Volunteer Opportunities From: Special Olympics Southern California - Southern Counties

Volunteer: Unified Partner (Minor) - All Seasons

Description

Unified partners (individuals without intellectual disabilities) train and compete as a teammate alongside Special Olympics athletes on a Unified Sports Team (either on a school or community team). Unified partners can be any age! There is no better way to combine a love of sports with the rewards of being of service than by becoming a Unified partner with Special Olympics Southern California. 

Additional Details:

Minor Unified Partners are between the ages of 8 and 17

Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition. Orange County programs may differ.

Winter:  Unified Floorball Spring:  Unified Bocce; Unified Flag football Summer:  Unified Bowling Fall: Unified Golf Coming Soon:  Unified Cheer

 

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

Program: Orange County

Description

Unified partners (individuals without intellectual disabilities) train and compete as a teammate alongside Special Olympics athletes on a Unified Sports Team (either on a school or community team). Unified partners can be any age! There is no better way to combine a love of sports with the rewards of being of service than by becoming a Unified partner with Special Olympics Southern California. 

Additional Details:

Minor Unified Partners are between the ages of 8 and 17

Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition. Orange County programs may differ.

Winter:  Unified Floorball Spring:  Unified Bocce; Unified Flag football Summer:  Unified Bowling Fall: Unified Golf Coming Soon:  Unified Cheer

 

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Unified Partner - All Seasons

Description

Unified partners (individuals without intellectual disabilities) train and compete as a teammate alongside Special Olympics athletes on a Unified Sports Team (either on a school or community team). Unified partners can be any age! There is no better way to combine a love of sports with the rewards of being of service than by becoming a Unified partner with Special Olympics Southern California. 

Additional Details:

Adult Unified Partners are between the ages of 18 and 99

Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition. Orange County programs may differ.

Winter:  Unified Floorball Spring:  Unified Bocce; Unified Flag football Summer:  Unified Bowling Fall:  Unified Golf

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

Program: Orange County

Description

Unified partners (individuals without intellectual disabilities) train and compete as a teammate alongside Special Olympics athletes on a Unified Sports Team (either on a school or community team). Unified partners can be any age! There is no better way to combine a love of sports with the rewards of being of service than by becoming a Unified partner with Special Olympics Southern California. 

Additional Details:

Adult Unified Partners are between the ages of 18 and 99

Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition. Orange County programs may differ.

Winter:  Unified Floorball Spring:  Unified Bocce; Unified Flag football Summer:  Unified Bowling Fall:  Unified Golf

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 Heart of a Champion Prep | Special Olympics Orange County Office

Assist with putting together Silent Auction baskets and general event prep. Wear comfortable clothing and close-toed shoes.

*Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Program: Orange County

Assist with putting together Silent Auction baskets and general event prep. Wear comfortable clothing and close-toed shoes.

*Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 Heart of a Champion | Photographer/Videographer

Take photos/videos of constituents, athlete presentations and awards, and silent auction. Send photos/video to event lead after event. Please take note that there will be parts of this event that will be in low light settings.

MUST HAVE OWN EQUIPMENT. Ideal to have equipment suited for action photography in various lighting situations, including low-light areas.

Additionally, registrant must sign a photo release and In-Kind donation form, which will be sent to you after registration

Program: Orange County

Take photos/videos of constituents, athlete presentations and awards, and silent auction. Send photos/video to event lead after event. Please take note that there will be parts of this event that will be in low light settings.

MUST HAVE OWN EQUIPMENT. Ideal to have equipment suited for action photography in various lighting situations, including low-light areas.

