Description

Volunteers assisting at this placement have to work together with the psychologist of the Institution who is who knows the global information of the kids they work with.

* First of all the volunteer has to read the existant manual that serves as a base to know the guidelines that will be followed for the group work with the kids.
* Has to participate in the planning of the groups of kids that will attend to the therapies. (Normally they get together every Monday and Friday, an hour daily).
* Has to be in permanent communication with the psychologist so he/she can notice the progress that they achieve with the kids that have different problems.
* Has to help with the records that have every kid´s information and if necessary update that information (progress).
* If circumstances allow it, they could contribute with ideas depending on the knowledge the volunteer has.

The volunteers can also work in other areas of the primary school such as English teaching assistant, or in the Support Center, where they will help the kids with their homework. On the other hand CENIT as part of its progrmas has one that is called Street Outreach, this is another option for the volunteers to help in their psychology free time.

Highlights

The job that CENIT does is admirable in the aspect that they bring kids from the street with many serious problems that they bring from their homes. There is a lot anger and frustration in the kids but at the same time they are happy kids with hopes and dreams since they at least had access to study at CENIT.

In the Psychology area volunteers that will help the psychologist, are needed to organize groups of kids that will be treated and to do group therapies that will take place on Mondays and Fridays one hour every day. Volunteers that will help with the update of information and see the kids progress are also needed.

There are occasions when the volunteers will be required to do visits to the families of the kids.

The work is very methodical since they have to follow the existent manual of CENIT and apply it correctly.

Qualifications

Volunteers should be studying psychology or social work at the time.

Minimum Education

High School

Intern Types

• Psychology
• Social Work

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 3.295 for 8 weeks; USD 250 each additional wk.

Cost Includes:

• Emergency evacuation services
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Language instruction
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Upon arrival in country our staff will pick you up at the airport and return you to our Orientation Center for a safety briefing and general country orientation. For this program you are required to complete one - 4 weeks of language training and orientation which is included in the cost of the program. At the end of that week you will transfer to your placement to begin volunteering. Our staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should you require help of any kind.

Experience Required

yes

Individuals are needed who are approachable, flexible, social, and have open personalities.

Volunteer Types

• Childcare/children
• Social Services, Social Work

Typical Volunteer

We believe everyone can contribute by volunteering. Recent graduates from high school, college or university, professionals taking a career break, recent retirees, individuals or groups who are interested in a change and the chance to enrich their own life and the lives of others. If you are 18 years or older you can apply for any of the placements available. If you are from 16-18 years old you may apply for placements near our Volunteer Abroad Office and Residence, so that we are able to give you more support. Both students and professionals are needed for placements in all our countries.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of Depends on the placement

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

24-48 hrs

Basecamp International Centers's Mission Statement

We believe international volunteering promotes cross-cultural learning that helps create global awareness, understanding between cultures and provides the platform for positive change. Our volunteers have taught in schools, provided disaster relief support for the International Red Cross, conducted essential research to improve the management strategies of threatened environments, built homes for impoverished people, provided vocational training and programs for street kids and have worked in co-operation with hundreds of local organizations to distribute aid and improve the quality of life for people throughout Asia, Africa and Latin America.

Year Founded

1998