Conference and Kids!

Camp Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are the Heart of SBA!

You can help make the 2011 Spina Bifida Association (SBA) Annual National Conference and
Kids!Camp one to remember! Volunteering is one of the best ways to get connected and learn
about SBA and Spina Bifida, the most common permanently-disabling birth defect in the United
States that occurs when a baby’s spine fails to close during the first few months of pregnancy.
Volunteers are one of the main reasons why the Conference and Kids!Camp are such positive
experiences for people living with Spina Bifida and their family members. Help make the 2011
SBA Annual National Conference and Kids!Camp a success!

Please read the various volunteer descriptions below and specify your preference when you sign
up.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR KIDS!CAMP

Counselor Assistants
Volunteers work staff members in the Infant/Toddler and Pre-School units to assist staff with all
camp activities. Volunteers should be age 16 and older.

Nurse Runners
Volunteers transport Kids!Camp campers to and from the nurse’s station. Volunteers should be
age 16 and older.

Registration Desk Workers

Volunteers assist with check in and check-out of Kids!Camp campers. Volunteers should be
adults.

Group Leaders & Assistant Group Leaders for Youth

Volunteers work with staff members in the Youth unit and serve as small group leaders and
assistant leaders. Volunteers should be age 16 and older.

Group Leaders & Assistant Group Leaders for Teens

Volunteers work with staff members in the Teen unit and serve as small group leaders and
assistant leaders. Volunteers should be adults.

Helpers to Transfer Kids

Volunteers assist in transferring children from wheelchairs into the pool and other activity
settings. Volunteers should be at least 16 and able to lift at least 50 pounds.

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RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide assistance in leading camp activities such as games, crafts and swimming
• Build relationships with campers
• Interact well with Kids!Camp Staff, volunteers and campers
• Assist staff with the supervision of campers to oversee campers in regards to their safety
and enjoyment of the camp experience
• Able to lift 30-50 pounds

AGE GROUPS
• Infants
• Pre-School
• Youth
• Teens

KIDS!CAMP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Daycare Helpers: Sunday, June 26, 2011 from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Day Camp Helpers: Monday, June 27, 2011 from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Day Camp Helpers: Tuesday, June 28, 2011 from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Day Camp Helpers: Wednesday, June 29, 2011 from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Daycare Helpers: Thursday, June 30, 2011 from 8:30 am – 12:00 noon

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR NATIONAL CONFERENCE

PRE CONFERENCE VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers are assigned to assist with Pre-Conference Programs including Adult Day,
Professional Education, and Spanish-Language Day on Sunday, June 26, 2011. Volunteer duties
include:
• Arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of their time block.
• Stay for the entire time block.
• Stay in the assigned room and complete the checklist prior to beginning of each session.
• Pass microphone during question and answer session.
• Collect evaluations at the close of each session.
• Notify SBA staff if there are any problems during the session.

Hours
Adult Day Professional Education Day Spanish Language Day
9:00 am – 12:00 pm 9:00 am – 12:00 pm 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm

PROGRAM SESSION VOLUNTEERS

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Volunteers are assigned to a room during a Program Session time block. Volunteer duties
include:
• Arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of their time block.
• Stay for the entire time block.
• Stay in the assigned room and complete the checklist prior to beginning of each session.
• Pass microphone during question and answer session.
• Collect evaluations at the close of each session.
• Notify SBA staff if there are any problems during the session.

Hours
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
9:00 am – 12 noon 9:15 am – 1:45 pm 9:15 am – 12 noon
2:15 pm – 5:15 pm 2:00 pm – 5: 15 pm 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

HUMAN ARROWS
Volunteers are stationed strategically throughout the hotel to help direct attendees to registration,
the exhibit hall, and other points of interest. Volunteers guide attendees to wheelchair ramps,
elevators, and other accessible facilities.

Hours:
Sunday Monday Tuesday
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm 8:00 am – 9:00 am 8:00 am – 9:00 am

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION AND GENERAL VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers serve in the registration area with check-in, materials distribution, T-shirts, and
general volunteer needs.

Hours:
Sunday Monday Wednesday
7:00 am – 9:00 am 6:30 am – 9:30 am 12:00 pm – 2:45 pm
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR NATIONAL CONFERENCE AND KIDS!CAMP

HOTEL
Disneyland Hotel
1150 Magic Way
Anaheim, CA 92802
Tel: (714) 778-6600

VOLUNTEER CHECK IN
All volunteers need to check in at Registration. Plan to arrive approximately 30 minutes prior to
your actual volunteer time.

INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?

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Interested National Conference volunteers are asked to contact Sara Struwe at 1-800-621-3141,
extension 12 or email sstruwe@sbaa.org.

Interested Kids!Camp applicants are invited to fill out a volunteer application form and return it
to:

Sara Struwe, COO

Spina Bifida Association
4590 MacArthur Blvd, NW, Suite 250
Washington, DC 20007
1-800-621-3141, extension 12
Fax: (202) 944-3295
Email: sstruwe@sbaa.org

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 Kids!Camp Volunteer Application

Name

Address

City State Zip Code

Home Phone Cell Phone

Date of Birth Age Sex Female Male

Interests

Dietary Restrictions
Lunch is provided to Kids!Camp volunteers.

T-Shirt Size (Please Check One):

Small Medium Large XL XXL

If 18 or older
Occupation Work Number

I understand that I have applied to be a volunteer for Kids!Camp sponsored by the Spina Bifida
Association for the dates listed above. I give my permission for all formats of photos and videos
of me taken during Kids!Camp to be used by the Spina Bifida Association in its electronic and
print publications. As a volunteer, I recognize that there are certain risks of injury and assume the
full risk of any injuries, damages or loss resulting from participation in all the activities
associated with Kids!Camp. I agree to waive, relinquish all claims I may have as a result of
participation in the program. I further agree not to hold the Spina Bifida Association, staff,
employees, agents, and other volunteers for any claims from injuries, damages or losses
sustained while associated with this program. I have read and fully understand this release form.

Applicant Signature Date

This section is to be completed if the applicant is under the age of 18.

Age Grade

Name of parent(s) or guardian(s):

Name of Volunteer On-Site (if applicable):

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Contact information for parent or guardian

Home Cell

Work Email

Parent Permission
I hereby give my permission for my child, named above, to volunteer with Kids!Camp sponsored
by the Spina Bifida Association on the dates listed above. I authorize any of the Staff of the
Spina Bifida Association to act on my behalf in any emergency situation including those
requiring medical attention. I give my permission for all formats of photos and videos of my
child taken during Kids!Camp to be used by SBA in its electronic and print publications. As a
parent of an youth volunteer, I recognize that there are certain risks of injury and assume the full
risk of any injuries, damages or loss resulting from my child’s participation in all the activities
associated with Kids!Camp. I agree to waive, relinquish all claims I may have as a result of my
child’s participation in the program. I further agree not to hold the Spina Bifida Association,
staff, employees, agents, and other volunteers for any claims from injuries, damages or losses
sustained by my child while associated with this program. I have read and fully understand this
release form.

Parent/ Guardian Signature Date

Applicant Signature Date

Emergency Medical Information

Doctor’s Name Phone

Allergies

Current Medications

Previous/Current Medical Conditions

Please send completed applications to:

Sara Struwe, COO
Spina Bifida Association
4590 MacArthur Blvd, NW, Suite 250
Washington, DC 20007
1-800-621-3141
Fax: (202) 944-3295
Email: sstruwe@sbaa.org

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