to AAA Live Scan. (Payment is accepted via cash, card (credit/debit), Apple Pay, or Samsung Pay).
4. Driving record report: Please provide a copy of your driver’s license and auto insurance. ElderHelp will request a driving record report from the DMV directly and is covering the processing fee.
5. Once all of the above steps are completed, you will be scheduled for an interview via phone or online meeting and your references will be contacted (giving them a heads up can help speed up the process).
To proceed, CLICK NEXT to start your ElderHelp Volunteer Application.

ELDERHELP

Office: 619-284-9281 | Direct: 858-380-5003
3860 Calle Fortunada #101, San Diego, CA 92123

REFERENCES
For the safety and well-being of our clients, we require references. Please list 3 non-related references that you have known for 2 or more years, with at least one professional reference. (Please notify all references that they will be contacted in order to expedite the process.)
Reference 1 *

First Name Last Name
Phone Number
Personal Professional
Reference 1 Email
example@example.com
Reference 2 *

First Name Last Name
Phone Number
Personal Professional
Reference 2 Email
example@example.com
Reference 3 *

First Name Last Name
Phone Number
Personal Professional
Reference 3 Email
example@example.com

ELDERHELP POLICIES & STANDARDS

Please review the following ElderHelp of San Diego policies and standards. By checking each box and signing at the end, you agree to the statements. This will be reviewed during you personal interview.
I agree that I am a volunteer of ElderHelp of San Diego and am not an employee thereof. As such, I am fully aware and apprised of the fact that I will not be compensated in any way or in any fashion, relative to my participation in ElderHelp of San Diego. *

Agree
I understand that I do not qualify for worker’s compensation benefits. *

Agree
I will provide my own transportation to and from my volunteer commitments. If I am using my own vehicle, I will maintain adequate personal auto insurance coverage. *

Agree
I understand there is to be no political soliciting or religious proselytizing while volunteering. *

Agree
As an ElderHelp of San Diego volunteer, I agree to the following: *

Agree
- To accept the guidance and decisions of ElderHelp’s staff and to perform my volunteer duties to the best of my ability.
- To read the Volunteer Manual and adhere to all agency rules, policies, and procedures. It is my responsibility to get clarification on any policies that I do not fully understand.
- To meet time and duty commitments, or to provide adequate notice so that alternate arrangements for coverage can be made.
- I understand that it is my responsibility to inform the Volunteer Services Manager if I experience any changes in my physical, mental or emotional health, or other life changes that could impact my ability to volunteer
- To notify the agency in writing or by email, with appropriate notice for processing, of extended leave or of discontinuation of volunteer service.
NON-CRIMINAL BACKGROUND & CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION *
CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT *
VOLUNTEER RELEASE OF LIABILITY *
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY *

VOLUNTEER MANUAL

We will provide you with an electronic copy of ElderHelp’s Volunteer Manual, providing additional information about the specific volunteer positions as well as policies and procedures. This can be used as a reference guide throughout your experience.
If you would like to receive a hard copy of this manual, please check here:

Yes, I would like a hard copy of the volunteer manual
SIGNATURE
Please Confirm *

I certify that the statements made in this volunteer application are true and correct, and have been given voluntarily.
The decision to accept an applicant into the program will be based upon a final assessment done by the program staff at the completion of the volunteer procedure. The program staff has final approval for an applicant’s acceptance into the program. No reason will be provided to volunteer applicants rejected from participation in the program.

By signing below, I verify that I have read and understand the forgoing standards and policies. I agree that if I refuse or fail to adhere to the foregoing standards and policies I will no longer be authorized to volunteer/intern on behalf of ElderHelp of San Diego.
Electronic Signature *

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