Current volunteer opportunities for the Fargo region

Greet dialysis patients as they enter the clinic and provide general hospitality; alert staff that the patient has arrived; assist those in wheelchairs or with walkers; visit with patrons in the lobby area as appropriate; assist staff with other tasks as assigned (i.e. packet making, etc.)

* Bemidji and Detroit Lakes - Mon-Sat from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 3 p.m.

* Fargo - Mon-Sat from 7 - 11 a.m. and 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

*Morris - Mon, Wed, Fri from 9 - 11 a.m. or 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

* Thief River Falls - Mon, Wed, Fri - varied shifts from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Greet dialysis patients as they enter the clinic and provide general hospitality; alert staff that the patient has arrived; assist those in wheelchairs or with walkers; visit with patrons in the lobby area as appropriate; assist staff with other tasks as assigned (i.e. packet making, etc.)

* Bemidji and Detroit Lakes - Mon-Sat from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 3 p.m.

* Fargo - Mon-Sat from 7 - 11 a.m. and 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

*Morris - Mon, Wed, Fri from 9 - 11 a.m. or 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

* Thief River Falls - Mon, Wed, Fri - varied shifts from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Visit hospitalized patients as assigned by your partner MeritCare chaplain to help address spiritual needs of our families and patients. Specialized training and completion of "Befrienders" training (both provided) is mandatory.

Assist patrons with navigating the food court, help to find seating and help clearing tables.

Assist families inquiring to the condition of their loved ones by answering the phone or the intercom; run errands within the unit.

Shifts vary.

Pet Therapy dogs and their people. These 4-legged volunteers and their people visit our Children's Hospital and Rehab Unit. Bring a smile to a patient by the wagging of a tail! Pets must be graduates of Obedience School and the specialized pet therapy training program through FM Dog Obedience School.

* Shifts as arranged by FM Dog Obedience School

Greet customers as they step off the elevator onto 2nd floor; Approach the guests and ask how we can be of assistance to them; Direct patients, families and visitors to their destination and ask if they have any questions; Offer hospitality by extending a friendly smile and a greeting.; Familiarize yourself with the current unit census.

Daily shifts - 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 12 - 4 p.m.; 4 - 8 p.m.

Assist with mailings and preparation for events that raise funds for MeritCare.

Greet visitors and patients in lobby; accompany people to their destination and answer queries. This is the perfect position for those who want to walk and talk!

* Downtown - varied shifts Mon-Fri from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sat-Sun from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

* MCSU - varied shifts Mon-Fri from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

* Southpointe Clinic - varied shifts Mon-Fri from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Facilitate workshops for people with diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure or other on-going health conditions. After completion of 4-day leader training, volunteer leaders facilitate workshops which meet for 2 1/2 hours per week for 6 consecutive weeks. Workshops include relaxation techniques, weekly goal setting, effective management of symptoms and difficult emotions, and other self-management strategies. No previous teaching experience is required; health care background not necessary. Workshops held in various locations. Must be post high school.