Volunteer Oppertunities

Volunteer and Career Information

Volunteer and Career Information Packet
(Packet providing contact information and descriptions of related agencies within the Behavioral Sciences)

Current positions available:

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Rape Recovery Center - needs dedicated and caring advocate volunteers. Rape recovery advocates assist survivors of sexual violence with short and long term recovery needs and educate the community about the realities of sexual assault. Volunteers will be involved in the 24-hour crisis line, 24-hour hospital response team, community education team. Rape recovery advocates must complete a 40 hour training learning about sexual assault, rape culture, crisis intervention, medical and legal resources, and victim advocacy. Advocates will earn certification from UCASA (Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault). The next 40 hour training is MAY 6th -17th, 2008! If you are interested in becoming a Rape Recovery Volunteer Advocate, please contact: Ashlee MacEwen, 801-467-7282 x21 or email: a.macewen@raperecoverycenter.org
(04-11-08 MR)

Summit High School (Orem, UT) - Part-time help wanted as a Teaching Assistant working with at-risk-youth. Available shifts: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm or 10:45 am to 2:45 pm. Part-time help wanted working with at-risk-youth as a Mentor (Alpine Summit Programs), available shifts - Monday- Friday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, transportation required, mileage reimbursed. Beginning salary for both positions $11.06 hour, salaries increase to $13.60 hour over time. Immediate openings and openings for August 2008. For more information contact Dan or Doug at 227-7827 or visit www.alpinesummitprograms.org. (MR 04-08-2008)

Aspen Education Group - Click here to view posting! (MR 04-08-2008)

Center for Women and Children In Crisis - There is a volunteer training coming up with the Center for Women and Children In Crisis. We need volunteers for the Rape Crisis Team and for the Domestic Violence Women's Shelter. At the shelter we provide group therapy for both women and children, there’s a homework club, and we need people who love to be a positive role model for children who have experienced domestic violence. The Rape Crisis Team needs volunteers to be on call for a 48 hour shift each month. Volunteers meet with rape victims at the hospital, or speak with them over the phone. These volunteers must have a car. We require between 12-40 hours of training depending on the position, a BCI check, positive attitude and dependability. We would like a 6 month commitment. We are very flexible in the shifts for volunteers. The Rape Crisis Training (40 hrs.) is on April 29th, from 5-10 pm; May 1, 5-10 pm; Sat. May 3, from 9am-5 pm, May 6, from 5-10 pm, May 8 from 5-10 pm, and Sat. May 10 from 9am -5pm. The Shelter Training (12 Hrs.) is on May 13th and 15th from 6-9pm and Saturday May 17 from 9am-4pm. (MR 04-08-2008)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver - For male students only! This is a great and fun opportunity to travel and get some great experience this summer! The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver - Gates Camp is looking for motivated and hard-working individuals with a strong interest in working with youth "at risk". Staff members must be at least 18 years of age. Former camp experience or experience with special populations is helpful. Skills in our activity areas are also helpful, and these include: rock climbing, high and low ropes courses, challenge initiatives, canoeing, fishing, archery, nature games, handicrafts, horseback riding, and electives contingent upon staff interests and creativity. Persons who are interested should be fit, willing, and able to participate in all activity areas. A willingness to sing and play an instrument is also very helpful!

Benefits: Camp staff earn $150 to $180 a week, plus room and board for the summer. Internships are available.

Staff Commitment: Staff members must commit for nine weeks (1 week of training and 8 weeks of camp sessions). Staff training begins May 29th and the next week camp sessions begin until August 2nd. Staff members are on duty from Sunday at 5:30 pm to Friday at 4:00 pm each week. Staff members have weekends off and may stay at camp or leave the property.

If interested apply online through their website at www.bgcmd.org/camp. For questions contact Tyler Edmondson, Gates Camp Director, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, (303) 443-7394.

If you want to do this as an internship and you are a senior in the Behavioral Science Program and have completed or will have completed PSY 3020: Research Methods, please call me to schedule an appt! (03-28-08 MR)

Willow Creek (a co-ed, fully accredited therapeutic boarding school) is hiring energetic, mature, mentor staff for their day, evening, and weekend shifts. Role model healthy relationships within our student's basic living structure. Depending on schedule, the includes on and off campus supervision, assisting teachers in small classrooms, management of program and daily living routines (meals, school and study hours, gym, activities, down-time, service trips, recreation etc.) and various non-routine events: dentist/doctor, field trips, airport runs, etc. Starting at $9.50 an hour, based on experience/training. Contact Willow Creek School (801) 377-2215 weekdays between 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (03-27-08 MR)

