- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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ORGANIZATION: SOAR Fox Cities
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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5 people are interested
Overview
SOAR Fox Cities is seeking volunteers for our adult social, recreational and respite program.
Activities include arts and crafts, walking, gardening, games, movie nights, bowling, dances and much more! Through these activities, SOAR participants develop self-esteem, social skills and healthy lifestyles.
Times and dates vary and include afternoons, evenings and weekends and volunteers set their own schedule based on their availability. Most activities are one to three hours in length.
Responsibilities
As a volunteer, you will be a part of our mission to empower people with differing abilities!
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
setting up for activities
assisting the program coordinator
serving refreshments
socializing with and guiding participants through activities
cleaning up
Qualifications
Enjoy working with people with a range of abilities
Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is helpful
Background check and reference check required
How to Apply
Contact the volunteer coordinator at volunteer@soarfoxcities.com or apply online at http://www.soarfoxcities.com/help/volunteer-registration/ .
About SOAR Fox Cities
SOAR Fox Cities empowers youth and adults with differing abilities through its social, recreational and educational programs, advocacy groups, and community education. SOAR serves individuals from birth through adulthood. As the single largest provider of programs of this type in the Fox Cities, SOAR improves the lives of the families we serve by offering them structure programs, social events, respite opportunities and a place to feel comfortable and find support. We provide programming and services for over 1,000 individuals with developmental disabilities.
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About SOAR Fox Cities
Location:
211 East Franklin Street, Appleton, WI 54911, US
Mission Statement
Empowering People with Differing Abilities.
Description
Vision:
A community where all individuals can be actively involved and have opportunities to maximize their potential.
Values:
Integrity - We conduct ourselves in a way that is honest, fair, transparent and ethical.
Respect - We honor and celebrate the differences in ourselves and others.
Advocacy - We champion the needs and concerns of individuals and their families.
Positive relationships - We recognize the power of positive relationships, providing opportunities to make human connections and supporting the development of life skills that contribute to strong relationships.
Life-long learning - We view learning as an activity that engages and enriches individuals over the course of their lives.
Community - We serve as a resource for the community and provide activities that promote the participation of individuals and their families in the larger community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
SOAR Fox Cities211 E. Franklin StreetAppleton, WI 54911
DATE POSTED
May 11, 2016
SKILLS
- Adult Education
- People Skills
- Special Needs
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training