Volunteer Opportunities From: Special Olympics Southern California - Los Angeles

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

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Renders first aid, additional patient care, and triage within his/her scope of practice and professional standards, assignment of work, and capability of the location. First Aid and CPR certification minimally needed.  

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Available onsite to address any medical needs that should arise.

* MUST BE FIRST AID CERTIFIED *

Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Available onsite to address any medical needs that should arise.

* MUST BE FIRST AID CERTIFIED *

Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Available onsite to address any medical needs that should arise.

* MUST BE FIRST AID CERTIFIED *

Responsibilities:

Renders first aid, additional patient care, and triage within his/her scope of practice and professional standards, assignment of work, and capability of the location; First Aid certification minimally needed. 

 

Responsibilities:

Renders first aid, additional patient care, and triage within his/her scope of practice and professional standards, assignment of work, and capability of the location; First Aid certification minimally needed. 

 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Available onsite to address any medical needs that should arise.

* MUST BE FIRST AID CERTIFIED *

Come out and have fun!

 

Help keep our athletes safe and supported! As a Medical First Aide Volunteer, you'll provide essential care during events, ensuring a quick and professional response when needed. 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Delivering first aid and care to athletes, within your scope of practicePerforming triage and assisting with medical needs as appropriateWorking within professional standards and event guidelines

Requirements:

Minimum must be First Aid Certifiedability to respond calmly and effectively in a fast- paced environment

Your expertise makes a difference, join us in creating a safe and positive experience for all participants!

As a Photographer for Floorball Championship, help capture the unforgettable moments of the event! From the excitement of the opening ceremony to the energy of the competitions, capture the joy of fans in the stands as they cheer on our athletes!

Requirements:

Must bring your own photography equipmentComfortable shooting action in various lighting conditions

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Capture key moments during the event, including Opening Ceremony, sponsor activations, Healthy Athletes, volunteers, fans in the stands, and sports competitions. Adapt to different environments and lighting conditions (Outdoor, low-light, etc.)Submit photos promptly following the eventCollaborate with event staff to prioritize photo opportunities while remaining safe and without interference with competition

Help us wrap up the Championship event! As an Event Breakdown Volunteer, you'll be part of the team that ensures everything is organized, packed up, and ready for delivery to storage. 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Assisting with the breakdown and clean-up of the event.Walking and lifting equipment as neededWorking together to keep things organized and efficient Bring positive energy, have fun, enjoy your time, and celebrate the athlete's accomplishments!

This role is perfect for those who like being hands-on and making a big impact behind the scenes. Your help ensures our events end as smoothly as possible!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Oversee Awards and Presentation of medalsDelegate responsibilities accordingly Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Set up Delegation Check-In Oversee Delegation Check-In for all teams Hand out team packets and record scratches/ record number of players in attendance  Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Set up Volunteer Check-In Oversee Volunteer Check-In for all volunteers Direct Volunteers to their designated area Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Help coordinate athletes, spectators, and speakers during Opening Ceremonies. Volunteers will be standing and/or moving for most of their shift Come out and have fun!

 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Document event in photographs Photo shot sheet provided by Venue Manager Assist guest in unloading athletes and equipment Come out and have fun!

 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Responsible for organizing, sorting, recording and distributing awards. Assist with announcing awards for teams and athletes. Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Announce the days events including Opening Ceremony and Basketball announcements.  Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Assist with lunch by distributing meals to athletes and volunteers Assist with package meals to be distributing to athletes and volunteers.  Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Keep times and/or score to games on a designated court Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Assist with skills and scrimmages portion of event May include setting up equipment, running specific skills stations, monitoring the field of play Serve as a time/scorekeeper or supporting other sports related functions  Come out and have fun.

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Oversee all competition and volunteers on a designated court. Oversee Awards Ceremony following competition.

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Keep times and/or score to games on a designated court Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Assist with skills and scrimmages portion of event May include setting up equipment, running specific skills stations, monitoring the field of play Serve as a time/scorekeeper or supporting other sports related functions  Come out and have fun.

