Applicant information

First name

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Last name

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Phone

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Phone type
Email address

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Address

Address

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Apartment, suite, etc. (optional)
City

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Country/region

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State

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ZIP code

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Date of birth

Month

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Day

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Year

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Background

Gender

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Ethnicity

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A.

Interest & Availability

Tell us how you would like to get involved and when you are available.

Are you volunteering as part of an organization/company/group?

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If Yes → Organization/Group Name

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Preferred NSO site/location

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Which volunteer opportunities are you interested in? (Select all that apply)

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If you selected “Skilled Volunteer Services,” please describe your skill/service.

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What days are you generally available?

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What time of day are you generally available?

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How often would you like to volunteer?

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B.

Volunteer Preferences

This helps us understand how you prefer to serve and where you may be the best fit.

Do you have any skills, certifications, or experience you would like to share?

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Have you volunteered with NSO before?

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If yes, please share where or in what capacity

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C.

Screening & Readiness

NSO serves individuals and families experiencing housing instability, mental health challenges, and other barriers. The following questions help ensure volunteers are prepared and supported in these environments.

Are you comfortable volunteering in environments that may serve individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, or substance use recovery?

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Are you willing to complete required volunteer onboarding and orientation prior to being assigned to a volunteer opportunity?

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Some volunteer roles may require a background check. Are you willing to complete a background check if required?

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Do you need any accommodations in order to volunteer successfully?

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If yes, please briefly describe the accommodation needed.

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D.

Acknowledgement

Please review and acknowledge the statements below before submitting your application.

I understand that submitting this application does not guarantee immediate placement and that all volunteers must complete required onboarding steps before beginning service.

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I understand that I may be required to complete a background check, attend orientation, and complete additional onboarding steps (including a quiz and agreement) prior to volunteering.

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Electronic Signature (Type Full Name)

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Date

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E.

Background Check Authorization

I understand that certain volunteer roles at Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) require a background check to ensure the safety and well-being of NSO clients, staff, volunteers, and the communities it serves. By selecting “I Agree,” I voluntarily authorize NSO to obtain and review information related to my background, including criminal history and other relevant records, as permitted by applicable federal, state, and local laws, and in accordance with NSO policies. This information will be used solely for the purpose of determining my eligibility to serve as a volunteer. I understand that my consent is voluntary, but that refusal to authorize a background check may disqualify me from consideration for certain volunteer roles. I certify that the information I have provided to NSO is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that certain volunteer roles at Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) require a background check. By selecting “I Agree,” I authorize NSO to obtain and review information related to my background, including criminal history, for the purpose of determining my eligibility to volunteer. I understand that this authorization is voluntary, but that declining may limit my ability to participate in certain volunteer roles.

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