ASOT Volunteer Service Requirements
Service learning is a unifying thread that links the Auerbach School of Occupational Therapy
with the greater mission of Spalding University. Spalding University’s mission emphasizes
service and the promotion of peace and justice through graduate and undergraduate studies.
Volunteer service is defined in ASOT as volunteer service hours that are beyond academic
course requirements. This emphasis on community volunteer hours emphasizes an ethic of
service and development of public-minded citizens. The community service hours are
completed individually; however, the Spalding University Student Occupational Therapy
Association has a significant role in organizing service projects.
Spalding University, including the Kosair Charities College of Health and Natural Sciences and
the Auerbach School of Occupational Therapy has a strong tradition of "learning by doing" that
encompasses service learning projects. Service learning is a method of teaching that combines
classroom instruction with meaningful community service. This form of learning emphasizes
critical thinking and personal reflection while encouraging a heightened sense of community,
civic engagement, and personal and professional accountability. As an entry-level OTD student, you need to track your volunteer service hours as a part of your academic curriculum. Please focus your smartphone on this QR code every time you are involved in volunteer activities.
Volunteer Hour Tracking
QR code:
https://forms.gle/LBis1DfLVSZgtSPX9
Requirements:
Students are required to have 10 hours of documented volunteer service hours throughout the entire program to be completed by graduation. Volunteer service hours are completed to meet the needs of the community. These volunteer service hours must be documented and then reviewed by the faculty Service Learning Advisor.
Areas that will count as volunteer service hours may include, but are not limited to:
Areas that are NOT counted as volunteer service hours include:
» Work completed with for-profit agencies
ASOT seeks to provide active learning experiences for its students that facilitate appreciation for service, critical thinking, and occupation-based reasoning in preparation for fieldwork and beyond. Before starting fieldwork, students are educated on blood-borne pathogens, infection control, HIPAA/HITECH, and body mechanics to keep themselves, their clients, and their work environments safe. These same principles are applicable to any volunteer experience.
Appreciating the nature of the community and health care environments, unforeseen incidents may occur despite preventative measures and education. In order to provide an accurate record of incidents, affiliating agencies have established policies and procedures that direct actions to be taken following the occurrence of reportable incidents.
The information below and the attached document contain the ASOT Incident Reporting Policy and Procedures that will be followed in addition to the affiliating agency’s policies and procedures should any student experience a reportable incident (accident, incident, or injury) while on fieldwork and/or during off-campus service learning experiences in the community.
Upon receipt of the written report, OTD Program Chair will notify the Dean of Students, as needed, in order to determine next steps.
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. - Benjamin Franklin
While in the community engaging in observational, service, or fieldwork learning experiences, students are encouraged to keep safety in mind for themselves, their clients, and the agencies. Below are some general tips to keep in mind for promoting safety and facilitating positive outcomes for all stakeholders. These tips are not all inclusive, and students are encouraged to research related topics and to discuss questions or concerns with faculty.
Keeping You Safe
Keeping the Client Safe
Keeping the Environment Safe
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