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4 people are interested
Volunteer with the Volunteers at Books For Africa
ORGANIZATION: Accord
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4 people are interested
Community Involvement Programs (CIP) supports people who have mental health diagnoses, intellectual disabilities and or developmental disabilities through services that promote wellness, safety and recovery. One of the programs is our Community Engagement Services, which connects people we support to opportunities to be involved and be of service in the community.
Description: Community Engagement Services provides opportunities to the people we support enabling them to live their greatest lives through participation in volunteering and skills acquisition activities. In order to better serve our community and we are seeking volunteers to assist people we support in their volunteer work. This particular need for a volunteer is at Books for Africa. The people CIP supports and the volunteers will engage in different tasks depending on the day and what is needed, Tasks will always include:
- Supporting people while they make a positive impact in the community
- Creating a positive, uplifting atmosphere
- Engaging in fun and light conversation
Qualifications:
- Outgoing, positive and patient attitude
- Be adaptable in a flexible working environment
- Must undergo criminal history background check
Training: Related to their specific assignments, volunteers will participate in ongoing training following their orientation with CIP. The Volunteer Coordinator will manage the onboarding process, including a background check and policy overview and later a designated staff point of contact will facilitate task specific training.
Benefits to Volunteer:
- Observe successful outcomes for persons supported through CIP services
- Lead community efforts to promote people living their greatest lives
- Be a part of a great community of fun and service minded people
Commitment and Location: Books For Africa is located at 635 Prior Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104. We volunteer there every Wednesday from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. It is asked that volunteers will continue to volunteer for at least 3 months on a regular basis.
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About Accord
Location:
Suite 1, 1600 Broadway Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55413, US
Mission Statement
As listeners, learners and leaders, we will stand with and support people with disabilities in their communities as they pursue their personal dreams and goals.
Description
We're here to help people cope with the issues surrounding social injustice, low income, aging, and homelessness -- and, in doing so, to help them live their greatest lives.
Since 1971, we've been meeting people where they are and bringing them what they need to live as independently, creatively, and fully as possible. We offer a variety of services and supports, which have all been developed as a result of listening to and understanding the needs of the people we serve, their loved ones and their communities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
635 Prior Ave NSt Paul, MN 55104
DATE POSTED
March 12, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Multi-Tasking
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Come at least every other Thursday