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Apr 7
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Jul 6
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12:00 AM
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12:00 AM
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Indianapolis, IN 46201
Connect to Cure is a linkage to care program for Hoosiers living with (or at risk for contracting) hepatitis C. The program was developed by community partners based on work funded and overseen by the Indiana Department of Health. The Connect to Cure program is a statewide initiative housed here at Damien Center and administered by local Damien Center staff and volunteers, as well as by Care Coordinators across the entire state. Join us as we assemble various types of kits aimed at connecting Hoosiers with the cure for HepC! Safer Snorting, Safer Smoking, and Safer Injection Kits are assembled by generous volunteers like yourself and are distributed by our Street Outreach team and Connect to Cure Care Coordinators across Indiana! This is a great opportunity for folks who might benefit from a more flexible volunteering experience including working professionals, current and/or former patients, young adults, and those seeking a semi-educational outlet. This is also a great opportunity for large volunteer groups like churches, sports teams, schools, or local businesses. Key Responsibilities: Work alongside Damien Center staff, as well as other volunteers, to assemble various types of kits aimed at providing assistance and relief to folks living with or at risk for contracting hepatitis C throughout the State of Indiana. Accurately assembly Safer Snorting, Safer Smoking, Safer Injection or other safe use kits at the close direction of the Connect to Cure Coordinator or Manager. The kits may contain items such as testing strips, lighters, and/or other harm reduction and safer use tools. Participate in discussion related to connecting Hoosiers with the cure for hepatitis C, including topics of drug use, sexual intercourse and harm reduction. Skills & Qualifications: Have a friendly and approachable demeanor - be a people person! Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age to participate in this opportunity. All volunteers under the age of 18 will need to have a parent/guardian signature on file before participating. Must be comfortable with discussions related to drug use (both intravenous and non-intravenous), sexual intercourse, sexual orientation, hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS/other STIs. Strong and compassionate communication skills - must be able to converse with folks from diverse and marginalized backgrounds without stereotyping or imposing judgment. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, walk and/or bend, with or without assistance, for approximately two hours per session. Ability to utilize fine motor skills when assembling these kits - there are various small items going into small zip-lock baggies. Ability to perform repetitive motions like bending and lifting your arms and hands, opening and closing zip-lock bags, picking up and putting down materials no heavier than 1lb at a time. Time Commitment & Training: This opportunity occurs once a month, on an alternating schedule of the third Friday and the first Monday of each month. For example: the first opportunity of 2025 will be on Friday, January 17th, followed by the next opportunity on Monday, February 3rd (and so on). Volunteers are not required to commit to more than one opportunity at a time. Pease view sign up details below for more information. This opportunity is a particularly great match for corporate groups or business partners who might like to sponsor a private volunteer opportunity. We typically reserve the final Friday of each month for these opportunities, and you can schedule this directly with our Volunteer Manager, Ceven Webb, via email at cwebb@damien.org. Volunteers will (1) create a New Volunteer Profile in CERVIS and (2) complete a New Volunteer Orientation and Training Session - either virtually or in-person prior to their first volunteer shift. This is required regardless of the position you are applying for. Interested volunteers will then sign up for the shifts they would like to work by utilizing the volunteer profile in CERVIS. Volunteers are encouraged to sign up for as many of these one-off opportunities as they would like. About the Environment: Currently, this opportunity varies in location, volunteers should make note of which location they have signed up to attend on CERVIS. When hosted at our main Damien Center clinic, located at 26 N. Arsenal Ave, we will be working in the third-floor boardroom. The room is very spacious and typically cool, with hardwood floors and tables and chairs that can be configured in any way. There is an elevator, accessible via the back parking lot, that can take you to the third floor if you prefer not to (or are unable to) use the stairs. Please notify the Volunteer Manager or group leader before using the elevator, as a staff member will need to guide you through the office space. When hosted at our administrative offices, located at 3909 N. Meridian St., we will be working in the second-floor boardroom. This is the main level of the building, which is accessible only via ramp in the parking lot behind the building. Please note that while the space and restrooms are on the main level, which is accessible via wheelchair, there is no elevator at this location. This building is also climate controlled based on the current weather, though dressing in easily removable layers is always recommended. The boardroom here is much smaller, though still able to be navigated by those using mobility aids or other assistance.