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Assist with lunch by distributing meals to athletes and volunteers Assist with package meals to be distributing to athletes and volunteers.  Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Responsible for organizing, sorting, recording and distributing awards. Assist with announcing awards for teams and athletes. Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Document event in photographsMust have own photography equipment Photo shot sheet provided by Event Director Assist guest in unloading athletes and equipment Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Help coordinate athletes, spectators, and speakers during Opening Ceremonies. Volunteers will be standing and/or moving for most of their shift Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Set up Volunteer Check-In Oversee Volunteer Check-In for all volunteers Direct Volunteers to their designated area Come out and have fun!

Help create an amazing event experience by assisting with the venue's physical setup and layout. This role is essential to ensuring everything is ready for athletes, volunteers, and guests to enjoy a smooth and successful event. 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Assist with the set-up and arrangement of event spaces, including equipment, signage, and suppliesFollow instructions from event staff to ensure proper layout and safety standardsSupport with moving, lifting, and organizing materials as neededMaintain a positive attitude and work collaboratively with other volunteers and staffThis role requires walking, bending, and lifting equipment ( with assistance when necessary)

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Oversee Awards and Presentation of medalsDelegate responsibilities accordingly Come out and have fun!

Responsibilities:

Oversee the construction and deconstruction of event setup and teardown. Oversee volunteers and guide them to pre and post setup and teardown.

 

Qualifications: May need to lift heavy objects with proper technique.  

 

Responsibilities:

Help Setup the venue and event 

 

Qualifications: May need to lift heavy objects with proper technique.

Responsibilities:

Help tear down event and equipment at end of the venue. 

 

Qualifications: May need to lift heavy objects with proper technique.  

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Set up Delegation Check-In Oversee Delegation Check-In for all teams Hand out team packets and record scratches/ record number of players in attendance  Come out and have fun!

Responsibilities:

MUST BRING OWN PHOTOGRAPY EQUIPMENT Capture athletes at opening ceremony, competing, and awards. 

 

Responsibilities:

Announce the days events including Opening Ceremony and Track & Field. Oversee volunteers assigned as Announcer Assistant.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Prior approval from Event Director

REPORTS TO: Event Director

Responsibilities: 

Assist with organizing lunches for teams, volunteers, and officials Pass out lunches to correct teams accordingly. 

Responsibilities:

Provide athletes a fun experience at Olympic Village. Help organize festivals, Games, Booths, and a Dance. Provide a fun experience for athletes! 

Responsibilities:

Oversee the athletics Venue for racing Provide thorough training to volunteers supporting the event

 

TRAINING: Must attend training prior to event day. Responsible for training of Awards Assistants on event day.

REPORTS TO: Athletics Competition Director

Responsibilities:

Manage the staging of athletes. Oversee all volunteers assigned to Bullpen. Great opportunity to work one-on-one with athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS: Work well under pressure; Ability to manage a large group of volunteer; Ability to troubleshoot effectively.

REPORTS TO: Athletics Competition Director. (Venue Manager) Works in collaboration with Start Line Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

Assist Bullpen Manager with staging athletes in their race heats.  Great opportunity to work one-on-one with athletes. 

QUALIFICATIONS: Active position. Should be able to work under pressure..

REPORTS TO: Bullpen Manager

Responsibilities:

Manage start of races. Work in collaboration with Bullpen Manager and Starting Line Official to receive athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS: Active position Work well under pressure; Ability to manage volunteers; Ability to troubleshoot effectively. General understanding of competition rules.

REPORTS TO: Athletics Competition Director. Works in collaboration with Finish Line Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

Manage all volunteers assigned to roles at the Finish Line. Work in collaboration with Start Line Coordinator to run races.

 QUALIFICATIONS: Active position Work well under pressure; Ability to manage a large group of volunteer; Ability to troubleshoot effectively. General understanding of competition rules. 

