Description:
Adults or College Students are needed to assist with a Camp FIre USA Club for Children living in a high Density Appartment Complex in Greenbelt Maryland. The volunteers will deliver Camp Fire USA club program on a weekly basis to children ages 5-17. The program will include activities in the arts, out of doors, leadership, self-reliance, sports and games, nature, cooking and much more. Youth will be divided into small groups based on age and program level. More information on our programs can be found at www.campfireusa-patuxent.org
These adults build a relationship with the children and as such reliablity is a very important component of the volunteer committment.
Training will be provided to all volunteers
When
Duration:
Ongoing
Dates:
Jun 01, 2009 -
Jun 30, 2010
Time of Day:
Afternoon
,
Evening
Week Day(s):
Tue
Wed
Fri
Hours Needed:
3
,
Flexible
(per session)
Time Details:
Date and time will vary depending on the age group being served. The time committment including setup and cleanup will be about 3 hours per week. Training is required. Tuesday program is from 6:30-8:30, Wed Program is 3-5. Friday Program is 4-6
Must have reliable transportation--SIte on a Bus route
Must committ to work for duration of the program 9 months
Must complete training
Must complete a background check and application process
Must be good with children
Will be supervised by CAmp Fire USA staff.
Volunteer Options:
Minimum Age Requirements:
From 15 to 18
,
Over 18
Interest & Skill Area
Education
Career Development
Classroom Aide
Computer Literacy
English Language Instruction
Field Trip Aide
Job Coach/Career Development
Library Assistant
Literacy
Reading Encouragement
Student Dropout Prevention
Teaching/Instruction
Tutoring
Environment
Debris Removal
Environmental Protection/Advocacy
Graffiti Removal
Hazardous Materials Cleanup
Land Conservancy
Litter Cleanup
Nature Trail
Recycling
Stream Cleanup/Water Conservation
Tree Planting
Family Services Related
Abuse Support
Child Abuse
Domestic Violence
Elder Abuse
Adoption Support
Chaperoning
Child Care
Companionship
Conversation Partner
Friendly Telephoning
Home Visit
Errand Running/Shopping
Foster Parenting Support
Hairdressing/Nail Care
Mentoring Services
Parenting Support
Personal Finances/Tax Assistance
Refugee Resettlement
Sexual Assault
Recreational Activities/Sports
Camp Counselor
Coaching
Crafts
Exercise/Fitness Leader
Playground Aide
Recreational Activities
Sports Officiating
Swimming Instructor
Troop/Youth Club Leader
Population(s) Served
Families
Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender
Ethnic Groups
Immigrants/Refugees
Low Income/Public Assistance Recipients
Racial Groups
Mobility Disabilities
Learning Disabilities
Cognitive Disabilities
Infants/Toddlers
Children
Adolescents
Young Adults
Adults
Older Adults
Social Issue(s) Addressed
Arts/Culture
Disaster/Emergency
Education
Employment/Work
Environment
Homelessness
Literacy
Recreation
Youth Development
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