“Marie is a fantastic Community Counselor and has been extremely helpful.” Host family from Colorado
The Community Counselor's Role
What can I do to help? 
By getting involved as a Community Counselor, you will be making a difference in the world - one young person at a time. As a EurAupair Community Counselor, you'll be that all-important point person for au pairs placed in your area during their year abroad, and for the host families in your area during their program year. Counselor, advocate and friend are just some of the roles you will play as you oversee the EurAupair program in your area and help the au pairs and host families get the most out of their year together.
What Are Some of the Responsibilities of a EurAupair
Community Counselor?
As a trained EurAupair Community Counselor, you'll receive on-going support from your EurAupair Area Coordinator and Regional Director as you take on a variety of challenging roles! Not only will you help young people from around the world, you will also get to know better the families in your own area. In addition, you will expand your circle of community contacts by establishing relationships with local business, civic groups, clubs and other organizations as you promote awareness of the EurAupair Program in your area. Take a look at just some of the skills you'll use and responsibilities you'll have.
Public relations:
Become a "P.R." person for EurAupair in your community by promoting the program to recruit new host families
Interviewing:
Interview and screen prospective host families
Training:
Conduct host family and au pair orientations
Counseling:
Offer support and guidance to au pairs and host families throughout their exchange year
Coordinating:
Maintain monthly contact with each host family and au pair. Plan and organize social and recreational meetings/activities with the au pairs in your area
What's the next Step:
Join EurAupair's volunteers today and make a difference! By taking the time to help an international young person, you will know that you're doing your part to help achieve a more peaceful world. Email us or call your regional office or apply online for information on how you can become a EurAupair Community Counselor today!