Giving Back in a Meaningful Way
In the parable of the Good Samaritan, an individual voluntarily performs a service for a fellow human being. The volunteers at Good Samaritan Hospital carry on that tradition.
Upon completion of the volunteer onboarding requirements, volunteer applicants will receive a training and orientation at the hospital. At this time, volunteers will learn about open areas of service, and assignments and schedules will be arranged based on interest & availability. Volunteer roles include but are not limited to the gift shop, thrift shop, clerical roles, special projects and patient experience. Every effort will be made to match each volunteer with the opportunity of his or her choosing.
How to Volunteer
New Members Welcomed
Applicants over 18 years of age will be invited to join the Guilds of Good Samaritan. Guild volunteers & adult applicants make a commitment to donate a minimum of 100 hours annually.
We understand that adult applicants who are currently enrolled in school may not have availability in their scheduled to participate in Guild related activities at this time. Student applicants therefore are invited, but not required to, join the Guilds of Good Samaritan. Students who choose not to join, will still follow the same application process outlined below, with omission of the annual dues requirement, guild related awards and recognition.
In biblical times, the Good Samaritan was a volunteer who, unbidden, performed a service for a fellow human being. At Good Samaritan Hospital, the Guilds of Good Samaritan carry on that tradition. The Guilds are volunteer organizations with an elected Central Council who donate their time, treasure and talent to benefit the hospital with service and the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation with donations.
There are currently give Guilds which form the Guilds of Good Samaritan.
- The Copiague / Massapequa/Amityville Guild
- The Dix Hills / Deer Park Guild
- The Great South Bay Guild
- The Lindenhurst/North Babylon Guild
- The Wyandanch Guild
Guilds are typically assigned by geographic location (the town that you live closest to), but you are welcome to select a guild of your choice. Each guild has their own officers, meetings, and special projects, but come together as one each month to gather and share their experiences and updates on their individual projects.
- Guild members volunteer their time by providing:
- Support services to hospital departments
- Fundraising
- Advocating on behalf of the hospital
- Expanding personal horizons through friendship and leadership roles
Currently, more than 300 guild members bring their life experience and generosity of spirit to the hospital. Guild members volunteer their time by providing:
- Support services to hospital departments
- Fundraising
- Advocating on behalf of the hospital
- Expanding personal horizons through friendship and leadership roles
To better accomplish their goals, the Guilds are always welcoming new members who would like to contribute their time in service to the hospital. Involvement can vary from weekly volunteer duties, to monthly meetings and participation in special activities and fundraisers. The Guilds have access to firsthand information about the programs and successes of the hospital and can act globally to assist with reaching goals that further programs in-house or in the community.
Guild Members are invited to join us for our monthly Central Council meetings, which are held at the hospital on the second Monday of the month from September to June. To learn more information about The Guilds of Good Samaritan, please call 631-376-4121 to leave a message for Linda DiGilio, President, Central Council.
We thank you for your interest in volunteering at Good Samaritan.
Application Requirements
- Application
- $5 Annual Guild Membership Dues (not required if applying as a student)
- Two Professional References
- Medical Clearance (Medical Form Included with Application)
- Physical
- 2 PPDs (or a quantiferon gold blood test)
- Immunization Records
- Covid-19 Vaccination Record
- Flu Shot Record (If in flu Season)
- CPR Certification (this is required if you have interest in a positon such as the Emergency Department or Patient Transport).
- Background Screening
- Interview & Orientation
- Security Badge
Good Samaritan Hospital is grateful for volunteers who donate their time to help us deliver quality, compassionate care. In recognition, we offer:
- Free parking
- Free cup of coffee or tea daily
- Free lunch for each 20 hours of service
- Tracking of service hours for recognition and awards
- Attendance at monthly Central Council meetings to learn important information about Guild activities, advocacy and hospital issues and plans (refreshments are provided)
- Annual Volunteer Recognition Awards Luncheon at Captain Bills: Each April during National Volunteer Week, the Guilds of Good Samaritan organize a volunteer awards luncheon to celebrate the hours and achievements of Guild Volunteers. Awards are presented to volunteers who donate 100+ hours. It’s a lovely gathering celebration of our volunteers!
Becoming a Junior Volunteer
Good Samaritan Hospital’s popular Junior Volunteer Program is for qualified students between 15 and 18 years of age. Participating teens make a commitment to 100 hours or more over the course of the volunteer time period. The contributions of junior volunteers are invaluable to both the students and Good Samaritan Hospital. Please note that applications are closed to students in their senior year effective October 2022. Juniors who are interested in volunteering in their senior year, must submit their application before that date.
To obtain an application, or for more information on the Junior Volunteer Program, please contact our Junior Volunteer Coordinators Ingrid DiGiovanna and Laurie Feldscher at 631-376-3396.
