Peer Volunteer

Children and teens have a unique opportunity to become a Peer Volunteer for Helping Hand Center’s School for Children with Autism.

Peer Volunteer Opportunity

Hang out, play games, cook etc. with Helping Hand male and female students with autism in one of the four classrooms:

• Class D – 3-6 year olds
• Class A – 6 -9 year olds
• Class B – 10 -13 year olds
• Class C – (High School) 14 - 22 year old

Age appropriate peers for Class D and A requires they have their own adult supervision.

When Volunteers are Needed

• There are year round opportunities
• 1 - 2 times per week for at least six weeks
• 1 - 2 hours at a time, Monday though Friday, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Requirements for prospective student peer volunteers

• Able to function independently
• 3.0 - 4.0 GPA
• 2 references (not relatives)
• In-person interview (5 - 10 minutes)
• Must have own transportation

Questions for prospective student peer volunteers

• Why do you want to volunteer to work at Helping Hand School?
• How did you hear about Helping Hand School?
• What experience do you have working with children with disabilities?
• What is your specific availability?
• What is your age and GPA?

For more information, please contact Carolyn Kline at (708)352-3580 ext. 280, or carolyn.kline@hhcenter.org.