Needs From: Get Connected Lake County Ohio

Volunteer: Meals on Wheels Meal Delivery to Seniors

Deliver nutritious meals to seniors in Lake County to provide a hot nutritious meal and a friendly social interaction while ensuring they are safe.  This rewarding volunteer position provides more than a meal.  It provides joy and a connection. Meals on Wheels enables seniors to remain independent in their home.  

Opportunities are available in Madison, Mentor, Painesville, Wickliffe, and Willowick.  

 

Agency: Lake County Council on Aging

Deliver nutritious meals to seniors in Lake County to provide a hot nutritious meal and a friendly social interaction while ensuring they are safe.  This rewarding volunteer position provides more than a meal.  It provides joy and a connection. Meals on Wheels enables seniors to remain independent in their home.  

Opportunities are available in Madison, Mentor, Painesville, Wickliffe, and Willowick.  

 

Agency: Lake County Council on Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44060

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Fundraising Plan Development Intern

Skills and Experience:

Knowledge of fundraising principles, donor cultivation, and sponsorship development. Strong research skills to identify potential funding sources and grant opportunities. Experience in writing proposals, business plans, or similar documents.

Other Qualifications:

Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently to create a structured plan. Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members. Creativity and strategic thinking in approaching fundraising challenges.

Academic Background: Majoring in Business, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Communications, or Marketing.

Agency: From Me 2 U, Inc

Skills and Experience:

Knowledge of fundraising principles, donor cultivation, and sponsorship development. Strong research skills to identify potential funding sources and grant opportunities. Experience in writing proposals, business plans, or similar documents.

Other Qualifications:

Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently to create a structured plan. Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members. Creativity and strategic thinking in approaching fundraising challenges.

Academic Background: Majoring in Business, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Communications, or Marketing.

Agency: From Me 2 U, Inc

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44120

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Mutual aid volunteers

We have a variety of volunteer activites in Willoughby and Cleveland, on Sundays and throughout the week. Please email us directly at FNBeastCLE@gmail.com to join a volunteer orientation and learn how to sign up.

Agency: Food Not Bombs Lake County and East Side CLE

We have a variety of volunteer activites in Willoughby and Cleveland, on Sundays and throughout the week. Please email us directly at FNBeastCLE@gmail.com to join a volunteer orientation and learn how to sign up.

Agency: Food Not Bombs Lake County and East Side CLE

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44094

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Geauga County/Eastern Lake County Area- Companionship Volunteers Needed for Hospice

We are seeking caring, driven companionship volunteers for Hospice patients in Geauga & Eastern Lake Counties. A companionship volunteer provides comfort and emotional support to patients by making visits to them at their place of residence. This could include, listening, reading, doing activities or simply being present.

Hospice is a special kind of caring. Hospice care is patient and family centered, and
seeks to provide support and comfort to those facing a life limiting illness. Volunteers
play a large role in this effort by sharing their skills and interests in a manner that
enriches the quality of life for those they serve. Nationally, over 100,000 people serve as
hospice volunteers and give millions of hours of their time to serve terminally ill patients and their families.

We follow all current CDC guidelines related to COVID-19, and provide volunteers with all necessary and appropriate PPE during visits. We require volunteers to undergo background check, drug screen, and TB testing prior to volunteering.

Agency: Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice

We are seeking caring, driven companionship volunteers for Hospice patients in Geauga & Eastern Lake Counties. A companionship volunteer provides comfort and emotional support to patients by making visits to them at their place of residence. This could include, listening, reading, doing activities or simply being present.

Hospice is a special kind of caring. Hospice care is patient and family centered, and
seeks to provide support and comfort to those facing a life limiting illness. Volunteers
play a large role in this effort by sharing their skills and interests in a manner that
enriches the quality of life for those they serve. Nationally, over 100,000 people serve as
hospice volunteers and give millions of hours of their time to serve terminally ill patients and their families.

We follow all current CDC guidelines related to COVID-19, and provide volunteers with all necessary and appropriate PPE during visits. We require volunteers to undergo background check, drug screen, and TB testing prior to volunteering.

Agency: Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44077

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Homeless Shelter Volunteer

LEARN MORE & COMPLETE A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION HERE

The shelter volunteers of Project Hope for the Homeless support staff and help accommodate up to 50 shelter guests. We run two shelter programs on Freedom Road in Painesville Twp.: one for families & one for adults. Volunteers undergo online screening and training before they start. They always work in teams with other volunteers and/or staff and are never left alone. There are no minimum or maximum service requirements; volunteers can serve at their convenience.

 

ADULT SHELTER

·        5:30-7am, seven days a week

Volunteers help prepare shelter guests for a new day of hope by distributing lunches, cleaning up after a light breakfast, and assisting staff in monitoring guests as they leave. Morning volunteers work in teams of 2 alongside 2-3 staff members.

·        7-11pm, seven days a week

Arrive at 6:45 pm to prepare the site for guest arrival. Volunteers serve dinner to adult shelter guests, and are able to eat dinner with staff and guests. After dinner, volunteers clean up the service area, store leftovers, and wash serving dishes. Light chores, packing lunches, and providing informal support to staff and guests may also be part of the evening service. Evening volunteers work in teams of 2 or 3 alongside three staff members. The shift usually ends before 10:30pm.

 

FAMILY SHELTER

·        Monday-Friday 1-4pm, 4-7pm

·        Saturday 2-5pm, 5-7pm (Oct-May)

·        Sunday 2-5pm, 5-7pm

Family volunteers spend time with the families staying at 25 Freedom Road, helping with homework, playing with children, serving dinner and snacks, and assisting staff. Family shelter volunteers serve alongside 1-2 staff.

