Be a program helper for activities with older adults on Monday afternoons

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Help us provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment for older adults and people with memory-loss disorders. As a Program Helper, you will play an important role helping participants partake in engaging, enjoyable activities. You’ll be a friendly face socializing with them, someone to physically assist during activities, or a support for set up or clean up. There are many moving parts to our programming, and you’ll be right in the middle of it all. Join us and make a difference in the lives of local adults and caregivers through Wilder Connect!

Responsibilities:

• Assist participants during activities and participate in the programming, especially with hands-on projects
• Help set up and cleanup activities, including moving tables, washing dishes, and more
• Foster a welcoming environment by engaging in conversation with participants
• Report any participant concerns or observations to your volunteer supervisor

Qualifications Needed:

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to interact with and assist people of varying backgrounds, cultures and identities, including race, ethnicity, class, sexual orientation, ability, gender, gender expression, religion, etc.
• Complete a criminal background check (Wilder covers the cost).
• Complete a Mantoux/TB test (Wilder covers the cost).
• Complete required online training about supporting adults with memory loss.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills to build rapport with participants.
• Able to listen and carefully follow directions.

Learn More:

• Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@wilder.org or call 651-280-2460 or click the orange "I Want to Help" button.
• Applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, all genders, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged.