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Join our Youth Team as a volunteer! If you love empowering youth to do and be their best, then this is a great opportunity for you. Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of one semester with at least one shift per month.
Unity in Greensboro Youth is seeking volunteers for the following programs:
1st, 2nd, & 3rd Sundays | 9:30-11:30 AM | Spiritual Foundations Program | Kids Room
Spiritual foundation programs are age-appropriate lessons teaching a positive, spiritual approach to healthy living, leadership, and inclusive values in an accepting space where kids & teens can truly be themselves.
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- Classroom Assistants: set up, clean up, assisting the teacher
- Teachers: Guiding elementary age students through provided curriculum & activities
4th Sundays | 9:30-11:30 AM | Youth Service Projects | Kids Room & Teen Room
On fourth Sundays, youth ages 4-18 are invited to participate in a community service project. Each month will benefit a different, local non-profit.
- Classroom Assistants: set up, clean up, assisting the teacher
- Teachers: Guiding elementary age students through the service project with provided instructions
1st Wednesdays | 6-8:30 PM | Teen Nights | Teen Room
Every first Wednesday, teens ages 13-18 are invited to a fun social evening with themes chosen by teens. Recent themes include: Movie Night, Pancakes & Pajamas, & Battle Royale.
- Classroom Assistants: set up, clean up, general chaperoning
Wednesdays | 12-2 PM | Flyer Team
Pick up flyers at our office on Wednesday, pick a part of town, and spend time putting up flyers advertising our youth programs in coffee, pizza, and indie shops in that area.
Junior Sponsor | Year Long Commitment
Junior Sponsors are volunteers between the ages of 21 & 25 who are dedicated to supporting our teen programs. These volunteers are expected to commit to volunteering 2-3 times a month and are able to receive additional training or attend youth overnights/retreats free of cost.
Youth & Family Internship/Practicum (Unpaid)
Youth & Family Interns/Practicum Students will work closely with the Youth Director throughout the semester or year to understand the inner workings of a youth serving non-profit. Students are expected to work in-person on Wednesdays and Sundays, and must be available for special events. This is a hands on program that will offer a deep dive programming, event planning, working with children, marketing, mental health awareness, communication, outreach, and more.
We work with youth, so this volunteer opportunity requires commitment and a few extra steps:
- Fill out this external application form: Application Form Here
- Schedule an in-person interview at Unity in Greensboro (Sundays or Wednesdays)
- A background check (we'll arrange for this)
- Use our scheduling tool to pick your dates and trade with someone if necessary
- Show up early the first time for additional training
But the benefits are worth it!
- Inspire the next generation
- Model the college experience for teens pursuing higher ed
- Snacks!
- Volunteer Appreciation Lunch once/semester
- Additional volunteer hours from events, fundraisers, and our youth outreach/marketing team
- Additional training and events are available for returning volunteers (most choose to return next semester).
Approval
Organizer will approve registrants
Age Limit
18 and up
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Requirements
Background check, Training
Requirement Details
Wondering if you should register to volunteer? Based on the CDC guidelines, we are asking you the following questions:
- Have you been exposed to someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19? See the CDC’s risk assessment guidance.
- Do you have symptoms consistent with COVID-19? Symptoms can include a cough or shortness of breath or at least two of the following: Fever, Chills, Repeated shaking with chills, Muscle pain, Headache, Sore throat, New loss of taste or smell. See the CDC’s symptom information.
If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, we ask you not to register. We are doing all we can to align with best practices and keep our community healthy.
Perks
Volunteering with our Youth Team means supporting and empowering kids, which we believe is a huge perk. However, we are also happy to sign off on volunteer hours, provide job references, and letters of recommendation for our consistent volunteers. Working with the kids frequently includes snacks (take home during covid), crafts, and games. We love to support our volunteers through additional training opportunities as they come available, including professional development, cultural competency, and youth health issues.
Parking Details
Free parking is provided on site. We are also located a walkable distance from some parts of UNCG's campus. Bikes/skateboards/scooters are also okay in the parking lot.
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