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St. Vincent de Paul Welcome Room Volunteer

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ORGANIZATION: VANTAGE Aging Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

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Become a Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul in Cincinnati in their welcome room. Welcome Rooms serve neighbors by addressing their immediate, physical needs in a way that restores their dignity. Volunteers also address the neighbor's emotional needs by listening compassionately. Volunteers connect the client to resources to help them get back on their feet.

Duties include:
Assess immediate needs of the neighbor such as clothing/furniture vouchers, rent/utility assistance, food pantry assistance, bus tickets, etc.
Engage neighbor in meaningful and dignifying interactions and conversations while assisting the neighbor.
Record data and services given in our Case Management System

Qualifications:
Basic computer skills/willingness to learn our Case Management System

Whatever your passion and purpose is, we are here to connect you to local nonprofits. RSVP is exclusive to those 55 years+ and residents of Greater Cincinnati.

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About VANTAGE Aging Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Location:

644 Linn St., Ste. 620, Cincinnati, OH 45203, US

Mission Statement

Promoting a positive perspective on aging.

Description

RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) is an AmeriCorps Senior program with VANTAGE Aging. We connect volunteers age 55 and older with opportunities to serve their community. As the largest volunteer network for older adults in the nation, RSVP matches volunteers with organizations where their time, interest, talents, knowledge, and experience are most effectively utilized to meet important needs in our community. Our main objectives are to help in these fields;
- Nutrition & Food Support
- Elderly Companionship
- Adult Education and Employment
- Other Community Priorities

As a RSVP volunteer, you would receive:

  • Nationally counted and recognized volunteer hours
  • Additional free liability insurance while volunteering
  • Free recognition events, incentives, and opportunities to socialize with other RSVP volunteers
  • Free in-person and/or virtual trainings

CAUSE AREAS

Crisis Support
Emergency & Safety
Homeless & Housing
Crisis Support, Emergency & Safety, Homeless & Housing

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

1125 Bank St.Cincinnati, OH 45214

(39.11944,-84.53381)
 

SKILLS

  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Cross-cultural Communication
  • Verbal / Written Communication

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training
  • Flexible with weekly shifts
  • Basic computer skills/willingness to learn our Case Management System

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