Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

REACH Together needs someone to periodically "clean-up" and update its seven HP "Stream" notebooks used by its adult students as well as the laptop and two computers used by its staff.  Flexible scheduling, including Saturday mornings.

Oak View Elementary's kindergartens, 1st graders and 2nd graders could use some extra help one-on-one learning their letters and reading.  Work with the same group of kids each week.  Pick the day of the week and time that works for you.  Build a relationship with the students throughout the year and watch them learn to love to read.  You will enrich children's lives!

Are you looking for a FUN way to make a difference in your community? We are looking for volunteers to visit with seniors living independently. Your role is to reach out, visit, assist with errands, listen, provide support or a enjoy a game of cards. These friendships often last a lifetime. Be part of your older neighbor's life and make a difference in yours. Adopt a Grandparent today!

We love our volunteers!

The Midtown Farmers Market is in need of volunteers for the 2018 season! As a local, community driven market determined to bring fresh, delicious, locally sourced food to the Corcoran and South Minneapolis community we depend on community volunteers like you.

Volunteers are needed for 2-4 hour shifts every market day (Saturdays 6am-1pm) to assist with processing SNAP-EBT token and credit card token sales, compost and recycling education, set-up and tear-down of the market, customer counts, and customer engagement. Bring a friend, family member, or work group and make a fun day of it!

Saturday Shifts:

6am-8am : Market Set Up

9am-1:00pm : Market Assistants

12:45pm-2:30pm : Market Tear Down

Questions? Contact Kate Sheldon, Assistant Manager at kate@midtownfarmersmarket.org.

Help us sort, recycle and repair donated computers and get them in the hands of people who need them! After 22 years in Bayport, MCFS has moved to a new warehouse in Minneapolis and is in the process of getting settled. With the move comes a variety of new opportunities for us to better serve our community, but before we can do that we need help getting settled in our new warehouse!

Projects include light warehouse work, sorting recyclable materials into the proper bins, testing and cleaning computer equipment, tearing down computer equipment for recycle, sorting sellable equipment and parts. 


About MCFS
We recycle and repair donated computers and repurpose them to provide technology access and skills training to people who need it most.

Why Volunteer at MCFS?
Thousands of people in the Twin Cities lack the access and skills to the technology necessary to succeed in school and in the workforce. MCFS is closing the digital divide in Minnesota by providing access to refurbished computers and free IT skills training. Volunteering at our warehouse makes a huge impact on people in your community in many ways:

Are you looking to make a difference in your community while gaining meaningful work experience? We are seeking motivated, passionate individuals who are ready to think creatively to help local programs develop, expand or enhance high-quality literacy services. As a Literacy Leader, you’ll spend one full year designing and carrying out initiatives in partnership with schools and community organizations. Your work will help people gain the skills they need to share their stories, achieve their goals and succeed in school and in the workforce.

As a Literacy Leader, you can work behind the scenes to create, enhance or expand literacy-focused programs for low-income, immigrant, or refugee children, youth, adults, or families. You will work side-by-side with seasoned professionals and committed volunteers at schools, community-based nonprofit organizations or local government agencies to build capacity for resource development, volunteer outreach, partnerships and content creation. In return, you will receive unique opportunities for personal and professional development, and for building marketable skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

Benefits beyond service

In addition to these benefits, Minnesota Literacy Leaders in our cohort receive individual professional development funds, monthly trainings, free produce shares with a local CSA, an Employee Assistance Program and subsidized Nice Ride memberships.

The application is a multi-step process. To apply, visit our website to find more information and links to the MyAmeriCorps applications for each Literacy Leadership Program location. Applications reviewed and positions are offered on a rolling basis until filled. Submit by our priority deadline, June 30, 2019.

Minnesota Literacy Council fosters an organizational culture that is welcoming and inclusive to all. See our full diversity and inclusion statement here: https://mnliteracy.org/about/diversity-inclusion

Story Time is a non-profit whose mission is to empower students in Southeast Africa by removing barriers to education and inspiring community partnerships. When you work with Story Time, you become a part of a global network of storytellers; you become what we like to call a Co-Author. We believe that everyone has a valuable story to tell and that sharing these stories creates a more connected world where everyone belongs.  By becoming a part of the story as a volunteer, you and your fellow Co-Authors bring the world one step closer to this vision.

We are currently looking to expand in many exciting ways and we are looking for an Event Coordinator to join our team.

Details:

Story Time is looking for a fundraising and events coordinator who can manage calendars, plan outreach and donor events, coordinate outreach materials, perform clerical duties and act as a point of contact for outside donors, media personnel and vendors. This person will work in collaboration with the Grant Manager and our Business Development Manager. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for someone with a deep commitment to social justice who thrives both in team settings and in independent work, is highly self-motivated, and able to organize, plan, prioritize, and execute multiple duties with minimal supervision.

A strong candidate has proven success organizing events and developing and implementing donor strategies, solid writing skills, strong attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities:

The skills you need to excel in this position include:

If you're interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to apply@storytimeedu.org.

Story Time is a non-profit whose mission is to empower students in Southeast Africa by removing barriers to education and inspiring community partnerships. When you work with Story Time, you become a part of a global network of storytellers; you become what we like to call a Co-Author. We believe that everyone has a valuable story to tell and that sharing these stories creates a more connected world where everyone belongs.  By becoming a part of the story as a volunteer, you and your fellow Co-Authors bring the world one step closer to this vision.

We are currently looking to expand in many exciting ways and we are looking for a volunteer Grant Manager to join our team.