Date Posted: May 20, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Indianapolis, IN 46201
The Damien Center Computer Lab aims to provide equitable internet access and information technology literacy to clients and patients of the Damien Center, as well as to participants in various Damien Center programs. Volunteer Digital Literacy Coaches will help Damien Center clients, patients, and/or program participants use our computers and internet connection to accomplish a multitude of online goals and tasks including, but not limited to: sending and receiving emails, browsing online for specific services or items, accessing important websites, making online payments, searching for employment or volunteer opportunities, creating, editing and/or printing important documents, scheduling appointments, arranging transportation and travel, and a variety of other possibilities. This is a great opportunity for current or former administrative professionals, university students, retired adults, Damien Center clients, patients, and program participants, and anyone with free time during the week. Key Responsibilities: 1. Ensuring that lab patrons acknowledge the lab policies and procedures, including helping them sign into the lab or registering new users with login credentials as needed. 2. Assisting Damien Center clients, patients, and program participants with basic computer literacy functions like opening and searching for emails, browsing on the internet, and finding specific computer programs like Microsoft Word and Google Sheets. 3. Helping lab patrons print, collate and organize files as needed, to a reasonable degree. 4. Ensuring that lab patrons do not have food or drinks within proximity to lab equipment including, but not limited to, computers or workstations, printers, or other hardware or technology. 5. Helping Damien Center patrons access a variety of online forms, including our online Client Grievance Form, New Volunteer Online Orientation, CERVIS Volunteer Database, and the Damien Center Online Patient Portal. Training on this will be provided. 6. Utilizing computer usage monitoring software, if applicable, in accordance with the lab policies and procedures to monitor online activity by lab patrons as dictated/needed. Training on this will be provided. 7. Ensure that lab patrons do not download any malicious, unwanted, explicit or unnecessary programs or materials onto the computers. Training on this will be provided. Skills and Qualifications: Be patient and encouraging towards digital learners of all skill and ability levels. Have a friendly and approachable demeanor - be a people person! Strong communication skills - written, verbal and/or demonstrative Be sensitive to, and respectful of, an inclusive and LGBTQIA2S+ friendly clientele and staff. Have a desire to help others obtain computer literacy and internet literacy skills Basic understanding of online search engines and work suites (like Google, Microsoft, Facebook, etc.). Folks with experience with or background in information technology, IT systems, administration, computer literacy, digital literacy, education, HR and employment are strongly encouraged to apply! Physical Requirements: Must be able to navigate aisles no smaller than 6 feet apart during a volunteer shift, with or without assistance, in order to ensure mobility around the entire lab. Ability to perform repetitive fine motor skills like typing on a keyboard or using a computer mouse to make selections on a monitor or screen. Ability to sit or stand interchangeably, with or without assistance, for up to four hours at a time while volunteering. Time Commitment and Training: Volunteers will complete a New Volunteer Orientation and Training either virtually or in-person prior to their first volunteer shift. This is required regardless of the position you are applying for. Shifts will become available on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:00am - 12:00pm with plans to expand, beginning the week of May 12th. We ask that volunteers in this area consider making a recurring or regular commitment of at least 3 shifts per month to be considered with priority. The ideal candidate will be available for at least 1 shift per week for at least one full month. Those who cannot meet this requirement will still be considered, but due to the nature of this program, preference will be given to volunteers who know they will be available for recurring or regular shifts each month. About the Environment: The Damien Center Enrichment Lab and Technology Center will be housed on the third floor of the Damien Center Mosaic Building, located at 1420 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN. Upon entrance to the building from E. Washington Street, there is an elevator that will provide access to the third-floor computer lab (the same is true for those entering from the attached parking garage or from the parking lot behind the Damien Center Legacy Building on N. Arsenal Ave).