Additionally, registrant must sign a photo release and In-Kind donation form, which will be sent to you after registration

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 18, 2026

Zip Code: 92648

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 Heart of a Champion | Silent Auction & Check-Out Gathering

Assist with overall silent auction process. Once silent auction is closed, prepare auction items for gathering and guest check-out  

Program: Orange County

Assist with overall silent auction process. Once silent auction is closed, prepare auction items for gathering and guest check-out  

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 18, 2026

Zip Code: 92648

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 SOSC x RCOC | Team Up Event | Event Break-Down

Shift Responsibilities:

Assist with breaking down multiple venues for event This shift will require a higher level amount of walking This shift may involve lifting

Program: Orange County

Shift Responsibilities:

Assist with breaking down multiple venues for event This shift will require a higher level amount of walking This shift may involve lifting

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 25, 2026

Zip Code: 92844

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 SOSC x RCOC | Team Up Event | Event Set-Up

Shift Responsibilities:

Assist with setting up multiple venues for event This shift will require a higher level amount of walking This shift may involve liftin

Program: Orange County

Shift Responsibilities:

Assist with setting up multiple venues for event This shift will require a higher level amount of walking This shift may involve liftin

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 25, 2026

Zip Code: 92844

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 SOSC x RCOC | Team Up Event | Medical

Medical Volunteers provide on-site support by responding to minor injuries or medical concerns and assisting with basic first aid as needed. They help ensure a safe event environment by monitoring participant well-being and coordinating with event staff or emergency services if necessary.

First Aid / CPR Certification is needed.

Program: Orange County

Medical Volunteers provide on-site support by responding to minor injuries or medical concerns and assisting with basic first aid as needed. They help ensure a safe event environment by monitoring participant well-being and coordinating with event staff or emergency services if necessary.

First Aid / CPR Certification is needed.

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 25, 2026

Zip Code: 92844

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 SOSC x RCOC | Team Up Event | Sports Activations

Shift Responsibilities

Assist with various sports activities at eventRun simple drills and activities with community athletes and volunteers

Program: Orange County

Shift Responsibilities

Assist with various sports activities at eventRun simple drills and activities with community athletes and volunteers

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 25, 2026

Zip Code: 92844

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 SOSC x RCOC | Team Up Event | Young Athletes

Shift Responsibilities

Assist with various sports activities at event for our Young Athletes Program (Ages 2-7)Run simple drills and activities with community athletes and volunteers

Program: Orange County

Shift Responsibilities

Assist with various sports activities at event for our Young Athletes Program (Ages 2-7)Run simple drills and activities with community athletes and volunteers

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 25, 2026

Zip Code: 92844

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Coach

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a volunteer role.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach create, organize and conduct a comprehensive sports training program Train athletes during scheduled practice times as well as accompany team to competitions Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all athletes

 

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Program: Orange County

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a volunteer role.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach create, organize and conduct a comprehensive sports training program Train athletes during scheduled practice times as well as accompany team to competitions Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all athletes

 

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Intern | Orange County Social Media

Description

Work with the Special Olympics Southern California team to maintain our social media presence across our entire footprint. Assist with the creation of social media posts based on social media promotion calendar; produce videos; write articles; respond to and interact with the Special Olympics Southern California audience through social media channels; attend events and provide live social media coverage.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the creation of social media posts based on social media promotion calendar Produce/create/find imagery to use on social channels Write articles to use on social channels Short video creation via Canva and other social media applications Respond to and interact with the Special Olympics Southern California audience through social media channels Copywriting for written articles and emails Interviewing: online and in-person Attend events and provide live social media coverage

Training & Support

Hands-on training for each task, i.e. how to use social media, graphics software, etc. Receive basic overview on telling the SOSC story

Commitment

Communications/Public Relations/Social Media Marketing 10 Hours per Week Orange County/Santa Ana Office Based On-site and Remote (hybrid) Fundraising, Special Events, OC Sporting Events Semester Minimum Requirement Starting ASAP Smart Phone and Laptop Required

After successfully completing the required qualifications, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps in the application process.

Program: Orange County

Description

Work with the Special Olympics Southern California team to maintain our social media presence across our entire footprint. Assist with the creation of social media posts based on social media promotion calendar; produce videos; write articles; respond to and interact with the Special Olympics Southern California audience through social media channels; attend events and provide live social media coverage.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the creation of social media posts based on social media promotion calendar Produce/create/find imagery to use on social channels Write articles to use on social channels Short video creation via Canva and other social media applications Respond to and interact with the Special Olympics Southern California audience through social media channels Copywriting for written articles and emails Interviewing: online and in-person Attend events and provide live social media coverage

Training & Support

Hands-on training for each task, i.e. how to use social media, graphics software, etc. Receive basic overview on telling the SOSC story

Commitment

Communications/Public Relations/Social Media Marketing 10 Hours per Week Orange County/Santa Ana Office Based On-site and Remote (hybrid) Fundraising, Special Events, OC Sporting Events Semester Minimum Requirement Starting ASAP Smart Phone and Laptop Required

After successfully completing the required qualifications, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps in the application process.