Details:

The Grant Manager will lead the effective and efficient administration of a grants portfolio, throughout the entire post-award life-cycle, from planning, implementation, monitoring, sub-contract management and grant close-out procedures. He/she will provide expertise and leadership to post-award management requirements and work closely with the Legal Department to ensure compliance with all funder regulations, policies and procedures, as well as those of Story Time.  Additionally, the Grant Manager will act as the key relationship partner with Story Time and funders, and functions as the administrative lead and high-level project manager on all post-award matters.

Responsibilities:

The skills you need to excel in this position include:

If you're interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to apply@storytimeedu.org.

The goal of this program is to match military veterans with veteran hospice patients.  When the veterans are matched together there is a special bond and camaraderie that takes place with one another.  The veterans have an opportunity to share their life stories and experiences.  The veteran volunteer will also have an opportunity to honor the veteran patient through a special pinning ceremony.  The pinning ceremony is an intimate gathering of family and friends of the patient in which we acknowledge the service and sacrifice made by the patient and their family.

Vet to Vet visits are typically 1-4 hours, every 1-2 weeks. Our patients are located throughout the Twin Cities Metro area and outer lying counties.  Volunteers choose assignments based on preferences and availability. 

You do not need medical training. You just need a desire to help.

Find more information about our program, including an application, at http://www.fairview.org/hospicevolunteer.

The Sierra Leone Foundation for New Democracy has a powerful story to tell, and we are looking for volunteers to join our committees to support our on going work.  We have a number of committees-Land/Agriculture, Education/Culture, Fundraising, and Social Enterprise.  We welcome any level of participation as we grow our community.

Sierra Leone Foundation for New Democracy works in partnership with communities to build the foundation for citizens of all ages to deliberate and enact new, non-adversarial alternatives that nurture democratic relationships and decision making among and across individuals, families, institutions, and the environment.

Connectedness among peoples and the earth, wounds healing, creativity flowing

We are looking for a few more pontoon captains to take our residents out on beautiful Lake Johanna.

This will be the second season for our new pontoon, which is docked on our private property.

The pontoon was custom designed for older adults and wheelchairs. A staff member will be on the pontoon at all times.

Our residents really love getting out on the lake. Many of them have lived on a lake and owned a boat of their own.

Our resident pontoon rides are scheduled from June through August.

It takes about 20 minutes to board the pontoon; the ride is usually about an hour, and then another 20 minutes to un-load the pontoon.

Drivers must be willing to take an online certification test at our expense or show proof of certification if you already have one.

Orientation and checklist are provided.

Are you interested in historical preservation, American history, cultural studies and urban planning? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Hallie Q. Brown Community Center was set up in 1929, and it has grown with and supported the community in important ways every day. We are looking for volunteers to develop and grow our Historical Archive and the preservation efforts around the photographs and documents of the historic Rondo neighborhood. You will have the important task of making sure our history and our roots are never forgotten, by helping to digitize old photographs, compile metadata and other organizational needs Our in-house archivists will train and supervise volunteers on protocol and techniques.

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

A bedroom
3 meals a day
Transportation to and from school if there are no school buses provided
Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18, and coming mostly from China, South Korea, and Vietnam. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information.

Company website: www.anbeducation.com
HF Application: www.J1AnBHS.org

All our sites are in need of your help. This position varies from movie night, playing cards, sporting events, birthday celebration, camping or enjoy a walk (outdoors/indoor) with the people we serve to meet there personal goals for the day. If you enjoy interacting with a group activity or in an individual level, this a great opportunity for you.

Location: Minneapolis, Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Center, Crystal

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Description: Some of the people we serve need your help to organize, clean, decorate their rooms while having fun! You can make this task meaningful and enjoyable to them. 

Locations: Minneapolis, Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Center, Crystal.

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Do you enjoy being active? Do you enjoy any of the following activities: sports events, theater showings, plays, dinner, games or just a walk buddy? If you have the energy to do any of these activities, this position would be perfect for you!

Locations: Minneapolis, Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Center, Crystal.

No experience required (training will be provided)

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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)

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Every day, our clothing closet provides many of our clients with the clothing and household items that they need. With your help, we can make their experience with us a smooth and positive one! Volunteers will greet and assist clients with their shopping; accept and conducting inventory on donated items; sort, fold and display clothing donations; and track household items as needed. We are looking for volunteers able to lift at least 15lbs, with great verbal communication skills and customer service. Interest in fashion/retail is an asset. We would prefer a minimum 3-6-month commitment, and we have opportunities available on weekdays during our business hours of 9am-5pm.

We are currently looking to add a bible study and hymn sing group on Sundays in our Memory Care Unit. 

We are seeking volunteers to lead our garden club for our Tenants. Projects include indoor and outdoor gardening. We hope to have flowers, vegetables, herbs along with our front planters to be maintained. 

We are looking for volunteers to assist with game nights. 

Join other volunteers at our work group location to sew, cut fabric, put snaps on garments and assemble the 'bundles.'    We have non-sewing tasks which need to be done, along with the sewing that is done.  Drop in any time when the work group location is open.  Check our calendar for current dates and times.

Bundles of Love Charity is a volunteer driven non-profit that partners with community organizations to assist Minnesota families in need by providing handmade items for newborns. 

Our Vision is a world where every newborn has access to the basics.

Join other volunteers at our work group location to sew, cut fabric, put snaps on garments and assemble the 'bundles.'  Or sewing can be done at home and then completed items brought in when the location is open.     We have non-sewing tasks which need to be done, too.  Drop in any time when the work group location is open.  Please check our calendar for current dates and times. 

