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"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." Aesop
The mission of the Volunteer Program is to enhance and extend the County of Sonoma's ability to provide services through training, relationship development, and by connecting people with opportunities to serve the community.
Established in 1984, the County of Sonoma Volunteer Program places hundreds of people each year throughout County departments. Countless volunteers invest energy, skills, and talent to make Sonoma County a better place to live.
Volunteering is one of the greatest forms of civic engagement. America was built by volunteers and it continues to thrive because of our community's volunteer spirit.
Learn more by visiting the County of Sonoma's Volunteer Program.
About
Sonoma County is very fortunate to have other agencies in our community that strengthen community service efforts in Sonoma County. Please visit some of these other websites for additional information about volunteerism in Sonoma County:
The Volunteer Center of Sonoma County
Volunteer Solutions
VolunteerMatch - Search for local opportunities
Below are the current volunteer opportunities available at this time. Please check back as these may change frequently. Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the County of Sonoma!
Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Volunteers
Become a Child Advocate. Give the Gift of Time and Friendship This Holiday Season!
A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a trained volunteer appointed by a judicial officer to provide advocacy for a child who is under the jurisdiction of the courts due to abuse or neglect. The CASA serves as the "eyes and ears" of the judge for children in foster care. Volunteers spend time with children, monitor needed services, and provide child‑focused recommendations to the court based on the best interest of the children they serve.
We invite our community to give the gift of time and friendship to a child in foster care. Juvenile court officials have identified an additional 85 youth who need advocates and CASA is appealing to Sonoma County residents to volunteer.
If you care and have about 10 hours a month to spend, being a CASA can be very gratifying work. A CASA is a powerful voice in a child's life.
The Winter Volunteer Training is scheduled to take place online during the following dates and times: Thursday, January 13th from 10:00-1:30 pm, and continues on Tuesday, January 18th through Thursday, January 20th from 9:00-1:00 pm. For more information and to sign up for the CASA training, contact Heloisa Heinen at 707-565-6375 or info@sonomacasa.org.
Hair Stylist/Barber at Juvenile Hall
The Sonoma County Probation Department is seeking Hair Stylists or Barbers to volunteer to cut hair for youth detained at the Sonoma County Juvenile Hall. The volunteers must provide their own tools and be willing to commit to 2-6 hours per month between 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. We would ideally like to have a consistent, agreed-upon monthly schedule.
Qualifications
21+ years of age
Licensed cosmetologist or barber
Flexible, patient, and interested in engaging in conversation and establishing rapport with youth
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and strict boundaries
No criminal background or felonies; and no probation or court action pending.
If you are interested, please respond to this posting or email volunteer@sonoma-county.org.
Probation - Juvenile Hall - Tutor volunteers
Volunteer Tutors work in conjunction with the Sonoma County Office of Education and tutor residents in math, English, writing, and/or spelling. Under the direction of teacher(s) and correctional staff, individual plans are developed for each resident to meet her/his educational needs.
The ideal volunteer should be well qualified to tutor both high school-level math and English and/or writing. Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age and able to maintain confidentiality and strict boundaries. Volunteers must also be able to attend the Juvenile Hall Volunteer Orientation.
Valley of the Moon Children's Center - Dental Clinic needs volunteer assistants and hygienists! Valley of the Moon Children's Center (VMCC) provides temporary residential care for over 500 children a year who come to the Center after being removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. During their stay at the Center children receive medical, dental, and mental health services and treatment.
Dental Assistant
Prepare patients for dentist's exam
Perform chair‑side duties such as handing instruments and materials to the dentist and operating the suction hose
Assist with patient management during procedures
Take x‑rays
Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies, and equipment
Prepare compounds for cleanings and fillings
Support the maintenance of accurate records or files
Support office duties such as ordering supplies and scheduling appointments
Requires a minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a dental assistant. Must possess a valid license to practice dentistry issued by the California State Board of Dental Examiners and malpractice insurance.
Dental Hygienist
Implement patient screening procedures
Clean and polish teeth to remove plaque and stains
Examine gums for signs of disease
Chart conditions for diagnosis and treatment by a dentist
Apply cavity‑prevention agents such as fluorides and pit and fissure sealants
Take x‑rays
Explain or teach oral hygiene
Prepare clinical and laboratory diagnostic tests
Prepare filling materials, temporary fillings, and periodontal dressings
Makes impressions of patient's teeth for study
Support the maintenance of accurate records or files
Must possess a valid license to practice as a dental hygienist issued by the California State Board of Dental Examiners.
How to submit a volunteer application We Accept Volunteer Applications For Opportunities That Are Available. If You Are Interested In Volunteering For a Listed Opportunity, Please Obtain An Application By One Of The Following Methods:
Pick up an application at Sonoma County Human Resources, located at 575 Administration Drive, Suite 116-B, Santa Rosa, CA 95403.
Obtain the application by clicking here. Once you complete it, you can scan and email it to volunteer@sonoma-county.org, fax it to the Volunteer Program at (707) 565-3770, or you can drop it off at: County of Sonoma, Human Resources Department, Attn: Volunteer Program, 575 Administration Drive, Suite 116-B, Santa Rosa, CA 95403.
Once your application is received it will be forwarded to the department that is soliciting volunteers. The department will review your volunteer application and contact you if they feel your skills and experience are a match for their program.
Thank you for considering volunteering for the County of Sonoma!
