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Volunteers play an important role in the vitality of NAMI Central Oregon. Volunteers continue to help the organization thrive as we educate, advocate, and support for our community members in need, helping to improve their quality of life.

NAMI Central Oregon is always looking for dedicated volunteers. Our volunteer needs change regularly, but we are always looking for candidates who have any experience with any of the following: graphic design, program leaders, day of events, event planning, fundraising skills, and/or willingness to just help.

Help us make NAMIWalks Central Oregon a success! We are delighted to announce that NAMIWalks Central Oregon will take place May 18, 2024, at Pioneer Park in Bend, OR.

Registration is live, so sign up to walk, lead a team, or sponsor the Walk today at namiwalks.org/centraloregon.

Graphic Design

Are you a graphic designer? We are looking for a volunteer who can create modern, fresh-looking Constant Contact and Canva templates for our newsletter, promotional and program emails, and social media.

We are looking for volunteers to bring in-person NAMI programs to Central Oregon. Would you like to be trained to be an In Our Own Voice presenter, support group facilitator, or educational class teacher?

Take board meeting minutes, general administrative support, mailings, and thank you cards.

Help NAMI Central Oregon out with in-person events and projects!

• Understanding and upholding the values of NAMI Central Oregon.
• Understanding the rules of the organization as well as your roles and responsibilities within the organization.
• Complete any relevant training related to volunteer position.
• Arrive on time for all meetings and events assigned, unless other arrangements have been made.
• Remain professional with all other volunteers, staff, and community partners.
• Make recommendations for improvements when applicable.

• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism and punctuality
• Respect and compassion for people affected by mental health conditions with desire to help
• Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations with positive spirit and open-mindedness
• Passion to learn about mental health conditions, resources, and behavioral health system
• Willingness to take initiative to seek help when needed, and ability to accept and implement constructive feedback
• Maturity and patience to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences while demonstrating empathy to facilitate respectful dialogue with community members.