Bundles of Love Charity is a volunteer driven non-profit that partners with community organizations to assist Minnesota families in need by providing handmade items for newborns. 

Our Vision is a world where every newborn has access to the basics.

Bundles of Love Charity is looking for a volunteer who is skilled in sewing and serger machine repair. At our work group locations, we cut and sew infant garments. At the Burnsville location there are currently 10 sergers needing to be maintained, with some needing immediate attention.

Bundles of Love Charity is a volunteer driven non-profit that partners with community organizations to assist Minnesota families in need by providing handmade items for newborns. 

Our Vision is a world where every newborn has access to the basics.

RASP Advisory Council Members are valuable resources for the Senior Program. Members assist the coordinator by sharing ideas for future programming, special events and activities. They share information about needs in the community for older adults, and how RASP can help better meet the needs. They may assist with planning and evaluating programs and services, and serve as connectors to community organizations that may be possible future partners. The RASP Advisory Council meets five times per year.   

Volunteer Medical Drivers use their own vehicles to take older adults in the Roseville area to medical appointments. These are grateful individuals who have very few options for getting to their medical appointments. You choose your time, day of the week, season. Once a month or once a week; it’s up to you. You are also reimbursed for mileage. Medical appointment travel area is a ten mile radius of  Roseville. Volunteers may specify their driving area, and provide the Roseville Area Senior Program with a schedule that best suits their availability. 

AnB Education is a non-profit organization pairing exchange students with host families and public/private high schools across the US for short-term study, one semester or one academic year. Each year, students from all over the world come to the United States to learn English and experience our unique culture.

We are looking for volunteers across the US to join our mission as Local Coordinators. LCs are our "on the ground" assets during the program year for our exchange students. LCs are tasked with recruiting volunteer families to host our J-1 international students, and then supervising the exchange student(s) throughout the school year. Our Local Coordinators are paid a modest stipend for their efforts, based on their number of placed students, and have the opportunity to work with international students from around the world and help our students' dreams come true! It is also fulfilling to share your small part of America with the world, and bring the world to your area!

Successful Local Coordinators are typically:

-Self motivated

-Independent

-Open-minded

-Interested in different cultures

-Enjoy working with youth

-Strong at public speaking/recruiting

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a Local Coordinator with us, please reach out and we will be happy to answer any questions you have, and help get you started placing international students in your area!

As part of the "We Honor Veterans" initiative, we are seeking Veterans to serve our Veteran patients and their family and caregivers during their end of life journey by becoming an Allina Health Hospice volunteer.

Veterans are able to serve in a variety of roles with Veteran patients, such as but not limited to:

-Companionship

-Errand running

-Respite for caregivers

-Reading/writing

-Transportation

-Veteran Pinning Ceremonies

If you are interested in actively participating in this initiative as a volunteer, please apply at:

 www.allinahealth.org/hospicevolunteer

More information can also be obtained by calling Allina Health Hospice Volunteer Services at 612-262-7108

An individual to commit to a minimum 3hr. weekly to coordinate our donation program. Ideally this would be a Monday from 2:00-5:00 but as we are open M/T/Th from 2-6:30 it's flexible. More concerned with finding an individual to take over this part of our program including overseeing the donation drops, sorting, storage and working alongside volunteers and staff. We are very open to new ideas and very flexible in the hours. If you have an interest would love to have you stop at the site some evening and get a better feel of who we are, what we do and opportunities available for you

Reports To

Communications and Marketing Manager for Casa de Esperanza: National Latin@ Network

Description

Help support the marketing and communications efforts for the organization and for promoting the achievement of Casa de Esperanza’s goals. This is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of marketing while working for a community-based nonprofit organization.     

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Preferences

Inquiries and Applications

Please fill out our volunteer application at https://casadeesperanza.org/en/get-involved/volunteer/ . If you have questions please contact volunteer@casadeesperanza.org

Due to the high levels of stress and trauma that many survivors of domestic violence face, our
advocates support and encourage participants to incorporate self-care techniques into their daily
lives. Survivors of abuse are often told they are undeserving and have had very few opportunities to
take care of themselves and their children in ways they deserve. There are many useful materials
that support survivors to practice self-care. Here is a list of supplies that can be collected and
assembled into self-care kits for our advocates to give to participants:
 Essential oils for aromatherapy
 Scented candles or incense
 Yoga mats
 Yoga, zumba, or dance passes or DVDs
 Stress balls
 Fidget rings or tactile jewelry
 Coloring books and supplies
 Painting canvas and paints
 Journals
 Crochet hooks/Knitting needles and yarn
 Other craft supplies
 Shopping giftcards
 Perfume
 Make-up
 Nail polish
 Spa giftcards or kits
For inquiries or questions please contact Sarahi Mateo at 651-772-1723 or smateo@casadeesperanza.org.

Women and children experiencing domestic violence often come to the Refugio (shelter) with very
few of their possessions. Additionally, many of the survivors we work with do not have access to
their family finances and may depend on their partners for financial support. Some may not be able
to return to their previous homes so we do assist them in finding safe housing. When residents leave
the Refugio and move into a new home, they are often starting from scratch. We attempt to provide
a Move-In Kit for every resident that leaves so they have a smoother start in creating their new
home.

