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20 people are interested
Front Desk/ Receptionist Volunteer (Morning and Afternoon Coverage)
ORGANIZATION: The Carter Burden Network
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20 people are interested
The Carter Burden Network (CBN) is dedicated to supporting the efforts of older people to remain in their homes living independently, safely, and with dignity. Volunteers are an integral component of the Carter Burden Center's 50 years of success. No matter your age, experience or schedule, CBN can accommodate your needs to ensure that you have a meaningful and effective volunteer experience.
The Carter Burden/ Leonard Covello Senior Program is looking for a front desk/ receptionist volunteer for weekdays (Monday - Friday) during the Mornings (9am-11:45am) or Afternoons (12pm-3pm). The receptionist will greet senior participants and visitors, assist seniors and guest with Health-Screening, answer and direct phone calls to appropriate staff.
Skills/ Qualifications:
- Answer telephone calls and greet visitors
- Ability to listen and communicate
- Ability to present a professional, friendly, and objective appearance to participants, visitors and staff
- Bilingual English/ Spanish would be a plus
- Experience with senior population preferred
All volunteers are to adhere to CDC/ Department of Health COVID-19 guidelines. Must were mask during service at all times.
Benefits:
- Learn new skills and gain office experience
If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please contact us at: volunteer@carterburdencenter.org
2 Shifts
- morning / 09:00 AM to 11:45 AM
- afternoon / 12:00 PM to 03:00 PM
- NONE OF THESE TIMES WORK FOR ME, BUT I CAN STILL HELP
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About The Carter Burden Network
Location:
415 East 73rd Street, New York, NY 10021, US
Mission Statement
The Carter Burden Network promotes the well-being of seniors 60 and older through a continuum of services, advocacy, arts and culture, health and wellness and volunteer programs, all oriented to individual, family and community needs. We are dedicated to supporting the efforts of older people to live safely and with dignity.
Description
The Carter Burden Network was established in 1971, by New York City Council Member Carter Burden. He represented the Upper East Side of Manhattan, and founded the Center to assist the neighborhood's large number of older residents who were poor, in declining health and isolated.
The Carter Burden Network has grown into an agency with 12 programs in 7 locations and more than 100 employees. Now we serve approximately 5,000 seniors every year across the borough of Manhattan. It is a network of centers, programs and services that work together with government, corporate, individual and community partners to lead the way in aging services in New York City.
CBN offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities to meet your interests. No matter your age, experience or schedule, CBN can accommodate your needs to ensure that you have a meaningful and effective volunteer experience. Opportunities can range from a one-time service day to a long-term volunteer commitment. We welcome individual, community and corporate groups to volunteer with us!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
312 East 109th StreetNew York, NY 10029
DATE POSTED
June 10, 2021
SKILLS
- Data Entry
- Office Reception
- Basic Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Multi-Tasking
- Administrative Support
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Monday-Friday ( mornings or afternoons) 9am-12pm, 12:00pm-3pm
- Volunteers must adhere to CDC/Department of Health COVID-19 guidelines. Mask must be worn at all times.