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Do I need any experience to volunteer?
No experience is necessary.
Is there a deadline to apply to become a volunteer?
Yes, we do have application deadlines for each semester for College and Junior volunteers.
How do I Apply?
All of our volunteer program applications are online. Please review each volunteer program and select the one that fits you best.
Where is the volunteer office located?
The office is located on the second floor, office #290, at 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752. When you arrive, enter through the front door and go up the stairs. We are located on the second floor, first hallway to the left at the end of the hall.
What if I’m not a U.S. citizen?
Please provide a current passport or VISA.
Do you accept court-ordered volunteering?
Please contact the Volunteer Program Manager at volunteer@austinpcc.org. Please click here to find a list of organizations that accept applications.
I want to work in one specific department, may I skip general training?
No. We require all new volunteers to go through an interview and general orientation prior to being placed into a specific department.
Are there set time frames to volunteer?
Yes, shifts are 8 AM-noon, noon-4 PM and 4-8 PM, five days a week.
Is there a uniform?
Yes, volunteers are provided a volunteer t-shirt and lanyard with a photo ID. We do ask volunteers to wear their shirt and lanyard with their photo ID for each shift.
What if I don’t have proof of MMR (measles, mumps and rubella immunization)?
You will need to visit your physician or health clinic to receive MMR blood titers.
What if I’ve had a TB test and the result was positive?
Provide proof of chest X-ray from physician or health clinic stating your results are clear.
What if I’ve already taken a TB test within the year?
Please provide us with documentation of results.
'I need to volunteer A.S.A.P. and less than 100 hours…,' 'I’m only in town for three months…'
At this time, we are unable to accommodate less than a four month commitment.
There aren’t any current opportunities I’m interested in, but I’d still like to volunteer.
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If you have additional questions, please contact PCC’s Volunteer Coordinator at 512-684-1719 or via email at volunteer@austinpcc.org.