Agency: Project Hope for the Homeless

LEARN MORE & COMPLETE A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION HERE

The shelter volunteers of Project Hope for the Homeless support staff and help accommodate up to 50 shelter guests. We run two shelter programs on Freedom Road in Painesville Twp.: one for families & one for adults. Volunteers undergo online screening and training before they start. They always work in teams with other volunteers and/or staff and are never left alone. There are no minimum or maximum service requirements; volunteers can serve at their convenience.

 

ADULT SHELTER

·        5:30-7am, seven days a week

Volunteers help prepare shelter guests for a new day of hope by distributing lunches, cleaning up after a light breakfast, and assisting staff in monitoring guests as they leave. Morning volunteers work in teams of 2 alongside 2-3 staff members.

·        7-11pm, seven days a week

Arrive at 6:45 pm to prepare the site for guest arrival. Volunteers serve dinner to adult shelter guests, and are able to eat dinner with staff and guests. After dinner, volunteers clean up the service area, store leftovers, and wash serving dishes. Light chores, packing lunches, and providing informal support to staff and guests may also be part of the evening service. Evening volunteers work in teams of 2 or 3 alongside three staff members. The shift usually ends before 10:30pm.

 

FAMILY SHELTER

·        Monday-Friday 1-4pm, 4-7pm

·        Saturday 2-5pm, 5-7pm (Oct-May)

·        Sunday 2-5pm, 5-7pm

Family volunteers spend time with the families staying at 25 Freedom Road, helping with homework, playing with children, serving dinner and snacks, and assisting staff. Family shelter volunteers serve alongside 1-2 staff.

Agency: Project Hope for the Homeless

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44077

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Sorting and organizing clothing room.

We have a clothing room for our Red Shield clients. We would need someone to organize, fold clothing also Hang clothing. Separate children clothing so we can organize it for Back to school bash. 

Agency: The Salvation Army

We have a clothing room for our Red Shield clients. We would need someone to organize, fold clothing also Hang clothing. Separate children clothing so we can organize it for Back to school bash. 

Agency: The Salvation Army

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44077

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Pantry Sorting - UWLC Offices

Sorting and organizing food for community and partner pick-up/distribution. 

 

Volunteers will be given further instruction upon arrival. 

Volunteers may reach out to Emily Johnston (ejohnston@uwlc.org) to specify what hours they are available to volunteer on this date. 

Agency: United Way of Lake County

Sorting and organizing food for community and partner pick-up/distribution. 

 

Volunteers will be given further instruction upon arrival. 

Volunteers may reach out to Emily Johnston (ejohnston@uwlc.org) to specify what hours they are available to volunteer on this date. 

Agency: United Way of Lake County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44060

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Family Meal Support Volunteer

Service description

At the House, the kitchen is at the heart of our mission. We provide continental breakfast, boxed lunches, snacks, and dinner daily to our House guests. We also provide our Hospital-Based Programs with meals and snacks for families who visit those locations. The House kitchen runs like a restaurant would, and we need volunteers to help with cleaning, restocking, inventory, and of course, cooking.

Required tasks

Cleaning of dining and kitchen areas. Restocking of dining room area (snacks, boxed lunches, cereal, coffee). Organizing donations and purchased supplies into pantry, refrigerators, and freezers. Assembling orders for Hospital Based Programs. Taking inventory of food and supplies. Assisting supervisor of shift with meals.

 

 

 

 

Skills needed

Cooperative with others. Responds well and follows instructions with care. Shows motivation to complete tasks. Shows a willingness to learn. Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Requirements for all volunteer positions

A commitment to the RMHC NEO mission. The ability to take direction but also work independently. Sensitivity to diverse populations. The flexibility to: Attend required continuing education seminar(s) each year. Attend an annual one-on-one conversation or review with a member of staff. A commitment to maintaining confidentiality regarding family information. The ability to maintain healthy boundaries and not take on families' troubles as one's own.

Note: All volunteers must be vaccinated against communicable diseases – chicken pox, measles, mumps, tuberculosis, Covid 19.

Schedule: One 3-hour shift per week, or every other week. Must be able to commit to 3 months.

Supervisor: Family Meal Program Manager, House Volunteer Manager, or supporting staff members.

Agency: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio

Service description

At the House, the kitchen is at the heart of our mission. We provide continental breakfast, boxed lunches, snacks, and dinner daily to our House guests. We also provide our Hospital-Based Programs with meals and snacks for families who visit those locations. The House kitchen runs like a restaurant would, and we need volunteers to help with cleaning, restocking, inventory, and of course, cooking.

Required tasks

Cleaning of dining and kitchen areas. Restocking of dining room area (snacks, boxed lunches, cereal, coffee). Organizing donations and purchased supplies into pantry, refrigerators, and freezers. Assembling orders for Hospital Based Programs. Taking inventory of food and supplies. Assisting supervisor of shift with meals.

 

 

 

 

Skills needed

Cooperative with others. Responds well and follows instructions with care. Shows motivation to complete tasks. Shows a willingness to learn. Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Requirements for all volunteer positions

A commitment to the RMHC NEO mission. The ability to take direction but also work independently. Sensitivity to diverse populations. The flexibility to: Attend required continuing education seminar(s) each year. Attend an annual one-on-one conversation or review with a member of staff. A commitment to maintaining confidentiality regarding family information. The ability to maintain healthy boundaries and not take on families' troubles as one's own.

Note: All volunteers must be vaccinated against communicable diseases – chicken pox, measles, mumps, tuberculosis, Covid 19.

Schedule: One 3-hour shift per week, or every other week. Must be able to commit to 3 months.

Supervisor: Family Meal Program Manager, House Volunteer Manager, or supporting staff members.

Agency: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44106

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Blood Services Transportation Specialist - Various Locations

This position supports the Regional Biomedical Services department. This opportunity requires participation in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility. To safely transport blood from collection sites to the lab for processing and/or deliver blood or blood products to hospital customers.

