Let's get the word out to our beloved community!
This opportunity is on an as-needed basis. Please respond to the opportunity to get on the list. When we have a need for Community Meeters & Greeters, our Volunteer Manager will contact you.
To view our current tabling opportunities, click here!
POSITION SUMMARY: This
position assists our Outreach Department by providing tabling/information booth
coverage. You will be talking to attendees about Stand Up Placer and the
services we provide. All of our services are free, confidential, trauma
informed and inclusive. You will also be providing agency brochures and at
times, fun give-away items. All training will be provided.
WHY COMMUNITY
OUTREACH IS IMPORTANT: Community outreach is vital to the prevention of
domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. These events help
raise awareness of problems many do not believe happen in their communities.
Education on these issues is proven to reduce the risk of interpersonal
violence. For those who have experienced interpersonal violence (or have a
friend or family member who have) knowing about our resources and services is
vital.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Assist staff and/or crisis intervention certified volunteers with tabling/information booth coverage.
- Meet and greet attendees.
- Provide attendees with an overview of SUP services and/or upcoming SUP and allied community partners events.
- Answer attendee questions and provide any handouts/materials.
- Depending on your shift – you may be helping with the set-up and take-down of the table and materials.
- If an attendee is in crisis and you are not a crisis intervention trained volunteer, refer the attendee to the SUP staff member or the crisis intervention certified volunteer.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- A passion for sharing information and educating the community.
- A working knowledge of Stand Up Placer mission and services.
- Accept and work with staff and volunteers from diverse personal and cultural backgrounds.
- Compassion and understanding for people in crisis.
- Accept and work with staff and volunteers from diverse personal and cultural backgrounds.
YOUR VOLUNTEER
IMPACT: For every hour you volunteer as a Community Meeter & Greeter, we
receive $24/per hour in grant funding match. This is very significant and helps
us in meeting our grant requirements.
HOW TO BECOME A MEETER & GREETER: Click on the GOLD RESPOND button. When we have a need for Community Meeters & Greeters, you will be contacted.