Date Posted: May 20, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Indianapolis, IN 46201
This volunteer role is critical for ensuring that Damien Center clients and participants receive the food assistance they need in an efficient and equitable manner. The forthcoming self-service model (predicted for opening in Q2 of 2025) will allow clients and participants to exercise agency and independence by selecting their own grocery items from the pantry. The Pantry Assistant Volunteer supports daily operations such as sorting, organizing, and distributing pre-packaged food items and other goods, as well as interacting with clients in a pleasant and helpful way. If you are unsure if you are good fit for this position, please apply anyway, and our Volunteer Manager will ensure you are matched to a program that best suits you. Key Responsibilities: Unload, sort, and organize food on shelves up to 8 feet high, as well as within refrigerators and freezers when necessary. Volunteers will help pantry staff ensure that all products are appropriately labeled, stored and unexpired. Help Damien Center clients and participants select food items while providing friendly and respectful service. Work alongside pantry staff to maintain a clean and organized pantry environment by sweeping, mopping and taking out the garbage and recycling as needed. Always ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, as determined by Coby Palmer Food Pantry Coordinator and other paid staff. Help maintain the flow and order of clients in the lobby at the "Lobby Liaison" desk. Ensure clients are waiting in an orderly fashion and help answer questions about the food pantry while they wait for their turn to order. Skills and Qualifications: Have a friendly and approachable demeanor - be a people person! Ability to work well both in a team and independently. Be sensitive to, and respectful of, a diverse and LGBTQ+ friendly clientele and staff. An ability to maintain confidentiality about who is present in the food pantry and their status as a client of Damien Center or a participant in a Damien Center program. Physical Requirements: ‾ Ability to occasionally lift and carry items up to 25 pounds (with or without assistance) from one place to another within the pantry, as well as to and from the pantry during deliveries. ‾ Ability to sit, stand, walk and bend (with or without assistance) for extended periods of time. ‾ Ability to perform tasks that involve repetitive motion, such as shelving and sorting items. Time Commitment and Training: Volunteers will complete a New Volunteer Orientation and Training either virtually or in-person prior to their first volunteer shift. This is required regardless of the position you are applying for. Once the New Volunteer Orientation and Training is complete, interested volunteers will be connected with the Coby Palmer Food Pantry Coordinator to determine a working schedule that (1) respects the time and labor of the volunteer and (2) addresses the needs of the pantry. Shifts are available Monday - Friday of each week during standard Damien Center operating hours. Shifts are coordinated directly between the volunteers and the Coby Palmer Food Pantry Coordinator via phone and/or email. We currently have the most need for help on Monday and Tuesday mornings, to help with the crowd waiting over the weekend. We ask that volunteers make a recurring or long-term commitment of at least two months to be considered. Those who cannot meet this requirement will still be considered, but preference will be given to volunteers who can. About the Environment: This role currently takes place in the Coby Palmer Food Pantry at the Damien Center Legacy Building (located at 26 N. Arsenal Ave). The current space is extremely small and only allows for 1 or 2 volunteers to be working alongside food pantry staff. It consists of a single room with a few tights aisles for workers to store goods while clients order from the pantry window (sort of like a drive-thru). Pantry volunteers should expect a somewhat consistent work pace, with Mondays and Tuesdays typically being a bit busier than the rest of the week. Damien Center pantry staff members will be present to work alongside volunteers each day, though volunteers may differ from day to day. The space is climate controlled but can run a bit warm when busy.
Date Posted: May 20, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Indianapolis, IN 46201
As we prepare to finish construction and welcome our clients and volunteers to our new headquarters, the Damien Center will also be preparing to launch a variety of new volunteer programs. We will need critical assistance from people like you, who are friendly, outgoing, and eager to help their community. We are searching for folks to serve as volunteer receptionists in both our new Mosaic headquarters and in our Legacy clinic location - both here on the Damien Center campus! Volunteers will share responsibility between both offices, if possible, and will be working under the direct care and supervision of Damien Center staff for the duration of their volunteer shift. This is a great opportunity for folks with recurring availability during the week, for folks who are looking to meet volunteer hour or service goals, and for folks who enjoy direct interaction with Damien Center clients, patients and participants. Key Responsibilities: Greeting guests, patients, clients and program participants upon entry and directing them to their appointments Answering occasional, non-critical and non-sensitive phone calls and questions from clients with assistance from Damien Center staff Ensure the reception area is clean, professional, and welcoming for all guests Utilizing Microsoft Teams to message Damien Center staff about appointments, questions and meeting times when necessary Skills & Qualifications: Have a friendly and approachable demeanor - be a people person! Strong and effective communication skills - must be able to converse with folks from diverse and marginalized backgrounds without stereotyping or imposing judgement. Basic customer service, reception and administrative, clinical and/or retail experience is preferred, but is not a requirement. Ability to utilize, or learn to utilize with training, Microsoft suite apps including Microsoft Teams and Outlook. Must be willing to maintain confidentiality of visitor information in compliance with all relevant HIPAA guidelines. