Welcome to the Youth Health Service Corps!

Students helping to create healthier communities through volunteer service…

Mission of the YHSC

• To prepare you to volunteer in community settings that serve vulnerable populations.

• To help you become more aware of the broad range of careers in health care and related fields.

• To help you decide if a career in health care is for you!

Benefits of joining the YHSC

• Become part of your community.

• Help fill a large need for community service.

• Acquire “real life” experience in health care settings.

• Prepare for a future in health care.

• Help build your resume for work or college.

YHSC Training Modules

Tier 1- (4 hours)

Intro, Vulnerable Populations, Ethical & Legal Issues, Applied Health Services

Tier 2- (4 hours)

Cultural Competency, Health Education/Disease Prevention, Health Career Exploration

Tier 3- (4 hours)

Health Observation, Emergency Preparedness, Peer Education/Leadership

CPR & AED Certification- (4 hours)

YHSC Service Projects

You can choose to participate in service learning tracks based on your interest.

• Oral Hygiene

• Nutrition

• Emergency Preparedness

• Other specific projects in your community

Preparing to Volunteer

• Volunteer Service in the YHSC

– Before you volunteer you must attend Tier 1 training.

– Submit all health forms & parent permission.

– Volunteer agreements must be signed by all.

– Once placed you are expected to fulfill 10 hours of service.

– Report to volunteer supervisor / agency on time following all rules & dress code of the YHSC and agency.

Before you volunteer ask your self:

• How much time do I have to give to volunteering?

• Do I want ongoing regularly scheduled or short-term assignments?

• Do I want to work alone or with a group?

• What talents or skills do I offer?

• What health career am I interested in?

• What would I most like to learn when I volunteer?

• What population do I want to work with?

• Do I have transportation?

Rules for YHSC Training

• Respect for each other at all times!

• Personal information shared does not leave the room.

• No rude or foul language.

• Appropriate dress code.

• Please add to the list!

• Also- Have Fun!