Upon graduation, each certified canine therapy team is assigned a location to volunteer based on the dog's temperament and the handler's preferences. Volunteers work in schools, hospitals, and veteran facilities, providing support and companionship to those in need.

We are always seeking dedicated individuals who are willing to help the community and our fellow friends and neighbors. If you are interested, we want to hear from you! | Requirements: No experience needed! We will provide all the equipment and training needed to make you a firefighter! | Categories: Fundraising, Firefighter, Department Support

Capture high-quality images of dogs and events to help promote adoptions and the rescue's mission. Photographers will work closely with the team to ensure the best representation of the dogs and events.

Join our team as a first responder handling nearly 200 calls for service a year. We operate out of one station in rural Pennsylvania with a rescue pumper, engine, brush truck and utility truck. We have 25 active personnel and are looking for more to assist in our mission. We also accept volunteers for fundraising and station duties. | Requirements: Must be 16 years of age and have a clean background check for people 18 years of age and older. | Categories: Firefighter, EMT, Fundraising, Junior Members, Department Support, Community Education

Talk to the public about bees and beekeeping at Bondsville Mill Park. Volunteers will man the table under a pop-up tent and may sell honey if permitted.

Engage in carpentry tasks such as creating displays and general maintenance. Volunteers will also assist with electrical work and grounds gardening to maintain the museum's infrastructure.

Engage in social media, blogging, and graphic design to promote the museum. Volunteers will help with photography and video projects to enhance the museum's public image.

Assist with collections management, organizing and labeling new books, accessioning, and cataloging. Volunteers will help maintain the library and ensure the proper organization of materials.

Serve as a visitor center greeter and tour guide, providing educational tours and information to visitors. Volunteers will help enhance the visitor experience by sharing knowledge about the museum's exhibits.

Assist with school groups and programs, and contribute to research and exhibition development. Volunteers will help demonstrate military computers and design educational materials.