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit and remain seated for extended periods of time while behind the reception desk. Ability to stand and walk occasionally, with or without assistance. Ability to use hands to operate a standard desktop computer, as well as a standard landline telephone. Time Commitment and Training: All interested volunteers will be required to (1) create a New Volunteer Profile in CERVIS and (2) complete a New Volunteer Orientation and Training Session - either virtually or in-person prior to their first volunteer shift. This is required regardless of the position you are applying for. We are in need of critical volunteer assistance in the afternoon/evening on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays of each week - with plans to expand based on volunteer availability. Preference will be given to volunteers who are able to commit to multiple shifts at a time. Shifts are typically 3 - 4 hours long and are arranged via email or phone call directly with the volunteer supervisor(s) for that area. We are hoping to begin welcoming volunteers during the week of Monday, May12th. Due to the nature of this program and the need for consistent volunteers for our clients that will be impacted, please remember that preference will be given to volunteers who can commit to at least three or more shifts each month. Before their first shift, or during their first shift at the discrepancy of the Testing Clinic Manager/volunteer supervisor for that area, volunteers may be asked to undergo a brief screening call with the Testing Clinic Manager/area volunteer supervisor to ensure they understand the role and are fully prepared. About the Environment: The Testing Clinic is currently run out of our new headquarters, the Damien Center Mosaic building, located at 1420 E. Washington St. (on the first floor of the building). The Harm Reduction lobby will be housed in the lower level of our former clinic building, the Damien Center Legacy building, located at 26 N. Arsenal Ave. Volunteer receptionists may be asked to work shifts at only one location or at both locations. Volunteer receptionists will always be working under the direct supervision of other Damien Center staff whenever necessary. The work environment can get a bit hectic and busy, but this typically does not last for extended periods of time - providing ample opportunity for one to work on homework or tasks for another job while volunteering. This volunteer opportunity is a great fit for folks who might benefit from a recurring, ongoing schedule of volunteering like students or retired community members.
Date Posted: May 20, 2025
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May 3
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Aug 1
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09:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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The Harm Reduction and Street Outreach Team at Damien Center is looking to relaunch our monthly neighborhood cleanup initiative with clients, volunteers and other Damien Center community partners. Our goal is to help promote public health and wellness within the greater Indianapolis area while helping to "beautify" and revitalize our community spaces. Key Responsibilities: 1. Work alongside Damien Center HRSO staff and other Damien Center volunteers to remove trash, garbage, debris and waste from the designated neighborhood. 2. Ensure adherence to proper health and safety protocols and procedures, as directed by the HRSO team or other Damien Center staff. Skills and Qualifications: Have a friendly and approachable demeanor - be a people person! Ability to work well both in a team and independently. Be sensitive to, and respectful of, a diverse and LGBTQ+ friendly clientele and staff. Be sensitive to, and respectful of, community members who might be living outside as well as their belongings. Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand and walk, with or without assistance, for up to 3 hours at a time (with breaks as necessary). This position involves bending, twisting, and using hands and arms to lift and/or manipulate equipment like a grabber or bucket. Volunteers should be able to comfortably traverse outdoor spaces like sidewalks, trails, roads, crosswalks and green spaces which may or may not have clearly marked paths. Time Commitment and Training: Volunteers will complete a New Volunteer Orientation and Training either virtually or in-person prior to their first volunteer shift. This is required regardless of the position you are applying for. Interested volunteers will then utilize their CERVIS profile to register for this event by selecting the time, date and location that they wish to attend. Neighborhood Clean-Up Crew shifts are available on the first Saturday of each month, from 9:00am - 12:00pm unless otherwise scheduled or cancelled in advance. Locations, dates and times for each shift will be posted to CERVIS for interested volunteers to register. About the Environment: This role takes place in various locations around Indianapolis, predominantly in outdoor public spaces like parks, gardens and neighborhoods. Weather and temperatures will be closely monitored for volunteer and staff wellbeing, but everyone who attends should also dress for the appropriate weather during their shift. Volunteers should pay close attention to the meeting location of their selected shift and should reach out in advance with any questions or concerns related to the space. Volunteers will not be responsible for cleaning up or working within encampments or where folks might be living outside.
Date Posted: May 20, 2025
