Student Volunteer Programs at Mary Free Bed
College Students
Volunteering
Observation
High School Students
Career Seminar
Volunteering - College Students
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital has a limited number of volunteer positions for college students pursuing degrees in physical therapy or occupational therapy. Students will have the opportunity to observe therapists and maintain the cleanliness of therapy areas. Student volunteers can observe professionals in the following areas: inpatient adult, outpatient pediatrics, and the Biofeedback Program.
Things to Know
College students must be able to commit to at least one 12-week session.
College students must be able to commit to one shift per week.
Evening and weekend positions are not available in therapy areas.
Volunteers are not assigned one-to-one to a therapist.
Reference letter and graduate school form completion is not considered unless a student has finished two consecutive volunteer sessions. While Mary Free Bed staff isn't obligated to complete graduate forms or write reference letters, the appropriate hospital staff member will happily complete these documents should a student's efforts warrant. It's the student's obligation to let the therapists know they are interested in having letters and/or forms completed.
Volunteer Sessions - College Students
Fall Session - September 15, 2008 - December 5, 2008 (CLOSED)
Winter Session - January 12, 2009 - April 17, 2009
Summer Session - May 18, 2009 - August 21, 2009
Please e-mail your name and area of interest to volunteer@maryfreebed.com and your name will be added to our waiting list.
Observation - College Students
The Observation Program was created for college students interested in critical shortage careers, which include registered nursing, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology. Students are able to observe professionals in these areas for up to 16 hours; observation is arranged at the availability of hospital staff. Students must give a minimum three weeks notice.
Career Seminar - High School Students
Mary Free Bed's Career Seminar Program is designed for high school students interested in health care. MFB offers a Career Seminar every other month. Short presentations are given by a physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, and a nurse. Students can expect to receive information on schooling requirements, potential salary expectations, and a typical day’s routine. Job shadowing opportunities are then available to students. These opportunities are offered on a limited basis and students must attend a Career Seminar before signing up for job shadowing opportunities.
Career Seminars Dates
October 9, 2008
December 11, 2008
February 12, 2009
April 16, 2009
All seminars are held 3:00-5:00 pm in the Board Room in the Mary Free Bed Inpatient Building (directions).
For more Career Seminar information or to reserve a spot, call Mary Free Bed's Volunteer Services at 616.242.0498 or email volunteer@maryfreebed.com.