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Intern | Unified Champion Schools & Special Olympics College Internship

Intern Description: UCS & SO College Internship

 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Unified Champion Schools is an inclusive school-based strategy designed to bring together students with and without intellectual disabilities to participate in activities in three core areas:  sport and fitness, youth leadership, and campus engagement. This strategy aims to develop leadership and advocacy skills for all students in the K-12 school community and throughout college and university campuses in SOSC’s footprint. 

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

This individual has a passion for inclusion and wants to make a difference within their campus and surrounding communities. They have a drive for connecting people to each other through encouragement, inclusion, and acceptance. They will leave with an increased understanding of the inclusive school programming listed above, the important role of a college within the SOSC community, as well as experience working with a large nonprofit organization.

Participate in meetings and activities respective to the role Enhance the continuum of Special Olympics program initiatives Develop, create, and recruit on respective college campus to form a sustainable SO College Club, which promotes and engages the rest of their campus in inclusive events and activities. Create and develop programs and strategies to capture and engage schools in the unified movement Contribute to internal processes related to data, operations, and reporting Lead and attend various unified events related to sports, summits, and meetings

 

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

The Unified Champion Schools (UCS) internship is open to current college students or recent graduates majoring in a variety of fields. The UCS internship may count toward course credits.

 

Some characteristics we are looking for in an intern and that will make them successful in this position:

Self-directed and self-motivated to engage in meaningful and impactful work Able to take the initiative and complete intern responsibilities independently Self-aware and is able to serve as an advocate for the UCS strategy and demonstrate the values associated with Special Olympics Southern California Excellent written and oral communication, organizational and administrative skills Willingness to learn about and work with individuals with disabilities Must provide resume and complete an online volunteer application, required training, and background check

 

TRAINING & SUPPORT

Direct supervision from Manager, Schools Program with weekly meetings Orientation of SOSC history and protocols

 

COMMITMENT & WORK SITE

Candidates must be available to work a minimum of 5 hours per week, with flexible scheduling, and must commit to an entire school year (August – May) The worksite is flexible, and should be based within the Candidate’s respective college community.

 

APPLY

To apply, please send resume or cover letter to Darlene Partida, Administrator at dpartida@sosc.org

Program: Orange County

Intern Description: UCS & SO College Internship

 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Unified Champion Schools is an inclusive school-based strategy designed to bring together students with and without intellectual disabilities to participate in activities in three core areas:  sport and fitness, youth leadership, and campus engagement. This strategy aims to develop leadership and advocacy skills for all students in the K-12 school community and throughout college and university campuses in SOSC’s footprint. 

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

This individual has a passion for inclusion and wants to make a difference within their campus and surrounding communities. They have a drive for connecting people to each other through encouragement, inclusion, and acceptance. They will leave with an increased understanding of the inclusive school programming listed above, the important role of a college within the SOSC community, as well as experience working with a large nonprofit organization.

Participate in meetings and activities respective to the role Enhance the continuum of Special Olympics program initiatives Develop, create, and recruit on respective college campus to form a sustainable SO College Club, which promotes and engages the rest of their campus in inclusive events and activities. Create and develop programs and strategies to capture and engage schools in the unified movement Contribute to internal processes related to data, operations, and reporting Lead and attend various unified events related to sports, summits, and meetings

 

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

The Unified Champion Schools (UCS) internship is open to current college students or recent graduates majoring in a variety of fields. The UCS internship may count toward course credits.

