Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Volunteer Job Description:
• Provide direct support to on-site CHIPS staff during open Teen Center drop-in hours for middle school and high school youth. This may include assisting with snack, organizing/participating in structured activities, supervising/participating in informal activities and assisting with maintenance of the Teen Center space.
• Use effective and appropriate language and consistent, respectful discipline techniques to help youth follow the Code of Conduct and maintain appropriate behavior
• Report incidents/information of concern or instances of Code of Conduct violations immediately to CHIPS staff on-duty
• Provide a fun and safe environment for youth during open drop-in hours in the Teen Center

Benefits to Volunteer
• Obtain experience working with youth
• Develop positive, healthy relationships with youth in the community
• “Be a part of something real” and help make a difference in the community by providing a safe environment for youth to be themselves.
• It’s FUN! Play pool, ping pong, a board game, video games, share a talent/skill, do arts and crafts, and enjoy the energy and positivity of our youth!

Hours and Time
• Middle School Drop-In: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 3-6 PM
• The Essex Teen Center follows the CCSU school calendar and will be closed on days that CCSU doesn’t have school (including snow days)

Qualifications
• Middle School hours: Volunteer must be at least 15 years old
• High School hours: Volunteer must be at least 20 years old
• Meet with CHIPS staff and complete Volunteer Application/Interview and review Volunteer Handbook prior to beginning service
• Volunteer must undergo background check prior to beginning service
• No formal experience necessary

This volunteer will serve under the supervision of CHIPS staff on-duty during the after school program, and in collaboration with other CHIPS staff, volunteers, and youth committee members.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Essex CHIPS and Teen Center

We need volunteers who are free at these times Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Morning Afternoon X X X Evening Weekly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Small Group (2-5) Adults (55+) Unpaid Interns Community Service (School) Young Adults (18-25) Volunteers will work with the following groups Adolescents (13-17) Students This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Children & Youth Community Development Civic & Community Education & Technology

Contact Person: Raymond Coffey, Executive Director, (802) 878-6982, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

2 Lincoln Street Essex Jct., VT 05452 (See a map)

Directions:

Nearest Bus Stop: Essex Jct. Amtrak, 2 minute walk

Web Site: http://www.EssexCHIPS.org

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	CHIPS Staff
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	Yes
Number of volunteers needed:
	1-3 per day
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	30 minutes-3 hours/ per Teen Center day
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	15
Is parking available?
	yes
Is there a cost for parking?
	no
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	n/a
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	No
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Accessible with limitations
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	Yes
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI)
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	No
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden County

Last updated on August 25, 2009