- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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20 people are interested
Looking for social butterflies to support our social activities
ORGANIZATION: Compeer of Greater Buffalo
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
20 people are interested
One in five people will experience a mental health challenge at some point in their life. And for many, life circumstances will leave them socially isolated and lonely.
Compeer group social activities are a way to engage our participants in social settings, giving them an opportunity to practice social skills, find comfort around others, and increase their self-esteem.
So whether you like paint nights, holiday parties, or fitness activities, there’s a spot for you to help bring some joy and stress relief to our participants.
Our group activity volunteers assist with set up, activity facilitation, and clean up. Activities typically last 90 minutes, with additional time for set up and clean up. Volunteers can assist for one activity or be part of the on-going volunteer team.
At this time we are doing a combination of virtual activities (on Wednesday evenings) and outdoor activities (activity days/time vary but are often on weeknight evenings). Outdoor activities are typically held at a park, but other locations are included. Assignments will be located throughout Erie County, NY.
Volunteers must be 18 years of age and complete a screening process including a phone interview, reference checks and a background check, which includes fingerprinting.
To learn more about our social activity program and how volunteers help, schedule a call with Director of Volunteer Engagement here: https://calendly.com/compeerlisa/volunteer-interest
If you'd like to apply, you may do so here: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5995423/Volunteer-Application
More opportunities with Compeer of Greater Buffalo
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Compeer of Greater Buffalo
Location:
1179 Kenmore Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14217, US
Mission Statement
Promoting good mental health through meaningful friendships.
Description
Compeer Buffalo operates four core programs, each focusing on friendship and supportive relationships to encourage mental wellness. These include one-on-one volunteer mentoring, group mentoring social activities, school-based mentoring, and Mental Health Education (including the evidenced based curriculum for Mental Health First Aid). Volunteers become positive role models, help raise self-esteem, increase social and communication skills, and encourage independence for their Compeer friends. The relationship between volunteers and their friends encourages a sense of belonging, trust, respect, hope, support, and empowerment.
The Compeer model of one-to-one support is an evidenced based program that was recognized in 2007 by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) - a branch of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - as an evidenced based program under the National Registry of Evidenced based Programs and Practices (NREPP).
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Buffalo, NY 14217
DATE POSTED
October 25, 2021
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Multi-Tasking
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Varies depending upon assignment, average time for one assignment is 2 hours.