Update as of June 28th:
Please check back on Monday, August 5th for new volunteer registration information.
If you should have any questions, please email [email protected].
Adult Volunteer Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of registration
Onboarding: Complete the volunteer onboarding process (including the online orientation and a group interview) by the specified dates for your onboarding cohort.
Time Commitment: Volunteers must be able to serve one 3-4 hour shift on the same day & time each week, completing at least 100 hours over a minimum six month period.
Health Requirements: Volunteers must complete the immunization requirements listed below
Background Check: Adult volunteers are required to complete a background check
Teen Volunteer Requirements
Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of registration
Onboarding: Complete the volunteer onboarding process (including the online orientation and a group interview) by the specified dates for your onboarding cohort.
Time Commitment: Volunteers must be able to serve one 3-4 hour shift on the same day & time each week, completing at least 100 hours over a minimum six month period.
Health Requirements: Volunteers must complete the immunization requirements listed below
Background Check: When teen volunteers turn 18, they are required to complete a background check
Health Requirements:
If you are accepted to become a UCSF volunteer, you will be required to complete the series of immunization requirements listed below. It is requested that you complete all of your immunization requirements through your own healthcare provider. However, if this presents a financial hardship for you, Employee Health or Occupational Health may be able to assist with these requirements.
Please note: multiple visits may be required.
Requirement |
Option 1 |
Option 2 |
COVID-19 Vaccine |
ONE or more of the following options:
|
Note: You will not be allowed to submit an exception form without first completing one of the vaccine requirements under Option 1. Approved Exception |
Seasonal Influenza Vaccine |
1 dose of vaccine formulated for the current flu season |
Completed flu vaccine declination form |
MMR Vaccine |
2 dose series |
Titer showing immunity to all 3 components (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) |
Varicella Vaccine |
2 dose series |
Titer showing immunity |
TDaP Vaccine |
TDaP given within the last 10 years |
TDaP given once after the age of 17 + TD given in the last 10 years |
TB Screening |
1 negative TB test (PPD or Quantiferon) in prior 3 months + 1 negative TB test (PPD or Quantiferon) in prior 12 months |
Positive TB test + Negative chest Xray + Negative TB symptom review |
Hepatitis B Vaccine Required only for San Francisco Emergency Department volunteers |
2 or 3 dose series |
Titer showing immunity |