Here is a list of supplies that can be collected and assembled into Move-In Kits for survivors
and their children leaving the Refugio:
 Laundry baskets
 Laundry detergent
 Clothes hangers (no wire please)*
 Dish soap and sponges
 Bathroom and kitchen cleaning supplies
 Paper towels
 Toilet paper and facial tissues
 Large pots and pans*
 Cooking utensils*
 Silverware*
 Dishes and glassware*
 Coffee mugs*
 Large storage containers with locking
lids (for moving and storage)*
 Bed linens, blankets, and comforters*
 Grocery, Gas, and shopping gift cards
*indicates that gently used items are accepted.
For inquiries or questions please contact Beth Baynes at 651-772-1723 or bcheeley@casadeesperanza.org.

FOR THE LOVE OF CATS, WE NEED SOME HELP!

CSHS is still very much in need of volunteers for our Cat Care Team. We have opportunities on both the morning (7-9 am) and evening (7-9 pm) shifts, once a week.

As a member of the Cat Care Team, you'll be responsible for: 
-cleaning the cat condos (including litter boxes)
-feeding and giving water to the cats
-giving medications to cats as needed
-helping to load, switch over, and fold laundry
-sweeping/mopping floors
-and (best of all) socializing the cats!!

If you're interested and immediately available, please fill out a volunteer application:CSHS Volunteer Application

Want to VOLUNTEER but can’t commit to a schedule?

YOU can help CSHS with local transport!!

Transport Volunteers will transport cats and/or dogs for Carver Scott Humane Society (CSHS) so that they can be delivered to vet appointments and adoption events, picked up from local impounds, brought to adoption areas of our retail partners (PetSmart, Chuck & Don’s stores, etc.), dropped off at our office, or returned to their foster homes.  

Most transports are needed during the week (Monday-Friday) during the business hours of our vet or store partners or local impounds (7am-6pm).  Transports occur primarily within and around the south and west metro areas of the Twin Cities.  

CSHS Volunteer Application

As a major contributor to the Fundraising team, and interacting closely with the Volunteer Manager and Marketing Department, the Event Coordinator oversees the many events that Carver Scott Humane Society participates in.  From start to finish, the EC will be the primary contact to coordinate registration, activities, merchandise, marketing and volunteers.  Responsibilities are normally carried out with assistance from event team members.

Come help Carver Scott Humane Society by volunteering at the front desk of the Cat Adoption Center in downtown Chaska! The Cat Adoption Center is a major hub for volunteers, fosters and our Cat Care Team.

This position greets visitors, answers the phone, accepts donations, socializes with the cats, assists the Cat Care Team and works on various office projects. The office shift is generally 4 hours, once a week. 

"Connecting animals in need with people who care."

CSHS Volunteer Application

Internship/Volunteer Title

Té Invitó Facilitor Assistant

Reports To

Men & Boys Engagement Coordinator

Internship Description

This internship is responsible for supporting the Men & Boys Engagement coordinator. This hands-on position will expose the intern/volunteer to Casa de Esperanza’s community engagement outreach. The individual will first learn about the program in place and its utilization to change cultural perceptions for the prevention of domestic violence among the Latin@ Community. Focus is on learning how to facilitate programs, with the eventual responsibility of facilitating a session. 

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Preferences

Inquiries and Applications

Please fill out the volunteer application at our website https://casadeesperanza.org/en/get-involved/volunteer/ . For questions, please contact volunteer@casadeesperanza.org

Foster Grandparents provide one-on-one mentoring a few hours a week to at-risk youth to help them boost their self-esteem and overall success. In this role, you can positively impact the lives of children and youth, find a meaningful way to give back and earn extra income. 

Since 1965, Foster Grandparent volunteers have shared their wisdom and experience with children and youth to make impressions that have lasted a lifetime. They are role models, mentors and friends.  

Depending on need, volunteers support youth in a variety of settings including at public and private schools, Head Start locations, shelters and at day care centers.

Senior Companion volunteers, age 55+, offer assistance with daily tasks and transportation to older adults who wish to stay active, healthy and continue living at home. Through weekly in-home visits a few hours a week, our trained volunteer companions offer assistance by:

Minnesota is aging like never before, and the number of people stepping into caregiver roles to ensure the health and well-being of older adults is climbing too. LSS Caregiver Support AmeriCorps volunteers visit older adults at their homes and in the community for a few hours each week, allowing family caregivers to take a well-deserved break to run errands, rest and recharge.

During visits, volunteers offer older adults friendship and support at home. They may also assist by driving them to activities, doctor's appointments or to run errands. By giving just a few hours of your time each week, you can change lives and have a positive impact on your community.   

Thanks to financial support from AmeriCorps, volunteers who contribute approximately ten hours a week for a year (450 hours per year) can qualify for a monthly living allowance and education grant. If you are interested in volunteering less than ten hours a week, similar opportunities are also available. 

OAK (Opportunities Around Learning) at Oak View Elementary offers all students the opportunity to participate in enrichment programs offered during their recess period.

Volunteers are the basis for this program. Do you, or someone you know have something to share with our students during our three (3) recesses (11:45 to 1:15)? Listed below are activities our students are interested in. We are looking for volunteers willing to share their talents or guide a pre-planned activity. Opportunities are available to do once, do it every other week, or weekly.

Clay projects (Oak View has a kiln)
Board games
Science
Photography
Cookie decorating
Yoga
Gym games
Spanish or another language
Escape Rooms
Circuit training in the gym
Multicultural art or project
Art
Coding
Computer Lab

All supplies provided. We are also interested in any "talent" you may have to share!

