| Organization: |
Beaver County Office on Aging |
| Title: |
APPRISE Counselor |
| Description: |
The volunteer APPRISE Counselor will be trained to assist consumers (60 and older), and Pennsylvanians who are Medicare beneficiaries, with their health-care bills. |
| Location: |
BCOA office |
| Qualifications: |
Must be willing to complete State mandated training. Interest in and some knowledge of the Medicare Health-care system and willing to attend on-going training in the program. |
| Contact Email: |
rbentley@bcoa.us |
| How To Apply: |
Contact Ruthanne, Volunteer Coord.
724.847.2262 or rbentley@bcoa.us |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
10/20/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Beaver County |
| Title: |
Big Brother, Sister or Couple |
| Description: |
mentor vulnerable school-aged children and youth ages 6 through 14. The need is especially great for men to serve as Big Brothers and married couples to serve as Big Couples to boys who comprise 90% of the wait list. Volunteers are asked to commit to seeing their assigned Little Brother or Sister an average of two to three hours every other week sharing simple activities like playing hoops, walking, hiking, shopping. Matches are made based on similarity of interests. |
| Location: |
community |
| Qualifications: |
18 and up, valid driver's license, insured reliable private vehicle; must be emotionally mature and stable and able to commit to two hours every other week, eligible for child abuse and police clearances, Beaver County resident |
| Contact Email: |
jboyers@bcbigs.org |
| How To Apply: |
contact Janet Boyers at jboyers@bcbigs.org or call 724 843 4600x21; can also apply on-line via web site |
| Website: |
www.bcbigs.org |
| Date Posted: |
10/15/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Girls Hope of Pittsburgh, Inc |
| Title: |
Dinner Parent - Serve H.O.P.E. |
| Description: |
Dinner Parents at Girls Hope prepare and share meals with the scholars, an essential aspect of providing a values-centered, family-like home. Girls Hope relies on volunteers to fulfill our mission to provide Homes, Opportunities, Positive parenting and Education through college for motivated, talented young women-in-need. |
| Location: |
Baden, or Coraopolis, PA |
| Qualifications: |
- A generous heart
- State and Federal Criminal Clearances
- Application, Interview, Orientation |
| Contact Email: |
bcook@bhgh.org |
| How To Apply: |
Contact Bridget Cook, AmeriCorps Community Resource Coordinator at bcook@bhgh.org, or visit our website - www.girlshope.org |
| Website: |
www.girlshope.org |
| Date Posted: |
10/21/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Center at the Mall |
| Title: |
Fitness Center Volunteer |
| Description: |
Under the direction of the Fitness Center Instructor, assist participants aged 60+ in using fitness equipment. |
| Location: |
Beaver Valley Mall |
| Qualifications: |
Must be enthusiastic and upbeat about helping those over age 60 become more fit. Fitness Instructor will train. |
| Contact Email: |
skeller@LSSWPA.org |
| How To Apply: |
Call Sharon at 724-728-1422 |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
10/20/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Beaver County Office on Aging |
| Title: |
Friendly Visitor |
| Description: |
The Volunteer Friendly Visitor will visit BCOA consumers in their homes on a regular weekly basis. These volunteer visitors will be assigned to "shut-in" consumers in need of some socialization and community contact. Visits may include activities such as playing cards, or other games, looking at photo albums or just conversation. |
| Location: |
In Consumers Home |
| Qualifications: |
Like to visit and socialize with older adults. |
| Contact Email: |
rbentley@bcoa.us |
| How To Apply: |
Contact Ruthanne Bentley, Volunteer Coordinator at the Beaver County Office on Aging |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
10/20/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Center at the Mall |
| Title: |
greeter |
| Description: |
Welcome participants to the Senior Center, assist with registration and signing in. |
| Location: |
Beaver Valley Mall |
| Qualifications: |
Big smile, friendly phone voice, helpful positive attitude |
| Contact Email: |
skeller@LSSWPA.org |
| How To Apply: |
Call Sharon Keller at the Center at the Mall at 724-728-1422 |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
10/20/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Crossroads Emergency Weather Shelter |
| Title: |
Laura DiMuzio |
| Description: |
The Crossroads severe weather emergency shelter (SWS) is located at Christs Evangelical Lutheran Church under the direction of Supportive Services/Harbor Point Housing and the Crossroads Advisory Board. It operates every night November 1 through March 31. The SWS is a place where homeless men can get a snack, a shower, use of laundry facilities, a place to rest, counseling on how to connect with social services for more lasting help, and socialization. Crossroads SWS hours of operation on winter weather nights is 7:00 PM-7:00 AM. The shelter is open to men 18 years of age or older; however, there may be a private space available to a homeless family, women, or women or men with children. The SWS is staffed by professionals and trained volunteers who spend the night at the site. |
| Location: |
Christ's Evangelical Lutheran Church |
| Qualifications: |
Willingness to volunteer your time to provide homeless men with a safe haven for a night. All shelter volunteers are trained in: shelter operating procedures, non-violent crisis intervention/prevention, referral procedures relevant to community resources, and first aid/CPR. |
| Contact Email: |
laurad@supportive.org |
| How To Apply: |
Contact Laura DiMuzio via email or phone at 724 847-8807 ext 305. |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
01/04/2012 |
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| Organization: |
Lutheran Service Society |
| Title: |
Meals On Wheels Volunteer |
| Description: |
Lutheran Service Society operates 7 Meals On Wheels locations in Beaver County. Our location in Conway is especially in need of help. This kitchen can use volunteers to help either as kitchen or delivery volunteers on weekday mornings. Please contact us for more details about this rewarding volunteer experience! |
| Location: |
Conway |
| Qualifications: |
- Volunteers should be willing and eager to serve home-bound people in their community.
