Volunteer
Covenant Children’s needs your help to make each patient’s
stay as positive as possible.Some volunteer positions involve interacting
with patients and families, while others involve critical behind-the-scenes
work. All roles are important. To learn how to get involved, click below.
Volunteer - Integrative Care
Arts in Medicine
Some artist volunteers who are musicians provide environmental music enrichment
through live music played in the hospital lobby. We occasionally have
a harpist who plays music specifically tailored for premature infants
on our neonatal intensive care unit.
This unique space provides a stage for children to perform original songs,
poems, stories, and other artistic expressions. In addition, the theater
provides a stage for small groups providing entertainment and performances
such as puppetry, music, and magic shows. The theater has the capability
to have events shown on closed-circuit TV to children unable to leave
their hospital room.
Artist Volunteer Application Information. Click here for information on
how to volunteer with our Art
Partnering Organizations:
- Texas Tech University
- Health Science Center
- South Plains College
- Lubbock Arts Alliance
If your organization is interested in developing a collaborative partnership, contact:
Christine Neugebauer, MS, MT-BC, LPC Administrator
Child & Family Integrative Care
Christine.neugebauer@stjoe.org
806-725-6756
If you are interested in supporting the AIM program at Covenant Children's,
please contact the Covenant Health Foundation and be sure to specify that
your donation is restricted for Arts in Medicine. Donations to Arts in
Medicine will be used for art supplies, musical instruments, art performances,
professional development, stipends, and special projects.
Emily Young, Philanthropic Initiatives Director
Covenant Health Foundation
Emily.Young@stjoe.org
806-725-6114
The Arts in Medicine program graciously acknowledges the generosity of
the following organizations for providing donations of music instruments
for use in music therapy and the recording studio:
Auxiliary Volunteer
Become a member of the Covenant Health System Auxiliary. You’ll join
hundreds of neighbors who share their time in pursuit of our Christian
mission of healing. Like volunteers throughout the Covenant system, you’ll
have the option of interacting with patients and families, or taking on
an important backstage role. Let us know if you have a special talent
and passion you would like to share.
To learn more, call
806.725.6075
Child Life Volunteer
Students
Practicum
Our Child Life practicum is a 15-week experience consisting of 10 hours
per week over two 5-hour days. Student will obtain at least 150 hours
of practicum experience through a variety of assignments and are expected
to be available for practicum during regular business hours. Certain rotations
may require the student to work some early mornings or evening. Our program
follows the Child Life Council recommended standards for a child life
practicum.
Applications are due and must be postmarked by:
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Sessions 2017
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Deadlines
- Monday, October 10th
- Monday, March 20th
Once the deadline has passed, all the applications will be reviewed and
you may be contacted for an interview.
Internship
We are not offering a Child Life internship at this time.
Fellowship
Our fellowship program is funded by the Spirit of Children’s foundation
and is contingent upon funds that are raised each year. Please review
our eligibility requirements and submit an application in its entirety.
Please review our requirements and submit an application in its entirety.
Contact Stacy Neblett at
806-725-6997 or
stacy.neblett1@stjoe.org for any questions about our student programs.
- Child Life Practicum Application
- Child Life Fellowship Application
- Community Visitor Application
Volunteers
Child Life volunteers play an important role and help to enhance the patient
and family experience.
As a Child Life volunteer, you can expect to:
- Assist with recreational activities and play opportunities both in playroom
spaces and at the bedside.
- Assist the department with clerical tasks such as cleaning and disinfecting
toys, stocking shelves, setting up for events, and distributing comfort items.
How To Become A Volunteer:
Adults (18+ years old)
Please review our guidelines and submit an application in its entirety.
Volunteer opportunities are offered year-round. We ask that volunteers
be willing to serve a minimum of two hours per week for a minimum of six
months. Additional service hours are always welcome and greatly appreciated
Teens (14-17 years old)
Junior volunteers should be willing to serve a minimum of four hours per
week for a minimum of six weeks during the summer. Please submit an application
in its entirety. Volunteer opportunities are offered during the summer
and winter break
We take four to six junior volunteers each summer. Application deadline
for summer volunteers is May 25.
For more information about our Child Life volunteer program please contact
Brittany Selph at
806-725-6992.
- Child Life Volunteer Application
- Junior Volunteer Application