Wayfinder (St Richard’s Hospital, Chichester)

At St Richard’s Hospital we hope volunteering is a place for you to learn, connect, and make a difference. Why Volunteer at St Richard’s Hospital?

1. To Help Others
2. Satisfaction: Being a volunteer is good for you! Research shows volunteering can boost your physical and mental health. Volunteering is linked to lower rates of depression, stress, and hospitalisation too. Volunteers are physically active, getting out and having new experiences. As a volunteer at St Richard’s Hospital, you will connect with our network of committed volunteers and staff. Duties may include the following: • Manning the Help Desk on the ground floor of the Outpatients’ Department. • Directing patients and visitors to where they need to go. • Pushing patients in wheelchairs to their destination within the hospital. • Ensuring there are always wheelchairs in the Outpatients area. • Telephoning for a taxi if requested. • Dispensing hearing aid batteries. • Liaising with the Car Park Wardens, Domestic, Estate and Portering staff. • Ensure visitors/outpatients wear a mask and use hand sanitiser on entering the hospital site.