Volunteer

How To Get Involved

We have roles open in different program areas around the Club. Find what works best for you!

Fill out our Volunteer Inquiry Form here! Let us know how you want to share your time and talents!

Please note that CORI/SORI and background verification forms will are required to volunteer at BGCD. These can be found in the lobbies of our 3 Clubhouses or printed from our website (see below). Completed forms can be scanned, mailed or dropped off to our front desk, or emailed to mpierce@bgcdorchester.org.

We will reach out to you once we receive your application and work to place you where we need you the most!

Email Volunteer Coordinator Macy Pierce at mpierce@bgcdorchester.org.

Volunteers play a critical role at our Clubs...

by helping sustain our operations and transforming the lives of our members! As little as one hour a week is all it takes to have a positive impact on a child’s life. Our volunteers work directly with youth as mentors, tutors, coaches, and so much more. 

We also welcome corporate and other groups seeking service opportunities. Whether one-time or recurring service projects, a group of motivated volunteers can transform a space or engage members in a special activity! 

Learn more about each program below.

Assist with developing academic and social skills of individual members in our Education program. As a mentor you will have the opportunity to make a significant difference in the life of a member as you assist them in their educational journey.

Commitment

  • We ask for a commitment of one hour a week from October through May as well as attendance at fun mentor/member social activities at the club 2-3 times/year.

Qualifications & Expectations

  • Positive, friendly attitude
  • Patience
  • Engaging
  • Flexible
  • Follows directions from staff
  • Communicate respectfully

You can help create a welcoming, safe, and engaging atmosphere for members after school while helping to build positive relationships with youth. You’ll help lead and oversee activities, and aid in maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly space.

Commitment

  • Gamesroom: 2pm – 6pm
  • Art Room: 3pm – 8pm
  • Teen Center: 2pm – 5pm
  • Enrichment Programming: 6pm – 8:30pm


Qualifications & Expectations

  • Positive, friendly attitude
  • Patience
  • Engaging
  • Flexible
  • Follows directions from staff
  • Communicate respectfully

You’ll assist with or create athletics programming to create a positive learning experience for members. Maintain a safe and encouraging environment.

Commitment

  • General Athletics: We ask for a commitment of at least on hour weekly Mondays through Fridays 2pm – 6pm.
  • Fitness Instruction: Any time between 2pm – 8pm Monday through Friday.

 

Qualifications & Expectations

  • Positive, friendly attitude
  • Patience
  • Engaging
  • Flexible
  • Follows directions from staff
  • Communicate respectfully
  • Experience in coaching is helpful though not required
  • Certification in theme of class you want to teach (Fitness Instruction)

You’ll assist with Special Events being put on by the Club to ensure their success. 

Commitment

  • Depending on specific event. Please contact us about our upcoming events!

Qualifications & Expectations

  • Accept direction/assigned role from BGCD staff at event
  • Approach tasks with positive attitude
  • Ensure guests have a fulfilling experience 
  • Follows directions from staff
  • Communicate respectfully
  • Experience with special events helpful but not required

You’ll help out in the Pool Area, assist in Swimming Lessons or with the Swim Team. Roles include Meet Cards, Bullpen, Starters, Timers and Ribbons.

Commitment

  • Flexible based on Swim Lesson times & Swim Team Meets.

Qualifications & Expectations

  • Jump into deep water from side of pool
  • Maintain position in water by treading or floating for 1 minute
  • Rotate one full turn then turn as necessary to orient to the exit point
  • Swim front crawl and/or elementary backstroke for 25 yards
  • Behavior Expecyations: Kind, polite, and eager to assist members during lessons or meets with a positive attitude

For more information, contact Volunteer Coordinator, Macy Pierce at mpierce@bgcdorchester.org.

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