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Volunteers of America Oregon: Facilitate positive after school activities for middle school youth

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Youth Gambling Prevention (a program of Volunteers of America Oregon) is a community partner with Floyd Light Middle School’s SUN School’s (School’s Uniting Neighborhoods) after school program to disseminate gambling prevention strategies to youth through providing hands-on experiences and positive adult bonding.

Volunteers will play an integral role in facilitating activities for youth, building positive relationships and watching children grow. This is a great opportunity to gain skills in child development, teaching, and counseling. Sample activities include:

  1. Support staff by working one-on-one and in small groups of students to aid in the completion of provided activities – games and or art projects.
  2. Set up and break down activities for the day; assist in the implementation and creation of new projects.
  3. Co-lead field trips to local parks and other outdoor activities for our Kids at Home in the Wild (KaHW!) program.

Please read the time and commitment requirements carefully:

Three month commitment of a weekly shift on Mondays; with the exception of school/VOA Oregon closures.

Activities are from 3:45-5:05 P.M.
Volunteer for one or both of the terms offered below:

  • 01/09/17 – 03/20/17, Theme: DIY Art Projects
  • 04/17/17 – 06/12/17, Theme: KaHW! Outdoor Field Trips

Contact Information

Kelsey Stark, Volunteer Services Manager
kstark@voaor.org | 503-595-2009
voaor.org

About the Organization

Our Mission: To change lives by promoting self-determination, building strong communities and standing for social justice.