Description:
Due to the majority of the people we serve not being able to be in the community on their own, Restart needs your participation.
If you enjoy movies, play cards/board games, bowling, cars/motorcycles shows, sports, eating out or just going to the mall. You can volunteer with us and make the difference in the life of the people we serve. Help them redefine new skills, socialize with others in the community and keep the positive spirit.
Locations: Minneapolis, Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Center, Crystal.
No experience required (training will be provided)
Qualifications:
- Ability to problem solve, able to plan outings in a monthly/weekly basis and able to adapt to different environments.
- Opening based on person's specific needs.
- “Friendly, enthusiastic, positive, outgoing is a must” .
- Capable of riding in public bus, metro rail and/or medical transportation (Metro mobility); or
- Valid driver's license and/or have a personal vehicle desired, but not required.
Timeframe:
- Minimum commitment of six months, a few hours a month or a week (bases on person's specific needs)
- We are open to work around your schedule as well
- Available more hours or days if needed due to an outside activity (camping, boat ride, parties). Restart will let you know in advance (at least 30 days in advance)
Benefits:
- Volunteers gain leadership skills, patience and the feeling of making a difference in a person's life
- Training on how to work with people with different levels of independence, cultures, beliefs and ages
- Experience as a One on One Mentor
- Expenses on mileage ($.50 cents per mile) and other expenses will be reimbursed when working with the people we serve
- Volunteer hours are recorded for your benefit
- Expand your Networking
- Give back to the community!