Rein in Sarcoma's Marketing Committee will develop a comprehensive communications plan that will market and promote the mission of our organization.  Committee members will make sure that our marketing tools will follow the organzation's brand.  Marketing tools include, but are not limited to:  website, newsletter, social media, training, PowerPoints, letterhead, t-shirts and print materials.

Rein in Sarcoma is seeking a dedicated volunteer who is interested in assisting with social media, primarily Facebook.  This volunteer should be organized, creative and have some experience with graphic design and photo editing.  As part of the Marketing and Public Relations committee, it is preferred they are able to attend monthly meetings.  Social media posts should be engaging, educational and insightful.  Volunteer should be willing to seek out sarcoma stories in the media, local stories of sarcoma patients, education articles about sarcoma, it's various treatments, recent research, articles about survivorship, caregiving, etc.  Volunteer should also become familiar with our website and stay updated on current Rein in Sarcoma news and events.

Rein in Sarcoma is looking for compassionate volunteers to help us better serve the needs of sarcoma patients and their loved ones. Our Patient and Family Support Committee reaches out to sarcoma patients and their loved ones by providing peer-to-peer mentoring, organizing social gatherings for those affected by sarcoma, providing gift bags for newly diagnosed and relapsed sarcoma patients, and by providing informational notebooks about sarcoma with hospital resources for sarcoma patients. This committee has monthly meetings and attends gatherings throughout the year.

The Rein in Sarcoma Red Flags Committee is looking for additional committee members to work on a variety of education programs for healthcare professionals and the public.  Program needs include writing, editing and presenting.  Depending on the project, time commitment will vary. 

Are you a geek, enthusiast, expert, or fan of a particular topic, area, subject, or industry? Do you think our older adults might find you interesting? Our residents LOVE life-long learning and we are hoping to expand our offerings for them. To do this, we need volunteers to serve as subject experts and presenters to share their passions with our residents.

We welcome you to contact us to learn more! One-time, Quarterly, Monthly, or Weekly Presenters are all welcomed. 

Hope to learn more about your passion soon!

Seeking Piano player for Wednesday mornings spiritual care programming in our care center. Help residents feel closer to God as they sing and pray together. 

 Delirium Prevention Program

-Assist with acclimation, socialization and mobilization activities for patients at risk of delirium.

-Obtain new orders for enrolled patients

-Visit/provide interventions with patients enrolled in the Healthy Brain Program

-Provide cognitive stimulation to these patients via conversation, reading materials, games, other items/activities

-Promptly record essential data concerning visits through the appropriate channels

-Report any serious concerns or concerning patient behaviors to nursing staff or HBP coordinator.

-Must be 16+

-Greet and assist customers with selections

-Operate cash register accurately

-Housekeeping, light dusting, straightening

-Assist with displays, marking, stocking as necessary

-Provide good customer service

-Provide clerical assistance to staff

-Collate specimen kits and mailers

-Assist with the make-up of surgical patient carts

-Assist with gowning procedures

-Assist with stocking of carts, cupboards, and refrigerator

-Offer beverages to post op patients

-Help with the retrieval of empty patient carts from PACU

-Help assist cleaning of patient rooms

Internship Title

Accounting Intern (One Semester Commitment)

Reports To

Finance Director

Internship Description

This internship is responsible for supporting the finance team which is implementing new accounting applications and processes. This hands on position will expose the intern to all aspects of the accounting functions of a mid-size non-profit business with a $5 million budget and 50 employees nationwide.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Preferences

Inquiries and Applications

Please fill out our volunteer application at https://casadeesperanza.org/en/get-involved/volunteer/ . If you have questions please contact volunteer@casadeesperanza.org

Volunteer Title

Facilities Coordinator Assistant

Reports To

Facilities Coordinator

Volunteer Description

This position is responsible for supporting the Facilities Coordinator. This hands-on position will allow the volunteer to support Casa de Esperanza’s cause of providing a refuge for Latinas in our community. The volunteer will be in charge of maintain a clean and welcoming environment at El Refugio, our women’s shelter.  Willingness to accept any odd job is necessary attitude for this position.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Preferred

Inquiries and Applications

Please fill out the volunteer application at our website https://casadeesperanza.org/en/get-involved/volunteer/ . For questions, please contact volunteer@casadeesperanza.org

Title

Family Advocacy Volunteer (Six-month commitment)

Reports To

In-House Advocate

Job Site

El Refugio—address is confidential until assistant is hired. The Refugio is in St. Paul on a major bus line.

Time Commitment and Hours Preferred

Position Description

The Family Advocacy volunteer works alongside and collaborates with advocates in the shelter to provide much needed support to women and children at the shelter. The volunteer can also work on special projects in the office and with participants at the Refugio. The volunteer will receive intensive training on site-specific issues depending on intern abilities and interests. Training may include:

Responsibilities

A Family Advocacy volunteer may work in either or both of the following areas:

Direct Advocacy & Support:

Administrative Support & Special Projects:

Qualifications

Working Conditions

Casa de Esperanza strives for a fully inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.

The above statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of this position; rather, they are offered to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Job incumbents may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.

Inquiries and applications

Please fill out our volunteer application at https://casadeesperanza.org/en/get-involved/volunteer/ . If you have questions please contact volunteer@casadeesperanza.org

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Children’s Volunteer Coordinator (Six month minimum commitment)                                                                                                                                                                          

Reports To        

In-house Advocates

Position Description

Supports In-house Advocates in recruiting and maintaining volunteers working with children and youth.