REPORTS TO: REPORTS TO: Athletics Competition Director (Venue Manager). Works in collaboration with Start Line Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

Help with giving Starting Line & Finish line Coordinators break and take over responsibilities along with assist with Track needs 

Starting Line Responsibilities:

Manage start of races. Work in collaboration with Bullpen Manager and Starting Line Officials to receive athletes. Oversee all volunteers assigned to Start Line.

Finish line Responsibilities:

Assist with managing all volunteers assigned to roles at the Finish Line. Work in collaboration with Start Line Coordinator to run races.

 QUALIFICATIONS: Active position Work well under pressure; Ability to manage a large group of volunteer; Ability to troubleshoot effectively. General understanding of competition rules. 

REPORTS TO: REPORTS TO: Athletics Competition Director (Venue Manager). 

Responsibilities:

Work as part of a team to time races. Great way to interact with athletes and experience to joy of victory in every race!

QUALIFICATIONS: Work as part of a team. Experience in using stop watch.

REPORTS TO: REPORTS TO: Finish Line Coordinator

Responsibilities:

Record times of athletes at Finish Line of traces. 

QUALIFICATIONS: Active position in the sun. Organized. 

REPORTS TO: Finish line Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

Manage recording of results from all track & field events. Oversee all volunteers assigned as Awards Assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS: Active position in the sun. Organized. 

REPORTS TO: Athletics Competition Director

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Awards Manager  Oversee volunteers assigned to Awards Ceremony.

QUALIFICATIONS: Outgoing. Organized. Ability to coordinate volunteers, athletes, families for meaningful awards experience. People-person.

REPORTS TO: Awards Venue Manager.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for organizing, sorting, recording and distributing awards.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Attention to detail, organized, ability to work well under pressure, good people skills.

REPORTS TO: Awards Venue Manager.

Responsibilities:

Oversee Long Jump competition. Oversee all volunteers assigned as Long Jump Assistants.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Understanding of Special Olympics Athletics Rules of Competition. Ability to troubleshoot and handle potential disputes.

REPORTS TO: Field Events Manager

Responsibilities:

Assist Long Jump Event by recording the distance of Athletes jumps. Work collaboratively with those who are taking measurements. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Willingness to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Long Jump Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Assist Long Jump Event by taking accurate measurement of athletes jumps. Provide athletes measurements to the recorder. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Willingness to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Long Jump Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Assist Long Jump Event by raking dirt smooth after athletes completes jump.  This must be done quickly to ensure a timely event.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Willingness to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Long Jump Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Oversee Shot Put competition Oversee all volunteers assigned as Shot Put Assistants.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Understanding of Special Olympics Athletics Rules of Competition. Ability to troubleshoot and handle potential disputes.

REPORTS TO: Athletics Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Assist in execution of Shot Put Competition. Specific roles assigned on event day. Accurately input Athletes correct data. Collaborate with volunteers measuring Athletes distance. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Willingness to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Shot Put Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Assist in execution of Shot Put Competition. Specific roles assigned on event day. Accurately measure athletes shot put distance. Collaborate with Recorders of Athletes distance. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Willingness to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Shot Put Venue Manager

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Shag balls that go out of the field. Helps keep the game stay on track.

Responsibilities:

Assist athletes from staging area to throwing area.  Coordinate with bullpen on getting  athletes ready and staged.

QUALIFICATIONS: Organized, ability to work with others. Working with those who have disabilities will help significantly but not required.

REPORTS TO: REPORTS TO: Bullpen Manager

Responsibilities:

Assist in execution of Softball Throw Competition. Specific roles assigned on event day. Accurately input Athletes correct data. Collaborate with volunteers measuring Athletes distance. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Willingness to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Softball Throw Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Assist in execution of Softball Throw Competition. Specific roles assigned on event day. Accurately measure athletes softball throw distance. Collaborate with Recorders of Athletes distance. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Willingness to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Softball Throw Venue Manager

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Shag balls that go out of the field. Helps keep the game stay on track.

Responsibilities:

Assist athletes from staging area to throwing area.  Coordinate with bullpen on getting  athletes ready and staged.

