Haverhill Public Library Volunteer Opportunities

 

POSITION:	Teen Volunteers Corps Haverhill Public Library	Teen Advisory Board Member Haverhill Public Library
TIME COMMITMENT:	Typically 4 hours per month, plus initial 45 minute training.  Must be willing to commit to a set schedule.	Typically meets once a month (during the school year) for 1 to 2 hours.
REQUIREMENTS	VOLUNTEER APPLICATION (opens in Microsoft Word- applications are also available at the Reference/Information Desk or through the Teen Services Librarian) Must be 14 -18 years of age Must be a resident of Haverhill Must be reliable and self-motivated	Teen Advisory Board Member Application (opens in Microsoft Word- applications are also available through the Teen Services Librarian) Must be in 7th - 12th grade. Volunteers must be self-motivated and willing to work in a group environment.
JOB DESCRIPTION:	Volunteers complete a variety of projects, as determined by the Young Adult Librarian, including but not limited to shelving and straightening.	Volunteers meet once a month to suggest materials to be added to the library collection, plan programs for young adults, and to brainstorm ways the library can better meet the needs of the teen population in Haverhill.
TRAINING	Volunteers must attend a 1 hour orientation and training	No training is required.

WHAT WILL I GET OUT OF IT?
An opportunity to learn and practice job related skills
Satisfaction of knowing that you are helping your community
Something different and interesting to do
An opportunity to meet new people
Volunteer experience, which looks great on college, scholarship, and job applications

Email us at alauzon@mvlc.org

06.19.08    Back to the Top