VOLUNTEER

We will do our best to match your interests, skills and schedule with the needs of our agency and the children we serve.  By modeling for children the kinds of expectations they need to succeed, you help them develop into productive citizens of the community.  We urge you to become a strong advocate by sharing your experiences and encouraging children to have a positive attitude that will get them through challenging times as they grow and learn.

CURRENT VOLUNTEER NEEDS

Volunteers are currently needed for the following duties/events:

Location	Volunteer Needs	To volunteer, contact:
Cedar Rapids	Volunteers for annual golf event: Need individuals interested in volunteering for Four Oaks' largest fund-raiser, the annual golf outing on Monday, August 16.  People are needed to assist with a variety of tasks on that day, including ball-spotting.  Volunteer opportunities may also be available to assist with preparations for the event.  Tasks may include scheduling volunteers for the event, mailings and packet assembly.	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
Cedar Rapids	Academic Enrichment: Volunteers are needed to assist in classrooms in a summer academic enrichment program for at-risk children, ages 5-12 at the Four Oaks Bridge, 2100 First Ave., NE.  The program runs Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
Cedar Rapids	Teachers' Aides: Volunteers needed to work as teachers' aides in a summer academic enrichment program for at-risk children in grades K-5 at the Cedar Valley housing complex, 3000 J Ave., SW.  The academic and recreational programs will be offered Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., June 14-August 13.	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
Multiple Sites	Internships: Internship opportunities are available at various Four Oaks sites for various programs, including:  Residential Treatment, Community Engagement, Finance, and Psychiatric Medical Institute for Children.  Great opportunities for current college students or interested life-learners.	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
Cedar Rapids	Volunteer-Outdoor Cleaning: Need a group of volunteers for general landscape/outdoor clean-up at the Cedar Valley Apartments, 3000 J St SW, Cedar Rapids. Great community service project!	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
Cedar Rapids	Volunteer-Activity Assistant: Our Recreation Department is seeking volunteers that can assist Recreation Therapists with implementing groups, playing games and joining unit activities. Volunteers are also needed to provide opportunities for one-on-one attention with children (play games, help with homework, etc.).	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
Cedar Rapids	Volunteer-Therapeutic Recreation Internship: Our Recreation Department has an opportunity for a 12 to 14-week internship, to meet the academic requirements for Therapeutic Recreation students.  Students will learn the basics of Therapeutic Recreation (assessments, planning, implementation, documentation and evaluation). Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge of a variety of social, emotional and psychological impairments during this internship experience.	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
Cedar Rapids	Volunteer-Unit Activities: Need individuals interested in working with students in the computer room at the Four Oaks Smith Center or the Dummermuth Intergenerational Center (the Bridge), including doing some instruction and assisting the students in broadening their computer knowledge and experience.	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
All Sites	Volunteer-Unit Activities: Need individuals interested in working with children (help with homework, play games, read books, etc.) at Four Oaks facilities. For consistency, volunteer will be asked to commit to a regular schedule.	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org
Iowa City	Volunteer - cleaning: Need volunteers to do deep-cleaning at 1916 Waterfront Dr.; hours flexible and will be determined by volunteer availability.	Margie Connors-Boe (319) 784-2012 mconnors-boe@fouroaks.org

ON-GOING VOLUNTEER NEEDS
Volunteers are needed at special events and on a regular basis throughout the year.  Whether you spend a few hours a week, a few hours a month, or help us once or twice a year, there are always opportunities to volunteer at Four Oaks! Here are a few choices: 

• Unit Activity Volunteer:  Play games with children; Read books to a group; Adopt a residential unit of 4-8 children to help recognize children’s birthdays, holidays and special events
• Clerical:  Help with filing, data entry, copying or computer work
• Maintenance:  Help with odd jobs; General labor, cleaning & repair; Painting
• Special Events Volunteer:  Work at special fund-raising events to assure future programming; Assist on event day (i.e. Four Oaks Family Events—spring, summer and fall; Wendy’s Four Oaks Golf Classic—June; Back-to-School Supply Drive—summer; Holiday Project—winter)