QUALIFICATIONS: Organized, ability to work with others. Working with those who have disabilities will help significantly but not required.

REPORTS TO: REPORTS TO: Bullpen Manager

Responsibilities:

Oversee all competition and volunteers on a designated court. Oversee Awards Ceremony following competition.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Special Olympics Rules of Basketball Competition. Understanding of modifications for various levels of competition. Ability to manage volunteers. Able to troubleshoot effectively.

REPORTS TO: Basketball Competition Director

Responsibilities:

Keep score to games on a designated court.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work with a team. Some knowledge of basketball rules but not required.

REPORTS TO: Basketball Venue Manager

 

Responsibilities:

Keep score to games on a designated court.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work with a team. Some knowledge of basketball rules but not required.

REPORTS TO: Basketball Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Keep time for basketball games on a designated court.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work with a team.

REPORTS TO: Basketball Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Schedules competition in collaboration with SOSC Sports Manager Supervises all venue volunteers. Supervises all competition, disputes, awards.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Special Olympics Bocce Rules of Competition. Ability to manage volunteers.

REPORTS TO: Event Director and SOSC Sports Staff

Responsibilities:

Keep record of scores on designated court as reported by Bocce Official. Work with Bocce Competition Director to taly scores at end of competition.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Organized. People person. Attention to detail.

REPORTS TO: Bocce Competition Venue Manager

Responsibilities:

Assist Bocce Official in monitoring competition.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Position requires standing for long periods of time. Must be willing to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Bocce Official on assigned court.

Responsibilities:

Oversee all competition and volunteers on a designated lane or pool area. Oversee all Swimming volunteers. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Special Olympics Rules of swimming Competition. Understanding of modifications for various levels of competition. Ability to manage volunteers. Able to troubleshoot effectively.

REPORTS TO: Swimming Competition Director

Responsibilities:

Assist with inputting correct athlete data into GMS (Games Management System)

 

Qualifications: Computer knowledge. GMS Knowledge. Well organized. 

REPORTS TO: Athletics Competition Director

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Venue Manager on Layout and Athletes  Oversee timeliness of heats and organize athletes by announcing heats.

QUALIFICATIONS: Outgoing. Organized. Ability to coordinate volunteers, athletes, families for meaningful awards experience. People-person.

REPORTS TO: Swimming Venue Manager.

Responsibilities:

Manage the staging of athletes. Oversee all volunteers assigned to Bullpen. Great opportunity to work one-on-one with athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS: Work well under pressure; Ability to manage a large group of volunteer; Ability to troubleshoot effectively.

REPORTS TO: Swimming Competition Director. (Venue Manager) Works in collaboration with Start Line Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

Assist Bullpen Manager and Bullpen Swim Managers staging athletes in their swim heats.  Great opportunity to work one-on-one with athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS: Active position. Should be able to work under pressure..

REPORTS TO: Bullpen Manager

Responsibilities:

Manage start of races / laps. Work in collaboration with Bullpen Manager and Bullpen Race Managers to receive athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS: Active position Work well under pressure; Ability to manage volunteers; Ability to troubleshoot effectively. General understanding of competition rules.

REPORTS TO: Swimming Venue Manager. Works in collaboration with Bullpen Manager

Responsibilities:

Help with giving Starting Line & Finish line Coordinators break and take over responsibilities along with assist with swim needs 

Starting Line Responsibilities:

Manage start of races. Work in collaboration with Bullpen Manager and Bullpen Race Managers to receive athletes. Oversee all volunteers assigned to Start Line.

Finish line Responsibilities:

Assist with managing all volunteers assigned to roles at the Finish Line. Work in collaboration with Start Line Coordinator to run races / laps.

QUALIFICATIONS: Active position Work well under pressure; Ability to manage a large group of volunteer; Ability to troubleshoot effectively. General understanding of competition rules. 

REPORTS TO: REPORTS TO: Swimming Competition Director (Venue Manager). 

Responsibilities:

Work as part of a team to time swim races. Great way to interact with athletes and experience to joy of victory in every race!

