Somerset County Park Commission Therapeutic Recreation Department, Bridgewater, Somerset County

Therapeutic Recreation Volunteer, Somerset County Park Commission

Volunteers age 17 and up assist adaptive horseback riding, fitness, cooking and craft programs for people with developmental disabilities.

Can I do this

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Minimum age is 17
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You can come without a guardian
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Guardian waiver
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Background check
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An orientation is needed first
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Car
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Schedule

Ongoing

Format

In person

Service hours are not confirmed

Not stated. Ask them before you start.

About this role

What you would do

Volunteer with adaptive horseback riding sessions
Volunteer with fitness programs that encourage an active and healthy lifestyle
Volunteer with cooking and crafts programs
Work with children, teens and adults with developmental disabilities
Take part in a volunteer orientation prior to the start of programs

The Somerset County Park Commission runs recreation and leisure programs for people with developmental disabilities. Programs include arts and cultural activities, social enrichment, culinary activities, sports and fitness, horticulture and community outings. Most meet in the evening at sites around the county, with occasional weekends. Volunteering runs year round rather than in one season.

Email lshahay@SCPARKS.ORG

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