Parks and Recreation
Volunteers
Are you looking for a way to make a difference in our community? The City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department is an excellent place to start! We offer several programs to choose from that range from community cleanup and park/trail adoption to taking care of children and assisting seniors. Take a moment to browse through our programs listed below and let us know how you would like to volunteer.
Cleanup Trailer
The City of Henderson Commemorative Beautification Commission and local
sponsors have organized a 20' enclosed trailer full of tools and supplies.
This furnished trailer is available at no cost to Henderson residents and
businesses to use for neighborhood clean ups and community projects. To
reserve the trailer, please call 267-4017.
Community Pride Award
The Commemorative Beautification Commission presents the Community Pride Award to recognize individuals or businesses that have improved the appearance of their neighborhood or added to the beauty or cleanliness of Henderson. The Community Pride Award recipient is interviewed by the media, usually with an article and pictures describing their accomplishment. They also receive a Community Pride Award sign, which is posted for several months in the
recipient's yard or business to recognize their outstanding efforts.
Examples of previous award winners include homeowners who have cleaned up a neglected yard or common area, or have converted turf to xeriscape, thereby improving the appearance of their home or community area. Call (702) 267-4014 for more information.
Community Pride Nomination
form
How to Apply for Volunteer Opportunities Below
If you are interested in participating as a volunteer
in a Parks and Recreation event or program, please complete the
Volunteer
application.
Completed applications can be emailed to COHParksRecVolunteers@cityofhenderson.com, faxed to (702) 267-4001 or mailed to:
City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department
Volunteer Program
240 Water St.
PO Box 95050
Henderson, NV 89009-5050
You may also drop off your application in person from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday-Thursday, at 105 W. Basic Rd.
Winter/Spring Volunteer Opportunities
Love Your Heart Walk – February 14, 2009
Volunteers needed for the following shift: 9:00 am-noon at
Pecos Legacy Park
- Volunteers assist with registration, provide directions and hand out water to event participants.
- Need volunteers 12 years or older with good customer service skills. Four volunteers are needed for this event.
Bark in the Park – February 28, 2009
Volunteers needed for the following shift: 8:30 am-2:00 pm at
Paseo Verde Park
- Volunteers are needed to assist in adoption area. Shift lasts only as long as it takes for volunteer’s animal to be adopted. Requesting volunteers who love dogs, can stand for a few hours at a time and can interact well with prospective “parents.” Must be at least 16 years of age.
- 15 volunteers are needed for this event.
River Mountains Loop Trail Cleanup – March 21, 2009
Volunteers needed for the following shift: 8:00 am-noon at
Equestrian Park
- Volunteers are needed for general trail cleanup. Must be able to bend, pick up, walk and carry debris along River Mountains Loop Trail (1-3 miles).
- Must be 5 years or older. Youth volunteers ages 5-12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Teen volunteers 13-17 require a parent or guardian signature on our waiver.
- The following items are recommended: hats, water, sunscreen, sturdy shoes and gloves.
- 100 volunteers are needed for this event.
- Please contact Jennifer Magby at 267-4050 to sign up.
Spring Festival – April 4, 2009
Volunteers needed for the following shift: 10:00 am-1:00 pm at the
Valley View
Recreation Center
- Accepting volunteers 14 years or older who are able to take direction with minimal instruction.
- Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, teardown, running carnival-style games, monitoring bounce house areas, and other activities.
- 20 volunteers are needed for this event.
Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities
Community Cleanup Trailer
The City of Henderson Commemorative Beautification Commission and local
sponsors have organized a 20' enclosed trailer full of tools and supplies. This
furnished trailer is available at no cost to Henderson residents and businesses
to use for neighborhood clean ups and community projects. To reserve the
trailer, please call 267-4017.
Henderson Trail Watch
- Volunteers provide a positive presence, assist trail users, and observe issues and activities on Henderson trails at the volunteer’s convenience while using the trail. A minimum time commitment of one week is required to be a part of the Trail Watch program. Training will be provided.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- If you are interested in volunteering for this program, please contact Jennifer Magby at (702) 267-4050.
Safekey
Volunteers are needed for the following shifts:
Mornings: 7:00-8:45 am Monday – Friday
Afternoons: 3:00-6:00 pm Monday – Friday
- This ise a fun volunteer opportunity if you enjoy children in grades K-8. Support is needed to help staff in implementing the reading program, homework assistance, arts and craft projects and physical activities within the various Safekey sites in Henderson.
- Must be 16 years or older and enjoy working with and being around children, as well as being able to follow direction on program policies. One to two volunteers are needed per site (27 sites).
- If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the Youth Enrichment office at (702) 267-4100.
Senior Center Volunteer
The Henderson Senior Center, 27 E. Texas Ave., is looking for volunteers to
assist with the following areas:
Nutrition Program-Dining Room Host
Volunteers needed for the following shift:
11:00 am–1:30 pm, Monday–Friday
- Volunteer assistance is needed to call lunch numbers for serving, take tickets, monitor lunch line and assist patrons with seating (as needed). Volunteers must have excellent customer service skills, be able to stand and walk without sitting for a four-hour shift.
Nutrition Program-Dining Room Server
Volunteers needed for the following shift:
11:00 am–1:30 pm, Monday–Friday
- Volunteer assistance is needed to serve lunch to patrons in need of direct assistance, including any special requests, assist patrons with seating (as needed), and general upkeep of dining room tables. Volunteers must have excellent customer service skills, be able to carry 5-10 pounds and stand/walk without sitting for a four-hour shift.
Nutrition Program-Sign-In Table
Volunteers needed for the following shift:
9:00 am–11:00 am and 11:00 am-1:00 pm, Monday–Friday
- Volunteer assistance is needed to count money, assist patrons with signing in for lunch, collecting and assisting with nutrition applications, explaining lunch process to patrons and providing lunch tickets. Volunteers must have excellent customer service skills, be able to read, speak and write in English, and have cash handling experience.
Service Projects
Occasionally service projects are available at our recreation centers and park
areas. Please contact the our Volunteer Connection Program at (702) 267-4006, or email COHParksRecVolunteers@cityofhenderson.com for project availability.
Youth Sports Coach
Coaches are always needed for soccer and basketball.
Prospective coaches must be 18 years or older. We are looking
for volunteer coaches to teach youth sports skills for approximately 5-10
hours per week. Games are held on Saturdays and practice days during the week vary.
For more information on coaching, please contact the Sports office at (702) 267-5700.