Discipline:

BIO, NCE, NUR, SOC, SWU, COM

Description of Agency Function:

Provide full scope maternity services for low risk women desiring home birth.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Motivation, people skills, judgment

Responsibilities:

Attend prenatal visits, births, postnatal visits, assist midwife, paperwork

Special conditions or requirements:

Need to be available to be on call for births 7 days/wk, 24 hrs day

Agency hours of operation:

Varies

Orientation and training by agency:

Observation of my working - (shadowing)

Discipline:

COM, GEN, NUR

Description of Agency Function:

ABIL offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with disabilities to take personal responsibility so they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Peer Mentor Volunteer: Good Interpersonal communication skills, achieved positive adaptation to living with a disability; or has knowledge of skills vital to independence: i.e., knows how to use public transportation system, or Attendant management, or household management.

Responsibilities:

Meet with disabled persons one-on-one or phone to provide peer support. Attend orientation meetings at Rehabilitation Centers. May teach Independent Living Skills, i.e., budgeting, cooking, use of public transportation.

Special conditions or requirements:

ABIL provides orientation training to all Peer Mentor Volunteers.

Agency hours of operation:

To be arranged between student with center and consumer match.2 hour minimum commitment

Orientation and training by agency:

20 hour orientation training to introduce student to ABIL programs, Independent Living Philosophy, Community resources and peer counseling skills.

Discipline:

GEN, RDG

Description of Agency Function:

ABIL offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with disabilities to take personal responsibility so they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Reader: Excellent reading skills and pronunciation. Friendly and positive attitude.

Responsibilities:

Special conditions or requirements:

ABIL provides orientation training to all Peer Mentor Volunteers.

Agency hours of operation:

To be arranged between student with the student and Denise Thompson (256-2154 ext 32) who is the staff person needing a volunteer to read for her.2 hour minimum commitment, 2 days per week.

Orientation and training by agency:

20 hour orientation training to introduce student to ABIL programs, Independent Living Philosophy, Community resources and peer counseling skills.

Discipline:

COM, PSY, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

ABIL offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with disabilities to take personal responsibility so they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Information & Referral Assistant: Summary of Position: Respond to Information & Referral requests at ABIL. Excellent telephone skills. Skill in ascertaining caller needs; empathetic listener. Well organized - able to keep accurate records on requests and their resolution. Attain understanding of and consistently use the appropriate language consistent with Independent Living Philosophy. Typing and computer data base experience helpful.

Responsibilities:

Serve as phone contact for information & referral requests. Research information request using computer data base and other resources. Document requests in computer data base. Other duties as assigned.

Special conditions or requirements:

ABIL provides orientation training to all Peer Mentor Volunteers.

Agency hours of operation:

Available 1 -2 times per week, afternoons, 3 - 4 hours per day.

Orientation and training by agency:

20 hour orientation training to introduce student to ABIL programs, Independent Living Philosophy, Community resources and peer counseling skills.

Discipline:

BPC, CIS, GEN, OAS

Description of Agency Function:

ABIL offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with disabilities to take personal responsibility so they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Program Aide: Summary of Position: General office assistance in the Personal Assistant Services (PAS) program. General office skills. General knowledge of computer data entry (will train in specific data base). Ability to type 30 words per minute. Very detailed oriented and self starter.

Responsibilities:

Serve as phone contact for information & referral requests. Research information request using computer data base and other resources. Document requests in computer data base. Other duties as assigned.

Special conditions or requirements:

ABIL provides orientation training to all Peer Mentor Volunteers.

Agency hours of operation:

Firm commitment to volunteer 2 - 3 times per week for 6 - 8 hours per day, or commitment to volunteer 4 - 5 times per week for 3 - 4 hours per day.

Orientation and training by agency:

20 hour orientation training to introduce student to ABIL programs, Independent Living Philosophy, Community resources and peer counseling skills.

Discipline:

BPC, CIS, GEN, OAS

Description of Agency Function:

ABIL offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with disabilities to take personal responsibility so they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community.

Qualifications and skills desired::

General Office Assistant: Summary of Position: General clerical assistance to all program areas. General office skills. General knowledge of computer data entry (will train in specific data base). Ability to type 30 words per minute.

Responsibilities:

Filing, duplicating, assembling training packets, light typing, data entry, other duties as assigned.