GENERAL PURPOSE The Volunteer Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (Volunteer FF/EMT) serves the community by responding to a wide variety of situations, ranging from emergencies that immediately threaten life or property to routine citizen requests for information or assistance. They perform within the scope of the policies and procedures of Keystone Valley Fire Department, and they perform duties in the following general categories: fire suppression, emergency medical aid or rescue, hazardous material responses, training, building inspections and public education. The Volunteer FF/EMT normally works under the supervision of a company officer and is expected to function effectively as part of a highly trained team. They are also expected to perform their duties under adverse conditions and physical conditions that may pose a high risk of personal injury or exposure to hazardous conditions or infectious diseases. The Volunteer FF/EMT is required to attend regularly scheduled training to maintain the high level of knowledge, skill and ability necessary to function safely and effectively as a firefighter and EMS provider by state law, county protocols, and standard operating procedures. The work performance of a Volunteer firefighter/EMT is continuously evaluated for general knowledge, skill proficiency, and ability to work as part of a team. Any deficiencies are corrected through remedial training. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Volunteer Firefighter/EMT is a non-compensated position. The Volunteer Firefighter/EMTs are not normally assigned shifts but are expected to respond from home or work to District calls. Individuals fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a Volunteer Firefighter/EMT will at all time present themselves in a courteous, professional and responsible manner. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Volunteer Firefighter/EMT drives or rides an emergency vehicle in response to fire, rescue and emergency medical events, hazardous materials response/mitigation and routine requests for help or assistance. In the performance of their duties, the Volunteer Firefighter/EMT places equipment, lays and connects hose; operates high-capacity pumps and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers, safety belts, lines and hooks and uses Self-Contained breathing apparatus. The Volunteer Firefighter/EMT may enter burning buildings as part of a fire suppression team, perform ventilation tasks above ground, carry Heavy objects and equipment and rescue injured or trapped victims. The Volunteer Firefighter/EMT also responds to requests for pre-hospital emergency medical care and transport of sick or injured persons, setting up and/or operating oxygen and auto-defibrillation equipment, administering pre-hospital emergency medical care to the sick and injured and performing other related work as assigned. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: Work is performed primarily in the fire station, then on emergency medical scenes, mass casualty, fire scenes and extra ordinary events as they occur. Performing tasks under emergency conditions may require strenuous exertion. The exposure to death, emotional stress, patients with contagious diseases and terminal illnesses can be expected. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; Volunteer Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician Page 4 of 4 observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; and interact with fire district members, other organizations and the public. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical hazard from fire, equipment, traffic, smoke inhalation, and falling objects at emergency scenes, and exposure to health risks may occur. Performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as limited visibility, exposure to hazardous or toxic chemicals and gases, extremes in temperatures, cramped surroundings, and contact with death, emotional stress, contagious diseases, and terminal illness. | Requirements: DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS-TRAINING IS PROVIDED Knowledge of: • Modern fire service principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment. • Fire protection systems, evacuation considerations, and building construction regulations for fire safety. Ability to: • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions using the English language. • Obtain or possesses and maintain certification as an EMT-Basic or IV Tech, or Intermediate, when eligible per County standards. • Maintain physical conditioning necessary to perform efficiently in emergency situations; meet medical and physical agility standards as established. • Learn the geography of the District, the location of important buildings and the street system. • Participate in training drills; attend school and classes on fire fighting, hydraulics, first aid and emergency medicine, fire equipment, and apparatus, and other classes associated with recognized fire fighter and EMT standards. • Learn and apply technical information pertaining to fire fighting. • Assist career staff in performing protective inspections of structures and businesses in the community for fire hazards and pre-incident surveys for tactical planning. • Assist career staff in conducting fire-safety education classes. • Analyze and cope with a variety of emergency situations calmly but effectively and to react quickly to secure accurate and precise information on the location, extent, and nature of fires and emergency aid requests. • Sustain heavy physical labor during periods of intense activity in emergency situations; to work at varying heights above grade. • Work within a para-military organization and respond readily to directives. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public; to work effectively as a team member. • Assist career staff in updating map book for new additions, streets, and complexes for use in emergencies. • Service and operate all District equipment and apparatus. • Perform necessary maintenance, testing and care of fire hoses, trucks, ladders, and auxiliary equipment and apparatus. • Prevent waste and damage of materials, supplies, and equipment. • Perform general maintenance and minor repairs to station facilities; perform assigned janitorial activities and minor maintenance and painting. • Perform community service activities. • Maintain necessary records and reports, incident forms, and daily shift operation logs, to accommodate needs of the district including computer data entry. Training and Experience: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school and it is desirable to have obtained an associate’s degree and/or a four-year college degree in fire suppression, emergency medicine or a related field. Licenses; Certificates; Special requirements: • High School Diploma or GED • A valid PA Driver’s License | Categories: Firefighter, EMT

Volunteers are needed to serve on various committees such as Marketing, Fundraising, Finance, Food Drive, and Building. Volunteers will contribute their skills to help the organization meet its goals.

Volunteers are needed to assist in the warehouse with tasks such as receiving incoming food products, assisting clients, sorting and product control, packing products for pickup, stocking shelves, packaging, loading client vehicles, and general cleanup.

The Downingtown Fire Dept. is made-up of two, 100% volunteer fire companies that have served Downingtown Borough and East Caln Township since 1887. We are actively looking for new volunteers to serve our community. If you are interested in neighbors helping neighbors, consider joining either the Alert Fire Co. No. 1 at 122 W. Pennsylvania Ave. or the Minquas Fire Co. No. 2 at 141 Wallace Ave., both stations are in Downingtown, PA 19335. Please visit our websites for more information: www.alertfire.org or www.minquasfire.org | Requirements: The only requirement is that you are at least 16 years of age when you complete our Membership Application. No prior experience is necessary. We will train you and supply you with a complete set of personal protective equipment. | Categories: Firefighter, Fundraising, EMT, Community Education, Department Support

Maintain the list of members and conduct outreach for membership renewal and new members at Springton Manor Farm.

Work to improve and maintain the Victorian and butterfly gardens at Springton Manor Farm. Weeding Wednesdays are held on the first Wednesday of the month, from May to October.

Work to organize and preserve the historical files and materials at Springton Manor Farm. Members meet when available.

Assist with trail improvements and maintenance at Springton Manor Farm. Volunteers meet once or twice a month from spring to fall, as members are available. The team is currently on hold, hoping to restart pending County help.

Help the Friends of Springton Manor Farm develop and run events. See the Events page for a list of upcoming events.

Assist barn staff with the animals and cleaning stalls on weekends, both in the mornings and afternoons. The team is currently on hold, hoping to restart pending County help.