Volunteer at Stephenson Cancer Center

Compassion Ambassador Program

At OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, we put patients first. Our dedicated clinical teams provide cutting-edge cancer treatments close to home to help reduce the burden of cancer in our state. Compassion Ambassadors serve in a variety of roles to provide comfort to patients in what can be the most challenging time of their lives. When we can nurture the patient and satisfy their simplest needs, they can turn their focus to the fight of their lives. Join the fight! You can help reduce their burden by giving your time and talents. Become a part of a diverse group of Compassion Ambassadors who enhance the patient experience.

Compassion Ambassador Placement Opportunities

Activity Ambassador
Show compassion and calm patients and caregivers by providing activities to busy the mind. Organize activity bags, stock the activity cart and tour the center to see faces light up as you deliver activities to brighten someone’s day. If you have a talent for creating connections, this opportunity is for you.

Nourishment Ambassador
Nourishment is an essential need for the body to continue the fight. Provide nourishment and support to patients as they receive lifesaving treatments in our infusion center or throughout the cancer center to patients and caregivers on their journey. If you have a passion for hospitality, this opportunity is for you.

Welcome Ambassador
Be the first smile they see and the voice of welcome. Provide information, wayfinding and resources to patients and caregivers in person and on the phone as they navigate this difficult time. Organize and stock welcome and resource packets. Provide patients and staff with essential support. If you have a passion for customer service, this is a great opportunity for you.

Encouragement Ambassador
Interact one-on-one with patients, give caregivers a break or encourage a patient who is navigating the journey alone. Write and distribute notes of encouragement to patients and staff. Engage with patients & caregivers in crafts, games, reading or conversation to ease their minds. If you are compassionate, empathetic, and seeking one-on-one interaction this is the opportunity for you.

Employee Ambassador
If you are an employee of OU Health Sciences Center and have a passion to serve our community, we offer flexible opportunities for you to volunteer in person during the workday for as little as 1 hour at a time. If you are interested in becoming a Compassion Ambassador, please obtain your supervisor’s consent before applying.

Group Ambassadors
Do you have a team, school, or group that wants to support our mission? Find out how you can make an impact.

Ambassador at Home
Find flexible and remote opportunities that work for your schedule while supporting someone in their cancer journey. Opportunities can include donating supplies, purchasing essentials from our Amazon Wishlist, hosting supply drives, and even knitting blankets or hats. Each gift can make a difference. If you have a desire to serve our community but are not able to contribute in person, this opportunity is for you. Contact us for more information about how you can contribute.

Compassion Ambassadors Requirements

Must be:

• 18 years of age or older
• Committed to delivering patient-centered compassionate care
• Willing to uphold the mission, vision and values of the Cancer Center
• Dedicated to service and to putting others first

You also must successfully fulfill these requirements:

• Commit to at least two (2) hours of service each week for six (6) months
• Pass a background check
• Clear a drug screen
• Schedule an employee health appointment to review vaccinations
• Complete our New Volunteer Orientation and Training session(s)
• Purchase and wear Compassion Ambassador Polo (one-time, $25 fee)