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2 people are interested
Support Portland Housing Authority's Summer Programming!
ORGANIZATION: Portland Housing Authority
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
Purpose
Portland Housing Authority Summer programming is designed to keep youth engaged in growth, learning, and exploration through the summer months. Volunteers are essential to these efforts, helping us engage more children by working with youth one on one or in small groups on a variety of projects, including arts and crafts, theater, gardening, and active play. Come volunteer with us, and ensure that every child can get the support they need to have fun and be successful!
Suggested Activities
- Help out with arts and crafts, outdoor activities, science projects and more
- Engage youth one on one or in small groups.
- Encourage students to clean up after themselves.
- Sign in and out each shift.
Time
- 2 hours once a week, or more as desired
- Programming will occur under supervision of a coordinator during normal summer programming hours (to be determined)
- We ask that you commit to the same days and times each week in order to provide the most stability for our youth.
- We ask that you commit to a 6 week trial period
- Please give as much advanced notice as possible if you need to miss a shift
Qualifications
- Motivated and self-directed
- Ability to have fun while maintaining boundaries
- Cultural competency
- Strong communication
- Comfort engaging with children
Location
Programming takes place in our 4 family housing neighborhoods, with orientation and possible trainings or meetings at our office at 14 Baxter Boulevard.
- Sagamore Village- This site is off of Brighton Ave. near Westbrook.
- Riverton Park- This site is off of Forest Ave. near Westbrook.
- Kennedy Park- This site is in East Bayside near Franklin Arterial.
- Front Street- This site is behind back bay off of Washington Avenue
Support
- We provide an orientation with the potential for additional training
- An on-site coordinator will be available daily for in-person support and supervision
- Occasional check-ins and ongoing support as needed
ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST COMPLETE A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION AND BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO SERVING
Please contact Azia Gilbert, our Youth Programming VISTA with any questions.
vista.youth@porthouse.org . 207-773-4753 (8012)
More opportunities with Portland Housing Authority
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Portland Housing Authority
Location:
14 Baxter Blvd, Portland, ME 04101, US
Mission Statement
Together with its community partners, the PHA provides and expands affordable housing and services that improve quality of life, build community, enhance safety and promote personal success for the people we serve and the neighborhoods in which they reside.
Description
Portland Housing Authority (PHA) administers HUD Public Housing and Section 8 Housing Programs in the City of Portland, Maine.
The PHA also offers a variety of resident services with one component being the operation of Four after school Study Centers. The Study Centers are open for homework help from September to June when they transition to summer programming such as soccer, free lunch, and informal academic help. The centers also act as communal focal points for educational assistance for residents of all ages, resource centers for exploring post-secondary opportunities, a place for youth leadership development and community service. The Centers are located as follows:
- Kennedy Park Study Center - 51 Mayo Street
- Riverton Park Study Center - 61 Riverton Drive
- Sagamore Village Study Center - 34 Popham Street
- Front Street Study Center - 34 West Presumpscot Street
The PHA considers education the key to self sufficiency and independence from government assistance. The after school programs operate Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM following the Portland Public School calendar.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
One of four locationsPortland, ME 04101
DATE POSTED
September 21, 2021
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 15
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours once a week