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"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." Aesop
The mission of the Volunteer Program is to enhance and extend the County of Sonoma's ability to provide services through training, relationship development, and by connecting people with opportunities to serve the community.
Established in 1984, the County of Sonoma Volunteer Program places hundreds of people each year throughout County departments. Countless volunteers invest energy, skills, and talent to make Sonoma County a better place to live.
Volunteering is one of the greatest forms of civic engagement. America was built by volunteers and it continues to thrive because of our community's volunteer spirit.
Learn more by visiting the County of Sonoma's Volunteer Program.
About
Sonoma County is very fortunate to have other agencies in our community that strengthen community service efforts in Sonoma County. Please visit some of these other websites for additional information about volunteerism in Sonoma County:
The Volunteer Center of Sonoma County
Volunteer Solutions
VolunteerMatch - Search for local opportunities
Below are the current volunteer opportunities available at this time. Please check back as these may change frequently. Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the County of Sonoma!
Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Volunteers
Become a Child Advocate. Give the Gift of Time and Friendship This Holiday Season!
A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a trained volunteer appointed by a judicial officer to provide advocacy for a child who is under the jurisdiction of the courts due to abuse or neglect. The CASA serves as the "eyes and ears" of the judge for children in foster care. Volunteers spend time with children, monitor needed services, and provide child‑focused recommendations to the court based on the best interest of the children they serve.
We invite our community to give the gift of time and friendship to a child in foster care. Juvenile court officials have identified an additional 85 youth who need advocates and CASA is appealing to Sonoma County residents to volunteer.
If you care and have about 10 hours a month to spend, being a CASA can be very gratifying work. A CASA is a powerful voice in a child's life.
The Winter Volunteer Training is scheduled to take place online during the following dates and times: Thursday, January 13th from 10:00-1:30 pm, and continues on Tuesday, January 18th through Thursday, January 20th from 9:00-1:00 pm. For more information and to sign up for the CASA training, contact Heloisa Heinen at 707-565-6375 or info@sonomacasa.org.
Hair Stylist/Barber at Juvenile Hall
The Sonoma County Probation Department is seeking Hair Stylists or Barbers to volunteer to cut hair for youth detained at the Sonoma County Juvenile Hall. The volunteers must provide their own tools and be willing to commit to 2-6 hours per month between 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. We would ideally like to have a consistent, agreed-upon monthly schedule.
Qualifications
21+ years of age
Licensed cosmetologist or barber
Flexible, patient, and interested in engaging in conversation and establishing rapport with youth
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and strict boundaries
No criminal background or felonies; and no probation or court action pending.
If you are interested, please respond to this posting or email volunteer@sonoma-county.org.
Probation - Juvenile Hall - Tutor volunteers
Volunteer Tutors work in conjunction with the Sonoma County Office of Education and tutor residents in math, English, writing, and/or spelling. Under the direction of teacher(s) and correctional staff, individual plans are developed for each resident to meet her/his educational needs.
The ideal volunteer should be well qualified to tutor both high school-level math and English and/or writing. Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age and able to maintain confidentiality and strict boundaries. Volunteers must also be able to attend the Juvenile Hall Volunteer Orientation.
Valley of the Moon Children's Center - Dental Clinic needs volunteer assistants and hygienists! Valley of the Moon Children's Center (VMCC) provides temporary residential care for over 500 children a year who come to the Center after being removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. During their stay at the Center children receive medical, dental, and mental health services and treatment.
Dental Assistant
Prepare patients for dentist's exam
Perform chair‑side duties such as handing instruments and materials to the dentist and operating the suction hose
Assist with patient management during procedures
Take x‑rays
Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies, and equipment
Prepare compounds for cleanings and fillings
Support the maintenance of accurate records or files
Support office duties such as ordering supplies and scheduling appointments
Requires a minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a dental assistant. Must possess a valid license to practice dentistry issued by the California State Board of Dental Examiners and malpractice insurance.
Dental Hygienist
Implement patient screening procedures
Clean and polish teeth to remove plaque and stains
Examine gums for signs of disease
Chart conditions for diagnosis and treatment by a dentist
Apply cavity‑prevention agents such as fluorides and pit and fissure sealants
Take x‑rays
Explain or teach oral hygiene
Prepare clinical and laboratory diagnostic tests
Prepare filling materials, temporary fillings, and periodontal dressings
Makes impressions of patient's teeth for study
Support the maintenance of accurate records or files
Must possess a valid license to practice as a dental hygienist issued by the California State Board of Dental Examiners.
How to submit a volunteer application We Accept Volunteer Applications For Opportunities That Are Available. If You Are Interested In Volunteering For a Listed Opportunity, Please Obtain An Application By One Of The Following Methods:
Pick up an application at Sonoma County Human Resources, located at 575 Administration Drive, Suite 116-B, Santa Rosa, CA 95403.
Obtain the application by clicking here. Once you complete it, you can scan and email it to volunteer@sonoma-county.org, fax it to the Volunteer Program at (707) 565-3770, or you can drop it off at: County of Sonoma, Human Resources Department, Attn: Volunteer Program, 575 Administration Drive, Suite 116-B, Santa Rosa, CA 95403.
Once your application is received it will be forwarded to the department that is soliciting volunteers. The department will review your volunteer application and contact you if they feel your skills and experience are a match for their program.
Thank you for considering volunteering for the County of Sonoma!
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