QUALIFICATIONS: Work as part of a team. Experience in using stop watch.

REPORTS TO: REPORTS TO: Finish line Coordinator

Responsibilities:

Assist athletes from staging area to pool.  Coordinate with bullpen on getting  athletes ready and staged.

QUALIFICATIONS: Organized, ability to work with others. Working with those who have disabilities will help significantly but not required.

REPORTS TO: REPORTS TO: Bullpen Manager

Responsibilities:

Manage recording of results from all track & field events. Oversee all volunteers assigned as Awards Assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS: Outgoing. Organized. Ability to coordinate volunteers, athletes, families for meaningful awards experience. People-person.

REPORTS TO: Swimming Competition Director

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Awards Manager  Oversee volunteers assigned to Awards Ceremony.

QUALIFICATIONS: Outgoing. Organized. Ability to coordinate volunteers, athletes, families for meaningful awards experience. People-person.

REPORTS TO: Swimming Awards Venue Manager.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for organizing, sorting, recording and distributing awards.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Attention to detail, organized, ability to work well under pressure, good people skills.

REPORTS TO: Awards Venue Manager.

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Keep times and/or score to games on a designated court Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Assist with skills and scrimmages portion of event May include setting up equipment, running specific skills stations, monitoring the field of play Serve as a time/scorekeeper or supporting other sports related functions  Come out and have fun.

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Assist with lunch by distributing meals to athletes and volunteers Assist with package meals to be distributing to athletes and volunteers.  Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Responsible for organizing, sorting, recording and distributing awards. Assist with announcing awards for teams and athletes. Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Document event in photographsMust have own photography equipment Photo shot sheet provided by Event Director Assist guest in unloading athletes and equipment Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Help coordinate athletes, spectators, and speakers during Opening Ceremonies. Volunteers will be standing and/or moving for most of their shift Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Set up Volunteer Check-In Oversee Volunteer Check-In for all volunteers Direct Volunteers to their designated area Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Oversee Awards and Presentation of medalsDelegate responsibilities accordingly Come out and have fun!

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Set up Delegation Check-In Oversee Delegation Check-In for all teams Hand out team packets and record scratches/ record number of players in attendance  Come out and have fun!

Responsibilities:

Support Venues and provide oversight. 

Responsibilities:

Announce the days events including Opening Ceremony and Track & Field. Oversee volunteers assigned as Announcer Assistant.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Prior approval from Event Director

REPORTS TO: Event Director

Responsibilities:

Assist volunteers with the check-In process. Provide volunteer direction to where they will be supporting the event.

Qualifications: Stable under pressure. Organized.

Responsibilities:

Assist delegations with the check-In process. Provide teams direction to their proper venue.

Qualifications: Stable under pressure. Organized.

Responsibilities:

Schedules competition in collaboration with SOSC Sports Manager Supervises all venue volunteers. Supervises all competition, disputes, awards.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Special Olympics Bocce Rules of Competition. Ability to manage volunteers.

REPORTS TO: Event Director and SOSC Sports Staff

Responsibilities:

Keep record of scores on designated court as reported by Bocce Official. Work with Bocce Competition Director to taly scores at end of competition.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Organized. People person. Attention to detail.

REPORTS TO: Bocce Competition Director

Responsibilities:

Assist Bocce Official in monitoring competition.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Position requires standing for long periods of time. Must be willing to work in heat, sun or other weather conditions. 

REPORTS TO: Bocce Official on assigned court.

Responsibilities:

Manage the staging of athletes. Oversee all volunteers assigned to Bullpen. Great opportunity to work one-on-one with athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS: Work well under pressure; Ability to manage a large group of volunteer; Ability to troubleshoot effectively.

REPORTS TO: Athletics Competition Director. (Venue Manager) Works in collaboration with Start Line Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

Assist Bullpen Manager and Bullpen Race Managers staging athletes in their race heats.  Great opportunity to work one-on-one with athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS: Active position. Should be able to work under pressure..

REPORTS TO: Bullpen Manager