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5 people are interested
Volunteer for the Southern Tier CA$H program
ORGANIZATION: Arbor Housing and Development
Please visit the new page to apply.
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5 people are interested
Volunteering for the Southern Tier CA$H program
Do you want to feel good at tax time?
STCA$H is seeking individuals to join its team of volunteers for the 2019-2020 filing season, beginning in late January 2020. Greeter/Receptionist and Tax Preparer opportunities are available in Bath, Corning, Elmira, Hornell, and Watkins Glen.
Choose the days and times that work for you - the site runs Monday through Thursday with varying morning, afternoon, and evening shifts available.
The major responsibilities of a CASH Greeter/Receptionist include:
- Greet all taxpayers visiting the site and create a pleasant atmosphere at the tax site, Sign-in tax clients in the order they enter the tax site (we do not accept "walk-ins", all appointments are made through 211 Helpline)
- Distribute client intake sheets and other handouts
- Provide general assistance to site patrons (directions to restrooms, waiting area)
- Ask if they have brought all information requested (Ex. License/Photo ID, Social Security cards)
- Ensure that customer privacy and confidentiality is maintained at all time
- Complete required training and IRS Volunteer Tax Preparer certification tests (many resources available, and we will help you every step of the way)
- Manage volunteer schedule using online scheduling tool
- Work directly with individuals and families who need help preparing tax returns
- Prepare tax returns by reading and interpreting tax forms and entering data into TaxSlayer software
- Explain the tax return to the client and answer questions
- Protect client privacy and confidentiality at all times
- Provide excellent customer service
All volunteers are required to complete, at a minimum, IRS Standards of Conduct Certification. We provide all training and materials.
Southern Tier CA$H (Creating Assets, Savings and Hope) is a coalition of community partners, led by Arbor Housing and Development, is a free IRS VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) income tax assistance program to low-to-moderate income individuals and families, disabled, and elderly.
More information about the STCA$H program, including other volunteer opportunities, available on the STCA$H website at www.arbordevelopment.org/stcash or email cash@stcash.org or call 607-937-2201
More opportunities with Arbor Housing and Development
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Arbor Housing and Development
Location:
26 Bridge Street, Corning, NY 14830, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Arbor Housing and Development is to enhance the quality of life in communities by building independence and creating housing options.
Description
Arbor Housing and Development is a progressive, non-profit, 501(c)3 corporation, committed to building independence and creating housing options to underserved populations primarily in the Southern Tier of New York and North Central Pennsylvania. Created 45 years ago during the "war on poverty" as Steuben Churchpeople Against Poverty, the organization has grown from 8 part-time volunteers dedicated to self-help housing to 100 full-time employees. We offer residential behavioral health and domestic violence services that help people overcome challenges and go on to live safely on their own. Arbor Housing and Development's assistance for renters and home-buyers creates a pathway to the security and stability all people deserve. By developing, rehabilitating and managing quality residential sites, we empower people to live within their means in communities of their choice.
Arbor Housing and Development is an experienced developer of affordable housing as well as supportive housing for at-need populations. Our diverse Real Estate Development experience includes new construction, rehabilitation, historic restoration and adaptive reuse. Arbor Housing and Development is a Chartered Member of NeighborWorks America, is a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), is a NYS HCR-certified Rural Preservation Corporation and is a HUD Certified Housing Counseling Organization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Tax Preparation SiteCollege AvenueElmira, NY 14901
DATE POSTED
October 14, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Min of 4 hours per week between January and April