Current volunteer opportunities

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with UCAN! We have opportunities for individuals, groups and families to serve those in need in our community in a variety of ways! The volunteer opportunities below require an application to be completed by each volunteer, and in some cases, a background check and additional forms are also required.

Senior Services – transportation, senior companions

Youth services – After-school mentoring, Metro West mentors

Family services – Newcomer assistance (assist refugee families)

If you are interested in volunteering for these programs please complete the application below:

Name *

Street Address *

Apartment, suite, etc

City

State/Province

ZIP / Postal Code

Phone *

Email Address *

Date of Birth *

Select Education Level *Education LevelStudentHigh School Graduate/GEDTrade SchoolCollege DegreeMasters or PhD

Languages spoken *

Employer

Certifications

Previous volunteer experience

Emergency Contact *

Emergency Contact Phone *

Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense *Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense?YESNO

(If yes, please explain) A conviction will not necessarily disqualify you as an applicant. A background check is also completed after initial interview.

When are you able to volunteer? *

How did you hear about us?

References

Please list two people who have definite knowledge of your qualifications.

Reference #1

Email Address

Phone

How are you aquainted?

Reference #2

Email Address

Phone

How are you aquainted?

What area of UCAN do you want to volunteer in?Youth ProgrammingSenior servicesFood DistributionClothing ClosetSpecial Events: School Supplies, Winter Boot Drive, etcFundraisingCheck all that apply

What area of UCAN do you want to volunteer in?Youth ProgrammingSenior servicesFood DistributionClothing ClosetSpecial Events: School Supplies, Winter Boot Drive, etcFundraisingCheck all that apply

Volunteer Confidentiality AgreementI agree that I shall hold in confidence all information regarding clients of the Urbandale Community Action Network (UCAN). I will not violate the confidential relationships between the programs, clients, staff ad volunteers. I will not remove any written clients records or copies from the UCAN office. I accept full responsibility for maintaining the confidential and private nature of all client records and information. I understand that I can discuss the client cases assigned to me with UCAN staff, office volunteers, board and other volunteers identified by UCAN staff. I understand that I can only discuss the client without other agencies with authorization from the client and UCAN unless it involves a criminal offense/injury/death. I understand a breach of this agreement could result in the immediate termination of my volunteer position with UCAN.

Volunteer Application Form

Submit Volunteer Application