Special conditions or requirements:

ABIL provides orientation training to all Peer Mentor Volunteers.

Agency hours of operation:

Commitment to volunteer 1- 2 days per week for 4 - 6 hours.

Orientation and training by agency:

20 hour orientation training to introduce student to ABIL programs, Independent Living Philosophy, Community resources and peer counseling skills.

Discipline:

ART, EDU, CIS, COM, ENG, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

Ours is a "grassroots" movement connected to MCC, Mesa United Way, and several citizen action groups. We support and coordinate each others' activities and efforts to create a better community and state.

Qualifications and skills desired::

1. extensive experience with Macintosh2. interest in or experience in graphic arts3. personable, able to work with and instruct others

Responsibilities:

1. create a clip art/graphic arts file including scanned photos2. instruct small groups on clip art, flier and newsletter production3. assist on various projects involving fliers, newsleters, etc.

Special conditions or requirements:

generally between 8-5 M-F with occasional Saturday morning

Agency hours of operation:

Orientation and training by agency:

intro photo scanningbasic office skills

Discipline:

CIS, COM, CPD, EDU, ENG, PSY, RDG, REC, SOC, SPA, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

An elementary school, grades K-6.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Patience; works well with grade school-age children; love of learning; basic reading, writing, and math skills; basic computer knowledge; organization skills.

Responsibilities:

Tutoring special education students; Family Tree Project/Adult Literacy-tutoring adults; ESL programs; assist students in Macintosh lab; organize and supervise games at lunch/recess; classroom tutors/aides.

Special conditions or requirements:

Students MUST apply through Mesa Public Schools District office. Contact Gail McCann, tel. 898-7773.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Family Tree/Adult Literacy-M-Th, 8 to 12. Game supervisor-M-F, 10 to 1:30.

Orientation and training by agency:

Training provided as needed and depending on duties.

Discipline:

ASB

Description of Agency Function:

The Ak-Chin Him-Dak functions as a cultural center for the Ak-Chin Indian Community. It serves as a place to display and store artifacts, tribal archives, language training, and other things related to heritage preservation for the community.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Ability to write letters of inquiry regarding research potentials. Ability to research library or archives materials. Ability to work well with the staff and follow directions

Responsibilities:

Contact places that potentially hold archival or artifactual materials. Research those places with potential to see if there are records relative to the Ak-Chin Indian Community. Compile records of materials that seem appropriate for further study.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Monday-Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm. Work not required to be performed at the Him-Dak.

Orientation and training by agency:

Review of basic info that is currently held in the Him-Dak and review of past research efforts. The intern will be shown the archives and storage facilities and will be given an overview of progress on oral history and archives/artifacts storage.

Discipline:

Description of Agency Function:

One-on-one volunteer tutoring program focusing on elementaray school age kids who are having a hard time mastering basic reading skills.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Responsibilities:

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Orientation and training by agency:

Discipline:

COM, NCE, POS, PSY, SWU, SOC

Description of Agency Function:

The Alzheimer's Association Greater Phoenix Chapter is a private, non-profit, voluntary health agency dedicated to serving the estimated 25,000 Maricopa County families affected by Alzheimer's Disease.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Desire to work in gerontology field; ability to interact with others in a multidisciplinary professional environment. Ability to interact with all types of local media.

Responsibilities:

Community resource referral (helpline); family assistance (in office, homes and long term care facilities); variety of program involvement. Interaction involves issues ranging from public education and information to public policy to fund raising. Involvement in key issues affecting our membership.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some evenings or weekends for special workshops and training.

Orientation and training by agency:

Overview of policies related to agency and long term care. Direct practice opportunities with individuals and families. Opportunities for community involvement unlimited.

Discipline:

ACC, COM, ENG, GBS

Description of Agency Function:

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service. We provide educational programs to schools and organizations and services to cancer patients and their families.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Public relations; writing ability/Journalism, well organized. Man 800# telephone information line - bilingual needed. Distribution - be able to lift 25 lbs., general knowledge of warehouse. Bulk mailing abilities, organizational skills; bilingual desired but not required; excellent communication skills; time availability on weekends for special events.