New Haven - Paid Internships/Employment: New Haven is a residential treatment center for adolescent girls and their families. New Haven is family focused, clinically sophisticated, and values based. Our philosophy is based upon principles of Family, Love, Locus of Control, Self-esteem, Values and Spirituality. We have two campuses, one in Spanish Fork and the other in Saratoga Springs. Health Care Assistants (HCA) monitor and care for the physical, emotional and social needs of New Haven's students. Directly supervise and assist students in processing through their various issues and concerns. Observe and chart student behavior, affect and participation. Must have skills in building healthy relationships, problem solving, de-escalating agitate students. Ability to effectively communicate rules, expectations and consequences. Ability to teach positive values. Ability to find balance between nurture and discipline. $9.50/hr - 29 hours weekly - Shifts M,W,F 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. - T,Th,S 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. - M,W,F 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. - T,Th,S 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.. - On-Call and Nightwatch - E-mail resume to hr@newhavenrtc.com. (3/21/08 MR)

Family Support & Treatment Center: Weekend houseparents needed to care for at-risk children from newborn to age 11 in crisis nursery. Position is filled by sets of two adults; both must apply together. You may bring one child of your own. Shifts are 24 hours: Friday 6pm to Saturday 6pm, or Saturday 6pm to Sunday 6pm (1-2 shifts per month). Call the Family Support & Treatment Center at 229-1181 and ask for Jill, for information about the position or about applying. We will be accepting applications through March 28. (03-12-08 MR)

Provo House of Hope: There is a job opportunity to work at the House of Hope in Provo. The House of Hope is a residential substance abuse treatment facility for women with drug addiction. The women who live at he House of Hope have the opportunity to have their children live with them while they receive treatment. It is a great place to help these women become empowered and leave their addiction. The women learn parenting skills, healthy living skills, and how to do life without drugs. It is a place where you can feel that you really make a difference. We are currently looking to hire for two positions to work as Support Staff part-time (16-32 hours a week) graveyard shifts (11:00 pm – 7:30 am) during the week (M-F) as well as daytime (7:00 am-3:30 pm) for the weekend shift (Sat. & Sun.). The pay starts out at $8.00/hour and provides good social work experience that looks great on a resume. The positions are to be filled by female applicants because of the necessity to monitor drug testing through out the day and at night. Duties include: answering phone calls, monitoring medications, administering urine analysis, working with clients in crisis, modeling healthy behavior for the clients, holding clients accountable to follow the rules, keeping accurate documentation of your shift, typing up group notes for the therapists and counselors, filing paperwork. Because of the sensitive nature of the work you will be doing, you must be at least 21 years of age and pass a back ground check. For more information please contact: Fern Martine, Support Staff Supervisor, (801) 373-6562. Or you can email her your resume at: fmartine@uafslc.org (03-05-08 MR)

Aspen Education Group - Oakley School: www.oakley-school.com Job Title - Residential Coach/Counselor, Location - Oakley UT. Are you looking for a competitive salary, discounted ski passes, free meals, and a gym membership? Then Oakley School is the place for you. Oakley School is a top college preparatory therapeutic boarding school that leads the country in providing sophisticated clinical support and a rigorous education for students preparing for a four year college experience. Job Responsibilities - Coaches assist in supervising daily activities, contributing to the student's academic, clinical, experiential, and community experience. We offer a competitive salary and great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance. Qualifications - BA or BS in Behavioral Science or related field is preferred, but not required. Some experience is a plus. Instructions to Apply - forward resume to hrrecruiter@aspeneducation.com, for inquires and details contact: Stephanie Thomas at (562) 468-4422. (02-29-08 MR)

Proctor Care: Transitions Programs - Homes and families are needed in the Utah county area for youth (ages 13-18) completing treatment programs. There are two elements:
Structured Foster Homes: 3 mo-1yr, $750/mo (may increase with experience), Provide day to day care and coordinates transportation to and from appointments. Respite care available.
The Focus Program: About 4 months, $600/mo (may increase with experience), Youth in Focus Program attend school, weekday activities, and group therapy until 9pm. Proctor family provides care after group therapy and helps coordinate transportation to and from appointments. Respite care available. Contact Krista Brown for more information or to schedule an interview: Krista Brown, Proctor and Volunteer Coordinator, (801) 375-0914
transitionsprograminfo@gmail.com (02-26-08 MR)

Aspen Education Group: AEG is recognized nationwide as the leading provider of education programs for struggling or underachieving young people. Programs range from short-term interventions to long term residential treatment, including boarding schools, wilderness therapy, and weight loss programs. Aspen is a division of CPR Health Group, the nation's largest chemical dependency and related behavioral health organization. They offer a competitive salary and great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, and tuition reimbursement. Job title - Residential Coach working with youth. Location - Draper, UT. Job Responsibilities - Overseeing students, monitoring and interacting with individual or grouped students to improve caring, socialization, and other life skills. Meeting with team and staff to discuss students and their well being. Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required, some experience desired but not required. Pay range is from $10-$11 an hour, after 90 days there will be an increase in pay and after 6 months there will be another increase as well.
Instructions to Apply - Please forward your resume to: HRRecruiter@aspeneducation.com
For additional details and inquiries contact Jodi Winter at jwinter@youthcare.com (02-22-08 MR)

Maple Lake Academy is looking for bright and intelligent male students to work with teenage girls ages 13-18 who have different learning disorders. Applicants must be goal driven and willing to take initiative. Available shifts are Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 3-11 pm and one Sunday a month. This is a great job for those looking to gain some immediate experience in the Counseling/Clinical side of Psychology. The school is located on a large farm in west Spanish Fork, very peaceful and beautiful area to work. Interested applicants should send their resumes to Carl at carlmccain24@gmail.com or call 801-798-7700. We are looking to hire as soon as possible so please respond quickly to set up an interview. (02-08-08 MR)

Tri Connections, Inc. (801) 343-3900 www.triconnections.com - Hiring for direct care staff working with people with disabilities for $8.00/hr for very flexible shifts, part-time or full-time. (01-25-08 MR)

The Center for Women and Children in Crisis, Inc. - Volunteer with the Utah County Rape Crisis Team! Volunteers attend 40 hours of state mandated training on victim's advocacy and crisis intervention. Upon completion of the training, volunteers are scheduled to carry a pager once a month for 48 hours during which time they are on-call to assist victims of sexual assault and their friends, family, and loved ones at the hospitals, police stations, and over the phone. All team members must have an e-mail address and access to a car anytime of the day or night while they are on-call. Trainings are conducted in September, January, and May. If you are interested call today to sign up for the next training at 801-356-2511 or email BStuver@CWCIC.org you may also visit the website at www.CWCIC.org

Eaton Alliance: Eaton Alliance in Orem is a service provider/residential care facility for mentally disabled individuals. They are a small company with 2-3 individuals in their care. They are very hands on with their employees and would offer great support. They have 1-2 staff positions available and 1-2 volunteer positions available. The staff position would start at $8.00/hr with about 30-80 hours a week (staff employees often spend the night with the resident under their care). The shifts and hours vary and often include over night hours and weekends. The volunteer opportunity will range from about 2-6 hours a week. Contact Todd Thueson at 801-455-6485 for more information and to apply! This position would qualify for Senior Practicum and Senior Internship hours!

Provo School District Provo School District is hiring the following position: District Gang Prevention Coordinator. The following job opening(s) can be viewed on their website at www.provo.edu Click on "Employment Vacancies" under ‘Quick Links’ on the right side of the home page.

Rise Inc. Rise Inc. in Orem is hiring staff to assist people with disabilities. Most work is one on one and is very fun and rewarding. Pay varies from $7.40-$8.50/hr. depending on the program. Full and part time shifts. For more information contact Pam at 717-2409 or 360-8443!

Provo School District Contact Wendi Christensen at 801-376-1156 or wendic@provo.edu for more information! Five positions available, must be able to work between the hours of 8am and 3pm. Possible candidates will be working as school advocates in elementary schools in the Provo School District. Duties include teaching social skills, dealing with truancy concerns, working with foster care, and helping teachers. There is a 16 hour/week minimum and a $1000.00 stipend for the school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in your field and gain positive experience. If you are interested in volunteering contact Wendi for more information.

Children's Justice Center Please call 801-566-3868 or 801-355-0781 for more information. Internship and volunteer positions available. Work hours are between 8:00am and 5:00pm. Responsibilities include making follow-up calls to parents after their child has been interviewed at the CJC. Interacting with children while they await services at the CJC. Participating in multi-disciplinary team staffing. Compiling parent surveys and generating reports. Assisting CJC staff as needed with special projects.

Alpine Hospice Volunteer coordinator needed. Duties include calling each volunteer weekly, assigning volunteers as needed, collecting/processing monthly paperwork, assisting with volunteer training sessions etc. Contact Jennifer, Kathy, or Lynn at 801-221-0669!

Summit Lodge Recovery Center (Drug and Substance Abuse)Treatment techs needed for a new adult residential drug program. PT, up to 30 hours/week. Start at $9.00/hour. Possibilities for advancement. Must be at least 21 yrs old. No experience necessary. Weekend, eve, & overnight shifts available. Excellent opportunity for students, especially if interested in substance abuse/ mental health work experience. Tasks: assist with activities & therapies, some household & office work. Plenty of homework time on overnight shifts. Located 35 minutes from Utah Valley, near Fairview. Call manager, Sheila, at: 801-556-2561 Send resume: summitlodge@att.net

Ascent's Country Residential Ascent's Country Residential in Mona, UT owned by Redcliff Ascent is currently looking for staff to work in their boys group home. They are contracted with the State of Utah and work with youth in custody. They would like to employ those who are interested in the field of social work, psychology, or sociology, or anthropology and give them an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in this group home setting. Requirements are that you must be 21+ and pass a current BCI (Background & Criminal Investigation). Mona is located less than 30 miles south of Orem Campus. For more information please contact Royal Nelson. Phone: 435-623-5040 Fax: 435-623-4316 email: royaln@firston.com.