UNPAID Pediatric Rehabilitation Volunteer

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:   
The Pediatric Rehabilitation Volunteer will support therapy services under the 
supervision of licensed therapists/clinicians. This volunteer program is designed to 
provide exposure to pediatric rehabilitation while integrating academic knowledge with 
practical experience. Volunteers will observe and assist in a multidisciplinary setting, 
contributing to both patient care support and behind-the-scenes operations, while 
gaining observation hours in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language 
Pathology, and Recreational Therapy. 

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM STRUCTURE:  
• The Rehabilitation Volunteer Program is designed to correspond with academic 
calendars and accommodate students’ educational commitments. 
• The Fall Volunteer Program runs from August 31, 2026 to November 20, 2026 
(12 weeks total), with a minimum commitment of 8 hours per week, totaling 96 
hours. 
• Rehabilitation Volunteers will follow a consistent weekly schedule to support 
continuity for both the volunteers and the therapy team; this schedule will be 
determined in alignment with business needs but will also align with the 
student’s academic class schedule for that semester. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   
1. Assist licensed therapists/clinicians during therapy sessions through observation 
and supervised support tasks.  
2. Help with the preparation and clean-up of therapy equipment and materials 
used in sessions. 
3. Provide support to multiple departments, including physical, occupational, and 
speech therapy, assistive technology, and recreational therapy. 
4. Engage positively with patients and families while maintaining professional 
boundaries and referring clinical questions to licensed staff.  
5. Assist with clerical duties such as organizing therapy materials, printing 
educational handouts, and maintaining documentation systems.  
6. Participate in learning opportunities such as case reviews, staff meetings, and 
training sessions as appropriate.  
7. Maintain patient confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines and CRIT policy.  
8. Exhibit professional behavior, effective communication skills, and teamwork at 
all times. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  
1. Observe and understand the day-to-day operations of a pediatric rehabilitation 
facility, including interdisciplinary teamwork and patient-centered care delivery. 
2. Gain foundational knowledge of therapeutic disciplines including Physical 
Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Assistive 
Technology, and Recreational Therapy through structured observation and staff 
interactions. 
3. Apply academic concepts from coursework in real-world settings by participating 
in supervised non-clinical tasks that support therapy sessions and patient care 
logistics. 
4. Develop professional communication and collaboration skills by interacting with 
therapists, technicians, and families in a pediatric healthcare environment. 
5. Strengthen organizational and administrative skills through supporting tasks such 
as preparing therapy materials, assisting with equipment setup and cleanup, and 
clerical duties. 
6. Participate in guided learning opportunities including clinician Q&A sessions, 
team meetings, and informal case discussions to enhance understanding of 
clinical reasoning, human development, disease processes, and therapeutic 
planning. 
7. Reflect on professional interests and career goals through direct exposure to 
therapy-related roles and responsibilities in pediatric rehabilitation. 

VOLUNTEER SPECIFICATIONS:  
A. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:  
1. Enrollment in an undergraduate program or recent graduate in any major with a 
demonstrated interest in health sciences or pediatric rehabilitation. 
2. Minimum GPA of 3.0. 
3. Interest in or experience with pediatric populations or rehabilitation settings. 
4. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. 
5. Ability to follow a consistent schedule and commit to a 12-week fall semester, 
with a minimum of 8 hours per week. 

B. ATTITUDES:  
1. We love who we serve 
2. We forge a culture of justice, rights and inclusion 
3. We are faithful to our mission 
4. We are responsible and live our work with passion 
5. We generate creative ideas and put them into practice 
6. We are resourceful and committed to sustainability in all our actions 
7. We are generous, committed to transforming the lives of the families we serve 
regardless of their insurance or ability to pay 

C. QUALIFICATIONS:  
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: 
1. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or recently graduated from 
an undergraduate program with any major with a demonstrated interest in 
health sciences or pediatric rehabilitation. 

D. GENERAL INFORMATION:  
1. Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.  
2. Selected applicants are subject to a background check and additional screening 
requirements prior to beginning their volunteer work.