Volunteer: Program Assistant
About This Volunteer Position
As an Education Programs Volunteer, you will...
Assist experienced naturalists who lead adult and/or family audience nature learning experiences at sanctuaries and other natural areas
Help Mass Audubon in achieving our goal of helping adults and families connect with nature and learn how to protect nature now and for future generations
This volunteer position is a great fit for someone who ...
Enjoys interacting with the public and sharing their passion for nature experiences and conservation
You will have the opportunity to ...
Spend time learning with and assisting experienced naturalists/educators
Meet and interact with people who share your interests
Learn more about the natural world, conservation science, ecological stewardship
Responsibilities
As a volunteer, you will assist the program leading with...
Greeting participants as they arrive
Checking in program participants
Distributing equipment to program participants
Supporting participants with using equipment following program leader instruction
Serving as “sweep" on programs, taking up rear to ensure no one gets separated from the group
Assisting program leader and participants with spotting wildlife, plants, etc.
Informally share knowledge about nature subjects with participants and staff
Volunteers may also be asked to ...
Assist program leader with loading and unloading canoes, supplies, or other program material; training will be provided
Assist program leader with collecting, cleaning, and stowing program equipment
Qualifications
A well-qualified volunteer will have...
An interest in sharing your love of nature and conservation with adults and/or families
Personal experience with bird watching, hiking, canoeing, etc.
A general knowledge of local plants and animals and interest in learning more
This volunteer position is suitable for...
Adults aged 18 and older
Requirements
Background Checks:
CORI and SORI background checks are required for all volunteers
Physical:
Walking and standing on uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions (sun, heat, light rain, etc.) during nature walks, birding programs, and hikes
Assist with loading/unloading/moving canoes and other equipment for short periods/distances before and after canoe programs
Equipment:
Mass Audubon will provide all program specific equipment
Volunteer is responsible for personal clothing and footwear
Time Commitment:
Ability to confirm and commit to assisting scheduled programs
Programs range in length from 1-3 hours and volunteer would need to be available for the duration of the program and approximately 30 minutes before and after the program time
Tracking Hours:
Volunteers agree to log their completed volunteer hours in our online volunteer portal. This can be done on a personal phone, computer, or tablet.
Training on how to enter hours will be provided as part of volunteer orientation.
Safety
Maintaining a safe work environment is a priority of Mass Audubon.
Volunteers should dress in long pants/sleeves, wear study, closed-toed shoes, and bring their own snacks and water
Any additional safety training required for this position will be provided for volunteers*
*Additional safety training required for canoeing
Schedule/Shift Information
Volunteer shifts are posted and shared with volunteers for each season of the year and may occasionally be subject to change due to weather or other program scheduling needs
Next Steps
To express interest in this opportunity, click the "Respond" button. In the "Response Notes," share in a few sentences why you are interested and why this is a great volunteer role for you. Please note that this step is only to express interest in this opportunity. A volunteer coordinator will follow up with you about the next steps, which will include a brief conversation and a background check before you begin volunteering.
Place: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
About This Volunteer Position
As an Education Programs Volunteer, you will...
Assist experienced naturalists who lead adult and/or family audience nature learning experiences at sanctuaries and other natural areas
Help Mass Audubon in achieving our goal of helping adults and families connect with nature and learn how to protect nature now and for future generations
This volunteer position is a great fit for someone who ...
Enjoys interacting with the public and sharing their passion for nature experiences and conservation
You will have the opportunity to ...
Spend time learning with and assisting experienced naturalists/educators
Meet and interact with people who share your interests
Learn more about the natural world, conservation science, ecological stewardship
Responsibilities
As a volunteer, you will assist the program leading with...
Greeting participants as they arrive
Checking in program participants
Distributing equipment to program participants
Supporting participants with using equipment following program leader instruction
Serving as “sweep" on programs, taking up rear to ensure no one gets separated from the group
Assisting program leader and participants with spotting wildlife, plants, etc.
Informally share knowledge about nature subjects with participants and staff
Volunteers may also be asked to ...
Assist program leader with loading and unloading canoes, supplies, or other program material; training will be provided
Assist program leader with collecting, cleaning, and stowing program equipment
Qualifications
A well-qualified volunteer will have...
An interest in sharing your love of nature and conservation with adults and/or families
Personal experience with bird watching, hiking, canoeing, etc.
A general knowledge of local plants and animals and interest in learning more
This volunteer position is suitable for...
Adults aged 18 and older
Requirements
Background Checks:
CORI and SORI background checks are required for all volunteers
Physical:
Walking and standing on uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions (sun, heat, light rain, etc.) during nature walks, birding programs, and hikes
Assist with loading/unloading/moving canoes and other equipment for short periods/distances before and after canoe programs
Equipment:
Mass Audubon will provide all program specific equipment
Volunteer is responsible for personal clothing and footwear
Time Commitment:
Ability to confirm and commit to assisting scheduled programs
Programs range in length from 1-3 hours and volunteer would need to be available for the duration of the program and approximately 30 minutes before and after the program time
Tracking Hours:
Volunteers agree to log their completed volunteer hours in our online volunteer portal. This can be done on a personal phone, computer, or tablet.
Training on how to enter hours will be provided as part of volunteer orientation.
Safety
Maintaining a safe work environment is a priority of Mass Audubon.
Volunteers should dress in long pants/sleeves, wear study, closed-toed shoes, and bring their own snacks and water
Any additional safety training required for this position will be provided for volunteers*
*Additional safety training required for canoeing
Schedule/Shift Information
Volunteer shifts are posted and shared with volunteers for each season of the year and may occasionally be subject to change due to weather or other program scheduling needs
Next Steps
To express interest in this opportunity, click the "Respond" button. In the "Response Notes," share in a few sentences why you are interested and why this is a great volunteer role for you. Please note that this step is only to express interest in this opportunity. A volunteer coordinator will follow up with you about the next steps, which will include a brief conversation and a background check before you begin volunteering.
Place: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Opportunity Type: Volunteer
Date: Flexible
Zip Code: 01240
Allow Groups: No
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