Preferences

Training Provided

Eight-hour initial training on working with battered women and their children

Training on shelter rules and procedures for working with children (1 hour)

Ongoing on-the-job training

Inquiries and Applications

Please fill out our application at https://casadeesperanza.org/en/get-involved/volunteer/ . If you have questions please contact volunteers@casadeesperanza.org

Internship/Volunteer Title

Events & Conferences Assistant

Reports To

Event Coordinator; Volunteer Coordinator

Description

This volunteering opportunity is short term. Focus would be on providing assistance with any events or conferences that Casa de Esperanza is going to hold. May also assist with larger one-day projects, such as helping participants move to new housing or helping to supervise youth during field trips. Position will require participants to be available for a day on the weekend or a few hours during the day.

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Inquiries and Applications

Please fill out the volunteer application at our website https://casadeesperanza.org/en/get-involved/volunteer/ . For questions, please contact volunteer@casadeesperanza.org

Do you enjoy the theater, museums and boat rides? Want to give back to your community in a fun way? Rakhma Homes is looking for volunteers to assist our Activities Manager with helping our seniors get out into the community. Outings normally take place Tues or Fridays. Outings typically last 2-2.5 hours. You could volunteer once per week or every other week. This is a great opportunity to put a smile on a senior's face.

Sing or play an instrument for our residents in a small homelike setting. We have 4 locations- St. Paul, Minneapolis, Minnetonka or Golden Valley.

Come and visit our seniors with memory-loss. We are seeking patient and loving volunteers to come to any of our Rakhma Homes and sing, read, play games, or just hold hands with our lovely residents. Check out our website http://www.rakhma.org

Title:                                      Human Resources Intern

Reports To:                         Chief Operating Officer

Status:                                  Unpaid Intern

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Position Summary

People’s Center is looking for a Human Resources Intern to perform various administrative tasks and support our HR department’s daily activities. HR Intern responsibilities include updating our employee records with new hire information, screening resumes and scheduling interviews. If you’re interested in kick-starting your career in HR and getting a closer look of how our company approaches payroll, recruiting and employee development, we’d like to meet you. Ultimately, you will assist in organizing and coordinating our HR policies and procedures.

People’s Center Clinics & Services (PCCS) is a nationally recognized community health center delivering high-quality, affordable, and culturally relevant care to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. For 50 years, People’s Center has stood as a beacon of hope in the global village of Cedar-Riverside – a neighborhood that has long been the first stop for new Americans. PCCS’ mission is to deliver affordable healthcare, inspire hope, and promote community wellness.

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Are you a social media guru and would love to change the world? We are looking for two or three Social Media Volunteers to help engage our social media community and increase our donor-base. You will develop thought-provoking posts to promote our campaigns and programs serving youth in Liberia with varying audiences on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Plus you will be part of a fun, diverse and passionate team, who are dedicated to supporting our programs focused on education and vocational training in Liberia.

Please read volunteer testimonials on our website homepage www.unitingdistantstars.com.

Desired Experience & Skills:

1) Passion to serve.

2) Strong written & verbal skills for social media updates and newsletters.

3) Experienced in using social media and publishing tools & analytics to effectively expand post reach, likes, shares, and responses from followers.

4) Able to create slideshow videos of photos and upload on YouTube.

If this is a right fit, please let us know today.

Position Summary

Work closely with our Clinical Quality Team to ensure that our patients are receiving the care that they need. The Intern will help patients navigate community and healthcare services, follow up with patients on the phone about their healthcare home plans, assist with health education and more. Fluency in Somali and Oromo preferred.  

This is an exciting opportunity to work directly in a health care setting, network with professional health care specialists and develop skills needed to pursue your health care career while learning the fundamental mission, structure and operation of Peoples’ Center Health Services.

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People’s Center is in need of volunteers to offer assistance in our Pediatrics Department.

This is an exciting opportunity to work directly in a health care setting, network with professional health care specialists and help improve the patient experience. Volunteers will observe and monitor children’s play activities; read, organize art projects, and play board games with children and organize toys and materials to ensure order in lobby area.

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Do you have a passion for health equity and a desire to spread knowledge to your fellow classmates and community? People’s Center is looking for individuals with a strong health background and excellent people skills to develop, deliver, and promote linguistically appropriate health education and clinic promotion materials to Minneapolis community members. Volunteers will work with People’s Center staff to create materials and conduct outreach outside our clinic, on college campuses, and/or at community events. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly in a health care setting, collaborate with health care professionals, and gain experience bringing valuable health and knowledge information to underserved populations.

We offer flexible hours around your schedule, and we allow for our volunteers to work from home when appropriate. People’s Center will provide all necessary training – no prior outreach experience is necessary.

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Volunteer will work with Volunteer Coordinator in promoting and staffing People’s Center’s new Wellness Hub, opening January 16, 2018. Opportunities to work both internally and externally informing the community about health management skills as well as services provided in our wellness center. The volunteer may be responsible for scheduling, overseeing visitors in the Wellness Hub, teaching visitors how to properly use equipment, attending outreach events, assisting with programming and updating Wellness Hub calendar. No prior experience necessary. Training will be provided. Wellness Hub volunteers are welcome to work and/or attend programs in the Wellness Hub for free.

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This Volunteer escorts residents to Mass, on outings, to meals, activities or appointments. Positions open in our care center, assisted living and Adult Day Service Monday-Sunday, flexible hours. Contact: dlucas@catholiceldercare.org

The Office Receptionist assists the Roseville Area Senior Program program staff by answering the phone, greeting the public and providing information regarding the RASP, and other older adult needs and services. Once a week ½ day (4-hours). Training provided.

