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Administrative/Creative Assistant
ORGANIZATION: On Common Ground, Inc.
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10 people are interested
On Common Ground, Inc. is a grass-roots organization committed to improving the lives of individuals who are experiencing economic, social, and/or familial poverty in the greater Attleboro Area through fostering and encouraging the active involvement of the local community in one to one relationships. On Common Ground, Inc. is seeking a committed volunteer 6 hours per week to assist in the office. Volunteer Position hours are Tuesday 9:00am-3:00pm (some flexibility in times) The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks: - Answer phones -Distribute information as needed and requested by staff and volunteers - Assist in creating and distributing (both physical & via internet): quarterly newsletters, mailings, press releases - Maintain fundraising materials as needed - Oversee and keep schedules posted - Other administrative tasks as needed Qualifications: -be an organized, independent, self-starter willing to take initiative -have computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Publisher (to create simple graphics), internet skills and Constant Contact experience necessary Requirements: -able to commit to a minimum of 1 year -be committed to On Common Ground's core values of voluntary relationships, mentoring, role modeling, social opportunities, life-skills education, friendship, resource information and referral, and organizational partnerships
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About On Common Ground, Inc.
Location:
453 South Main Street, ATTLEBORO, MA 02703, US
Mission Statement
The mission of On Common Ground, Inc. is to improve the lives of individuals who are experiencing economic, social and/or familial poverty in the Attleboro Area by fostering and encouraging the active involvement of the local community in 1:1 voluntary relationships with them. The core values of the organization are to be expressed through: -Voluntary relationships -Mentoring -Role modeling -Social opportunities -Life - skills education -Friendship -Resource information and referral -Organizational partnerships With the understanding that the condition of any one life will affect the lives of the whole community it is the desire of the organization to improve the quality of life for all through a "principle of connectedness" to one another that crosses the boundaries of generation, ethnicity, creed, social status and capabilities.
Description
The Mentor Center is founded on establishing voluntary associations of emotional kindness as the basis for mentor-mentee relationships in order to create a positive atmosphere for learning life skills. Mentoring in the life areas of: Budgeting, Education,Employment, Healthcare/Nutrition, Parenting, Social relationships, Life coping/satisfaction, By Teaching: Assessment of difficulties, Prioritizing actions, Developing plans of approach, Problem solving skills, Time management, Limit setting, Organizing, Through providing Guidance, Hands on assistance, Information on available resources, Referrals to appropriate agencies. What we do not offer: Monetary assistance, Professional counseling
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
453 South Main StreetAttleboro, MA 02703
DATE POSTED
January 16, 2015
SKILLS
- Office Reception
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 6 hours
- 1 year commitment