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.

Because of the sensitive nature of these volunteer opportunities, all prospective volunteers must successfully complete a screening process. This process includes an orientation, application, references, personal interview, driving record 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.
- We are unable to accept court-related referrals for community service hours.
What Areas Do You Serve?

We serve Central San Diego, parts of East County, North County along the 78 from Escondido to Carlsbad, and Encinitas.

What are the Steps to Becoming a Volunteer?
1. Register for an online volunteer orientation by clicking: https://bit.ly/volunteer4EH
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 a Live Scan location. ElderHelp shares the cost and the volunteer portion is $30, which would be paid directly to the Live Scan Location at the time of service. Payment options vary by location, but typically include cash, card (credit/debit), Apple Pay, or Samsung Pay.
4. Driving record report: A copy of your current driver’s license and auto insurance is required. ElderHelp will request a driving record report from the DMV directly and covers 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
9590 Chesapeake Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

- 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 NameLast Name
- Type of Reference
  
  PersonalProfessional
- Reference 1 Phone Number
  Format: (000) 000-0000.
- Reference 1 Email
  example@example.com
- Reference 2*
  
  First NameLast Name
- Type of Reference
  
  PersonalProfessional
- Reference 2 Phone Number
  Format: (000) 000-0000.
- Reference 2 Email
  example@example.com
- Reference 3*
  
  First NameLast Name
- Type of Reference
  
  PersonalProfessional
- Reference 3 Phone Number
  Format: (000) 000-0000.
- 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 are agreeing to these statements. Please read all statements fully before signing. These will be reviewed during your 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 understand that my own personal or professional business will not benefit financially or in any other way, from the volunteer service that I will perform for clients I serve through ElderHelp of San Diego.*

Agree
I will provide my own transportation to and from my volunteer commitments. I am responsible for maintaining adequate personal auto insurance on any vehicle I drive while providing volunteer services.*

Agree
Transportation and Insurance Consent

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

Agree
VOLUNTEER AGREEMENTS*
Volunteer Agreements

TRUE
NON-CRIMINAL BACKGROUND*
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

Applicants are responsible for truthfulness in all statements made on the volunteer application. False statements are grounds for rejection or immediate termination of volunteer service.
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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