The City of Torrance Community Services Department is seeking responsible high school students to participate in a Volunteer Leadership Training Program sponsored by the Recreation Services Division. The Leadership Training Program is an excellent opportunity to serve the community, receive valuable training, effectively work with children and adults, and to see what preparation is needed for a job in Recreation.
The Training program consists of five days of instruction in such areas as sport and games, safety and first aid, arts and crafts, communication skills as well as valuable leadership skills. After completion of this training, volunteers serve for 8 weeks assisting Recreation Staff in various program areas. Which may or maynot include; the Nature Center; learning about nature and environmental issues, working with children in a Park or Day Camp setting; Working Youth Sports programs with children (coaching/umpiring/refereeing) or working with Seniors at a Senior Citizen facility (see page 2 of application). Volunteers are limited to 3-5 days per week of service, until completion of the program on August 21, 2009.  Participants will receive a T-shirts and name badge to be worn during service hours and the program will culminate with a recognition event.

If you would like to be considered for the program complete the YLTP Application and return with payment no later than June 1st, 2009. Limited space available, all others will be placed on a waiting list, those not excepted into the program will receive a full refund. Pre-registration is required. For additional information call (310) 618-2720.