VOLUNTEERS

People who give freely of their time and talent to a worthwhile group or cause. A volunteer is someone who believes that people make a difference and is willing to prove it. AYSO needs volunteers because people power runs AYSO. Volunteers strengthen AYSO by giving their time and energy, their ideas and ideals. Volunteers make AYSO happen.

Almost anyone can volunteer. Moms, dads, sisters, brothers, grandparents, even friends. We need women and men, young, middle-aged and "young at heart" folks. AYSO wants volunteers who want to help make our soccer program a fun experience for kids.

Overview

All volunteers (e.g,. coaches, referees, team parents) are required to complete a few requirements. After the you have completed the "signup" process, we would like for you to contact us so that we know you expressed interest in volunteering and can verify the requirements are completed in the system:

Coaches contact Coach Administrators
Referees contact Referee Administrators
Team Parents contact Team Parent Coordinators

Volunteer Process

Steps to Volunteer

1. "Signup" for the volunteer role and complete the background check. This is required every year.

2. Complete the AYSO Safe Haven course.

3. Complete the CDC Concussion Awareness course. Per State of Michigan, this must be retaken every three years)

If you are a coach or referee, you are required to complete the age-appropriate training for the age-division you are going to be volunteering to coach and/or referee.

"Signup" For A Volunteer Role

To "signup" for a volunteer role, you will

1. Go to www.ayso459.org

2. Click on the "Register Now" or "Login" link in the upper right corner

- If you have previously registered your child or yourself in AYSO 459, then you will click on "Login". Otherwise, you will need to create an account by clicking on the "Register Now"

3. Click on the "Volunteer" tab on the left side of the dashboard

4. Click on the "Find Volunteer Roles" and select the age division and role you want to "signup"

5. Complete the form & e-Sign your document.

AYSO Safe Haven & CDC Concussion Awareness Courses

To complete the AYSO Safe Haven & CDC Concussion Awareness Courses, you will

1. Go to www.aysou.org

2. Login in with the same credentials you used for www.ayso459.org

3. Click on "My Courses" tab in the red menu bar

4. Launch the online courses

AYSO Safe Haven Certification
AYSO's Safe Haven is estimated to take 30-60 minutes, and the certification will be considered "current" until if/when AYSO changes the course material. The course was developed to protect both children and volunteers. The program covers protection guidelines, safety and injury prevention as well as the importance of role modeling sporting behavior and supporting the philosophies of AYSO.

CDC Concussion Awareness Certification
CDC Concussion Awareness certification is estimated to take 45-60 minutes, and the certification will be considered acceptable until if/when the CDC changes the course material. By taking this free, online course and using what you learn, you will be well positioned to improve the culture of concussion. Your actions can help create a safe environment for young athletes so that they can stay healthy, active, and thrive - both on and off the playing field. Upon completion of this training, you can print out the certificate, making it easy to show your league or school you are ready for the season.

Coach & Referee Courses

Coaches, please see www.ayso459.org > Coaches > Coach Training for more details on the requirements and how to register for the course. You are welcome to contact the Coach Administrators. Referees, please contact the Referee Administrators.

Volunteers Wanted

Below are the various positions for which we are actively seeking volunteers. If you don't see role, then send email to the Regional Commissioner and make a suggestion.

Coach

Spend quality time with your child and bring smiles to a whole team. We provide training clinics, coach manuals and equipment. You provide the fun. Moms and Dads welcomed!! No experience needed. Responsible for running the team practices and making line-ups at games

Assistant Coach

Help your child’s coach. Again, we provide training

Referee

We provide training and equipment (no experience needed); you get to learn the Laws of the Game and to blow a whistle as loud as you can. Start in 8U and do just a few games. You are more than welcome to referee your child’s game.

Assistant Registrar

Publicity/Social Media
Work on our newsletter and/or website or help distribute information about our program to participants in the program and the community. When needed, deliver fliers about our program to schools and businesses. Wherever you can pitch in, we’d be glad for the assistance.

Special Events

Picture Day, Region Picnic, other events.

Team Parent Coordinator

Responsible for coordinating various events for the Region, such as Picture Day and the Region Picnic.

Assistant Treasurer

Work with the Region Treasurer to keep an accurate accounting of all the monies received and paid out. No experience necessary. We provide all the training required.

Assistant Child & Volunteer Protection Advocate (CVPA)

Assist the Region CVPA in ensuring that all volunteers are registered with the Region and help administer the Safe Haven program. We provide all the training, manuals and procedures required to perform this position.

Assistant Safety Director

Assist the Region Safety Director who is responsible for all aspects of the Region’s safety.

Fields and Grounds

Help to make sure our fields are in playable condition and are left in good shape.

Website Manager

AYSO REGION 459 SHELBY-UTICA-MACOMB

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