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8 people are interested
Courtyard Social Media Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Wellness House
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8 people are interested
Role Summary & Anticipated Outcome
Located in Hinsdale, IL, The Courtyard was founded in 1991 by a group of close friends whose lives had been affected by cancer. Combining their love of interior design with a desire to help others, this dedicated group of volunteers created a place to purchase previously-owned, high-quality furniture and home accessories. The shop is staffed almost entirely by volunteers, with proceeds from The Courtyard directly supporting Wellness House, a not-for-profit organization that provides families and individuals with the tools needed to meet the challenges of everyday life after a cancer diagnosis.
As a Social Media Volunteer, you will help us develop and maximize the impact of all our social media platforms.
Responsibilities:
* Collaborating with Courtyard management, develop, create, and execute a social media strategy and content calendar for the Courtyard
* In collaboration with Courtyard management, create social content across platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, blog
* Maintain consistent Courtyard brand and voice across all social media platforms
Staff responsibilities to Volunteers
* Provide training on Courtyard and Wellness House
* Be available for any questions or concerns
Qualifications and Skills
* Commitment to mission of Wellness House: Wellness House envisions a community where all people affected by cancer thrive. Offered at no cost, and as a complement to medical treatment, our programs educate, support and empower participants so they will improve their physical and emotional well-being.
* Experience managing social media platforms
* Interest in upscale home furnishings and interior design
* BA in Journalism, Marketing, Communication, or English preferred
* Must not have attended programs at Wellness House as a participant within the last 6 months
Commitment
* Initially would require meeting with management staff to develop a plan, then ongoing 2-4 hours per week to develop and post content
* One-year commitment, (can work from home with a reliable computer)
Impact
* Developing our social outreach and voice could lead to an increase in sales to benefit Wellness House
Benefit
* Volunteers will increase problem solving, communication, and organization skills. Volunteers will become a part of the volunteer community at the Courtyard.
More opportunities with Wellness House
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Wellness House
Location:
131 N County Line Road, Hinsdale, IL 60521, US
Mission Statement
Wellness House envisions a community where all people affected by cancer thrive. Offered at no cost, and as a complement to medical treatment, our programs educate, support, and empower participants so they will improve their physical and emotional well-being.
Description
We’re a warm, welcoming home filled with people and programs that are here to help. With support groups, classes, social events, and much, much more, Wellness House was built to give back the strength and control that cancer can take away.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
63 Village PlaceHinsdale, IL 60521
DATE POSTED
May 8, 2018
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Social Media / Blogging
- Interactive/Social Media/SEO
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- 2-4 Hours/Week