Responsibilities:

Transport blood from collection site to Red Cross laboratory Transport finished blood or blood products to hospital customers as routine or “stat” deliveries Pick up empty boxes from hospitals as necessary Deliver supplies to blood collection sites as needed Complete required paperwork and obtain signatures as necessary Communicate with Red Cross staff on feedback from customers or any urgent issues Drive in a safe and responsible manner as a representative of the American Red Cross

Click link to learn more and apply!

 

Agency: The American Red Cross

This position supports the Regional Biomedical Services department. This opportunity requires participation in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility. To safely transport blood from collection sites to the lab for processing and/or deliver blood or blood products to hospital customers.

Responsibilities:

Transport blood from collection site to Red Cross laboratory Transport finished blood or blood products to hospital customers as routine or “stat” deliveries Pick up empty boxes from hospitals as necessary Deliver supplies to blood collection sites as needed Complete required paperwork and obtain signatures as necessary Communicate with Red Cross staff on feedback from customers or any urgent issues Drive in a safe and responsible manner as a representative of the American Red Cross

Click link to learn more and apply!

 

Agency: The American Red Cross

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: GED tutor (virtual or in-person)

What: Become a GED tutor at Seeds of Literacy! We serve adults 18+ of all abilities. Many students are studying for their GED, but some just want to brush up on their basic skills. As a tutor, you will work with students one-on-one in subjects you are comfortable with.

Where: Seeds of Literacy has three locations: West (W.25th & Clark), East (Kinsman & 139th), and Virtual (via Zoom)

How: There are three steps to becoming a tutor: 1. Fill out a tutor application on our website. 2. Attend a tutor training. 3. Observe a class session. Here is the link to the application: https://www.seedsofliteracy.org/get-involved/volunteer/tutor/ 

When: After attending a tutor training, you can tutor at your convenience during any of our class times. Our classes run Monday-Thursday with 3 sessions per day: 9am-11am, 1pm-3pm, and 6pm-8pm.

Why: 66% of Clevelanders are functionally illiterate (reading at or below a 4th grade level). An adult with their GED can make $1,000,000 more in their lifetime than an adult without one. Make a difference in your community by becoming a tutor and supporting students in their educational journey!

Agency: Seeds of Literacy

What: Become a GED tutor at Seeds of Literacy! We serve adults 18+ of all abilities. Many students are studying for their GED, but some just want to brush up on their basic skills. As a tutor, you will work with students one-on-one in subjects you are comfortable with.

Where: Seeds of Literacy has three locations: West (W.25th & Clark), East (Kinsman & 139th), and Virtual (via Zoom)

How: There are three steps to becoming a tutor: 1. Fill out a tutor application on our website. 2. Attend a tutor training. 3. Observe a class session. Here is the link to the application: https://www.seedsofliteracy.org/get-involved/volunteer/tutor/ 

When: After attending a tutor training, you can tutor at your convenience during any of our class times. Our classes run Monday-Thursday with 3 sessions per day: 9am-11am, 1pm-3pm, and 6pm-8pm.

Why: 66% of Clevelanders are functionally illiterate (reading at or below a 4th grade level). An adult with their GED can make $1,000,000 more in their lifetime than an adult without one. Make a difference in your community by becoming a tutor and supporting students in their educational journey!

Agency: Seeds of Literacy

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44109

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Long Term Care Ombudsman Volunteer

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?

Do you believe that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect?

Do you want to help others make informed choices about where they live and the care they receive?

Ombudsman Associates are volunteer advocates who provide a voice for the concerns of long-term care consumers who are living in their own homes, nursing homes or assisted living. Volunteers are one of the most valued resources of the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman.

Volunteers make regular visits, observe conditions and engage residents in conversation to learn about problems or concerns consumers may have regarding care and services. In nursing homes and assisted living facilities, volunteers observe conditions and care and inform residents about their rights. For consumers who choose to receive care in their own homes, volunteers talk to consumers about their caregivers and services they receive.

Agency: Long Term Care Ombudsman

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?

Do you believe that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect?

Do you want to help others make informed choices about where they live and the care they receive?

Ombudsman Associates are volunteer advocates who provide a voice for the concerns of long-term care consumers who are living in their own homes, nursing homes or assisted living. Volunteers are one of the most valued resources of the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman.

Volunteers make regular visits, observe conditions and engage residents in conversation to learn about problems or concerns consumers may have regarding care and services. In nursing homes and assisted living facilities, volunteers observe conditions and care and inform residents about their rights. For consumers who choose to receive care in their own homes, volunteers talk to consumers about their caregivers and services they receive.

Agency: Long Term Care Ombudsman

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44125

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer {Virtual}

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional DAT responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level.

Locations

All Chapter and Satellite Offices throughout the Northern Ohio Region

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

Triages requests received to determine if Red Cross action is required; may decide if Red Cross will respond via DAT. Uses event triggers such as size, scope, and type of event to escalate the DAT response when necessary. Works with on-scene DAT leadership to support the response and provide technical guidance. May support and train new Duty Officers. Liaises necessary information to leadership and other stakeholders May be tasked with composing Initial Incident Reports (IIR) dependent upon regional processes Ensures response compliance in accordance with the DAT Standards and Procedures Maintains close working relationship with DAT Regional Program Lead, Chapter/Territory DAT Coordinators and Regional RC Respond Application Lead to ensure responders are identified and scheduled.