- All Meals On Wheels volunteers receive a criminal background check.
- All volunteers receive training and orientation. |
| Contact Email: |
lmontgomery@lsswpa.org |
| How To Apply: |
Contact us at 412-307-1796 or complete a volunteer application at www.LSSWPA.org/volunteer-form. |
| Website: |
www.LSSWPA.org |
| Date Posted: |
07/11/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Phoenix Drop-in Center |
| Title: |
Phoenix Drop-In Center Greeter |
| Description: |
The Phoenix Drop-In Center is a resocialization program for those living in Beaver County with a history of Mental Illness. We offer a friendly place where people can relax and have fun, as well as join in support groups, committee meetings, arts and crafts, and a variety of games.
Greeter's Duties & Responsiblities:
" Create a welcoming and stress-free environment for all members of the drop-in center by consistently displaying a positive and friendly attitude.
" Meet and greet visitors and returning members.
" Orientate newcomers to the drop-in center.
" Staff the sign in post.
" Operate telephone system; transfer and take messages appropriately.
" Assist with the daily activities at the center when needed.
" Maintain a sense of order within the center based on the Advisory Committee and Phoenix Center guidelines.
" Empower peers to thrive in all aspects of life.
" Treat all persons at the drop-in center with dignity and respect.
" Open or close the center as required.
" Ensure sign-in sheets and other Phoenix Center forms are properly completed throughout the day.
" Attend on-going trainings as related to the Greeter position.
" Work under the limited supervision of the Drop-In Center Coordinator and direct supervision of the Drop-In Center Peer Mentors.
" Perform other duties as directed by supervisors.
The Phoenix Center is typically open Monday-Friday, 10:00 am 5:00 pm. The position is available in full shifts (10-5) or half days (10-2 and 2-5). The greeter will generally be required to work with another greeter during their shift.
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| Location: |
105 Brighton Avenue, Rochester, Pa 15074 |
| Qualifications: |
Qualifications:
" An individual in mental health / co-occurring recovery who exemplifies recovery with a holistic approach.
" Previous experience with drop-in centers or consumer-focused programs preferred.
" Willing to disclose that he/she is a consumer.
" Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
Preferrably,
" Familiarity with MS Word, PrintShop, and Internet Explorer.
" Knowledge of the primary purpose of a drop-in center.
" Knowledge of resources in the mental health / co-occurring community.
" Capability of handling conflict in a supportive and neutral way, with minimal supervision. |
| Contact Email: |
tlsmith_mha@yahoo.com |
| How To Apply: |
You can pick up an application and job description by coming to the center or via email. |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
05/26/2010 |
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| Organization: |
Beaver County Office on Aging |
| Title: |
PrimeTime Health Peer Trainers |
| Description: |
This is a volunteer opportunity for those interested in sharing health-related skills and knowledge with your peers. It may be knowledge you already have through previous life experiences or something you have recently learned about and wish to share with others. Trainers are needed for such diverse topics as: Healthy Eating/Nutrition, Chemical Dependency, Fall Prevention and Exercise programs. |
| Location: |
Community |
| Qualifications: |
Interest in teaching peers and willingness to attend plaining and training sessions. |
| Contact Email: |
rbentley@bcoa.us |
| How To Apply: |
Contact Ruthanne Bentley, Volunteer Coord., Beaver County Office on Aging
724.847.2262 |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
10/20/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Beaver County CAN |
| Title: |
Registration Desk Help |
| Description: |
I am in need of a volunteer to assist in the registration process at the November 17th training Top 10 Strategies For Working With Offenders. Volunteer may participate in the training for free, and also enjoy a free lunch.
Volunteer must be at CCBC at 8:00 AM and may leave any time after 9:30 AM. |
| Location: |
CCBC Resource Library |
| Qualifications: |
None |
| Contact Email: |
vcolonna@bccan.org |
| How To Apply: |
Contact Victor Colonna at above address |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
10/20/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Contact Beaver Valley |
| Title: |
Telephone Help Line |
| Description: |
Answer Helpline (training provided), Outreach and Special Event Support, Office Administrative Support, Marketing and Outreach Support |
| Location: |
Beaver County |
| Qualifications: |
Volunteers must attend the Communication Enrichment Class prior to being on the phones. The Communication Enrichment Class is offered for personal development also.
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| Contact Email: |
deb.cbv@verizon.net |
| How To Apply: |
Call 724-728-9511 for upcoming training dates. |
| Website: |
www.contactbv.org |
| Date Posted: |
10/20/2011 |
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| Organization: |
Beaver County Office on Aging |
| Title: |
Volunteer Caller |
| Description: |
The Volunteer caller makes regular (usually weekly) phone calls to BCOA Consumers primarily for socialization. |
| Location: |
in Volunteer's Home at their convenience. |
| Qualifications: |
Enjoy talking on the phone and willing to make calls from home. |
| Contact Email: |
rbentley@bcoa.us |
| How To Apply: |
Contact Ruthanne Bentley, Volunteer Coord. at the Beaver County Office on Aging. 724.847.2262 |
| Website: |
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| Date Posted: |
10/20/2011 |
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