Responsibilities:

Assist with public relations function to special events; assist with writing and editing of newsletter; help out with events, as needed; answer calls and give info and referrals; assist director of operations in distribution center; assist volunteer coordinator in volunteer room put out bulk mailing of educational material. Assist on the day of the special event in total operation.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Orientation and training by agency:

Overview American Cancer Society, work with supervisor on various tasks

Discipline:

COM, ENG, GBS, HIS

Description of Agency Function:

Veterans organization composed of approximately 575 former fighter pilots who achieved five or more victories in aerial combat. Headquarters handles membership program, correspondence, and fundraising.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Basic knowledge/interest in military aviation history; rudimentary typing ability; willing worker.

Responsibilities:

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

8 am to 5 pm, Monday - Friday, weekends by appointment.

Orientation and training by agency:

Discipline:

BPC, CIS, COM, ENG, GBS, SOC

Description of Agency Function:

To promote non-polluting renewable resources, especially hydrogen fuel made from solar energy, and to encourage economic prosperity without pollution including a solar-hydrogen pavilion at Super Bowl XXX and the Arcosanti Project using solar energy.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Interviewing, analyzing, and writing skills needed; ability to plot statistics; willing to learn new information; marketing and public relations skills; computer skills; graphic arts.

Responsibilities:

Fundraising; event planning and scheduling; creating brochures and banners for advertising purposes; computer layouts using graphics and Internet.

Special conditions or requirements:

Need own transportation. Also must be honest, prompt, and prepared.

Agency hours of operation:

Open to student's schedule, usually day and early evening hours.

Orientation and training by agency:

On-going during entire internship.

Discipline:

COM, CPD, EDU, GBS, NCE, PSY, SOC, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

Provides disaster relief, health and safety education, service to military families, transportation services, and international tracing using trained volunteers.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Impartiality; willingness to learn; desire to help people in need.

Responsibilities:

Varies by program. Some examples are transportation of elders and children to appointments, administrative help in offices, instruct health and safety courses, provide social service casework, and serve as part of a disaster relief team for local emergencies. In a disaster relief team, hours may prove difficult to fulfill due to the emergency nature of the work.

Special conditions or requirements:

Some programs require volunteers to be 18 years of age or older; most programs require a steady commitment of 3-4 hours per week.

Agency hours of operation:

8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday, but varies by program. Some include evenings and weekends.

Orientation and training by agency:

A general orientation is given to all volunteers. Additional training varies by program.

Discipline:

ACC, GBS, SWU, SOC

Description of Agency Function:

Andre House serves the poor and homeless with a variety of basic services. We strive to serve people in a personal dignified way and to promote understanding between the people we serve and people within the wider community. We sponsor a food service, clothing bank, guest house and an affiliated employment service.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Ability to work with a variety of people: homeless & poor, volunteers, etc.; Ability to communicate with others and work collaboratively; Ability to adjust to stressful situations.

Responsibilities:

Work with Andre House staff to welcome clients and supervise activity; Work with director to develop specific areas of responsibility; Communicate with director and staff.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Clothing Bank: Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m.. to 11:30 a.m..; Food Service: 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. everyday but Friday; Guest Houses: Open 24 hours volunteer needs vary.

Orientation and training by agency:

We will train people one on one with staff person. For the first few sessions new volunteers will work with a staff person, gradually assuming responsibility.

Discipline:

COM, CIS, SWU, SOC, EDU, GBS

Description of Agency Function:

Using a network of residents and professionals, we identify needs and develop programs through theme teams addressing Health, Education, Emotional Wellness, and Economics. We encourage self-sufficiency in these areas, raising area leaders to train future leaders. Our strong volunteer foundation that operates as a cooperative effort compliments the city and state neighborhood initiatives.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Excellent computer skills, communication skills, public relations, general office and clerical skills.

Responsibilities:

Create and maintain a database, good public relations, ability to follow through.

Special conditions or requirements:

100 hours minimum commitmentProgram runs year around

Agency hours of operation:

Varies/ regular office hours

Orientation and training by agency:

Goal setting, prevention and intervention training, how to connect people with special services.

Discipline:

CPD, PSY

Description of Agency Function:

To provide competency-based training to youth to allow them the opportunity to achieve long term self-sufficiency.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Desire to work with youth; Good work habits; Time management and organization skills; Good written/oral communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Interface with youth and guide them to appropriate employment opportunities; Develop contact with private sector employers; Compile and report data on activities.

