KAISER PERMANENTE: Our cause is health. Our passion is service. We are here to make lives better.

Kaiser Permanente-South San Francisco exists to provide affordable, accessible, high quality health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve.

South San Francisco Medical Center–Volunteer Services Department: The mission of our Volunteer Services Department is to provide customer-focused programs, services and member amenities, and to contribute to the health and well-being of our members and staff, by making volunteer opportunities available. Through various community service-oriented opportunities at KP-South San Francisco, our volunteers gain practical experience in a health care setting, acquire new skills, and make new friends.

Our volunteers are an important part of why we have become one of the highest rated health care organizations today. Would you like to be one of our VOLUNTEERS?

Description:
KAISER PERMANENTE is a non-profit integrated health care organization, with physicians, nurses, and staff working in collaboration to provide high quality care to its members and address the health care needs of its communities. The Northern California Region serves over 3.3 million members. It includes 6,000 physicians in The Permanente Medical Group (TPMG) and about 66,000 employees. The region has 19 major medical centers. Each year, Kaiser Permanente donates more than $375 million to programs benefiting Northern California communities. www.kp.org

KP–South San Francisco Volunteers: Our volunteers work from three to four hours each week, with a six-month commitment. They are dependable, generous in spirit, and dedicated members of the KP family.
Our volunteers ensure that our facilities are welcoming places and offer compassion and support in the following areas: Ambulatory Surgery Clinic, Blood Pressure Services, Gift Shop, Health Education, Health Science Library, Information Desk, Pastoral Care, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Surgical Waiting Room.

BENEFITS: Our volunteers benefit from the discounts offered to them at the Gift Shop, pharmacy, optical center, and Health Education store and classes. Annual volunteer recognition and appreciation events are also held in their honor.

To join the KP-South San Francisco Volunteers, call (650) 742-2678.

History:
Kaiser Permanente was founded in 1945. It is a non-profit integrated health care organization, with physicians, nurses, and staff working in collaboration to provide high quality care to its members and address the health care needs of its communities.

Kaiser Permanente–South San Francisco Medical Center first opened its doors in 1949. It is one of two Kaiser Permanente medical centers in the Peninsula.

Contact people:

Vangie Cade, Volunteer Manager, (phone), (email) Sal Hines, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)

Main office number: (650) 742-2678
Office fax number: (650) 742-2497

Address:

1200 El Camino Real South San Francisco, CA 94080 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.kp.org

Directions:

For directions, link to: www.mapquest.com   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: BART - SSF,   Walk distance (in minutes): 10   Nearest Bus Stop: SamTrans #390 / 391, 3 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	Spanish
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	Junior: 15 to 17 years old; Senior: 18 and up
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	No
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	No