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HSS Rehabilitation Volunteer Program

Volunteer experiences in HSS Rehabilitation and Performance include outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Please be aware that we do not offer inpatient acute care experiences. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Check the specific requirement of any schools to which you may be applying. 

Outpatient volunteer areas:

  • NYC:  Manhattan and Brooklyn
  • Uniondale, Long Island
  • White Plains, NY
  • Paramus, NJ

Responsibilities and opportunities:

  • Prepare and store exercise equipment 
  • Prepare towels and pillowcases and restock supplies 
  • Assist in keeping treatment areas clean and free of clutter 
  • Assist in clerical support as requested 
  • Assist rehabilitation technicians, therapists, and clerical staff as requested 

Qualifications:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills  
  • Self-motivated 
  • Able to stand for long periods and lift light equipment  

If you are interested being a volunteer at HSS Rehabilitation and Performance, please complete this form It takes approximately 4-6 weeks from the time an application is received to when volunteering can begin. The process includes a mandatory orientation session and physical assessment at Occupational Health.