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2 people are interested
Social Media Intern - Help expand our Peer Led Arthritis Support Network program
ORGANIZATION: Arthritis Introspective
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2 people are interested
Do you know that 65% of the people living with arthritis are under the age of 65! Join us in improving the lives of adults living with arthritis and rheumatic diseases through connection, wellness education, empowerment and support groups.
The primary responsibility this administrative intern is to support the Arthritis Support Network Director in various administrative projects.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Social Media/Online Event Management
- create Facebook pages for new support groups.
- Use Hootsuite to promote upcoming local events.
- Review and update information on upcoming events on our website.
Qualifications:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent organization skill
- Demonstrate a knowledge of social media, Microsoft office and other virtual/cloud based software or is willing to learn
- High level of attention to detail and seeing projects through to their completion
- Must be a self-starter, with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Experience with Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), and CiviCRM --preferred
- Pledge a six-month minimum of sustained volunteering
- Passion for grassroots organizing and impacting adults living with arthritis
This unpaid position is voluntary. Initially we will meet in West LA and then some tasks can be done virtually. Whether you join us as an expert or a novice, there are opportunities available to truly make a difference in our community. Leadership growth is encouraged. This is a great position for someone interested in building basic administrative skills and learning about the non-profit sector.
ABOUT ARTHRITIS SUPPORT NETWORK: Arthritis Introspective merged with the Arthritis Foundation in 2016 to provide in personalized help and support to adults living with arthritis & rheumatic diseases and are expanding our efforts in in person arthritis support networks across the US.
Goal: Our goal is to improve the lives of adults living with arthritis and rheumatic diseases through connection, education and empowerment.
Vision: To ensure that people with any form of arthritis and rheumatic disease are empowered to not just survive with arthritis but thrive!
Goals:
- To foster Support Groups for adults living with arthritis to help them overcome the physical and psychological challenges of severe chronic illness.
- To host the Annual Gathering Conference, a three-day conference focused on wellness, education, and empowerment for people and their loved ones from around the country.
- To provide outreach via our website, www.arthritisintrospective.org, social media presences and Inspire Online Community.
Interns will provide substantial contributions to our organization’s growth and be truly integrated members of our team. We are looking for people who are flexible, proactive, responsible, and passionate.
More opportunities with Arthritis Introspective
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Arthritis Introspective
Location:
5217 E 26TH ST, TUCSON, AZ 85711, US
Mission Statement
Arthritis Introspective is pleased to be part of the Arthritis Foundation family. The goal of our Arthritis Support Networks is to provide personalized help & support to adults with all types of arthritis and rheumatic conditions. Our peer-led, local support networks offer connection, education, and empowerment. Almost all of our opportunities can be done remotely by volunteers who are making a difference for adults living with arthritis in all stages of adulthood.
Description
Arthritis Support Networks are part of an expanding range of Arthritis Foundation resources that provides personalized help & support to adults with all types of arthritis and rheumatic conditions. Our peer-led, local support networks offer connection, education and empowerment.
How we fulfill our goal:
Local Outreach
Local networks provide a supportive social connection. Groups are guided by trained volunteer leaders and are tailored to each group’s needs. Group members become self-advocates and develop self-management skills.
Annual Conference Gathering
Each year conference attendees meet for a multi-day education event geared toward learning, bonding, and developing important skills in leadership and mutual support.
Connection
Connect online with others for support and inspiration. Participants can share stories and learn from the experiences of others with arthritis.
Groups meet at least six times a year and feature a combination of educational and social activities that are inclusive to people living with all types of arthritis.
Trained volunteer leaders share a common goal of bringing people together for activities focused on mutual support and positive coping strategies for living well.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
TBAWest Los Angeles, CA 90025
DATE POSTED
January 15, 2018
SKILLS
- Copy Writing / Copy Editing
- Social Media / Blogging
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Interactive/Social Media/SEO
- Administrative Support
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 6 months to a year, approximately 3-4 hr/week