This is a great opportunity for a volunteer who enjoys meeting the public and assisting others. We value our volunteers and believe in making them feel appreciated and welcomed.

On our campus, we offer a full-continuum of housing and care levels from independent living to our care center. Volunteers enhance our residents ability to have freedom to live well while enriching their lives. 

We are currently looking for volunteers to help older adults in independent living and assisted living with reading books, magazines, letters, bulletins, etc. This will help them stay both independent and active in the community. 

The American Cancer Society is a volunteer lead organization, engaging with employees in the community across the business sector, from small, to mid-size to large companies. We engage with employees through events and work place activities. We are looking for expertise around developing a strategy to enhance our employee engagement in the Twin Cities.

Nothing brings joy to our residents like babies, puppies, and BINGO!!!

A summer BINGO caller is needed for Monday afternoons in our assisted living. Bingo is from 1-2 pm, volunteer would be asked to arrive shortly before bingo begins and may be asked to stay to help clean up.

Be a smile maker and volunteer at Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington.

Position Summary

The marketing/PR intern will be a vital part of the People’s Center Clinics & Services team, ensuring that our public-facing presence is impeccable. The intern will help establish a database of media contacts, write press releases and patient mailings, promoting and managing our social media and web presence, perform website maintenance, market research and analysis, and attend promotional/outreach events.

This is an exciting opportunity to work directly in a health care setting, network with professionals in both the healthcare and public relations field, develop skills to supplement your education and pursue your career, and hone your skills while providing a valuable service to an established and well-known community health center.

Minimum Requirements:

 Pursuing a degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or other related field

 Strong oral and written communication skills

 Ability to work independently

 Experience working in diverse communities

 Self-motivated

 Understanding of social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn.

 A commitment to promoting the mission of People’s Center Clinics & Services

Time Commitment:

 10-15 hours per week

 Monday – Friday

 Minimum of 3 months commitment required

To Apply:

 Email resume and a minimum of two relevant writing samples to: o montanyee@peoples-center.org

You could come a create smiles... Many of our residents have their weekly salon appointment at one of our two salons on our campus, they look forward to it each week. We would love for you to be a part of their experience. Volunteers in the salon help with minor cleaning tasks, escorting of residents to and from their appointment when needed, and visit with residents as they wait. Sometimes they also, remove hair rollers, paint nails, and give hand massages.

Looking for volunteers to commit to a weekly shift. Available Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. Tuesdays and Thursdays are HIGH NEED!!!

Our residents love participating in activities scheduled throughout the day, such as, crafting, playing games, and having someone to share the activity with them. Consider spending time brightening someone's day with a fun past-time. This is a consistent, weekly, ongoing activity. A minimum of 1.5 hours per week. Activities occur in both our assisted living as well as within our care center floors and volunteers are welcome in all areas. If you enjoy working with older adults, we can find a spot for you. There may be some flexibility with scheduling, please inquire to learn more about our calendar and availability needs. Contact: ssleeman@preshomes.org

The local Trader Joe's nearest to our campus allows us to have flower arrangements and potted plants when they are past their prime date for being sold. They are brought to our campus and disassembled to allow our care center residents to make their our bouquets.

How do the flower get from Trader Joe's to our campus??? You.

Volunteer to be the person who pick up the floral donation from Trader Joe's and deliver it to us once a week (Saturdays between 9-11 am) - calling the store before picking them up to ensure that there are flowers available. Volunteer also replaces potted plants in our care center and prepares flowers to be assembled in bouquets by residents. If floral arrangements are your deal, stay a while and make some arrangements with residents to display in the care center.

Spiritual wellness is of great importance to many of the residents that choose to live at Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington. Our campus is lucky enough to offer an array of spiritual care services, one of which being our Sunday afternoon Chapel Service. Volunteers make it possible for everyone who wishes to attend the service to be able to get to and from service.

Volunteers are needed from 2:30 to 4:30 pm every Sunday to help assisted living and/or care center residents get from their room/apartment to the Chapel and back to their room/apartment.

Volunteers must have balance and strength to push a wheelchair.

Do you play the piano? Our residents would love to listen to you play while they wait for our dining service to begin. Musicians needed daily at 11-12:30 and 3:30-5. Come put smiles on the faces of our residents.

Individual volunteers would commit to volunteering once a week or once a month on a consistent day.

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Are you looking for an opportunity that not only is rewarding but transformative and life changing?

If you answered yes then volunteering with hospice may be a good fit for you. Hospice care focuses on providing comfort to terminally ill patients and their loved ones. Holistic care is given physically, emotionally, and spiritually by a team of staff and volunteers.

Volunteers are an integral part of the team, providing support to patients 2-4 times a month.  Volunteer's schedules are flexible and determined with the patient and/or families.  A volunteer's schedule is very flexible. 

Our volunteers help in a variety of ways.  You may:

Patients are located throughout the Twin Cities metro area in homes and skilled care facilities. More details are listed on our web site at http://www.fairview.org/HospiceVolunteer.

WHAT: We are looking for certified pet therapy teams to visit our hospice patients and families. Bring smiles, comfort and compassion to someone's day.

WHEN: Flexible; choose what works for you and your furbaby. Typically our pet therapy teams visit patients and families 2-4x/mo; depending on availability.

