• Senior Center Volunteer Application Form

    Help us learn a bit more about you, and about where you'll best fit in our senior center network.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Which volunteer role(s) are you interested in?*
  • Did an organization send you to volunteer? If so, which one?*
  • Are you willing to undergo a background check as a condition of volunteering?*
  • How did you hear about this volunteer opportunity?
  • Date*
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  • Barren River Area Development District (BRADD)

    Volunteer Position Description

     

    Title:    Senior Center Volunteer

    Department:  Aging Services

    Supervisor:     Senior Center Manager

     

    Volunteer Position Characteristics: Under general direction of the Senior Center Manager, assists with day-to-day operations of the Senior Center as determined by the Senior Center Manager.

     

    Potential Duties and Responsibilities as Needed:

    1.                  Assist with congregate and home delivered meals services.

    2.                  Follow all food service and safety regulations.

    3.                  Assist with activities and recreational offerings at the Center

    4.                  Assist the senior center manager with supportive services as needed, including but not limited to: outreach, information & assistance, public information, and health promotion classes.

    5.                  Participate in annual training

    6.                  Learn and abide by all agency program rules and regulations.

    7.                  Communicate effectively with a variety of groups to represent senior services.

    8.                  Advocate on behalf of the Senior Center.

    9.                  Maintain confidentiality as set forth by agency and funding sources.

    10.              Perform other duties as assigned.

     

    DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

    Training and Experience: Possess oral and written communication skills and good organization skills. Possess related field experience. 

     

    Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

     

    Knowledge:

    1.                  Knowledge of federal and state programs and program guidelines for the elderly and disabled.

    2.                  Knowledge of both formal and informal resources available for the elderly and disabled.

     

    Skills:

    1.                  Skilled at problem solving.

    2.                  Skilled at incorporating available resources for individuals.

    3.                  Skilled in establishing and sustaining interpersonal relationships.

     

    Abilities:

    1.                  Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

    2.                  Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with clients, other volunteers, state and local officials and administrative personnel, and the general public.

     

     

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    Instructions: Somewhat general; many aspects of the work are covered specifically, but also must use own judgment.

    Review of Work: Supervisor spot checks work as being completed, work is reviewed upon completion.

    Tools, Equipment: Basic office equipment, and food safety procedures.

    Physical Demands: Work is typically performed indoors at a desk or table; intermittently sitting, standing or stooping; must lift light objects (less than 25 pounds); work is occasionally performed outdoors.

    Contacts: Regular contacts with clients, public and other staff, frequent public and internal contacts requiring tact and diplomacy are job requirements.

    Confidential Information: Regular use of confidential information is a job requirement.

    Mental Effort: Moderate.

    Interruptions: Frequent.

    Additional Requirements: Pass criminal background checks.

     

    BRADD Mission Statement:

    The mission of the Barren River Area Development District is to preserve and advance the quality of life and economic well-being for all citizens of the BRADD through regional collaboration.

     

    *The above volunteer description is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position.  It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, requirements or responsibilities.

     

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