CAPN Volunteer Jobs

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer with the Children at Play Network? Take a look at the job descriptions below.

Bernheim Children’s Play Garden – Ambassador

As Bernheim takes a leadership role in the regional work of redefining outdoor play environments the Bernheim Children’s Play Garden will become more and more valuable as a proving ground for outdoor play. Through the CAPN program (www.childrenatplaynetwork.com)

Time commitment:

Minimum two-hour blocks in one day. Can be scheduled for both weekdays and weekends.

Advance scheduling can take place through the CAPN Coordinator:

Melissa Rue – mrue@bernheim.org

Conditions:

Outdoor. Active.

Overview of volunteer activities:

General CPG oversight including providing information to visitors about the CAPN and play
Safety checklist
Maintain high public appearance standards
Cleanout and maintenance of the CPG “play box”
Loose parts patrol – maintain control over tree cookies and other loose parts
Mulch and landscapes maintenance
Observation and documentation of use
Promote CAPN and upcoming CAPN activities

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Bernheim Children at Play Network – Volunteer Play Facilitator

Activities of the CAPN include free play days both on-site and off-site as well as periodic on-site events for teachers, parents and others. Volunteer Play Facilitators are trained by shadowing our staff of Play Facilitators during planned free play days.

Time Commitment:

Scheduled in advance on an as-needed basis in conjunction with scheduled free play days. Both on and off site opportunities exist. Time commitments are determined by the specific event but in most cases a minimum two-hour time block will be scheduled.