Volunteer Requirements
Volunteering with Blue Ridge Adaptive Snow Sports (BRASS) is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Based on the State of Pennsylvania, Federal Government, and Move United requirements, as well as our student demand, the following requirements are in place in order to support our program as a Adaptive Instructor or Volunteer. Your involvement helps us enhance the lives of those we serve, allowing individuals with disabilities to experience the joy of skiing and snowboarding.
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Season Requirements:
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All of these requirements are in place to assure our students are enjoying snow sports in a safe environment . We also need to assure we have well trained volunteers who can provide safe and quality lessons while meeting our student demands.
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Submit Your Schedule
Our athletes and their families rely on our volunteers to provide a safe and enjoyable experience on the snow! Please submit your schedule. Whether you can commit to five days or join us every weekend, we need your support! Scroll down for details on commitment levels and pass benefits. |
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BRASS/Move United Waiver
This essential step not only ensures your safety but also fosters a culture of responsibility and awareness among all participants. At BRASS, we value our volunteers' commitment and strive to create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Your involvement helps us enhance the lives of those we serve, allowing individuals with disabilities to experience the joy of skiing and snowboarding. |
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FBI Fingerprinting + PA Child Abuse Clearance
All volunteers must secure background & finger printing checks . These include PA background checks & finger printing requirements . Information will be sent to you from our contracted company CBY. They ( and we ) will be tracking compliance. The background check must be completed annually. Finger printing requirements, must be competed every 5 years. If you did not complete these last year, they must be completed this year to return.
All volunteers must secure background & finger printing checks . These include PA background checks & finger printing requirements . Information will be sent to you from our contracted company CBY. They ( and we ) will be tracking compliance. The background check must be completed annually. Finger printing requirements, must be competed every 5 years. If you did not complete these last year, they must be completed this year to return.
- You will receive an email from the email address [email protected] with the subject line: BLUE RIDGE ADAPTIVE SNOW SPORTS INC. Background Questionnaire Notification
- You will need to have your Driver's License # and Social Security Number
- We recommend that you double check the information you provide for accuracy to make sure there is no delay in processing your background investigation.
Safe Sport Training
In compliance with the USA’s newest youth sports safety and prevention requirements The Safe Sport Act, as well as our Move United chapter member requirements, BRASS Inc requires all of their volunteers to complete SAFE SPORT TRAINING. BRASS Inc has chosen an on-line course which outlines, abuse prevention, recognition and reporting. The course is 1.5 hours, requires satisfactory completion of a knowledge quiz, and a certificate receipt.
In compliance with the USA’s newest youth sports safety and prevention requirements The Safe Sport Act, as well as our Move United chapter member requirements, BRASS Inc requires all of their volunteers to complete SAFE SPORT TRAINING. BRASS Inc has chosen an on-line course which outlines, abuse prevention, recognition and reporting. The course is 1.5 hours, requires satisfactory completion of a knowledge quiz, and a certificate receipt.
NCSI Background Screening
Move United requires a National Center for Safety Initiatives background screening. This screening takes about 10 minutes and all you need is your contact information and social security number. Click on this link to begin your screening
You will need to scroll to the bottom of the page and create an account.
Move United requires a National Center for Safety Initiatives background screening. This screening takes about 10 minutes and all you need is your contact information and social security number. Click on this link to begin your screening
You will need to scroll to the bottom of the page and create an account.
Volunteer Manual
Reviewing the Blue Ridge Adaptive Snow Sports manual is crucial for ensuring effective and safe instruction for individuals with disabilities in snow sports. This manual provides comprehensive guidelines which are essential for volunteers to support our students and families. By familiarizing themselves with the manual, volunteers can enhance their teaching strategies, promote inclusivity, and ensure that all participants have a positive and fulfilling experience on the slopes.
Reviewing the Blue Ridge Adaptive Snow Sports manual is crucial for ensuring effective and safe instruction for individuals with disabilities in snow sports. This manual provides comprehensive guidelines which are essential for volunteers to support our students and families. By familiarizing themselves with the manual, volunteers can enhance their teaching strategies, promote inclusivity, and ensure that all participants have a positive and fulfilling experience on the slopes.
CommitmentThe following are the requirements for Adaptive Instructors, On- Snow volunteers and Off- Snow volunteers.
Adaptive Instructor Commitment – Instructors should commit to 12 days to include participating in one day of orientation/off-snow and one day of on-snow training. The remaining 10 full days are required for teaching, completing required in season training, or providing needed volunteer services to BRASS. These needs will be discussed in our returning meeting. Instructors will also be required to attend 2 Movement Analysis Zoom sessions provided by the Liberty Training Staff. (Notification emails will be provided for these). On or Off Snow volunteers – Should commit to a minimum of 5 days. We encourage all of our on-snow volunteers to work toward PSIA/ ASSI Adaptive Certification. Therefore, we strongly encourage participation up to 10 days or more to improve skiing and adaptive skills for future certification. On-Snow volunteers working toward Instructor positions – must complete the BRASS ITC (Instructor Training Course) consisting of an off snow and on snow training and assessment. ( 2 days ). |
Season Pass & Lift Tickets for VolunteerAdaptive Instructor - As long as you are an instructor in good standing, your season pass can be retained according to our BRASS policy guidelines.
On- Snow & Off – Snow Volunteers – receive a lift ticket for participation during on-snow or off-snow completed days. You will also earn an additional lift ticket for each day of your completed commitment. Please review these requirements before you make your commitment to return. Please be informed all of these will help us grow a safe, well trained staff to meet the need of our students and families. These requirements also support you with your future development and training goals. |
Questions? Contact Joan Murphy / Meredith Peace at [email protected]
