Description

The volunteer will need to create a digital file of each child and organize the physical files for the organization's office. Support staff with organizing different documents. The volunteer may have the opportunity to help the children with their homework.

Highlights

When a child lives in the SOS Children's Villages it is usually because after successive efforts with the family of origin it is determined that based on the interests of the child he/she should be removed from the environment as they are at risk. The SOS Children's Villages is a long term option for these children.

61% of revenues SOS Costa Rica obtains, depends on national and international donations. The sum of individuals and partner companies is vital to ensure sustainability of programs and create families that are home to many children today with no other protection from their parents.

Qualifications

Be hard working and willing to work on various projects. Have good management and organizational skills.

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
• 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

Volunteers must have Moral character and honesty Physically and mentally fit for the job. Volunteer should be enthusiastic, energetic and with the stamina to work with children and enjoy doing so.

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

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

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