VolunTeen program at SSM Health now accepting applications

Teens learn about the healthcare field and are exposed to the many opportunities it has to offer

March 08, 2024 11:21 AM -

Mt. Vernon, IL – SSM Health in Southern Illinois has opened the application process for the summer VolunTeen program. The program is an entry-level volunteer program for high school students ages 15+ who want to learn about the healthcare field and be exposed to the many opportunities it has to offer. Students will be assigned to various areas within the hospital, both clinical and non-clinical, and assist team members in caring for patients and the community. Students will volunteer two to three days a week for 4-hour shifts during their summer break at the location that best fits the career interest indicated in their application.

VolunTeen participants have an opportunity from Rend Lake College to earn college credit and win one of two $500 scholarships through SSM Health. The program runs from June 3 through July 12, 2024.

Online applications must be completed by May 10, 2024, and can be found at ssmhealth.com/Illinois. For more information or to get a paper copy application contact SSM Health Human Resources at 618-899-1066 or email ronesha.pena1@ssmhealth.com.

About SSM Health Illinois

SSM Health Illinois is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving the comprehensive health needs of communities across southern Illinois through a robust and fully integrated health care delivery system. The organization’s 1,000 team members and more than 100 providers are committed to providing exceptional health care services and revealing God’s healing presence to everyone they serve.

With care delivery sites in Benton, Centralia, Mt. Vernon, Nashville, and Salem, SSM Health Illinois includes 2 hospitals, more than 43 physician offices and other outpatient and virtual care services, comprehensive home care and hospice services, and an intensive outpatient adult behavioral health program. It is one of the largest employers in every community it serves.

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