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Information for Current MercyOne Volunteers (Must have an account in Volunteer Information Center (email and password)
Contact:
Anne Owens, Volunteer Services Supervisor, anne.owens@mercyone.org, 515-358-9265
Why Volunteer at MercyOne?
- Connect with Others – Make new friends, build relationships and increase your social skills
- Mind and Body Wellness – Boost self-confidence, combat depression and stay physically healthy
- Career Advancement – Gain valuable experience, explore careers and learn job skills
- Fun and Fulfillment – Try new interests, expand passions and renew your creativity
How to Become a MercyOne Volunteer
- Age Requirement – Must be 16 years or older
- Application Process – Complete application, background checks, health assessment, reference verification, and interview(s)
- Health Requirements – Proof of current immunizations required
- Time Commitment – Minimum 6 months of service or 84 hours per year (e hours/week or for duration of special events
- For students – two (2) semesters commitment per calendar year
- Training -- Attend orientation, training, and continuing education as required
Adult Volunteers (Ages 18+)
- Perfect for: Anyone interested in getting involved.
- Requirements:
- At least 18 years old
- Able to clear required criminal background and registered offender check and required health screening
- Able to meet the specific skills and knowledge requirements for volunteer opportunities
- Benefits:
- Skill and talent development
- Learn more about healthcare
- Meet new people
- Give back to your community
Teen Volunteers (Ages 16-17)
- Perfect for: High school students exploring health care careers and giving back to their community.\
- Requirements:
- At least 16 years old
- Parental/Guardian consent required
- Currently enrolled in school with good academic standing or pursuing a GED
- 4-month minimum commitment
- Able to clear required criminal background and registered offender check and required health screening.
- Able to meet the specific skills and knowledge requirements for volunteer opportunities
- Benefits:
- Health care career exploration
- Professional skill development
- College application portfolio builder
- Mentorship opportunities
Collegiate Care Corps (Ages 19+)
- Perfect for: College students pursuing health care careers or seeking meaningful service opportunities.
- Requirements:
- At least 19 years old
- Currently enrolled in medical or health care related/adjacent programs - remove the (except for Student Leader Volunteers
- Three-hour weekly shifts (1-3x/week)
- College enrollment not required (except for Student Leader Volunteers)
- Complete all Adult Volunteer requirements
- Program and Registration Dates:
- Fall Cohort: August 14-December 11, 2026
- Applications Open: July 6-24, 2026
- Spring Cohort: January 18-May 7, 2027
- Applications Open: November 16-December 4, 2026
- Summer Cohort: May 20-August 15, 2027
- Applications Open: April 15-30, 2027
- Fall Cohort: August 14-December 11, 2026
- Benefits:
- Health care career exploration
- Professional skill development
- Mentorship opportunities
Group Volunteers (Organizations and Teams)
- Perfect for: Organizations, clubs, church and community groups seeking collective impact.
- Opportunities include:
- Special events support
- Comfort projects and care packages
- Facility enhancement projects
- Administrative support
- Benefits:
- Team building opportunities
- Shared purpose and impact
- Flexible scheduling
- Education experiences
