Children's Activities Aid

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The purpose of Assignment:

• You will be assisting Child Advocates in planned and participating in activities during a weekly support group.

• Age groups

• Cubs Club - infant to 4 years old

• Treehouse Club- 5 years old to 11 years old

• Teen Group - 12 years old - 17 years old

Tasks:

• Assists Child Advocate in planning and setup of activity.

• Assists Child Advocate in maintaining a safe, clean, learning environment and in assuring the well-being and safety of the children in his/her care.

• Exhibits a genuine nurturing, caring attitude to all children.

• Participate in activities which may include physical games or sports, arts and crafts and other recreational pursuits.

• Models appropriate behavior for the children, showing them how to treat other people with kindness and respect and how to play fair.

• Assists children and Child Advocate in cleaning up activity area.

Training & Supervision:

• Attends general volunteer orientation

• Completes support group orientation which includes training on the location of supplies, and facility overview.

• Supervision conducted by Child Advocates or designated staff

Time Commitment:

• Support group is held each Thursday 6pm-8pm

Skills Requirements:

• An ability to relate in a nonjudgmental manner with individuals and groups within a wide range of problem areas.

• An ability to handle emergency situations.

• An ability to maintain confidentiality. An ability to work without direct supervision and complete task in an efficient manner.

Special Licenses, Diplomas, Certifications or Requirements:

• Successful completion of a criminal record check

Additional Information:

• All required supplies will be provided.