Neighbor Network

MISSION: Helping Older Adults Stay Independent.

TITLE OF POSITION: Handyman/Fix-It Volunteer

SUPERVISED AND SUPPORTED BY: Lori O’Day Volunteer Manager

PURPOSE OF JOB: To support the mission of Neighbor Network by providing services that help keep our members safe in their homes; installing grab bars and wheelchair ramps, changing light bulbs that are hard to reach, etc.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Volunteers go to clients home and do an initial assessment on work that needs done and may need to advise the client on supplies needed.
• Volunteers may need to purchase supplies but should keep the receipt and give it the member for a reimbursement.
• Volunteers provide the needed service and/or perform the repair
• Volunteers may not accept any form of payment, tips or gifts in exchange for their volunteer service.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be age 21 or older
• Must have reliable vehicle with current driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Desire to assist seniors and adults with disabilities.

TIME COMMITMENT: There is no required time commitment. Fix-it jobs are scheduled on an as-needed basis as members call and request those services. You may accept as many fix-it jobs per month as your schedule allows.

BENEFITS:

• The opportunity to make a difference in your community and in the lives of seniors and adults with disabilities.
• There may be grant stipend funds available to help offset volunteer’s gas expense. You have the opportunity to request this when you report your monthly hours.

REQUIRED SCREENING: Applicants must pass a background and reference check and have a clean motor vehicle record.

CONTACT: Lori O’Day, Volunteer Manager, 303-814-4300 or

neighbornetwork@douglas.co.us