Volunteers of America Utah

DBA
VOAUT
Offers Utah's Amplified Mentoring Program to teach youth life skills and foster self-sufficiency. Utilizes volunteers to aid in mentoring, meal service and preparation, activities, and fund raising. Includes Evidence-based program models for prevention including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and also provides a Homeless Outreach Program.
DHHS Codes
DGS, DMM, MIR, MSR, NAE, NCA, NCC, NCN, NDI, NFG, NFT, NFW, NGT, NH1, NH2, NH3, NH4, NM1, NM2, NM3, NM5, NM8, NMC, NMI, NMT, NNC, NPE, NPS, NRG, NRI, NRX, NT2, NT3, NT4, NTA, NTC, NTE, NTX, PCE, PCN, RMM, SIR, VCA, VCG, VCI, VCM, VNA, VNG, VNI, VNM, VOE,
DHHS Contract Numbers
Contract #A02607
Description:

Provides basic needs services and connects individuals experiencing homelessness in Salt Lake County to housing, legal, and medical services. Materials provided include food, water, hygiene supplies, clothes, shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, hand warmers, sleeping bags, and other supplies based on availability.

Eligibility:
Any individual or family experiencing homelessness in Salt Lake County is eligible for services.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call to enroll.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US

Description:

Mentors meet and take students into the community, meeting for 6-8 hours per month, and must commit to 9 months. Group mentoring options are also available. Mentoring young people one on one, provides youth with the support they need to grow and develop into successful members of the community.

Eligibility:
Must have parent/guardian consent, age 12 - 17 and complete a screening process to enroll. Eligibility can be based on risk factors, such as lack of academic success, lack of connection to the community, lack of support at home, and a history of substance abuse.
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Referral from schools, teachers, counselors, and parents. Call to start enrollment process.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US

Description:

Administrative Office Volunteers needed. Must be able to work 2-5 hours a week, M - F on a consistent basis.

Eligibility:
Must be at least 16 years of age.
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, email or visit website to complete the application.
Fees:
$42.25 processing fee
Service Contact Information:

US

volunteer@voaut.org