Functional

Documents incoming disaster notification and ensures their assignment as the Duty Officer in the call record in RC Respond. Manages all DAT calls and activities in RC Respond Identifies available DAT responders and dispatches team to ensure appropriate resourcing to meet client needs. Activates Disaster Health Services, Disaster Mental Health, Disaster Spiritual Care, and Public Affairs when requested. Maintains ongoing communication with all assigned responders and ensures timely updates are reflected in the RC Respond call record to reflect movement to a status of On Scene and Off Scene. May be required to monitor activity across multiple DAT responses. Monitors all active calls while assigned, moving them to a status of Closed upon completion in RC Respond. If an event has not concluded, provide necessary information upon shift change. Notifies Chapter and Regional staff of significant events, and contributes to an Initial Incident Report, when appropriate. Manages availability by registering for shifts in RC Respond. Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region. Maintains RC Respond Duty Officer user access Qualifications

Required:

Reliable access to a computer, internet, and a phone. Comfortable using and learning new technology Commitment to use RC Care and RC Respond systems as needed Able to prioritize multiple tasks in complex, rapidly changing and stressful situations. Must be 18 years or older Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to work for long periods on a computer Ability to speak clearly on the phone Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies

Preferred:

If no prior DAT experience, take part in a ride along on a DAT response or tabletop DAT response exercise.

CLICK HERE to apply for this position!

Agency: The American Red Cross

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional DAT responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level.

Locations

All Chapter and Satellite Offices throughout the Northern Ohio Region

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

Triages requests received to determine if Red Cross action is required; may decide if Red Cross will respond via DAT. Uses event triggers such as size, scope, and type of event to escalate the DAT response when necessary. Works with on-scene DAT leadership to support the response and provide technical guidance. May support and train new Duty Officers. Liaises necessary information to leadership and other stakeholders May be tasked with composing Initial Incident Reports (IIR) dependent upon regional processes Ensures response compliance in accordance with the DAT Standards and Procedures Maintains close working relationship with DAT Regional Program Lead, Chapter/Territory DAT Coordinators and Regional RC Respond Application Lead to ensure responders are identified and scheduled.

Functional

Documents incoming disaster notification and ensures their assignment as the Duty Officer in the call record in RC Respond. Manages all DAT calls and activities in RC Respond Identifies available DAT responders and dispatches team to ensure appropriate resourcing to meet client needs. Activates Disaster Health Services, Disaster Mental Health, Disaster Spiritual Care, and Public Affairs when requested. Maintains ongoing communication with all assigned responders and ensures timely updates are reflected in the RC Respond call record to reflect movement to a status of On Scene and Off Scene. May be required to monitor activity across multiple DAT responses. Monitors all active calls while assigned, moving them to a status of Closed upon completion in RC Respond. If an event has not concluded, provide necessary information upon shift change. Notifies Chapter and Regional staff of significant events, and contributes to an Initial Incident Report, when appropriate. Manages availability by registering for shifts in RC Respond. Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region. Maintains RC Respond Duty Officer user access Qualifications

Required:

Reliable access to a computer, internet, and a phone. Comfortable using and learning new technology Commitment to use RC Care and RC Respond systems as needed Able to prioritize multiple tasks in complex, rapidly changing and stressful situations. Must be 18 years or older Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to work for long periods on a computer Ability to speak clearly on the phone Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies

Preferred:

If no prior DAT experience, take part in a ride along on a DAT response or tabletop DAT response exercise.

CLICK HERE to apply for this position!

Agency: The American Red Cross

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Family Room Volunteer at MetroHealth Hospital

Ronald McDonald House Family Rooms

Ronald McDonald Family Rooms are an extension of the Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland. A bit of home within the walls of a hospital, the Family Room is a respite where families and friends can spend quiet time together, engage in conversations or reflection, or enjoy coffee and a snack while still being close to the child's room.

Upon entering one of our Ronald McDonald Family Rooms, families are greeted by Family Room Volunteers who act as host or hostess of the room. Volunteers register visitors, explain what services are available, and help families to feel at home.

MetroHealth Family Room is located on the Towers 4th Floor near the Department of Pediatrics. Volunteers are scheduled for one four hour shift per week, or every other week. Volunteer parking is free. Hospital-paid TB test, criminal background check, and on-site training are required.

Agency: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio

Ronald McDonald House Family Rooms

Ronald McDonald Family Rooms are an extension of the Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland. A bit of home within the walls of a hospital, the Family Room is a respite where families and friends can spend quiet time together, engage in conversations or reflection, or enjoy coffee and a snack while still being close to the child's room.

Upon entering one of our Ronald McDonald Family Rooms, families are greeted by Family Room Volunteers who act as host or hostess of the room. Volunteers register visitors, explain what services are available, and help families to feel at home.

MetroHealth Family Room is located on the Towers 4th Floor near the Department of Pediatrics. Volunteers are scheduled for one four hour shift per week, or every other week. Volunteer parking is free. Hospital-paid TB test, criminal background check, and on-site training are required.

Agency: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44109

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Rapid Covid Tester Volunteer

Facilitate Rapid Covid Testing for HWR employees in Willoughby Hills office.

Must have valid license in one of the following fields: nursing, nursing assistant, med tech, phlebotomist,, pharmacist, or physician.

Requires manual dexterity, neat handwriting, attention to detail, standing/sitting for 2-4 hours


Requires 3 hours of volunteer orientation and viewing of 17 minute video

Agency: Hospice of the Western Reserve

Facilitate Rapid Covid Testing for HWR employees in Willoughby Hills office.

Must have valid license in one of the following fields: nursing, nursing assistant, med tech, phlebotomist,, pharmacist, or physician.

