Planned Parenthood South Atlantic · 3 months ago
Ride Along Companion Volunteer
Roanoke, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New GradPlanned Parenthood South Atlantic is seeking a Ride Along Companion Volunteer to support patients accessing abortion care. This role involves providing practical support and compassionate connection to patients during vulnerable moments, helping to ensure they receive equitable healthcare and return home safely.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Stay within 30 minutes of the clinic during your on-call shift
When called, drive yourself to the Roanoke Health Center, where staff will introduce you to the patient you’ll be accompanying
Ride with the patient in an Uber Health from the clinic to their home or hotel
Provide reassurance and support during the ride—keeping an eye out for any complications and calling EMS if needed
Walk the patient safely to their door (without entering their residence)
Return to the clinic in the same Uber Health after the patient is settled
Qualification
Required
You are passionate about ensuring patients have access to inclusive, nonjudgmental healthcare, including abortion services
You believe in treating every person with compassion, respect, and dignity
You are available to volunteer for on-call shifts during the day and can respond reliably when needed
You enjoy connecting with and supporting people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences
You are able to remain calm, reassuring, and clear-headed in stressful or emotional situations
You are a good communicator who knows when to offer conversation, comfort, or quiet support
You are dependable, flexible, and committed to showing up for your community when patients need you most
You bring a friendly, approachable demeanor and a nonjudgmental attitude to every interaction
Company
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic
We are a trusted health care provider, an informed educator, a passionate advocate, and a global partner helping similar organizations around the world.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jenny Black
CEO and President
Karl Leveille
Chief Financial Officer
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