VOLUNTEER/INTERN APPLICATION

Dear Friend, Thank you for your interest in volunteer/interning at Gateway-Longview, Inc. Your participation is a service to your community and helps the youth in our care learn to be better citizens through your example. Below you will find links to complete our Volunteer/Intern Application. Please complete each component below. Be sure to ATTACH A COPY of valid government issued photo identification to your completed application.

Part I - Volunteer/Internship Application

Part II - Participation & Availability Form

Part III - Releases & Agreements

Part IV - SCR Instructions

Part V - State Central Registry Check Form

This application helps select the best individuals for their volunteer/intern roles. Once we receive your application, we will determine if your qualifications and interests match our need for volunteers/interns. If such a match is determined, we will then contact you to schedule an interview.

In addition to completing and returning the application, the following steps must be completed prior to beginning your volunteer placement or internship:

1. Informal meeting with Volunteer/Intern Coordinator

2. Interview with Program Director at site of placement

3. Provide 3 written references using the Reference Form for Volunteers/Interns (references provided must match those indicated in the application)

4. Have a TB test administered & read and submit results to the Volunteer/Intern Coordinator

5. Background clearance from Human Resources Department (please note that clearances take a minimum of 1 month to be processed)

6. Attend orientation (interns must also attend training)

Please keep a copy of your application and mail your completed ORIGINAL application to: Sara Lester, Volunteer/Intern Coordinator, 6350 Main Street, Williamsville, New York 14221.

We look forward to speaking with you soon and setting up a personalized plan that will suit all of your needs. Thank you again for your interest in Gateway-Longview.