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Give a Child a New Story - South Lakeland
ORGANIZATION: Volunteer Polk
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- The Guardian ad Litem program now offers virtual / on-line training to everyday citizens so they can make a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children.
- Child Advocate volunteers come from every walk of life and share a commitment to improving children’s lives, a willingness to learn and an open mind towards life experiences different from their own. No special education, experience or background is needed!
- Must be age 21 or older and pass, at no charge to you, background screens and fingerprinting.
- Advocates are appointed by the court to advocate, mentor and protect the rights and best interests of a child involved in a court proceeding.
- Currently, most of the court proceedings and child visitations are currently being held through on-line video-chat systems.
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About Volunteer Polk
Location:
1290 Golfview Avenue, Bartow, FL 33830, US
Mission Statement
Volunteer Polk’s Mission: We mobilize volunteers and resources to improve the quality of life for people throughout Polk County.
Description
Polk County volunteers are seeking to:
- Make A Difference,
- Meet Others, and/or to
- Maximize their Career Skills - while assisting various agencies in County government.
Assignments are targeted to make a difference in the areas of:
- Education -STEM
- Environment
- Economic Development & Community
- Health & Nutrition
- Public Safety
You may choose to volunteer once-a-week or once-in-a-while!
CAUSE AREAS
Advocacy & Human Rights,
Children & Youth,
Community
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Guardian Ad LitemLakeland, FL 33813
(27.958134 ,-81.94257 )
DATE POSTED
September 25, 2020
SKILLS
- Family Therapy
- Child Welfare
- Child Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Work / Management
- Crisis Counseling
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 7 to 9 hours/month
- Must pass Background Screen and Fingerprinting. There is no charge to you for these screens.