Volunteer Program
Volunteer services help to fulfill the mission of Griffith Centers for Children (The Center) through the expertise, leadership and assistance of qualified unpaid staff. As a team, The Center recruits, screens, places, supports, values and recognizes volunteers; and educates, supports and recognizes The Center employees who supervise volunteers.
Values
- We value the partnership between volunteers throughout the organization.
- We continually nurture meaningful volunteer involvement. Volunteers understand how their assignment impacts the accomplishment of The Center's mission.
- We foster an environment that supports learning and innovation and encourages volunteers to continually find better ways to carry out The Center's mission.
- We provide a work environment that attracts volunteers who demonstrate initiative and competence and fosters teamwork, professionalism and pride.
- We uphold the highest standards for volunteers in creating a rewarding resident experience.
- We commit to serving our residents and their families in everything we do from greeting our residents with a smile to being courteous and professional in our day-to-day contacts.
- We embrace diversity in the volunteer workforce.
- We involve volunteers in leadership roles and provide opportunities for feedback.
- To be committed to cooperation, teamwork, service, responsibility, respect for self and others, health in body, mind and spirit.
Mission
To fully utilize the community's support and involvement in assisting youth in becoming healthy and productive members of the community.
Vision
To have a highly productive and skilled volunteer workforce that furthers the capacity of youth and their families to achieve healthy functioning.
If any of these volunteer opportunities interest you or your service organization, please contact:
Barb Ritchie, Chief Development Officer
Griffith Centers for Children
Phone: 303-237-6865 ext. 12
Email: barb.ritchie@griffithcenters.org
Griffith Centers for Children
Phone: 303-237-6865 ext. 12
Email: barb.ritchie@griffithcenters.org
We know that with your help we can make a difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.