Special conditions or requirements:

Must be willing to be fingerprinted and submit to a background investigation; Must have a home phone.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday thru Friday 8:00 - 5:00. Volunteers are needed Monday thru Friday 2:00 - 5:00 (These days and times are flexible).

Orientation and training by agency:

Orientation to policy and procedures of Arizona CALL-A-TEEN; Orientation to local office assignment; Overview of Phoenix Job Market and Job Development Techniques.

Discipline:

CPD, EDU, PSY, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

To provide competency-based training to youth to allow them the opportunity to achieve long term self-sufficiency.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Desire to work with youth; Good work habits; Time management and organization skills; Good written/oral communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate competency based, individualized training in areas related to seeking employment; Assist instructors in providing activity-oriented small group in life skills; Provide feedback to other staff on youth's progress and readiness for additional training.

Special conditions or requirements:

Must be willing to be fingerprinted and submit to a background investigation. Must have a home phone.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday thru Friday 9:00 - 6:00. Volunteers needed from Monday thru Friday 9:00 -2:00 or 3:00 - 6:00 (these days and times are flexible)

Orientation and training by agency:

Orientation to policy and procedures of Arizona CALL-A-TEEN; Training on the concept and implementation of competency based training; Training on materials used in the classroom.

Discipline:

EDU

Description of Agency Function:

To provide competency-based training to youth to allow them the opportunity to achieve long term self-sufficiency.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Desire to work with youth; Good work habits; Time Management and organization skills; Good written/oral communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate basic education instruction in the classroom; Assist instructors in providing G.E.D. preparation when necessary; Provide feedback to other staff on youth's progress and readiness for additional training.

Special conditions or requirements:

Must be willing to be fingerprinted and submit to a background investigation; Must have a home phone.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday thru Friday 9:00 - 6:00. Volunteers are needed on Monday thru Friday 9:00 - 2:00 or 3:00 - 6:00 (These days and times are flexible)

Orientation and training by agency:

Orientation to policy and procedures of Arizona CALL-A-TEEN; Training on materials used in the classroom

Discipline:

ART, CPD, EDU, PSY, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

To provide services to blind and visually impaired adults, such as social and recreation services, rehabilitative services, and counseling.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Desire to work with totally blind and visually impaired people; outgoing personality; dependable.

Responsibilities:

Assist participants in classes, volunteers can choose from a variety of classes in which to provide assistance. Any other duties as assigned and agreed upon.

Special conditions or requirements:

Must be 18 years or older.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday - Thursday, 9:30 am to 2:00 pm.

Orientation and training by agency:

One hour orientation, tour of agency, volunteer handbook, sighted guide training included in orientation.

Discipline:

COM, EDU, ENG, POS

Description of Agency Function:

Ensure that the institutions of government are open and responsive to citizens rather than narrow special interests.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Good written and oral skills; knowledge of political processes helpful; basic computer skills helpful.

Responsibilities:

Track legislation; public outreach/education; issues research.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

8 am to 5 pm, Monday-Friday, some flexibility allowed.

Orientation and training by agency:

Varies with responsibilities.

Discipline:

ACC, BPC, CIS, GBS

Description of Agency Function:

The treatment and rehabilitation of delinquent youth committed to the agency by the Arizona Juvenile Courts.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Computer expertise; statistical courses; knowledge of word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities:

Contact with youth under supervision of staff; acquisition of generalized knowledge about juvenile corrections systems; attendance at monthly hearing sessions with other interns.

Special conditions or requirements:

A background check, including finger printing, is required. Minimum of 150 hours per semester.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Orientation and training by agency:

There is a complete program available with the center.

Discipline:

CPD, PSY, SOC, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

The treatment and rehabilitation of delinquent youth committed to the agency by the Arizona Juvenile Courts.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Strong interest/commitment to working with youth; interest in working within an institutional setting; familiarity with child care issues; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities:

Work one on one with boys or girls in an institutional setting; case management; assist in recreation and group therapeutic sessions.

Special conditions or requirements:

A background check, including finger printing, is required. Must have own transportation-institutions beyond mass transit lines.

Agency hours of operation:

Flexible-institutions open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Orientation and training by agency:

Brief orientation and periodic luncheons required. In-depth training is optional.

