Special Olympics Golf Unified Partner
ORGANIZATION: LEISURE EDUCATION FOR EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE INC
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LEEP is looking for Unified Players for the upcoming Special Olympics Golf season. Volunteer responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Work with athletes at practices to develop skills necessary for athletes to compete and succeed at regional and state events.
2. Oversight of athletes
3. Provide the opportunity for success for all athletes
Desired Qualifications
- A genuine interest and enthusiasm in working with people with varying ability levels
- Must be highly motivated and energetic
- Ability to effectively communicate with athletes, families, program staff and facility staff
- Ability to make adaptations as needed
- Must be responsible, show up at assigned times, notify Program Manager of any conflicts in advance if possible, and commit to the full season of golf including weekend competitions.
ALL VOLUNTEERS WITH LEEP MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO STARTING TO WORK WITH PARTICIPANTS AT PRACTICE!
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About LEISURE EDUCATION FOR EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE INC
Location:
1315 STADIUM RD STE 101, MANKATO, MN 56001, US
Mission Statement
Leisure Education for Exceptional People, Inc. (LEEP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that enriches lives through inclusive recreation, sporting, and healthy living opportunities. Programming is designed to enhance the quality of life for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the Greater Mankato Area.
Description
LEEP was started in 1978 by a group of parents who had children with disabilities. The group met every Wednesday night to socialize and interact with other families had similar interests and abilities. Since that time, LEEP has grown. This growth continues today as reflected in the wide scope of programming that is offered. LEEP continues to collaborate with many agencies and individuals in the community who are committed to ensuring that LEEP’s mission is being achieved.
LEEP serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities over the age of eight years old, however the agency’s largest population served is adults. Participants have a variety of living situations including independent and semi-independent living, a group home setting, in adult foster care, or with family members. Most of these adults work and/or volunteer in the community.
Several hundred individuals participate in LEEP activities each year. Some participate on a weekly basis, while others may have an activity or sport that they prefer to participate in.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
19304 Minnesota 22Mankato, MN 56001
DATE POSTED
May 17, 2024
SKILLS
- Critical Thinking
- Multi-Tasking
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Practice on Monday and Thursday evenings from 4 to 6 pm, with two competitions on July 28 and August 25.