Requires manual dexterity, neat handwriting, attention to detail, standing/sitting for 2-4 hours


Requires 3 hours of volunteer orientation and viewing of 17 minute video

Agency: Hospice of the Western Reserve

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44094

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Blood Services Donor Ambassador-Various Site Locations

Purpose This position supports the Regional Biomedical Services department. This opportunity requires participation in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility. Provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. Engage with blood donors to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations. Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation. Responsibilities Greet donors, explain the donation process as necessary and assist with initial intake and hand offs through the blood donation process Direct donor to next step of donation or options for future donations if deferred. Model excellent customer service behaviors. Ensure blood donors have relevant information and that questions are answered appropriately while creating a favorable impression of the blood donation process. Learn and share the Red Cross story, including the mission, vision, and values Provide customer service to donors in the Hospitality Area by ensuring that each donor is recognized for his/her contribution. Report possible adverse post-donation physical reactions to the collections staff. Set up and maintain cleanliness in Reception and Hospitality Areas, and Donor Areas/Beds as requested Work with collections team supervisor or charge staff to match donor’s blood type with the best product for maximum impact Responsible to inform donors of current and upcoming donation promotions May make reminder/cancellation calls, re-schedule donor appointments, and perform follow up activities as directed

Geauga County CLICK HERE for more information!

Lake County CLICK HERE for more information!

Agency: The American Red Cross

Purpose This position supports the Regional Biomedical Services department. This opportunity requires participation in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility. Provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. Engage with blood donors to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations. Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation. Responsibilities Greet donors, explain the donation process as necessary and assist with initial intake and hand offs through the blood donation process Direct donor to next step of donation or options for future donations if deferred. Model excellent customer service behaviors. Ensure blood donors have relevant information and that questions are answered appropriately while creating a favorable impression of the blood donation process. Learn and share the Red Cross story, including the mission, vision, and values Provide customer service to donors in the Hospitality Area by ensuring that each donor is recognized for his/her contribution. Report possible adverse post-donation physical reactions to the collections staff. Set up and maintain cleanliness in Reception and Hospitality Areas, and Donor Areas/Beds as requested Work with collections team supervisor or charge staff to match donor’s blood type with the best product for maximum impact Responsible to inform donors of current and upcoming donation promotions May make reminder/cancellation calls, re-schedule donor appointments, and perform follow up activities as directed

Geauga County CLICK HERE for more information!

Lake County CLICK HERE for more information!

Agency: The American Red Cross

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115-2501

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: DCS: Cuyahoga/Lake/Geauga County: Disaster Action Team (DAT) Member

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing. DAT Members participate in all DAT program support and capacity building activities necessary to ensure effective service delivery during a DAT response.

Key Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Disaster Action Team program including:

Supporting the annual goals, Regional Disaster Officer (RDO) objectives, and regional/chapter plan for DAT services through participation in meetings, projects, and local response activities. Completes all required training and maintains current training standard as DAT program requirements change. Attends regular team meetings and training as required by the region/territory. Completes assigned projects and local response activities according to the needs of the DAT program.  (Preparing vehicles, response materials, administrative support of the DAT program and other tasks assigned by the DAT Leader.) Length of Appointment

In collaboration with DAT Leadership, once trained to operational ability, may remain active as long as required training is maintained and engagement criteria met. 

Time Commitment

Minimum on-call shift requirement is equivalent to 24 hours per month and is scheduled based on personal availability. Shift length is in 6 hour increments: 2x 12 hr shifts; 4x 6 hr shifts, etc.

Volunteers are highly encouraged to sign up for more shifts to ensure coverage, strong personal engagement and gain valuable learning experiences. Volunteers commit to being available during registered shifts and communicates availability conflicts with DAT Leadership.

When a call comes in, volunteers are expected to work as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours; delivering immediate direct client assistance with support of on-scene lead to assess additional resource/support needs.

CLICK HERE for more information!

Agency: The American Red Cross

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing. DAT Members participate in all DAT program support and capacity building activities necessary to ensure effective service delivery during a DAT response.

Key Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Disaster Action Team program including:

Supporting the annual goals, Regional Disaster Officer (RDO) objectives, and regional/chapter plan for DAT services through participation in meetings, projects, and local response activities. Completes all required training and maintains current training standard as DAT program requirements change. Attends regular team meetings and training as required by the region/territory. Completes assigned projects and local response activities according to the needs of the DAT program.  (Preparing vehicles, response materials, administrative support of the DAT program and other tasks assigned by the DAT Leader.) Length of Appointment

In collaboration with DAT Leadership, once trained to operational ability, may remain active as long as required training is maintained and engagement criteria met. 

Time Commitment

Minimum on-call shift requirement is equivalent to 24 hours per month and is scheduled based on personal availability. Shift length is in 6 hour increments: 2x 12 hr shifts; 4x 6 hr shifts, etc.

Volunteers are highly encouraged to sign up for more shifts to ensure coverage, strong personal engagement and gain valuable learning experiences. Volunteers commit to being available during registered shifts and communicates availability conflicts with DAT Leadership.

When a call comes in, volunteers are expected to work as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours; delivering immediate direct client assistance with support of on-scene lead to assess additional resource/support needs.

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Agency: The American Red Cross

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Guardian

We are a non profit guardianship provider.

A Volunteer Guardian serves as a decision maker and advocate for an adult deemed legally incompetent by the Probate Court.  The individuals we serve have nobody involved in their lives who can step into that role. The Volunteer Guardian acts in the best interest of the ward as an advocate and substitute decision-maker in the care and management of medical and personal affairs.  

Agency: Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry's Guardianship Services

We are a non profit guardianship provider.

A Volunteer Guardian serves as a decision maker and advocate for an adult deemed legally incompetent by the Probate Court.  The individuals we serve have nobody involved in their lives who can step into that role. The Volunteer Guardian acts in the best interest of the ward as an advocate and substitute decision-maker in the care and management of medical and personal affairs.  