Discipline:

AJS

Description of Agency Function:

The treatment and rehabilitation of delinquent youth committed to the agency by the Arizona Juvenile Courts.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Strong interest/commitment to working with youth; interest in working as a parole officer; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities:

Work one-on-one with a parole officer and his/her caseload; case management (home visits, interviews, tracking); group therapeutic sessions.

Special conditions or requirements:

A background check, including finger printing, is required.

Agency hours of operation:

Days and afternoons/evenings (varies depending on parole officer's schedule).

Orientation and training by agency:

Brief orientation and periodic luncheons required. In-depth training is optional.

Discipline:

CPD, NCE, PSY, SOC, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

Non-profit agency providing services to persons with disabilities.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Love for children; patient, caring, positive attitude; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities:

Work one-to-one with a disabled child; help with activities of daily living as needed (feeding, etc); be a friend to the participant.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

4 hours on Saturdays.

Orientation and training by agency:

Orientation provided in September; otherwise on the job training and volunteer manual provided.

Discipline:

COM, EDU, ENG, GBS, SOC.

Description of Agency Function:

The AHS is an animal welfare agency(non-proifit) located in north Phoenix. Agency operates a shelter and adoption program for homeless animals and provides community outreach programs.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Ability to address groups of children and adults; general office/professional skills; excellent writing skills

Responsibilities:

Giving presentations to groups of students; developing lessons and educational materials; assisting in general administration of programs.

Special conditions or requirements:

Student must have reliable tranportation as travel is involved.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday through Friday 8-5pm

Orientation and training by agency:

One-on-one orientation and training

Discipline:

ART, ENG, HIS

Description of Agency Function:

AHC is the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, a federal agency. As such, it is charged with funding projects that further the public's understanding of history, literature, and the other humanities disciplines. AHC funds or conducts several hundred public activities each year.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Liberal arts background; able to work effectively with the public, particularly cultural agencies; organized.

Responsibilities:

Work with libraries, museums, etc. to plan public activities; help organizations with grant proposals; a lot of paperwork.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

9 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday, can use volunteers at any time.

Orientation and training by agency:

Staff manual provided, office procedures manual provided, on-the job training with staff.

Discipline:

AJS, BPC, COM, CIS, EDU, ENG, RDG

Description of Agency Function:

POST is the certifying body of all peace officers in AZ. POST sets minimum hiring qualifications and training standards for all peace officers. POST also monitors training, investigates cases of police misconduct, audits agency training and records, and develops and facilitates continuing police training.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Ability to communicate with others via telephone, in person, and through written correspondence; ability to conduct research, provide information, and perform clerical tasks as needed; familiarity with personal computers and software helpful (Word Perfect for Windows).

Responsibilities:

Facilitate training events by ensuring all materials are assembled; loading and transporting materials; typing instructional materials; clerical duties and answering phones in reception area; act as telecourse training aid including contacting current and potential broadcast reception sites, contacting facilitators and training coordinators, assisting in preparation of material and production.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; phone relief 11:00 to 2:00.

Orientation and training by agency:

General orientation to agency and volunteer/internship program. Specific training for tasks as assigned. Tasks will be developed to meet individual and agency needs.

Discipline:

COM, CPD, ENG, GBS, SOC, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

APRC provides technical assistance to drug and substance abuse programs across Arizona. 3 main components are a clearinghouse of materials, a pool of trained facilitators, and an evaluation team. Anyone interested in substance abuse should inquire.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Good verbal skills-written and oral; Initiative-a self starter

Responsibilities:

Assist at planning/implementing special projects and/or conferences; Coordinate planning meetings-phone and written correspondence

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Monday-Friday8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Orientation and training by agency:

Discipline:

COM, GBS, POS

Description of Agency Function:

Qualifications and skills desired::

Responsibilities:

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Orientation and training by agency:

Discipline:

COM, CPD, ENG, NCE, PSY, SOC, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

Non-profit agency which provides a variety of services for individuals with developmental disablities.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Basic cooking, grocery shopping skills; basic business skills; a good grasp of common sense

Responsibilities:

Provide direct interaction/care for indiv. with dev. disabilities; provide personal assistance at college campuses; provide city transit training

Special conditions or requirements:

Finger printing required

Agency hours of operation:

7 days a week; 24 hours a day

Orientation and training by agency:

CPR/First Aid, Article 9, and possible CIT training required. Training and orientation provided by agency.

