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45 people are interested
Volunteer Outreach Team Member
ORGANIZATION: Neighborhood Clinic
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45 people are interested
GENERAL ROLE DESCRIPTION
Neighborhood Clinic provides completely free immediate care services for non-emergent medical problems, as well as hosting free dental services. Outreach Team Members get that message out in the community - so people who need our services know we are here, so that possible volunteers know about us, and so that possible donors know about us too!
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Outreach Team Members may choose to take part in any or all of the activities described:
Take occasional shifts at Neighborhood Clinic tables at area events/festivals to answer questions about the clinic’s services and needs. Volunteers are always scheduled in pairs for tabling.
Take occasional shifts to visit area businesses or organizations to share information about Neighborhood Clinic and/or replenish signs/flyers. Volunteers are scheduled in pairs or groups.
Help prepare outreach supplies; pack/load/unload materials for transport by car
Participate in "quick response" social media campaigns by sharing specific messages or posts by Neighborhood Clinic when a Quick Response Alert is sent out.
Assist in presentations given by Neighborhood Clinic staff for area community groups
SUPERVISION
The Outreach Team Member is supervised by the Executive Director or designee.
TIME COMMITMENT
Varies. Opportunities to sign up for events will be offered as they are scheduled. The need for participation is greater during summer months, but is not limited to summer.
REQUIREMENTS
Attend an Outreach Orientation session (these may take place in person or virtually)
Be at least 16 years old
Access to email
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual - Any language pair!
More opportunities with Neighborhood Clinic
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Neighborhood Clinic
Location:
1323 SOUTH YAKIMA AVE, TACOMA, WA 98405, US
Mission Statement
A free, walk-in medical clinic in Tacoma: The Neighborhood Clinic is grounded on the belief that healing occurs where physical and medical care is accompanied by consistent emotional support and a regard for the whole person. Therefore, in response to the call of the Spirit, we at the Neighborhood Clinic endeavor to meet each person as an individual, to heal, to bind up wounds, to teach and to advocate for those in need. We strive to foster an emotionally supportive atmosphere, focusing on holistic care for all of those we welcome through our door.
Description
Established in 1983, Neighborhood Clinic provides free urgent medical care to those who cannot afford or access healthcare. The clinic is open on Monday and Thursday evenings, seeing patients on a walk-in basis. All medical providers and other care team members are volunteers. Neighborhood Clinic is a United Way agency, and is supported completely by grants and private donations.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1323 South Yakima StreetTacoma, WA 98405
DATE POSTED
August 10, 2016
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- People Skills
- Healthcare
- Public Relations
- Community Outreach
- Interactive/Social Media/SEO
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Varies and is by sign-up; it is specific to events