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MaineHealth

Geriatrician

Portland, ME · On-site

$250K/yr

This includes participating in the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), which has been present at Maine Medical Center for over 20 years and has carried the Site of Excellence designation for over 10 ...

MaineHealth

Geriatrician

Portland, ME

$250K/yr

This includes participating in the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), which has been present at Maine Medical Center for over 20 years and has carried the Site of Excellence designation for over 10 ...

MaineHealth

Geriatric Medicine Physician

Portland, ME

$250K/yr

This includes participating in the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), which has been present at Maine Medical Center for over 20 years and has carried the Site of Excellence designation for over 10 ...

MaineHealth

Inpatient Geriatrician

Portland, ME · On-site

$125K/yr

This includes participating in the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), which has been present at Maine Medical Center for over 20 years and has carried the Site of Excellence designation for over 10 ...

Maine Medical Center

Inpatient Geriatrician

Portland, ME · On-site

$125K/yr

This includes participating in the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), which has been present at Maine Medical Center for over 20 years and has carried the Site of Excellence designation for over 10 ...

Maine Medical Center

Inpatient Geriatrician

Portland, ME · On-site

$125K/yr

This includes participating in the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), which has been present at Maine Medical Center for over 20 years and has carried the Site of Excellence designation for over 10 ...

Hurley Medical Center

Volunteer

Flint, MI · On-site

... Clinics, Elder Life Program. * Gain hands-on experience if you're interested in a medical career-perfect for high school or college students. * Support hospital departments like Food FARMacy ...

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How much do hospital elder life program jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital elder life program in the United States is $45,721.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $47,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP)?

The Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) is a comprehensive, evidence-based program designed to prevent delirium and functional decline in hospitalized older adults. It involves a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, physicians, and trained volunteers, who implement targeted interventions to address risk factors such as immobility, sleep deprivation, dehydration, and cognitive impairment. The goal of HELP is to improve outcomes for elderly patients by maintaining their cognitive and physical functioning during hospital stays. This program has been widely adopted in hospitals to enhance the quality of care for older patients.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for a Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) coordinator?

As a Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) coordinator, your daily responsibilities include overseeing the implementation of interventions designed to prevent delirium and functional decline in hospitalized older adults. You will train and supervise volunteers, collaborate closely with nursing and interdisciplinary teams, and conduct patient assessments to identify risk factors. The role also involves frequent communication with families and care providers, as well as monitoring program outcomes to ensure high-quality care. Adaptability and strong organizational skills are essential, as you’ll often balance multiple tasks in a busy hospital environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) coordinator?

To thrive as a Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) Coordinator, you need a background in nursing, social work, or gerontology, with experience in elderly patient care and program management. Familiarity with electronic health records, patient assessment tools, and HELP-specific protocols is typically required. Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills are crucial for training volunteers and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure effective implementation of interventions that reduce delirium and improve outcomes for hospitalized older adults.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Elder Life Program job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,721 per year, or $22 per hour.

HELP Program College Volunteer-GMC Danville

Geisinger Health

Danville, PA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Geisinger Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 444 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

457th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Location:
Geisinger Medical Center (GMC)
Worker Type:
Volunteer
Volunteer Responsibilities:
-HELP (Hospital Elder Life Program) participants are college student volunteers serving to acquire experience in an inpatient setting, no academic credits are provided
-HELP volunteers must be college students, age 18 or older, who are actively enrolled in an academic pre-med or clinical studies program with a college or university.
-HELP volunteers participate in direct patient interaction and receive training that enables appropriate, low-risk service
-HELP volunteer service is supervised by a clinical team including physicians, advanced practitioners, and nurse leaders
-Participation in the HELP Program requires a minimum of 4 hours a week for a minimum of 100 total hours of service for at least two semesters
-Orientations for this program are offered 3x a year in September, Dec/Jan and May for Fall, Spring & Summer semesters. ALL onboarding requirements must be completed at least 4 weeks prior to orientation date
Volunteers represent Geisinger and assist in serving our patients, guests/families, and community; each individual will fulfill a specific role(s) based upon assignment. The support provided by this role will enhance the patient experience and support the work of Geisinger employees.
Volunteers represent Geisinger and assist in serving our patients, guests/families, and community; each individual will fulfill a specific role(s) based upon assignment. The support provided by this role will enhance the patient experience and support the work of Geisinger employees
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
  • KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
  • EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
  • LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
  • INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
  • SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family

Geisinger volunteers serve our patients, their families and our communities with passion and kindness. Our volunteers enhance the patient experience by supporting staff and employees so that we can deliver the highest quality care to our visitors, our patients and their families.
Everyone has unique and personal reasons for sharing their time, talent and skills through volunteering. We strive to make sure all our volunteers have a meaningful experience while being of service to others through our programs.

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