Volunteer

College Volunteer Program

Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas invites all college students, 18 years and older, to participate in our College Volunteer Program. In addition to making a difference in the community, students will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience through volunteering. College volunteers work in many exciting areas throughout the hospital. First-time volunteers are required to volunteer in one of our Hospitality Areas for the duration of the first semester of volunteer work. Returning volunteers are given the opportunity to experience volunteering in many other departments, including the ER, Nursing Units, Physical Therapy and many more. Please refer to the downloadable application to read specific job descriptions. No matter where you volunteer, you will be making an enormous impact on the families, patients and staff of Dell Children's Medical Center.

We are now accepting applications for the Spring 2009 Semester! Semester dates are as follows: January 19-May 15, 2009.

Although the deadline for the Spring 2009 Semester has passed, we are still accepting applications which will only be considered on a rolling basis through February. Please contact the Volunteer Office at 512-324-0161 after January 12th to obtain more information

Thank you for your interest in our program. We can't wait to meet you!

Requirements for College Volunteers:

• Submit your completed application packet (see below for details) by deadline for SPRING 2009 SEMESTER - December 19, 2008
• Commit to volunteer once a week for a 3-4 hour shift during the duration of the semester. (Spring Semester dates: January 19-May 15, 2009)
• Complete general hospital orientation with Volunteer Coordinator prior to volunteering. Date to be announced.
  • Consent to a criminal background check (CBC) provided by the Texas Department of Public Safety for a $5.00 fee. Please enclose fee with your application. Checks may be made payable to: DCMC Volunteer Services.
• Receive a yearly TB skin test provided through Seton Employee Health or your personal physician.
• Purchase a DCMC Volunteer shirt which can be purchased for $15 at the Volunteer Office. Checks may be made payable to: DCMC Volunteer Services.
• Purchase a SETON photo ID badge; the badge is issued by the Security Office and allows free parking on-site ($5 refundable deposit required)

Please include the following items in your application packet:

1. A completed application (download attached form)
2. Proof of immunizations for mumps, measles and rubella. (Your college or university Health Service Center can provide you with these records)
3. A letter of recommendation from a professor, coach, employer, supervisor or counselor/advisor. Recommendations must be written as a letter to the attention of the Dell Children's Medical Center Volunteer Department.
4. One of the following documents:
   • An unofficial transcript from the previous semester
   • A grade report
   • A class schedule for the upcoming semester
5. A $5 check (made out to DCMC) or money order to cover the cost of a Criminal Background Check.

We will not accept incomplete packets. We will, however, accept the letter of recommendation separately if necessary.

Please allow 10 business days for application to be processed.

Send packet addressed to:

Dell Children's Medical Center ATTN: Volunteer Services, 4900 Mueller Blvd., Austin, Texas 78723.

For more information about becoming a College Volunteer, contact the Volunteer Office at (512) 324-0161.