Health and Environment, El Paso County, CO

Volunteer to Improve Health in Your Community

Vicki Elliot, Coordinator of Volunteer Services
301 South Union Blvd.
Phone: 719-578-3113
FAX: 719-575-8677

Volunteer Services is an important part of the Human Resources function with the Health Department. We provide volunteer opportunities for citizens to improve the health of our community by developing, promoting and enhancing the delivery of quality public health services. We offer volunteers opportunities for professional, personal and academic growth and empower them to serve as public health ambassadors.

To become a volunteer:

APPLY:	Call the volunteer office or fill out the online application. The volunteer coordinator will contact you promptly.
INQUIRE:	If you do not see a volunteer job that interests you, please call the volunteer coordinator about additional opportunities. Your unique skills or interests may help us expand our services. Service learning opportunities may be available in some departments.
INTERVIEW:	Most volunteer positions require an interview to assure a successful match between you and a volunteer role.
TRAINING:	You will receive an orientation to the health department and will be advised of expectations, policies and procedures. The department you choose to work in will provide on-the-job training and give you the supervision needed to develop skills.

Complete an Application

Current volunteer opportunities:

Clerical Support Staff: provides clerical support to various services. General responsibilities include filing, photocopying, answering phones, data entry, and preparing mailings and brochures. Computer proficiency is optional. Qualifications include organizational and communication skills and attention to detail. Most volunteers work 4 hours per week.
Senior Tax Work-Off Program: Seniors over 60 may work up to 19.25 hours and receive a maximum of $100 off their property taxes. Call the volunteer office for an application and fact sheet.
Spanish Interpreter: assists clients by interpreting for staff in clinic settings or interacts with the public at community events. Translators render informational brochures into Spanish. Qualifications include proficiency in grammar and ability to interact with all age groups. Time commitment varies according to tasks required and volunteer interest and availability.
WIC Assistant: assists clients with paperwork, restocks pamphlet shelves, obtains heights, weights and length measurements and performs other responsibilities as requested by clinic staff. Qualifications include attention to detail, ability to work with children, basic math skills, and a commitment to providing quality customer service. Volunteers must commit to working 2 to 4 hours per week for at least 6 months.