Agency: Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry's Guardianship Services

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44103

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Cat Care

Objectives: Our ultimate objective is to increase the chances of our cats to be adopted, in a shorter amount of time through socialization, while living in a safe, healthy and sanitary environment until they find their FUR-ever home! Additional objectives are to: Provide exercise, and stimulation to reduce stress. Become comfortable with human contact by providing human interaction. Keep the cats healthy by making sure their environment is sanitary and clean

Tasks: Our Cat Care and Cage Cleaning volunteers are responsible for making sure the cats are in a clean, comfortable, and safe environment. Volunteers will do so by feeding the cats (following feeding chart), providing fresh water, cleaning their cages and litter boxes, providing cats with toys, and providing them with the proper enrichment, bedding, and care.

Requirements: Volunteers will need to attend orientation before they can begin.

Agency: Lake Humane Society

Objectives: Our ultimate objective is to increase the chances of our cats to be adopted, in a shorter amount of time through socialization, while living in a safe, healthy and sanitary environment until they find their FUR-ever home! Additional objectives are to: Provide exercise, and stimulation to reduce stress. Become comfortable with human contact by providing human interaction. Keep the cats healthy by making sure their environment is sanitary and clean

Tasks: Our Cat Care and Cage Cleaning volunteers are responsible for making sure the cats are in a clean, comfortable, and safe environment. Volunteers will do so by feeding the cats (following feeding chart), providing fresh water, cleaning their cages and litter boxes, providing cats with toys, and providing them with the proper enrichment, bedding, and care.

Requirements: Volunteers will need to attend orientation before they can begin.

Agency: Lake Humane Society

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44060

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Technology Facilitator

From Me 2 U is seeking facilitators for our Working On Me Club to facilitate photography, pod/videocasting, architectural/interior design, coding, and entrepreneurship workshops. 

Each workshop is 1.5 hours in length and the population is middle/jr. high school youth. Club runs from 10am -3pm, but the facilitator does not have to facilitate every workshop. 

Agency: From Me 2 U, Inc

From Me 2 U is seeking facilitators for our Working On Me Club to facilitate photography, pod/videocasting, architectural/interior design, coding, and entrepreneurship workshops. 

Each workshop is 1.5 hours in length and the population is middle/jr. high school youth. Club runs from 10am -3pm, but the facilitator does not have to facilitate every workshop. 

Agency: From Me 2 U, Inc

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44120

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: International Services: Regional Restoring Family Links Lead 

The RFL program serves clients, through casework and outreach, who have been separated from family members internationally due to armed conflict, migration, disasters, or other humanitarian emergencies. 

 Duties: Will manage and supervise the regional Restoring Family Links (RFL) program for the Northern Ohio Region. (*Due to the predominant location of resettlement agencies, much of this work will be in the Greater Cleveland and Akron area.*)  

 This position manages and leads casework and outreach volunteers and will serve as subject matter expert in this program for the region. Casework can include delivery of Red Cross messages, responding to tracing inquiries and providing information and referral services.  Outreach will help inform community of services and maintain partnerships with community partners. 

 Commitment: Approximately 4-6 per week, schedule flexible. 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

The RFL program serves clients, through casework and outreach, who have been separated from family members internationally due to armed conflict, migration, disasters, or other humanitarian emergencies. 

 Duties: Will manage and supervise the regional Restoring Family Links (RFL) program for the Northern Ohio Region. (*Due to the predominant location of resettlement agencies, much of this work will be in the Greater Cleveland and Akron area.*)  

 This position manages and leads casework and outreach volunteers and will serve as subject matter expert in this program for the region. Casework can include delivery of Red Cross messages, responding to tracing inquiries and providing information and referral services.  Outreach will help inform community of services and maintain partnerships with community partners. 

 Commitment: Approximately 4-6 per week, schedule flexible. 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Basic Level Instructor 

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is the body of law that applies during times of armed conflict and seeks to protect persons who are not or are no longer participating in the armed conflict and to restrict the means and methods of warfare.  

Duties: Basic Level Instructors facilitate presentations to interested individuals (those looking for an introduction to IHL or are curious how the American Red Cross works with IHL).  

Commitment: 10-12 hours a month to plan, facilitate, and report IHL outreach and classes within their region. 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is the body of law that applies during times of armed conflict and seeks to protect persons who are not or are no longer participating in the armed conflict and to restrict the means and methods of warfare.  

Duties: Basic Level Instructors facilitate presentations to interested individuals (those looking for an introduction to IHL or are curious how the American Red Cross works with IHL).  

Commitment: 10-12 hours a month to plan, facilitate, and report IHL outreach and classes within their region. 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Services to the Armed Forces: Hero Care Regional Family Contact Volunteer 

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Duties: Ensure that military families know they are supported during the critical times of entering the military and preparing for deployment. Support and assist with the full range of client services to military members, veterans, and their families, to include: emergency communications; information and referral; access to financial assistance; and family follow-up services.  

Commitment: 1 day a week with flexible work hours.  

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

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Duties: Ensure that military families know they are supported during the critical times of entering the military and preparing for deployment. Support and assist with the full range of client services to military members, veterans, and their families, to include: emergency communications; information and referral; access to financial assistance; and family follow-up services.  

Commitment: 1 day a week with flexible work hours.  

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Services to the Armed Forces: Adult ReConnection Workshop Facilitator VIRTUAL 

Duties: Provide virtual workshops to military members, veterans and their families. Topics included dealing with stress, coping with depression and managing conflict. 

Qualifications: Must be an independently licensed mental health professional, holding a current & unencumbered license. 

Commitment: Varies based on requests received. 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Duties: Provide virtual workshops to military members, veterans and their families. Topics included dealing with stress, coping with depression and managing conflict. 

Qualifications: Must be an independently licensed mental health professional, holding a current & unencumbered license. 

Commitment: Varies based on requests received. 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help During a National Disaster - Shelter Service Associate

Be ready to help your local community! Due to predictions for an active hurricane and wildfire season and the complexities of COVID-19, the Red Cross will need thousands of volunteers to care for people when disasters strike. Train now so you can answer the call when your community needs it most!

