Movie night volunteers wanted!

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Friday night movie volunteers!

Purpose :

To allow residents the enjoyment of entertainment and socializing.

Responsibilities:

· Prepare theater for showing of the movie by getting equipment ready for showing. Key to theater and pop fridge are in the drawer across from theater doors.

· Pop the popcorn and put in popcorn tubs in the green food server. Use one bag of puffed corn for those that can’t eat popcorn (about 7-8 tubs)

· Greet residents and hand out popcorn & drinks and assist them as needed.

· Assure that residents are seated safely.

· Turn off at start of movie and lights on at the end of movie.

· Assist residents to leave theater safely and insure no one remains in the theater

· Take movie out of BluRay player

Qualifications/Skills/Requirements:

· Must be 16 years of age unless accompanied by an adult

· Understanding of touch screen pad and basic video equipment or willingness to learn. Code is 2011

· Must be self-directed and enjoy the senior population

· Understanding and compassionate disposition

Time Commitment/Hours:

· Once a month on a specific Friday evening (for example the 3rd Friday each month). Need to be available from 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Could be earlier depending on length of movie.

Benefits to Volunteer:

· Builds relationships with residents and other volunteers

· Provides a much needed service to our residents

· Builds self-esteem and gives that "feel good" feeling in helping others

· Volunteering looks good on a resume’ and adds to your reference pool

Reports to:

· Life Enrichment Director: Donna Olsen 952-471-4407

· Volunteer Director: Betty Carlson 952-471-3920

Training and/or Support Provided:

• In-person orientation
  
• On the job training
• Online volunteer orientation required
• Required State of MN background check

* Reach Betty Carlson at bjcarlson@preshomes.org or 952-471-3920 for more details