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3 people are interested
Help with childcare at shelter
ORGANIZATION: The Salvation Army of the Roanoke Valley
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3 people are interested
Provide childcare while clients are attending a meeting. Time would be each Thursday 6-8. Must be able to pass a background check. Training will be provided. There may be as little as 2 children needing care to as many as 10. Crafts and games will be provided. This is an ongoing opportunity and wonderful for church, civic groups which want to get involved.
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About The Salvation Army of the Roanoke Valley
Location:
724 Dale Avenue, PO Box 12088, Roanoke, VA 24013, US
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Description
The Salvation Army strives to meet the needs of individuals and families in crisis. Services include emergency material (food, clothing, etc.) Christmas assistance, Family services Energy Funds. Nursing home and hospital visitation, food pantry, Canteen Ministry - ministry to local housing projects. Programs include senior citizen club, Domestic shelter for women and children, Young Adult Drop in Center, as well as spiritual programs such as Bible Studies and Sunday worship services. Fundraising activities include general public appeals, special events and Christmas kettles. The Salvation Army is often among the first on the scene when disaster strikes. Officers are trained to meet all kinds of emergencies by providing food, shelter, clothing and spiritual comfort. Disaster canteens have become familiar sights to firemen, policemen and victims alike.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
724 Dale AvenueRoanoke, VA 24013
DATE POSTED
September 18, 2017
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Child Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Two hours each Thursday evening
- Must enjoy working with children and can pass a background check.