 

Some characteristics we are looking for in an intern and that will make them successful in this position:

Self-directed and self-motivated to engage in meaningful and impactful work Able to take the initiative and complete intern responsibilities independently Self-aware and is able to serve as an advocate for the UCS strategy and demonstrate the values associated with Special Olympics Southern California Excellent written and oral communication, organizational and administrative skills Willingness to learn about and work with individuals with disabilities Must provide resume and complete an online volunteer application, required training, and background check

 

TRAINING & SUPPORT

Direct supervision from Manager, Schools Program with weekly meetings Orientation of SOSC history and protocols

 

COMMITMENT & WORK SITE

Candidates must be available to work a minimum of 5 hours per week, with flexible scheduling, and must commit to an entire school year (August – May) The worksite is flexible, and should be based within the Candidate’s respective college community.

 

APPLY

To apply, please send resume or cover letter to Darlene Partida, Administrator at dpartida@sosc.org

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 90810

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Renewing Volunteer

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a coaching role.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach create, organize and conduct a comprehensive sports training program Train athletes during scheduled practice times as well as accompany team to competitions Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all athletes

 

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Program: Orange County

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a coaching role.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach create, organize and conduct a comprehensive sports training program Train athletes during scheduled practice times as well as accompany team to competitions Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all athletes

 

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Team Volunteer

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a coaching role. After completing the required qualifications successfully, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach create, organize and conduct a comprehensive sports training program Train athletes during scheduled practice times as well as accompany team to competitions Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all athletes

 

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Program: Orange County

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a coaching role. After completing the required qualifications successfully, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach create, organize and conduct a comprehensive sports training program Train athletes during scheduled practice times as well as accompany team to competitions Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all athletes

 

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Team Volunteer (Minor)

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a coaching role. After completing the required qualifications successfully, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach create, organize and conduct a comprehensive sports training program Train athletes during scheduled practice times as well as accompany team to competitions Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all athletes

Program: Orange County

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a coaching role. After completing the required qualifications successfully, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach create, organize and conduct a comprehensive sports training program Train athletes during scheduled practice times as well as accompany team to competitions Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all athletes

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Management Team

GOAL/IMPACT 

Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) is dedicated to creating opportunities for our athletes to find strength, success, confidence, and joy on and off the playing field. Making each competition meaningful to the athletes and to their families is important.  

 

The Games Management Team (GMT) is a group of volunteers that manages all aspects of the games.  The GMT concept incorporates several groups within a team to alleviate overload on one person. The GMT consists of the Games Director, Competition Director, Managers and Leads. Combined they are responsible for carrying out the mission, goals, planning and conducting high quality games while adhering to the predetermined timelines.  

 

 Volunteer Management Team (VMT) members assist with the overall check-in process at competitions and events. VMT members are typically the first face a volunteer sees upon arrival, and will help provide direction and instruction to volunteers.    

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Work closely with other VMT members to create a friendly and welcoming environment for competition and event volunteers  Set-up and/or clean-up of Volunteer Check-In station at competitions  Communicate with and check-in volunteers using registration system or check-in roster, including pre-registered volunteers and walk-ups  Provide directions, on-site materials, credentials, and brief orientation to ensure volunteers receives detailed instructions for their shift  Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for volunteers 

 

TRAINING & SUPPORT 

Day-of training and orientation will be provided by SOSC staff 

Commitment and Work-Site 

Day-of competition hours may vary, throughout a 8-10 week season  Volunteer Check-In locations may be indoors, or under a designated canopy outdoors, depending on competition location 

 

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS 

Minimum age 16 years old with a government issued ID (driver’s license, military ID or passport). School ID acceptable for volunteers 16-17.   Must complete online volunteer application, online trainings, and background check (if over 18). Recertification required every 3 years  Commitment to the Mission and Philosophy of SOSC 

BENEFITS 

Direct interaction and impact on SOSC athletes!  Build a strong team to work together to achieve our vision of acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports  Experience enthusiasm, joy, and personal achievement alongside our athletes 

Program: Orange County

GOAL/IMPACT 

Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) is dedicated to creating opportunities for our athletes to find strength, success, confidence, and joy on and off the playing field. Making each competition meaningful to the athletes and to their families is important.  

 

The Games Management Team (GMT) is a group of volunteers that manages all aspects of the games.  The GMT concept incorporates several groups within a team to alleviate overload on one person. The GMT consists of the Games Director, Competition Director, Managers and Leads. Combined they are responsible for carrying out the mission, goals, planning and conducting high quality games while adhering to the predetermined timelines.  

