The Teens Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, and growth of teen-focused programs and youth outreach initiatives. This role helps create engaging opportunities for youth leadership, participation, and community involvement while ensuring smooth communication and registration support for programs and events.

Time Commitment: 5–10 hours per month
Type: Volunteer / Part-Time Community Support Role

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate teen and youth-focused programs and activities
• Support outreach efforts to engage teens and families in the community
• Assist with registration and onboarding for leadership programs, workshops, and events
• Communicate with participants, parents, and volunteers as needed
• Help promote youth initiatives through social media, email, and community partnerships
• Track participation and provide basic organizational support
• Collaborate with the Afiwi team to strengthen youth engagement initiatives

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about youth empowerment and community development
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable communicating with teens and families
• Strong interpersonal and coordination skills
• Experience working with youth, camps, schools, or community programs is an asset
• Comfortable using email, online forms, and basic digital tools
• Able to work independently and collaboratively

Areas of Focus

• Teen leadership development
• Youth outreach and engagement
• Program coordination
• Community participation
• Registration and communications support

About Afiwi Groove School

Afiwi Groove School is a community-based arts and culture organization dedicated to empowering youth through music, arts, and creative expression. Through workshops, camps, and performances, Afiwi provides young people with opportunities to develop artistic skills, confidence, and leadership while celebrating Caribbean and global cultural traditions.

Role Overview

Location: Pickering, Ontario (In-person / Hybrid)
Position Type: Volunteer

Afiwi Groove School is seeking an organized and enthusiastic Volunteer Coordinator – Showcases & Camps to support the successful planning and delivery of youth camps and showcase events. This role focuses on recruiting, organizing, and supporting volunteers who assist with program activities, events, and performances.

The Volunteer Coordinator will help ensure that Afiwi’s camps and showcases run smoothly by building a strong volunteer team and creating a positive experience for both volunteers and participants.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and onboard volunteers for Afiwi showcases, camps, and special events.
• Coordinate volunteer schedules and assignments during programs and events.
• Serve as the main point of contact for volunteers during camps and showcases.
• Support volunteer orientation and ensure volunteers understand their roles and responsibilities.
• Work with program staff to identify volunteer needs for camps and performances.
• Ensure volunteers help create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for youth participants.
• Track volunteer participation and maintain volunteer contact lists and records.
• Recognize and support volunteer engagement through appreciation and feedback.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Experience working with volunteers, youth programs, or community events.
• Ability to communicate clearly and manage multiple tasks.
• Friendly and approachable personality with strong leadership skills.
• Passion for arts, youth development, and community engagement.

Assets

• Experience coordinating community events, camps, or performances.
• Experience working with youth arts programs or nonprofit organizations.
• Ability to manage schedules and organize teams of volunteers.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 3–5 hours per week, with additional time during camps and showcase events.

This is a fantastic opportunity for students to gain leadership experience, earn volunteer hours, and support innovative programming.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support instructors with daily camp activities and set up.
2. Assist campers with hands-on projects and tasks.
3. Help supervise group transitions, breaks, and outdoor time.
4. Encourage positive participation, creativity, and teamwork.
5. Serve as a role model for campers in behaviour, attitude, and communication.
6. Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and engaging camp envioronment.  

Ideal Candidate:

1. Demonstrate responsibility, patience, and a genuine interest in working with other children or students.
2. Be enthusiastic about STEAM subjects.
3. Be punctual, reliable, and collaborative.
4. Possess strong communication and leadership skills.

Benefits:

1. Earn community service hours.
2. Gain hands-on experience in leadership and education.
3. Build your resume and references.
4. Receive a Certificate of Participation. 

If you are ready to make a difference and help bring STEAM to life for learners, we'd love to hear from you! 

