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WomenSafe Resale Shoppe Volunteer in Geauga County

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ORGANIZATION: VANTAGE Aging RSVP

DUTIES

  • Volunteers should have a desire to learn new tasks and to follow directions that are given.
  • Volunteers should be dependable and have the ability to work in a multi-task environment.
  • Volunteers will assist with the needs of the donation program, which may include sorting, packing, pricing, distributing, and selling.
  • Volunteers will work on an as scheduled basis.
  • Volunteers will complete tasks as assigned by the WomenSafe representative, Donations Coordinator, and/or Resale Shoppe Clerk.
  • Volunteers will provide socialization to donors and shoppers by engaging in light conversation.
  • When providing transportation assistance, volunteer must have valid driver’s license in their volunteer file.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Volunteers must be dependable to work scheduled shifts.
  • Volunteers must have a pleasant disposition and the ability to work with a variety of people on a team approach.
  • Heavy lifting may be required. Notify supervisor of any concerns.
TRAINING
  • A training session on WomenSafe protocol is not required but is highly recommended.
  • Volunteers may attend the volunteer orientation/training session. Topics include why victims stay, predictors of a potential abuser, personalized safety planning, client rights and confidentiality, and agency protocol.
  • Training to complete duties at the Resale Shoppe will be learned on site (at the Chesterland location) as appropriate to interest by the Resale Shoppe Manager, and/or Resale Shoppe Clerks.
  • Training to complete donations duties will be completed (at the Green House location) with the Donations Coordinator.
SUPERVISION
  • The Resale Shoppe Manager, and/or Resale Shoppe Clerks will supervise Volunteers at the Resale Shoppe.
  • The Donations Coordinator, and/or a WomenSafe Representative will supervise Volunteers at the Green House location.

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About VANTAGE Aging RSVP

Location:

388 S Main St., Ste. 235, Akron, OH 44311, US

Mission Statement

Promoting a positive perspective on aging.

Description

VANTAGE Aging promotes positive aging through a variety of programs and services for older adults. Our nonprofit organization serves 38 counties and is headquartered in Akron, Ohio. In Summit and Medina Counties, we facilitate the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) for those 55 and older who want to make a meaningful impact in the community. We also offer employment training, home care and home health aide assistance, nutrition and home-delivered meal services, alcohol and drug addiction counseling, and mental health and prevention services.

CAUSE AREAS

Crisis Support
Seniors
Women
Crisis Support, Seniors, Women

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

12041 Ravenna RoadChardon, OH 44024

(41.54345,-81.1937)
 

SKILLS

  • Inventory Management
  • Retail / Sales
  • Organization
  • People Skills
  • Verbal / Written Communication

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training

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