Volunteer Opportunity Details:

The Junior Senior Buddy program is offered to children currently involved in our After-School Program. Children ages 5-10 have the opportunity to develop a special one-on-one relationship with an adult volunteer who share similar interests. Senior and Junior Buddies are matched for at least one year and spend 2-4 hours a week together. The day and time are left to the discretion of the Senior Buddy, Junior Buddy and their family. The goal of the program is to establish a meaningful bond through creative, nurturing and fun activities. Interview, references and criminal background check required of all volunteers. Training provided.

a 2 hour training is required

This opportunity is sponsored by: King Street Center

We need volunteers who are free at these times Weekly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Adults (55+) Volunteers will work with the following groups Adolescents (13-17) Children (5-12) This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Children & Youth Mentoring Services We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Mentoring

Contact Person: Gabriella Tufo Strouse, Volunteer Coordinator, (802) 862-6736 Ext. 105, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

P.O. Box 1615, 87 King St. Burlington, VT 05402

Details where opportunity can also be performed

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	Gabriella Tufo Strouse
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	No
Number of volunteers needed:
	Recruitment is on-going
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	2 - 4 hours a week
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	18
What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult?
	18
Is parking available?
	No
Is there a cost for parking?
	no
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	No
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	No
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Yes
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	No
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), References, Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI), Driver's License Verification
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 November 13, 2009