 

 Volunteer Management Team (VMT) members assist with the overall check-in process at competitions and events. VMT members are typically the first face a volunteer sees upon arrival, and will help provide direction and instruction to volunteers.    

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Work closely with other VMT members to create a friendly and welcoming environment for competition and event volunteers  Set-up and/or clean-up of Volunteer Check-In station at competitions  Communicate with and check-in volunteers using registration system or check-in roster, including pre-registered volunteers and walk-ups  Provide directions, on-site materials, credentials, and brief orientation to ensure volunteers receives detailed instructions for their shift  Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for volunteers 

 

TRAINING & SUPPORT 

Day-of training and orientation will be provided by SOSC staff 

Commitment and Work-Site 

Day-of competition hours may vary, throughout a 8-10 week season  Volunteer Check-In locations may be indoors, or under a designated canopy outdoors, depending on competition location 

 

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS 

Minimum age 16 years old with a government issued ID (driver’s license, military ID or passport). School ID acceptable for volunteers 16-17.   Must complete online volunteer application, online trainings, and background check (if over 18). Recertification required every 3 years  Commitment to the Mission and Philosophy of SOSC 

BENEFITS 

Direct interaction and impact on SOSC athletes!  Build a strong team to work together to achieve our vision of acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports  Experience enthusiasm, joy, and personal achievement alongside our athletes 

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Young Athletes Volunteer (Minor) - Rady Children's Health

Young Athletes introduces basic sport skills, like running, kicking and throwing, and offers families, teachers, caregivers and people from the community the chance to share the joy of sports with all children. Young Athletes classified as ages 2-7 years old. 


This role will be supporting a brand new Young Athletes Program ran by Rady Children's Health. This program is set to start early 2026 with a Volunteer Training scheduled on January 24th, 2026. The Young Athletes Program is tentative to start on Saturdays from 10:00am-12:30pm. This will run from February 7th to March 14th, 2026. 

Key Responsibilities

Assist Coach and/or Staff to organize and conduct a session plan (warm up, skill development stations, group activity, cool down). Work with young athletes during scheduled session times Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all young athletesSpanish speaking preferred but not required


Click on the REGISTER button to become pre-qualified for a volunteer role. After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Program: Orange County

Young Athletes introduces basic sport skills, like running, kicking and throwing, and offers families, teachers, caregivers and people from the community the chance to share the joy of sports with all children. Young Athletes classified as ages 2-7 years old. 


This role will be supporting a brand new Young Athletes Program ran by Rady Children's Health. This program is set to start early 2026 with a Volunteer Training scheduled on January 24th, 2026. The Young Athletes Program is tentative to start on Saturdays from 10:00am-12:30pm. This will run from February 7th to March 14th, 2026. 

Key Responsibilities

Assist Coach and/or Staff to organize and conduct a session plan (warm up, skill development stations, group activity, cool down). Work with young athletes during scheduled session times Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all young athletesSpanish speaking preferred but not required


Click on the REGISTER button to become pre-qualified for a volunteer role. After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Young Athletes Volunteer Interest

Description: 

Young Athletes introduces basic sport skills, like running, kicking and throwing, and offers families, teachers, caregivers and people from the community the chance to share the joy of sports with all children. Young Athletes classified as ages 2-7 years old. 


Key Responsibilities

Assist Coach and/or Staff to organize and conduct a session plan (warm up, skill development stations, group activity, cool down). Work with young athletes during scheduled session times Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all young athletesSpanish speaking preferred but not required


Click "Start Registration" to show an interest, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps to complete the required qualifications. 

Program: Orange County

Description: 

Young Athletes introduces basic sport skills, like running, kicking and throwing, and offers families, teachers, caregivers and people from the community the chance to share the joy of sports with all children. Young Athletes classified as ages 2-7 years old. 


Key Responsibilities

Assist Coach and/or Staff to organize and conduct a session plan (warm up, skill development stations, group activity, cool down). Work with young athletes during scheduled session times Create and maintain a positive and fun environment for all young athletesSpanish speaking preferred but not required


Click "Start Registration" to show an interest, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps to complete the required qualifications. 

Program: Orange County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No