Purpose The Shelter Service Associate is a temporary position assigned to work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event. Shelter Service Associates complete tasks necessary for shelter operations and provide assistance for disaster clients. Shelter Service Associates support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter. Responsibilities Following worker safety procedures for working in a COVID environment Embodying the fundamental principles of the American Red Cross in their work with clients, disaster responders and partners Providing excellent client service and support the daily maintenance of the shelter operation at the direction of the assigned Shelter Supervisor Using the Shift Tool during the disaster event to report availability and schedule shelter shifts Completing the required virtual self-paced training Time Commitment Deploy for a minimum of 14 days working 8 or 12 hour shifts Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Ability to build appropriate and effective relationships with co-workers and shelter residents. Ability to support and correct performance, manage conflict and ask for help early on so that workflow and service delivery does not impact shelter residents or the shelter community. Demonstrates clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication. Lift / carry 20 lbs. multiple times/shift. Stand and or sit for two-hour periods and walk for two miles during a shift. Walk on uneven terrain. Work outdoors in inclement weather, extreme heat and/or humidity and/or extreme cold. Climb two or more flights of stairs. Speak clearly on phone and in person. Work for long periods on computer and/or reading small print and/or writing. Drive in daytime and at night Willing to complete required virtual self-paced training

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Be ready to help your local community! Due to predictions for an active hurricane and wildfire season and the complexities of COVID-19, the Red Cross will need thousands of volunteers to care for people when disasters strike. Train now so you can answer the call when your community needs it most!

Purpose The Shelter Service Associate is a temporary position assigned to work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event. Shelter Service Associates complete tasks necessary for shelter operations and provide assistance for disaster clients. Shelter Service Associates support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter. Responsibilities Following worker safety procedures for working in a COVID environment Embodying the fundamental principles of the American Red Cross in their work with clients, disaster responders and partners Providing excellent client service and support the daily maintenance of the shelter operation at the direction of the assigned Shelter Supervisor Using the Shift Tool during the disaster event to report availability and schedule shelter shifts Completing the required virtual self-paced training Time Commitment Deploy for a minimum of 14 days working 8 or 12 hour shifts Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Ability to build appropriate and effective relationships with co-workers and shelter residents. Ability to support and correct performance, manage conflict and ask for help early on so that workflow and service delivery does not impact shelter residents or the shelter community. Demonstrates clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication. Lift / carry 20 lbs. multiple times/shift. Stand and or sit for two-hour periods and walk for two miles during a shift. Walk on uneven terrain. Work outdoors in inclement weather, extreme heat and/or humidity and/or extreme cold. Climb two or more flights of stairs. Speak clearly on phone and in person. Work for long periods on computer and/or reading small print and/or writing. Drive in daytime and at night Willing to complete required virtual self-paced training

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help During a National Disaster - Disaster Health Services Associate

Be ready to help your local community! Due to predictions for an active hurricane and wildfire season and the complexities of COVID-19, the Red Cross will need thousands of volunteers to care for people when disasters strike. Train now so you can answer the call when your community needs it most!

Purpose Disaster Health Services Service Associate is a temporary position assigned to work in person before, during and/or after a disaster event this hurricane/wildfire season. Volunteers in this role provide assistance and healthcare to shelter residents as needed. Responsibilities Provide hands on care for shelter clients to include but not limited to assistance with activities of daily living, wound care, incontinence care, assistance with functional needs. Provide health education, health assessments and determination if a higher level of care is needed. Assist clients to replace medications, durable medical equipment or consumable medical supplies. Advocate for client needs with Disaster Health Services supervisor. Support maternal and child needs as necessary. Complete required virtual self-paced training required for the position Time Commitment Deploy for a minimum of 14 days working 8- or 12-hour shifts Qualifications

Required qualifications:

A current, unencumbered license in at least one of the following professions:
Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)* Paramedic* Medical Doctor (MD) Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) Physician Assistant (PA) Nurse Practitioner (NP) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Minimum 18 years of age Willing and able to volunteer in person in a COVID -19 disaster shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event Willing to complete 4 hours of virtual self-paced training required for position

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Be ready to help your local community! Due to predictions for an active hurricane and wildfire season and the complexities of COVID-19, the Red Cross will need thousands of volunteers to care for people when disasters strike. Train now so you can answer the call when your community needs it most!

Purpose Disaster Health Services Service Associate is a temporary position assigned to work in person before, during and/or after a disaster event this hurricane/wildfire season. Volunteers in this role provide assistance and healthcare to shelter residents as needed. Responsibilities Provide hands on care for shelter clients to include but not limited to assistance with activities of daily living, wound care, incontinence care, assistance with functional needs. Provide health education, health assessments and determination if a higher level of care is needed. Assist clients to replace medications, durable medical equipment or consumable medical supplies. Advocate for client needs with Disaster Health Services supervisor. Support maternal and child needs as necessary. Complete required virtual self-paced training required for the position Time Commitment Deploy for a minimum of 14 days working 8- or 12-hour shifts Qualifications

Required qualifications:

A current, unencumbered license in at least one of the following professions:
Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)* Paramedic* Medical Doctor (MD) Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) Physician Assistant (PA) Nurse Practitioner (NP) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Minimum 18 years of age Willing and able to volunteer in person in a COVID -19 disaster shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event Willing to complete 4 hours of virtual self-paced training required for position

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Disaster Response (Disaster Action Team Member)

Duties: Every day people are forced from their homes due to fires, storms and other disasters. You can be part of a team that helps and responds to these emergencies. From offering a caring and compassionate ear, to meeting the disaster-caused needs of individuals and households, such as lodging and clothing, and connecting them with long term recovery services, our volunteers ensure that families don’t have to face tough times alone. 

