Junior Leaders Volunteer Program

JUNIOR LEADERS VOLUNTEER PROGRAM FOR INCOMING GRADES 9TH TO 12TH FOR FALL 2024 
This exciting new program is for Incoming 9th to 12th Graders for Fall 2024 who have previously participated in the ARPD Summer Teen Volunteer Program.  The program aims to prepare Junior Leaders to enter the workforce, and further hone their skills to effectively work with youth while having a fun and meaningful learning experience.
Junior Leaders will be assigned to work alongside Staff in various ARPD youth programs based on need.  In addition to their daily shift, Junior Leaders will participate in a weekly "Staff" meeting with Recreation Supervisor and/or Recreation Manager.  Junior Leaders will learn how to be responsible for leading activities with youth.

How Do I Apply?

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES: 
For Incoming 9th to 12th Grades For Fall 2024
We encourage candidates who have previously participated in the ARPD Summer Teen Volunteer Program to apply.  Applicant pool is limited to the first 20 applicants who register online.  All applicants are interviewed and 8 Jr. Leaders are selected for the program.
If you meet the program requirements, Register Online

PARENTS/GUARDIANS:

Your tween/teen is responsible for all correspondence regarding the Summer Teen Volunteer Programs, such as the Junior Leaders Volunteer Program, beginning with the application process and continuing throughout their volunteer service.

This program strives to prepare your tween/teen for his/her first job.  The more responsibility that your tween/teen volunteer has in the successful execution of completing their service, the better prepared they will be to apply for jobs and enter the workplace.
Please ask your tween/teen to call, email, organize and initiate!  Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.  Questions?  Please direct your teen/tween to contact Ashley Cendejas, Recreation Assistant by email, acendejas@alamedaca.gov or call her at 510-747-7575.
ARPD PROGRAMS FOLLOW ALL STATE AND COUNTY HEALTH PROTOCOLS
Monday through Friday, July 8 to August 2, 2024 (4 weeks)
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Cost Per Person:  $240 - enrollment fee for selected candidates is due after interview, and only upon selection for the program
  • Junior Leaders will work a 5-hour shift daily within the hours of 8:00 am to 5:30 pm.
  • Shift times and park assignments will be made based on Department need.
  • Weekly "Staff" meeting will be held each Wednesday during the program dates from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm at the Veteran's Memorial Building, 2203 Central Avenue, Alameda.
DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS PROGRAM IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR ANY PROGRAM DATES BETWEEN 8:00 AM TO 5:30 PM (with the exception of healthcare needs, i.e., Doctor Appointments, etc.)
PROGRAM PREREQUISTES: 
For Incoming 9th to 12th Grades for Fall 2024 - we encourage candidates who have previously participated in the ARPD Summer Teen Volunteer Program
 Applicant pool is limited to the first 20 applicants who register online.
All applicants are interviewed and 8 Junior Leaders are selected for the program.
If you meet the program requirements, Register Online for Class #24821

MANDATORY INTERVIEW DATE, LOCATION AND TIME:

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Veteran's Memorial Building
2203 Central Avenue, Room 390
Alameda, CA 94501
NO MAKE-UP INTERVIEW DATE WILL BE OFFERED
NO EMAIL REMINDER WILL BE SENT FOR THE INTERVIEW SO BE SURE TO ATTEND!
CHECK YOUR EMAIL AND MAKE PAYMENT! 
You will be notified by Thursday, June 6, 2024 whether or not you have been selected to participate in the program.
ARPD will send you an invoice for the $240 payment once you have been selected.
If accepted, you MUST attend the Mandatory Junior Leader Training on: 
Friday, June 14, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Veteran's Memorial Building
2203 Central Ave, Room 390
Alameda, CA 94501
Again, you will not receive an email reminder for this training
Your schedule for your first week will be sent on Monday, June 24, 2024 (approximately 2 weeks) prior to your first day. 
SHOW UP ON TIME ON YOUR FIRST DAY, MONDAY, JULY 8, 2024, IN THE PROVIDED UNIFORM AND BE READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
A $20 fee will be accessed to withdraw your tween/teen from the program session.  Cancellations must be requested no later than Monday (7 days) prior to the first day of the program.
 NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED FOR WITHDRAWALS MADE THEREAFTER

Contact Us

Phone

510-747-7529

Fax

510-523-4071

Email

arpd@alamedaca.gov

Location

Alameda

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