Kingswood Youth Center
Volunteer Position Description
Title: Afterschool Program/Beyond the After School (BTAS) Volunteer
Major objective: To provide programs to youth 12-18, which support the mission and core values of the Kingswood Youth Center (KYC).
Job Requirements
- Complete a criminal background check form to be submitted by KYC with the state of NH.
- Be at least 21 years of age. Junior volunteers ages 18-20 (excluding current high school students) may be considered at the discretion of the Executive Director.
- Possess a commitment to be a responsible, compassionate, accountable, and respectful mentor to diverse youth ages 12-18.
- Commit to interfacing with teens in a fashion that is age appropriate, consistent with the KYC’s mission and core values, and be respectful to members’ diversity of backgrounds and life circumstances.
Required Responsibilities:
- When scheduled, support programs by acting as a responsible adult presence and as a program facilitator/assistant.
- Supervise members during indoor and outdoor time.
- Chaperone field trips when available.
- Enforce the ‘House Rules;’ bring major behavior issues to the attention of the Program Director or the Teen Director.
- Help to ensure that the center and property are kept safe and tidy.
- Report volunteer schedule changes to the Program Director.
- Bring any concerns about members to the attention of the staff.
- All adults working with youth are ‘mandated reporters.’ Any suspected cases of child abuse and/or neglect must be reported to the KYC staff to follow up with the Department for Youth, Children, and Families (DCYF).
Optional Responsibilities:
- Plan and lead programs after seeking approval and support from the Program Director or the Teen Director.
- Assist in serving and preparing food and/or with kitchen tasks, such as washing dishes.
- Assist in cleaning the center following programs.
Physical Requirements: Varied. Some programs such as hikes and athletic activities have specific physical requirements. Please inform staff of any limitations or necessary accommodations.
Time Commitment: Approximately 2.5 hours per visit. Varied for BTAS.
Training and Orientation:
- Ongoing ‘on the job’ orientation and training.
Kingswood Youth Center
Volunteer Position Description
Title: Fundraising Volunteer
Major objective: Support the youth center’s fundraising goals by assisting with fundraising events and/or the annual mailing
Job Requirements
- If working directly with members, complete a criminal background check to be submitted with the state of NH.
- Be at least 21 years of age. Junior volunteers ages 18-20 may be considered at the discretion of the Executive Director. Current KYC members may support fundraising goals under the supervision of the Teen Director and/or the Program Director and with permission from their parent or legal guardian.
- Represent the Kingswood Youth Center (KYC) in a way that is professional, and consistent with the KYC’s mission and core values.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation and operation of fundraising events as directed by the staff.
- Assist in activities pertaining to the annual mailing.
Physical Requirements: Dependent upon project selected. Please inform staff of any limitations or necessary accommodations.
Time Commitment: Dependent upon project selected. Please arrange and appropriate schedule with the fundraising staff.
Training and Orientation: Ongoing ‘on the job’ orientation and training.