Careers at Brown University Health

Volunteering: Rights and Responsibilities

As a volunteer you have certain rights and responsibilities when you give your time to a community-based organization. Brown University Health hospitals follow these guidelines to ensure a positive volunteer experience.

The rights of our volunteers include:

  • A clear, appropriate volunteer assignment
  • Fulfilling work
  • Orientation and training
  • Informed involvement with the volunteer staff
  • Supervision and support
  • Recognition of service
  • Respect as an individual
  • Time that is put to best use
  • Safe and healthy working conditions