Discipline:

BIO, COM, EDU, THE

Description of Agency Function:

The Center provides interactive "hands-on" scientific learning in a non-threatening environment. The Center's mission is to enhance public understanding of science. Within the mission, we devote special attention to reaching and motivating school children in lower grades at precisely the age when many of them are becoming uncomfortable with science and the image of scientists and engineers.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Good communication skills; works well with children; can adapt to new situations.

Responsibilities:

Orienting visitors to the Center; helping visitors interact with exhibits; performing science demonstrations.

Special conditions or requirements:

Minimum 40 hour commitment required. Parking fee is $2.50 per day, Monday - Friday, free on weekends. Also free parking 3 blocks away.

Agency hours of operation:

9 am to 5 pm, Monday - Saturday; noon - 5 pm on Sunday. Students can be supervised Monday through Friday.

Orientation and training by agency:

4 hour training plus 24 hour probationary period.

Discipline:

BPC, CIS, COM, CPD, EDU, ENG, GBS, NCE, PSY, SOC

Description of Agency Function:

Organization that offers sports training and competition opportunities to citizens, ages eight and older, of Arizona with mental retardation.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Skills needed vary with volunteer opportunities. No specific skill is needed to volunteer, but with some volunteer positions, i.e. clerical, data entry, etc., may require some skills. We do train.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will vary with position. Volunteer opportunities range from coaching two to four times a week to managing team members (a 4 to 6 month commitment 4 to 8 hrs. a week), and walking with other volunteers on the day of our Olympic Event.

Special conditions or requirements:

None

Agency hours of operation:

Throughout the year. Varies with type of volunteer position.

Orientation and training by agency:

Overview of the Special Olympics policies and methods of operation, "do's and don'ts" when working with atheletes, appropriate verbage, etc.

Discipline:

CPD, NCE, SWU, SOC

Description of Agency Function:

AIL helps elderly and adult persons with disabilities live independently by providing direct services including housekeeping, grocery shopping, laundry, personal care assistance, yardwork, and respite for 24 hour caregivers. Special one-time group projects, ranging from 4-6 hours, provide major cleaning or painting services.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Drivers license and car insurance; basic housekeeping/chore skills; knowledge of and interest in older persons; good interpersonal skills and comfort with persons of diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities:

Keep scheduled appointments; provide services (housekeeping/chore, respite, etc.); keep record of services.

Special conditions or requirements:

Volunteer client/advocates must commit to a minimum of 2-4 hours per week per client, for a minimum of 40 total hours.

Agency hours of operation:

8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

Orientation and training by agency:

Volunteer packet provided; both written material and discussions include overview of agency, philosophy, job descriptions, reporting procedures, etc.

Discipline:

ACC, ASB, BPC, CIS, COM, ENG, GBS, NCE, PSY, SOC, SPA, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

ASCC was established in 1976 as a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of child care in AZ. ASCC's mission has remained focused on the needs of children and families.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Child and people friendly; bilingual Spanish/English, Native American languages a plus; flexible and reliable; office, computer skills valued.

Responsibilities:

Duties vary per job assigned by coordinator; phone friend duties as described; consistently reliable in work schedules.

Special conditions or requirements:

Volunteer must complete application and reference check.

Agency hours of operation:

ASCC-Monday to Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pmPhone Friend-Monday to Friday 2:30 pm-5:30 pm

Orientation and training by agency:

Phone Friend volunteers must complete several days of training and all other volunteer training depends on the job/task.

Discipline:

AJS, ASB, CPD, ENG, GBS, POS, PSY, RDG, SOC, SPA, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

To help Central Americans and those from elsewhere complete their asylum applications to be mailed to INS. Asylum is a form of relief for those who were persecuted (mistreated) or fear persecution in their home country.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Compassion for those persecuted in foreign countries; research capabilities; Spanish speaker.

Responsibilities:

Research; intake interviews; administrative details in office.

Special conditions or requirements:

Must be very reliable.

Agency hours of operation:

Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:00 am to 6:30 pm. Hours are flexible (Mon, Thurs, Fri optional).

Orientation and training by agency:

Initial overview of project, mission, and goals; introduction to administration of office and overview of asylum laws; instruction on how to interview and research claims.

