Through the County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors’ leadership and commitment the County’s Volunteer Program has played a critical role in the enrichment of public service. VISTO volunteers make a difference in transforming the lives of youth in our care and within your communities. Volunteers in Service to Others program (VISTO) provides individuals 21 years or older and opportunity to contribute services to probationers in detention centers or camps. Volunteer services include religious, education, administrative, mentoring, and coaching supervised by authorized personnel under the direction of the facility director.
As you help young people learn and acquire successful life skills you will experience the reward and satisfaction that comes when you help others succeed. There is no greater reward than being in service to others.
Requirements
- Citizen of the United States or legal US resident
- Possess a valid government issued ID
- Possess a social security card
- Live Scan (Background and fingerprinting) clearance (no felony convictions or outstanding warrants)
- Commit to volunteer a minimum of two hours per month
- Participation in faith-based services require additional screening and training and may require additional volunteer hours.
Explore your opportunities to serve youth and families with us today. On behalf of the Probation Department, thank you for your interest and contributing your time to make a difference.
The Department offers multiple opportunities to become volunteers. See the link below for the VISTO Volunteer Program application.
For more information, please email the following program coordinator:
(562) 940-2515 or email: Shakeitha.Ruttlen@probation.lacounty.gov
VISTO Program Application:
Link attached VISTO application here.
We look forward to counting on your support and talents to advance the important work of the Los Angeles County Probation Department.