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Veterans Connect @ the Library- Veterans Resource Outreach Specialist
ORGANIZATION: Sacramento Public Library
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Position Overview and Impact:
The Veterans Resource Outreach Specialist is responsible for the delivery of Veterans Resource Station activities at a branch, event or library pop-up; the dissemination of information about veterans’ benefits and services; the provision of directional assistance to individuals in obtaining these benefits; and informing veterans and military families about library programs, services and resources.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be punctual and consistent with attendance
- Cover the Veterans Resource Station and/or pop-ups in a designated library for a minimum of one 2-hour shift per week, or once a month depending on the library or event
- Meet with veterans and/or military families to determine individual needs and connect them with appropriate resources
- Guide veterans and military families toward benefits that are best matched to their situation and facilitate access to a variety of resources, such as the CalVet Resource Handbook and the County Veterans Services Office (CVSO)
- Maintain data as required by the program, the Library or other allied organizations
Requirements:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to respect and maintain patron confidentiality in all interactions
- Ability to maintain effective personal and professional boundaries in all interactions
- Attendance at Library and program orientations and trainings
- Completion of a series of (6) online training modules
- Ability to work on a computer or mobile device (i.e. tablet)/enter data
- Submit program documentation as required
Optional:
- Previous armed services experience an advantage, but not required
Skills:
- Ability to interact with diverse participants, discuss a wide range of issues, and determine effective and appropriate course of referral
- Ability to provide excellent public service
- Ability to work collaboratively with agencies, library staff and other program volunteers
- Proficient with MS Office
Benefits of Volunteering:
- Community service and engagement
- Assisting veterans and military families
- Liaison to library resources, services and programs
- Public speaking and leadership opportunities
Time Commitment:
- 2 to 3 hours on the first Tuesday of every month
Contact Person: Katie Ball | kball@saclibrary.org | 916-264-2893
1 Shift
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afternoon /
02:30 PM to 04:30 PM
Shift is for the first Tuesday of every month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Rancho Cordova branch.
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About Sacramento Public Library
Location:
Volunteer Services, 828 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814, US
Mission Statement
Sacramento Public Library inspires our communities to discover, learn and grow.
Description
Public libraries in California seek to engage the talents, skills and commitment of volunteers to serve the communities' information and literacy needs. Libraries offer a variety of skilled volunteer opportunities to make a meaningful contribution to library programs, operations, fundraising events and other community engagement functions. Skilled volunteers have opportunities to lead projects, work with teams of staff and volunteers, learn new skills, and have fun.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Sacramento Public Library-Rancho Cordova branch9845 Folsom Blvd.Sacramento, CA 95827
DATE POSTED
October 11, 2019
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Veteran Care
- Community Outreach
- Public Speaking
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Orientation or Training
- 2-3 hours on the first Tuesday of every month
- Military service an advantage, but not required