The document provides information for volunteers at the Boys & Girls Club of Geneva. It discusses the mission to empower youth, key elements of positive youth development like safe environments and supportive relationships. It addresses transportation options, the importance of attendance, appropriate attire, expectations of being engaged and a role model. It gives ideas for the first session like behavior management and addressing different learning styles. Additional requirements include an end of semester survey and getting a picture taken. Contact information is provided for Civic Leaders.

2. Welcome to Volunteering!
Thank you!
Your commitment to the Boys &
Girls Club of Geneva, the Boys &
Girls Club Teen Center, and the
children of Geneva as a volunteer
means a lot!

3. Mission Statement
Boys & Girls Club of Geneva:
To empower all young people in
our community, especially
those who need us most, to
reach their full potential.

4. 5 KEY ELEMENTS OF
POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Input:
Safe and Positive Environment
Supportive Relationships
Fun!
Opportunities and Expectations
Recognition
Output:
Academic Success
Strong Moral Character
Leading a Healthy Lifestyle

5. Transportation
Vans on specific days
Car pooling
Van Certification:
21 or older
Drivers license for a least 3 years
Meeting place: Fed-Ex box in Medbery Parking Lot
Show up 5 minutes before transportation is scheduled to leave.

6. The Importance of Your
Attendance
It’s all about the kids
Be up front about your commitments
If you miss 2 sessions your commitment will need to be reevaluated
If you are going to miss a session contact a Civic Leader the day before if
possible. If you wake up ill, contact the Civic Leader as soon as possible.
Make sure to follow the schedule!!!
Sign-in upon arrival in the HWS volunteers binder

7. Attendance Continued…
If the Geneva City School District is closed you are
not required to volunteer on those days.
If you would still like to attend it is your responsibility
to contact your site supervisor for permission.
You will need to find your own transportation to and
from the site.

8. Attire
Think about the population you are working with
You’re an example
Casual is okay, but not too casual
Dress for active participation, no open toed shoes
Keep it appropriate!

9. Expectations
You need to take the initiative
Engagement, engagement, engagement!
Not a typical volunteer position or environment
You are a role model
Take advantage of the time that you are there
Help wherever you are needed, be ready for anything!
If expectations are not met your role will be reevaluated.

10. SOME IDEAS
Be on time, prepared with your materials and ready
to learn/tutor
Participate and ask questions
Keep a positive attitude, even when you are
frustrated or tired
Always try and ask for help when you need it
Use appropriate language at all times
Speak with respect

11. First Session…

12. Behavior Management: First Impressions Are Extremely
Important
-Be professional and friendly, and remember to remind
the kids that you are there to help them and that literally
no question they may ask is stupid or silly.
Everyone Learns Differently and Each Person is Unique
-Students process information in different ways. Some
learners are reflective; they need time to mentally digest
new information; others are active – they like to learn by
doing things.

13. Additional Volunteer
Requirements
End of Semester Survey
Fill out a survey at the end of the semester so we can
improve the program for future volunteers.

14. Review
Transportation
Attendance
Attire
Expectations
Make sure to get your picture taken on the way out
THANK YOU!!!!

15. Contact Us- Save Our Numbers
Civic Leaders!
Madeline Lacey- 203-848-9575(Goodman Street):
Pamela Icyeza(Goodman Street): 315-317-8934
Rebecca Czajkowski-631-316-2511
Meredith Surette (Teen Center): 617-791-7222
Hannah Brooks-(Teen Center): 413-325-5259

16. Questions??