Discipline:

AJS, COM, CPD, POS, PSY, SOC, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

To act as a liaison between victims/witnesses and members of the Criminal Justice System by providing direct criminal justice support services, case status info, and referral/connection to community support services.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Cumulative G.P.A. 2.5; pass security background check; strong people and communication skills; resume.

Responsibilities:

Educate victims/witnesses about the justice system; accompany victims to court; identify need and provide referral; follow-up regarding case status; provide guidance and advocacy.

Special conditions or requirements:

Commitment of a minimum of 200 hours total service and at least 8 hours per week, not to exceed 16 hours per week.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Orientation and training by agency:

30 hour orientation and training; in-service training seminars.

Discipline:

GEN, PSY, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

ABCS is a state-wide multi-service program of educational, preventive, supportive and treatment oriented services offered to children, families and individuals as a ministry of the Arizona Southern Baptist Convention.Position Title: Staff Support, Special Friend, Mentor, Special Family

Qualifications and skills desired::

Characteristics sought include emotional warmth, flexibility, dependability, mature moral values, physical and intellectual vigor, ability to relate to youth and adults and the ability to function independently within specified limits as part of a therapeutic team.

Responsibilities:

The volunteer's most important tasks are to help meet residents' basic needs for social interaction, self-esteem, religious education and self-fulfillment.

Special conditions or requirements:

Fingerprint clearance--$24 fee; proof of current immunizations.

Agency hours of operation:

Weekdays after school from 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm and any time on weekends.

Orientation and training by agency:

Approximately 2 hour orientation/processing with volunteer coordinator.

Discipline:

Description of Agency Function:

Qualifications and skills desired::

See website: www.bbbsaz.org - Two programs: Site-based, Lunch Buddy, and Community-based, meeting Little Bro./Sis. after school or on weekends

Responsibilities:

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Orientation and training by agency:

Discipline:

CFS, COM, ECH, EDU, PED, REC

Description of Agency Function:

Supports youth and their families who live in threatening and vulnerable neighborhoods by creating opportunities that lets them enjoy their childhood.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Experience with youth and recreation.

Responsibilities:

Assist staff in running activities, answer phones, run tournaments.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Sept-May-Tues-Fri 2:30-8pm, Sat-10am-4pm/June-Aug-10-6pm

Orientation and training by agency:

Ten minute briefing will be give in regards to policy procedures and basic rules.

Discipline:

AJS, ASB, COM, CPD, EDU, PSY, REC, SOC, SWU, SPA

Description of Agency Function:

The Boys and Girls Club of Mesa is a building centered non-profit youth services organization promoting leadership, character, health, and career development, while emphasizing social, cultural, and educational growth. It services boys and girls in the following manner: after school program, teen program, summer day camp, youth sports, and junior staff training program.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Experience with youth (ages 6-12) and/or teens (13-18). Tutoring, and computer skills desired. Must be reliable.

Responsibilities:

Tutors-help with homework (English, math, science, & reading). Group leaders-work with children in group settings. Program aides- assist area instructors (areas: gym, game room, art, library, computers, dance).

Special conditions or requirements:

High level of motivation, willingness to empower students. Fingerprints required-volunteer must pay for processing (approx. $32).

Agency hours of operation:

After school hours primarily, schedule is flexible. Monday-Friday 3 to 9 pm (all ages). Saturday 4 to 9 pm (teens).

Orientation and training by agency:

Agency orientation and training by area instructors and youth or teen director.

Discipline:

CPD, PSY, REC, SWU

Description of Agency Function:

Youth services organization promoting leadership, character, health, and career development, while emphasizing social, cultural, and educational growth.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Enthusiastic, sincere, and reliable.

Responsibilities:

Counselor, coach, or supervise programs.

Special conditions or requirements:

Background checks and fingerprints taken.

Agency hours of operation:

Monday - Friday, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Orientation and training by agency:

Orientation and training by club.

Discipline:

BPC, CIS, COM, ENG, GBS

Description of Agency Function:

To provide excess inventory donations from American corporations to hundreds of charities in the United States and throughout the world.

Qualifications and skills desired::

Computer skills; good verbal and written communication skills; good organizational skills; must be reliable and hard-working.

Responsibilities:

Computer database data entry; research potential donor corporations; office support assignments.

Special conditions or requirements:

Agency hours of operation:

Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Orientation and training by agency:

Orientation to agency purpose and methods provided. Training provided on-site for all assignments.