UNPAID Pediatric Rehabilitation Volunteer (SPRING 2026)

Children's Rehabilitation Institute TeletonUSA • San Antonio, TX

28d

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 Spring Volunteer Program runs from February 2, 2026- April 24, 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 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 in any major with a demonstrated interest in health sciences or pediatric rehabilitation.

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: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed