Bend Parks and Rec seeks teen volunteers

Bend Park & Recreation District is seeking teenage volunteers to help with youth recreation, fitness and swimming programs this summer.

Volunteers are needed with MAGIC in the Parks, Fit Kids, cooking and theatre programs for younger children and a few openings are available with the Swim Instructor Aide program at Juniper Swim & Fitness Center. Volunteers help from mid-June through Labor Day.

Volunteers assist with program activities, learn job related skills and gain experience working with younger children. Teen volunteers must enjoy working with youth and be able to create a positive, encouraging environment for participants. Age requirement, necessary training and time commitment varies by program. Minimum age for volunteers is 12 years old.

Teens can apply to volunteer opportunities through the Bend Park & Recreation District online registration site at www.bendparksandrec.org. Volunteer application and criminal history background check (for volunteers 18 years and older) are required. Forms are available online at www.bendparksandrec.org.

For more information, contact Kim Johnson, BPRD Volunteer Coordinator, p. (541) 706-6127, kim@bendparksandrec.org.