UNPAID Pediatric Rehabilitation Volunteer

CRIT • San Antonio, TX

2d

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• Enrollment in an undergraduate program or recent graduate in any major with a demonstrated interest in health sciences or pediatric rehabilitation.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Interest in or experience with pediatric populations or rehabilitation settings.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow a consistent schedule and commit to a 12-week fall semester, with a minimum of 8 hours per week.
• 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.
• Selected applicants are subject to a background check and additional screening requirements prior to beginning their volunteer work.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree