Volunteer: Horse PrepAssists with the preparation of the horses before class.
Agency: Ride On Center for Kids Assists with the preparation of the horses before class.
Agency: Ride On Center for Kids Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >14 years old Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Horse HandlerIn most cases, the horse handler will remain in control of the horse
throughout the session. In some therapeutic riding class, depending upon the level of independence of the rider and at the discretion of the instructor, the horse handler may or may not have control over the horse. Regardless, the horse handler remains in constant awareness of the horse’s movement and behavior and is prepared to step in
to take control of the horse at all times.
Agency: Ride On Center for Kids In most cases, the horse handler will remain in control of the horse
throughout the session. In some therapeutic riding class, depending upon the level of independence of the rider and at the discretion of the instructor, the horse handler may or may not have control over the horse. Regardless, the horse handler remains in constant awareness of the horse’s movement and behavior and is prepared to step in
to take control of the horse at all times.
Agency: Ride On Center for Kids Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >14 years old Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Side WalkersIn a hippotherapy class, the side walkers aid the therapist in the physical manipulation and support of the rider. These classes tend to be very “hands on”. In a therapeutic riding class, depending upon the level of independence of the rider, the side walker provides emotional and motivational support. The ultimate goal of a good side walker is to encourage the rider to stretch, grow and develop to their fullest potential,while providing a safe environment. Side walkers work side-by-sidewith the instructor,never leaving therider’s sidewithout direction from the instructor. Agency: Ride On Center for Kids In a hippotherapy class, the side walkers aid the therapist in the physical manipulation and support of the rider. These classes tend to be very “hands on”. In a therapeutic riding class, depending upon the level of independence of the rider, the side walker provides emotional and motivational support. The ultimate goal of a good side walker is to encourage the rider to stretch, grow and develop to their fullest potential,while providing a safe environment. Side walkers work side-by-sidewith the instructor,never leaving therider’s sidewithout direction from the instructor. Agency: Ride On Center for Kids Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Various Volunteer OpportunitiesGiving back to others can be one of the most rewarding things you have ever done. We really appreciate our volunteers who help improve the quality of life for all of the children in care at STARRY. For a complete list of current opportunities and schedules, please visit our website at www.starryonline.org Agency: STARRY Giving back to others can be one of the most rewarding things you have ever done. We really appreciate our volunteers who help improve the quality of life for all of the children in care at STARRY. For a complete list of current opportunities and schedules, please visit our website at www.starryonline.org Agency: STARRY Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Great Dads Needed!Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) For more information contact Julia Porter, Watchdog Coordinator. Agency: Union Hill Elementary School Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) For more information contact Julia Porter, Watchdog Coordinator. Agency: Union Hill Elementary School Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >18 years old Zip Code: 78665 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Donations ReceivingIf you are in need of community service for court or probation and would like to perform your community service at The Caring Place, you must come in for one of the two different shifts. They are 8:00am to 12:30 and 12:30 to 4:00pm. You must be 17 years of age or older. Please contact Rita for more information.
Agency: The Caring Place If you are in need of community service for court or probation and would like to perform your community service at The Caring Place, you must come in for one of the two different shifts. They are 8:00am to 12:30 and 12:30 to 4:00pm. You must be 17 years of age or older. Please contact Rita for more information.
Agency: The Caring Place Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >16 years old Zip Code: 78683 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Client AdvocateAssess client needs, determine eligibility for services, generate vouchers, and make referrals. Skills/Qualities preferred: Objective and resourceful, ability to work with a diverse population, ability to be compassionate, but firm and computer skills a must. Agency: The Caring Place Assess client needs, determine eligibility for services, generate vouchers, and make referrals. Skills/Qualities preferred: Objective and resourceful, ability to work with a diverse population, ability to be compassionate, but firm and computer skills a must. Agency: The Caring Place Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >18 years old Zip Code: 78627 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Quality Assurance SpecialistVerify all client data is entered correctly, audit client files, filing. Skills/Qualities preferred: computer skills a must, highly detail oriented, ability to work independently, organized. Agency: The Caring Place Verify all client data is entered correctly, audit client files, filing. Skills/Qualities preferred: computer skills a must, highly detail oriented, ability to work independently, organized. Agency: The Caring Place Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 78626 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Phone OperatorAnswers phones for agency, route calls to appropriate staff/volunteer, answer general questions about the agency. Skills/Qualities preferred: ability to handle multiple calls, must be pleasant, communicate well. Agency: The Caring Place Answers phones for agency, route calls to appropriate staff/volunteer, answer general questions about the agency. Skills/Qualities preferred: ability to handle multiple calls, must be pleasant, communicate well. Agency: The Caring Place Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >18 years old Zip Code: 78626 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Intake SpecialistEnters clients documentation into the computer, ensures all forms are received, communicates with reception if more documentation is required. Skills/Qualities perferred: computer skills, organized, ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Agency: The Caring Place Enters clients documentation into the computer, ensures all forms are received, communicates with reception if more documentation is required. Skills/Qualities perferred: computer skills, organized, ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Agency: The Caring Place Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 78626 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Homework HelpersHomework helpers needed for both sites working with Elementary Aged students. Reading and Math. 3:45pm to 4:45pm Monday to Thursday.
Agency: Boys & Girls Club of Georgetown Homework helpers needed for both sites working with Elementary Aged students. Reading and Math. 3:45pm to 4:45pm Monday to Thursday.
Agency: Boys & Girls Club of Georgetown Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: MentorProvide mentoring and support to single parents who are working towards higher education or are getting job training.
Agency: New Beginnings Mentoring Ministry Provide mentoring and support to single parents who are working towards higher education or are getting job training.
Agency: New Beginnings Mentoring Ministry Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 78683 Allow Groups: No |