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Welcome to the Youth Health Service Corps!
Students helping to create healthier communities through volunteer service…
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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!
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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.
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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)
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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
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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.
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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?
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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!