Volunteering

In order to provide safe, inclusive environments for all Florida 4-H Youth, the 4-H Program Development Committee has approved the implementation of a 4-H Volunteer Chaperone Certification that will be implemented this fall. Chaperones need to be at least 21 years old, have completed a screening and back-ground check, and have the recommendation of the agent. The certification will require a minimum number of hours of face to face and/or online training and will cover a variety of topics such as roles and responsibilities, youth development, 4-H events, risk management, and health/medical procedures.

Your desire to work with young people and influence their lives in a positive way is the first step toward becoming a 4-H volunteer.  Onc deciding to volunteer you will want to find a local club in your area.

 

Your desire to work with young people and influence their lives in a positive way is the first step toward becoming a 4-H volunteer.  Onc deciding to volunteer you will want to find a local club in your area.

  • Once deciding to volunteer, you will want to talk to families in your community and determine if there are at least five children of 4-H age who are interested in joining a new club.
  • Next, contact the Lake County 4-H Agent and make an appointment to discuss your plans and begin the application process.
  • Each new club leader must complete an application, provide character references, and agree to submit to a fingerprint criminal history check.
  • Once this is underway; prospective leaders attend a new volunteer orientation to prepare them for the role.
  • Volunteers continue to receive support and training in the form of workshops, monthly leader meetings and newsletters.

All volunteers are encouraged to attend the monthly volunteer meetings.



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