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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED @ THE SAN MARCOS

YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU:

YSB’S MISSION: “To assist the youth of San Marcos and Hays County communities to become contributing members of society as adults.”

Problem: Youth residing in the San Marcos and Hays County communities face obstacles created by a lack of material resources, a safe environment to develop positive socialization skills, lack of role models, low expectations or stigmas by community, and negative peer pressure.

Target Group: Youth residing in San Marcos and Hays County communities between the ages of 11-17.

Need: Volunteers who are active, creative, and interested in creating positive influences

for our San Marcos youth.

Location: The Youth Service Bureau is located upstairs in the Southside Community

Center at 518 South Guadalupe Street.

Times: Our After School Program runs every Monday-Thursday from 4 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

However, volunteers can help out any time of the day depending on their schedules.

Contact: Julie Hollar @ julie@ysb.org or call for information (512-396-KIDS).

Expectations of a Volunteer at YSB: To take the opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life. We need people to support our youth by encouraging each child’s individual qualities and personal strengths. We expect our volunteers to set good examples for our youth. Any vulgar behavior or language will not be tolerated and you will be asked to leave.

TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER:

· We accept applications at the beginning of each Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.

· You may call with questions or download an application.

· Call to schedule times to tour our facility and to turn in applications.

· Must pass a Criminal Background Check.

· Must attend a Volunteer Training Session.

· We ask that each student try to attend our program at least once a week.

· Those who want to help with special functions only must still fill out an application.

Interns Needed For The Following Positions:

1. Program Coordinator

2. Community Service Coordinator

3. Volunteer Coordinator