Volunteer
Volunteer this summer and be a part of an amazing experience!
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Volunteer This Summer!
Enthusiastic, dedicated volunteers, working under the supervision of staff, help keep our facility running smoothly and become valued members of our Camp Paivika family. Volunteers may provide one-on-one assistance to campers, encourage participation, keep activities going, and of course, have fun!
Daytime volunteer opportunities are also available for youth, service and church groups as long as adult supervision is provided.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 18 (for overnight volunteers only)
- Must pass a Frasco Profiles background check
- Must attend the assigned orientation prior to volunteering
Questions About Volunteering?
Contact Kelly Privitt, Senior Director of Camping Services, at (909) 245-1413 or kprivitt@abilityfirst.org.
Volunteer Roles
Based on your interests and abilities, volunteers help in one of these areas.
Counselor
Assists staff in the personal care of campers, provides supervision of campers, assists in the implementation of camp activities, adheres to all camp policies, other duties as assigned.
Camp Assistant
Must have attended camp in the recent past as a camper. Must be independent with personal care and require limited supervision. Camper assistant positions are very limited. Based on interests and ability level, duties may include assisting in program areas, helping counselors, and janitorial.
Nursing Assistant
An opportunity to observe the camp Registered Nurses and ensure that children and adults who have a wide spectrum of disabilities can fully participate in camp while having their health needs met. Assistants are asked to also function as counselors during times when they are not needed as nursing assistants.
Program Assistant
Maintains the program area and keeps equipment and supplies in order, supervises campers in the area, assists staff in the personal care of campers, and assists in the implementation of camp activities.
Janitorial / Maintenance / Kitchen Helper
Under the direct supervision of the facilities manager, maintains camp facilities, works as a food server during each meal, attends evening programs and assists if needed.
Kitchen Assistant
Assists in all aspects of the kitchen duties, including prepping meals, setting the dining area, washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen and dining room and moving supplies.
Office Assistant
Assists the Camper Service Coordinator with many aspects of the office including copying, stapling, envelope stuffing, data entry and other office duties.