Pastoral Care Volunteers

The New York State Veterans Home at Montrose is seeking volunteers to assist in various capacities in support of the Pastoral Care Department.

Duties may include:

• Transportation of residents to religious services in the building
• Provide one-to-one visits for residents who may need additional spiritual or emotional support
• Assist as needed during religious services such as:
  • Catholic Mass (Mondays from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.)
  • Jewish Services (Tuesdays from 9-10:30 a.m.)
  • Bible Study (Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.)
  • Nondemoninational worship services (Thursdays from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.)

Volunteer requirements:

• Must be friendly and patient
• Must be able to read and verbalize clearly
• Must be able to push a resident in a wheelchair
• Must pass a background check
• Must provide vaccination records (COVID, flu, MMR, etc.)
• Must pass a two-step (multi-day) PPD test for tuberculosis
• Must complete a four-hour orientation

Volunteers can receive community service hours provided they meet all requirements and serve hours. Express interest below!