Volunteer Position Description
3:20 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday throughout the school year
1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Wednesday throughout the school year
Play and interact with children in grades K-5 and assist with homework.
General Expectations
- Follow the dress code outlined in the procedures and expectations document
- Wear the nametag provided and sign in at designated area upon arrival
- Remain respectful and courteous to all staff, volunteers, children, and youth encountered
- Restrict the use of technological devices while volunteering unless pre-approved (i.e. iPod, camera)
- Avoid being alone with a child behind a closed door
Duties and Responsibilities
- Snack responsibilities:
- Help serve snack and beverage if needed
- Engage in conversation with children
- Encourage positive behavior and manners while eating and cleaning up
- Academic responsibilities:
- Use an indoor voice during academics
- Have homework be the #1 priority
- Encourage students to remain in their seats and stay focused on their tasks.
- Recess/play time responsibilities:
- Encourage positive play time with participants
- Encourage clean-up after play
- Perform other duties as requested
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Communication skills – listening, speaking clearly
- Ability to set and maintain boundaries with children
Behavioral Expectations
- Represent CFUM positively, courteously and effectively
- Build positive internal and external relationships
- Adhere to the CFUM values
- Maintain confidentiality regarding participant and program information at all times
Last Update
August 2014
Reports to (title)
Haven Program Director: Janelle Mueller
Haven Program Assistants: Jackie Myers, Charles Thomas
Social Media Policy
Please refer to the Social Media Policy handout or a CFUM staff member in regards to questions dealing with social media (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, FourSquare, etc.)
Screening
All volunteers are required to complete a Volunteer Screening Form before volunteering at CFUM.