The RMG Learning and Engagement Department is currently looking for volunteers to assist with the delivery of a variety of educational programming, primarily Summer Camp! Assisting the Learning and Engagement Department is an excellent way to learn about a range of artistic techniques and practices, as well as gain valuable practical experience working with children of all ages. Please complete the volunteer form https://rmg.on.ca/support/volunteer/

Please note: You must be 16 years old and if you are 18 years old or older, you must submit a recent vulnerable screening records check. 

As a Camp Volunteer, you’ll play a key role in creating a safe, active, and positive camp environment. Volunteers can select from the following session options:
·         Morning session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (15 hours/week)
·         Afternoon session: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (15 hours/week)
·         Full-day session: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (35 hours/week)

Volunteers may assist with a variety of tasks, including:
·         Supporting staff in coaching and supervising children
·         Helping organize and maintain soccer equipment
·         Assisting with setup, cleanup, and general camp operations
·         Ensuring a safe, clean, and inclusive environment for all campers
·         Encouraging teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun!

Qualities we are looking for:
·         Passionate about soccer, sports, and working with children
·         Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic team players
·         Responsible, reliable, and eager to learn
·         Committed to helping campers have a memorable summer experience

Eligibility: The eligibility criteria are:
·         Volunteers must be at least 14 years old by the start of their volunteer week.
·         Those aged 16+ may also be eligible for a Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) or Camp Counsellor position.
·         Volunteers aged 18 or older must submit a Police Background Check.
·         Volunteer spots are limited at each location—early applications are encouraged!

How to apply: Visit our website at royalsoccer.com and follow these 5 steps:
1.       Visit our EMPLOYMENT page.
2.       Click on the province you are in (feel free to watch our Staff Testimonial video).
3.       Review the STAFF INTRO PACKAGE by clicking on this blue button and also review the Volunteer description (at the bottom of the page).
4.       To apply, click the APPLY NOW button, and setup an account.
5.       Complete the Volunteer Online Application by clicking the appropriate blue box under the ‘Start a New Application’ section. 

If you have any issues or questions during the process, please feel free to contact us at 1-800-427-0536 or email volunteer@royalsoccer.com.  We look forward to you joining our team. 

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS provide safe, reliable transportation for children, youth and families to/from
appointments , family visits, school and camp.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide local and long distance transportation for children.
• Abide by the rules of the road and all driving/automobile related laws.
• Properly use child restraints, according to current standards.
• Follow all policies and procedures related to volunteer driving as outlined in Volunteer Services.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENT
• Driver’s abstract must be submitted prior to commencing as a Volunteer Driver and will be completed
on an annual basis.
• Must have and maintain a mechanically sound and safe vehicle at all times
• Must have, and maintain, a minimum of $1,000,000 liability insurance.
• Adherence to mandatory seatbelt and child restraint regulations.
• Experience with children an asset.
•Reliability, flexibility, patience and confidentiality are all required.
•Must have a good driving record, acceptable police check and driver’s abstract.
•Must have a valid G driver’s license at all times

VOLUNTEER SECREENING
To become an approved volunteer with the Society, all applicants must complete the
screening process. Acceptance will be based on the results of this process.

• Volunteers must be 18 years or older.
• Volunteers must live or work in the Durham Region.
• Applicants will complete an application form.
• An internal Society records check will be completed to determine any Society involvement.
• A provincial records check will be completed within the Child Protection Information Network (CPIN)
• Applicants will provide the names of three references. 
• Applicants will provide a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector screening
• Applicants will provide proof of a valid driver’s license and a favorable driver’s abstract from the Ministry of Transportation when an assignment involves transporting children, youth and families.
• Applicants will be interviewed by a RAD team member to determine their suitability as a volunteer.
• Applicants will provide a Release of Information to contact other Children’s Aid Societies when there has been involvement or if they have resided outside of the Region for the last 10 years.
• Applicants will attend and complete New Volunteer Training
• Applicants must sign an Oath of Confidentiality
• Applicants will sign the Volunteer Agreement
• The applicant will be notified when they have been either approved or denied.