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	Volunteer Information Marketing and Fund development \| patterson teen center \| hutton house \| youth council youth court \| pathways \| administration/clerical The following is a list of opportunities we have for volunteers at our agency. If you are interested you can download the volunteer application below or contact us and we would be happy to send one. Thank you for your interest in making a difference in the lives of youth and families in Stanislaus County. Download Volunteer Application Marketing and Fund Development 1700 McHenry Village Way, Suite 11 Modesto, CA 95350 Program Description The primary focus of Resource Development is marketing, resource, and fund development. This department has the responsibility of either coordinating or directly planning all marketing activities. Duties/ Responsibilities Market the agency to the public and agency supporters. To increase name recognition of Center for Human Services. To raise unrestricted and/or designated funds for agency operations, programs, and/or other specified campaigns. Time Commitment Minimum- 1-4 hours per month Requirements Must be 18 years or older Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance Desirable Experience Basic computer skills, marketing and/or sales experience, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. For more information contact Monica Doll, Resource Development Coordinator 209-526-1476 mdoll@centerforhumanservices.org Check out the Marketing and Fund Development Webpage (back to the top) Patterson Teen Center 118 North Second Street, Suite D Patterson, CA 95363 Program Description Primary focus of the Patterson Teen Center is to provide a safe, alcohol and drug free place for youth to “hang out”, get help with homework and be able to learn new skills. Duties/ Responsibilities Develop activity calendar, with input from youth participants. Plan, organize & facilitate community service projects. Supervise youth participants. Time Commitment Minimum- One college semester (3-4 months) Requirements Must be 18 years or older Pass DOJ and FBI background check (fingerprinting) Obtain a negative TB test Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance Desirable Experience Youth development Engage youth to participate in community service projects Planning/ organizing youth activities/events. For more information contact Lori Schumacher, Associate Director 209- 526-1476 lschumacher@centerforhumanservices.org Lis Wilson, Program Manager 209-892-6688 lwilson@centerforhumanservices.org Check out the Westside Resource Center / Westside Community Alliance Webpage (back to the top) Hutton House 201 Jennie Street Modesto, CA 95354 Program Description Hutton House is Stanislaus County's only shelter for runaway and homeless youth. While at the shelter clients receive basic residential services, as well as individual, group and family counseling. The program goal focuses on getting youth off the street and reunited with their family. Duties/Responsibilities Assist houseparent and staff with assigned tasks Answer the crisis line Complete intake file information Lead recreational activities Tutor youth Co-facilitate groups with group leaders Transport youth to meetings, events and appointments. Time Commitment 18 hours of initial training 1 year commitment 4 hours per week Requirements Complete volunteer training. Attend monthly volunteer meetings and trainings. Must be 18 years or older. Pass DOJ, Child Abuse and FBI background check (fingerprinting). Pass Health Screening and test negative for TB. Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance. Desirable Experience Experience with teenagers Crisis line experience Youth Development Community Resources Hutton House Volunteer Job Description Hutton House Volunteer Application For more information contact Tracy Maldonado - Shelter Coordinator 209-526-1623 tmaldonado@centerforhumanservices.org Check out the Hutton House Webpage hutton house volunteer partner Volunteer Center of United Way of Stanislaus County \| www.uwaystan.org United Way Volunteer email \| volunteer@uwaystan.org (back to the top) Community Youth Connection (CYC) 1700 Mc Henry Village Way, Suite 11 Modesto, CA 95350 Program Description The CYC is a group of 13-21 year olds who are involved in youth development activities. CHS incorporates youth development principals as the foundation for all activities including: giving youth a voice in planning, organizing and implementing activities, volunteer service as a method to bond youth to their communities, creating an environment where youth and adults work together, and leadership development. Ultimately, youth who participate learn that they can make a difference in their own lives, in their peer groups and in the community. Youth learn that they are valued. Duties/Responsibilities Members meet throughout the year and will be involved in leadership development, volunteering, participating on board and committees provide feedback to the agency on programs and services, and other activities deemed important and necessary by the membership. Time Commitment Members are asked to commit to one year and be available to meet on a bi-weekly basis. Requirements Ages 13-21 Desirable Experience Being a youth Desire to change the community Desire for personal growth For more information contact Community Youth Connection Tracy Maldonado - Hutton House Program Coordinator 209-526-1623 tmaldonado@centerforhumanservices.org (back to the top) Youth Court 1700 McHenry Village Way, Suite 11 Modesto, CA 95350 Program Description Youth Court is a program designed to give students the opportunity for involvement in their community or school by volunteering as an attorney, bailiff, clerk, or jury member. Youth Court is based on the philosophy that young people are less likely to continue delinquent behavior when confronted by a jury of their peers. Youth Court does not determine innocence or guilt but focuses on how the young person can “make it right” in their community. Time Commitment Minimum - 3 hours per week Requirements Must be 18 years or older Pass DOJ and FBI background check (fingerprinting) Obtain a negative TB test Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance Desirable experience Working with young people and/or their families. For more information Contact Betty Allen - Program Coordinator 209-526-1476 ext 183 ballen@centerforhumanservices.org Check out the Youth Court Webpage Community Based Youth Court volunteer partner Volunteer Center of United Way of Stanislaus County \| www.uwaystan.org United Way Volunteer email \| volunteer@uwaystan.org (back to the top) Pathways 700 Norwegian Ave Modesto, CA 95350 Program Description Pathways is a transitional living and employment program that provides housing and employment services to young adults 18-21years old. Participants may live in a shared apartment for up to 18 months at no cost. The employment program assists participants in obtaining employment. Duties/ Responsibilities Facilitate groups or classes, develop activities for participates (Art projects, exercise, and outings) tutoring, mentoring, transportation and various clerical duties. Time Commitment Minimum 3-4 months Requirements Must be 18 years or older Pass DOJ and FBI background check (fingerprinting) Obtain a negative TB test Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance Desirable Experience Working in the Human Services field. For more information contact Paula Harter - Program Manager 209-526-3809 pharter@centerforhumanservices.org Check out the Pathways Webpage (back to the top) Administration/Clerical 1700 McHenry Village Way, Suite 11 Modesto, CA 95350 Program Description The mission of the Center for Human Services Administrative team is to provide quality, accurate and timely support services to staff, volunteers and our customers. In order to meet the demands and provide quality support to our customers, we greatly rely on our community volunteers to assist us. Whether you have never worked in an office before, have basic clerical experience, or if you are an expert in the administrative and clerical fields, we have a job for you! Duties/Responsibilities Volunteers that work in the administrative department have a variety of responsibilities which include Data entry Word processing Answering phones Greeting and welcoming clients Filing Making copies Doing errands Working on special projects Assisting with mass mailings and the list goes on Time Commitment The hours are flexible within the Monday through Friday, 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. time period. For more information contact Kathryn Usiak - Director of Administration 209-526-1476, ext 124 kusiak@centerforhumanservices.org Check out the Administration Webpage (back to the top)