WHERE: Facilities (such as nursing homes and assisted livings) and private homes throughout the Twin Cities metro area. We especially need volunteers in and around Roseville, Moundsview, Woodbury, Savage and Plymouth.  We are also in need of pet therapy volunteers for our neighbors to the north! 

HOW: Proof of current pet therapy certification along with our hospice volunteer training program.

INTERESTED? Apply online at www.fairview.org/hospicevolunteer or call 612-728-2455 and ask to speak to someone in the volunteer department.

Shopping helpers needed for seniors in the Hamline-Midway and western Frogtown neighborhoods. This volunteer would assist a senior with their grocery shopping on a regular weekly or bi-weekly basis. This is a wonderful opportunity to truly befriend an older adult, and help them maintain their independence.

DEPARTMENT: Community Corrections

We are committed to preventing crime and repairing harm caused by crime. We promote:
. Public safety and crime prevention in the community;
. Accountability and opportunity for positive change of the offender;
. Justice for the victims;
. Respectful treatment for all involved.

HOURS: Office hours are generally Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Any of the following three Dakota County Community Corrections Offices.
1) Judicial Center, 1560 West Highway 55, Hastings
2) Juvenile Services Center, 1600 West Highway 55, Hastings
3) Western Service Center, 14955 Galaxie Avenue, Apple Valley
4) Northern Service Center, 1 Mendota Road, W. St. Paul
Other designated sites may also be used depending on specific assignments.

A Volunteer/Intern in the Juvenile Supervision Section is responsible for assisting a Probation Officer in carrying out a variety of work assignments under supervision of the Probation Officer or supervisor. The focus of offender contact is determined by the assigned Probation Officer in consultation with the Unit supervisor.

TIME REQUIREMENT: The specific hours and schedule is mutually agreed upon by the supervising Probation Officer and the Volunteer/Intern.

TRAINING PROVIDED: Each Volunteer/Intern must complete a general orienation provided by the Community Corrections Volunteer/Intern Coordinator before placement begins. Additionally, there will be required training pertaining to the specific duties for this position. Ongoing training opportunities will also be available.

SUPERVISION: Volunteers/Interns will be under the direct supervision of an assigned Probation Officer. The Unit supervisor and the Volunteer Coordinator will assist as needed.

Duties of the Volunteer/Intern will vary depending on the skills and interest of the individual and the needs of the agency. The following list shall serve as an illustration of some of the duties a Volunteer/Intern might be expected to perform under the supervision of a Probation Officer, but should not be considered all-inclusive:
* Establish case plans with supervising agent and keep agent up-to-date on case progress, issues and/or non-compliance.
* Conduct face-to-face interviews with offenders, truants and families in office, school and/or in homes.
* Work closely with agencies within the community.
* Supervise and monitor offenders/truants for compliance with court ordered conditions.
* Make appropriate referrals.
* Assess offender, truants and families needs and problem areas.
* Complete necessary reports.
* Verify necessary information (i.e. completion of treatment, payment of fines).
* Keep chronological records of all information regarding an offender/truant.
* Attend staffing meetings.
* May accompany Probation Officer to appointments in the community.

* Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a non-judgmental, courteous and professional manner.
* Ability to comply with data privacy laws and practices.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality of offender/truant information and court records.
* Ability to establish and maintain accurate records.
* Ability to work within Departmental and program policies and procedures.
* Ability to hold offenders/truants accountable for their behaviors.
* Ability to understand restorative justice principles and practices.
* Ability to understand victim's rights.
* Knowledge and understanding of ethnic diversities.
* Willingness to become familiar with community resources and other programs available to offenders/truants.

Contact Information:

Brandon Head

Volunteer/Intern Program Coordinator

Email: brandon.head@co.dakota.mn.us

Phone: (952) 891-7151

Purpose:

To provide sensory and emotional stimulation, relaxation, and pain- relief by assisting with the preparation of the lotion mixed onsite and used throughout our care center.

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This opportunity could be as few as two times a year and as much as monthly, depending of the level of commitment that the volunteer has. Lotions will most likely need to be mixed on-site once every 3-6 months.

Did you know that the parts of the brain where musical memories are stored are virtually untouched by dementia??? You can help us provide sensory and emotional stimulation, relaxation, and enjoyment by assisting with the preparation and maintenance of our music and memory equipment.

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Currently we have approximately 50 residents in our Music and Memory program. As residents come and go, ipods will have to have contents deleted and added to be specific to the listening needs of each individual resident. Because we are unable to predict the frequency or time of these changes – this opportunity is an on-call position. When we are aware of a change that will be happening, the volunteer will be reached out to by staff and a time will be arranged for you to come in that is convenient for your schedule.

We are looking for individuals who are interested in volunteering as a one-on-one visitor to residents. Chat in a resident's room, take a walk on our campus, play cards, help with reading or writing, etc.

30-90 minutes per week, flexible scheduling

We are looking for a person with a great presence to call bingo with our residents in our Assisted Living building. There are currently two times available:

Every other Saturday at 1 pm.

Every Monday at 1 pm.

Volunteer will serve as caller and lead the activity, most of the time without staff present.

Must be 18 or have an adult with you.

Our mission is to provide free sports equipment, camps, grants and tickets for military families.  Your company could put together a gear drive and fundraiser to support our mission.  Everyone has the extra sets of last year's sizes in the garage, and across the company you could make a large impact.  If that was coupled with a micro fundraiser ($5 per person) across a large company (1000 employees) you'd make a macro impact!

We have several years worth of paper donor and beneficiary information that needs to be entered into a CRM system to help us manage our daily activities.  We could use a team of people to enter information.