We invite perspective junior volunteers to collect an application packet in the Volunteer Office. There are additional forms that are required for junior applications that are not available on this website. Please contact our Junior Volunteer Coordinators to obtain a Junior Volunteer application.
Hours of Operation
Junior Volunteer Desk: Tuesdays & Thursdays only, 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m
Our Junior Volunteer coordinators can be reached at 631-376-3396. Please leave a message if you are contacting during off hours, and our Jr. Volunteer coordinators will return your call when they are back in the office.
- Application
- Medical Clearance (Medical Form Included with Application)
- Physical
- 2 PPDs (or a quantiferon gold blood test)
- Immunization Records
- Covid-19 Vaccination Record
- Flu Shot Record (If in flu Season)
- Reference from your school's guidance counselor
- Interview
- Orientation
- CPR Certification (this is required if you have interest in a position such as the Emergency Department or Patient Transport).
Junior volunteers are assigned to more than 15 different areas throughout Good Samaritan Hospital and offsite offices.
Upon completion of the application requirements, volunteer applicants will attend new volunteer orientation where they will receive information on their job assignment, training and information on hospital policies, and learn about open areas of service. Assignments and schedules will be arranged based upon interest and availability.
Every effort will be made to match each volunteer with the opportunity of his or her choosing. After school and weekend volunteer opportunities are available. Participation in special projects and events are also offered to junior volunteers throughout the year. Upon completion of the orientation, junior volunteers will be issued a uniform and identification badge.
If you are CPR certified, please supply a copy of your CPR card, as some placements require CPR certification.
Please note that our Junior Volunteer Program is unable to accommodate summer-only positions. Program coordinators work carefully with committed junior volunteers to accommodate school and extracurricular activities.
- Tracking of service hours for recognition and letters issued for high school, community service and college applications
- Scholarship opportunities
The Guilds of Good Samaritan Hospital annually honor three junior volunteers for their dedication and volunteerism by presenting them with scholarships to support their college journey. The 2021 scholarships were awarded to:
- Steven Cayea, St. Anthony High School
- Ushima Chowdhury, Deer Park High School
- Elizabeth Garrovillas, Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School
Support for Heart Patients
The Brave Hearts of Good Samaritan Hospital are a committee of the Guilds of Good Samaritan usually of the hospital’s former open heart surgery patients who offer support and assistance to current heart patients. Brave Hearts visit with patients to deliver a small token of encouragement and lend an experienced view of recovery.
Application Requirements
- Application
- $5 Annual Guild Membership Dues
- Two Professional References
- Medical Clearance (Medical Form Included with Application
- Physical
- 2 PPDs (or a quantiferon gold blood test)
- Immunization Records
- Covid-19 Vaccination Record
- Flu Shot Record (If in flu Season)
- CPR Certification (this is required if you have interest in a positon such as the Emergency Department or Patient Transport).
- Background Screening
- Interview & Orientation
- Security Badge
Bravehearts volunteer applicants will apply to the Guilds of Good Samaritan Volunteer Program. Applicants can list “Bravehearts” under areas of interest on the application.
For more information, please Contact Linda DiGilio, President, Central Council at 631-376-4121 or linda.digilio@chsli.org.
Providing Spiritual Support
The pastoral/spiritual care staff at Good Samaritan Hospital is comprised of certified and ordained chaplains who meet both the spiritual and emotional needs of patients and their families. Our goal is to enhance the healing process by providing encouragement and support through prayerful presence and attentive listening. In addition, sacramental ministry is available to patients of the Roman Catholic tradition, as well as prayer and devotional materials for those of other religious traditions.
Eucharistic Minister Volunteer Program
Our Eucharistic Minister Volunteer Program is currently paused at this time. Please contact Deacon Richard Becker, MS, MA, BCC, Director of Pastoral Care and Ethics at 631-376-4570 for information on resumption of this program.=
Eucharistic Minister. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs) who take communion to the sick in the hospital have a role in sharing the Church’s total ministry to the sick after the manner of Jesus. In bringing Communion to the sick, the EMHC represents Christ and manifests faith and charity on behalf of the whole community toward those who cannot be present at Sunday Mass.
Training is offered by the Diocese of Rockville Centre several times a year to become an EMHC. Please call the Pastoral Care office at 631-376-4103 for more information.
Once reopened, applicants can follow the process outlined below to apply to become an EM.
NODA (No One Dies Alone) Program
NODA volunteers accompany patients who are alone at the end of life. Volunteers who enroll in this area will be added to a call list. The volunteer will be contacted when a patient is in need. This can take place at various hours during a 24 hour day. Volunteers can make a select on the times of day that they are available to be contacted.
For more information:
Deacon Richard Becker, Director of Pastoral Care
- Application
- Two Professional References
- Medical Clearance
- Interview & Orientation
- Security Badge
- Contact Information
For more information, please contact Deacon Richard Becker, MS, MA, BCC, Director of Pastoral Care and Ethics.
Phone: 631-376-4570
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