Requirements and Commitment: Must be age 18+, commit to 24 on-call volunteer hours per month and training to serve in the role. 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Duties: Every day people are forced from their homes due to fires, storms and other disasters. You can be part of a team that helps and responds to these emergencies. From offering a caring and compassionate ear, to meeting the disaster-caused needs of individuals and households, such as lodging and clothing, and connecting them with long term recovery services, our volunteers ensure that families don’t have to face tough times alone. 

Requirements and Commitment: Must be age 18+, commit to 24 on-call volunteer hours per month and training to serve in the role. 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Blood Transportation Specialist

Duties: Blood Transportation Specialists are needed in order to continue delivering lifesaving blood to those in need. Volunteers are needed to drive donations from blood drives to our labs, and from storage facilities to hospitals throughout their community. 

Commitment: Minimum commitment of 2 volunteer shifts per month, 4-6 hours per shift 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Duties: Blood Transportation Specialists are needed in order to continue delivering lifesaving blood to those in need. Volunteers are needed to drive donations from blood drives to our labs, and from storage facilities to hospitals throughout their community. 

Commitment: Minimum commitment of 2 volunteer shifts per month, 4-6 hours per shift 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Blood Drive Volunteer (Donor Ambassador)

Duties: Ensure that blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave.  During a blood drive, whether you’re greeting donors, supporting safety protocols, answering questions or thanking them for their donation, your courtesy and professionalism will create a favorable impression that encourages ongoing donor support.    

Requirements and Commitment: Must be age 16+, commit to 1-2 shifts (4-6 hours) a month. Flexible schedule - volunteers get to choose which blood drives to staff! 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Duties: Ensure that blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave.  During a blood drive, whether you’re greeting donors, supporting safety protocols, answering questions or thanking them for their donation, your courtesy and professionalism will create a favorable impression that encourages ongoing donor support.    

Requirements and Commitment: Must be age 16+, commit to 1-2 shifts (4-6 hours) a month. Flexible schedule - volunteers get to choose which blood drives to staff! 

Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Presenter

Purpose:

It’s important for people living with mental health conditions to know that they are not alone. Sharing a story about your mental health challenges can help in your own recovery as well as offer encouragement and support to others with similar experiences. Sharing your story also helps promote understanding and empathy to those without mental illness.

NAMI has developed multiple presentations to help you in sharing your story in your community.

NAMI Ending the Silence  is a presentation designed for middle and high school students, school staff and parents or guardians  of middle- or  high-school-aged youth. Audiences learn  about the signs and symptoms of mental health conditions, how to recognize the early warning signs and the importance of acknowledging those warning signs. NAMI  In Our Own Voice  is a presentation for the general public to promote awareness of mental health conditions  and recovery. This program is also available in Spanish, En Nuestra Propia Voz de NAMI. NAMI Compartiendo Esperanza  is a bilingual presentation for Latino communities designed to promote mental health awareness, explore signs and symptoms of mental health conditions and highlight how and where to find help. NAMI Sharing Hope  is a presentation for African American communities designed to promote mental health awareness, explore signs and symptoms of mental health conditions and highlight how and where to find help. NAMI Smarts for Advocacy  is a hands-on advocacy training program that helps people living with mental illness, friends and family transform their passion and lived experience into skillful grassroots advocacy.

You have an authentic voice. You can make a difference for yourself and others by sharing your experiences and perspective.

You are not alone. Let others know they aren't either.

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Purpose:

It’s important for people living with mental health conditions to know that they are not alone. Sharing a story about your mental health challenges can help in your own recovery as well as offer encouragement and support to others with similar experiences. Sharing your story also helps promote understanding and empathy to those without mental illness.

NAMI has developed multiple presentations to help you in sharing your story in your community.

NAMI Ending the Silence  is a presentation designed for middle and high school students, school staff and parents or guardians  of middle- or  high-school-aged youth. Audiences learn  about the signs and symptoms of mental health conditions, how to recognize the early warning signs and the importance of acknowledging those warning signs. NAMI  In Our Own Voice  is a presentation for the general public to promote awareness of mental health conditions  and recovery. This program is also available in Spanish, En Nuestra Propia Voz de NAMI. NAMI Compartiendo Esperanza  is a bilingual presentation for Latino communities designed to promote mental health awareness, explore signs and symptoms of mental health conditions and highlight how and where to find help. NAMI Sharing Hope  is a presentation for African American communities designed to promote mental health awareness, explore signs and symptoms of mental health conditions and highlight how and where to find help. NAMI Smarts for Advocacy  is a hands-on advocacy training program that helps people living with mental illness, friends and family transform their passion and lived experience into skillful grassroots advocacy.

You have an authentic voice. You can make a difference for yourself and others by sharing your experiences and perspective.

You are not alone. Let others know they aren't either.

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44077

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Teacher/Speaker

Purpose:

The Volunteer Teacher/Speaker will complete NAMI training and certification. He/she will present NAMI signature programming and/or his/her personal mental health journey in a virtual, classroom, or auditorium setting.

Requirements:

An interest and commitment to the NAMI Lake County, OH mission Must be willing and able to complete corresponding training and certification through NAMI Ohio - which may/may not include travel to Columbus, OH Must have a well-managed mental-health condition, or have a family member with a mental health condition Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner Must be dependable and punctual Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public Must be comfortable with speaking in front of an audience Respect and maintain confidentiality of NAMI Lake County, OH volunteers, partners, and donors

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Purpose:

The Volunteer Teacher/Speaker will complete NAMI training and certification. He/she will present NAMI signature programming and/or his/her personal mental health journey in a virtual, classroom, or auditorium setting.

Requirements:

An interest and commitment to the NAMI Lake County, OH mission Must be willing and able to complete corresponding training and certification through NAMI Ohio - which may/may not include travel to Columbus, OH Must have a well-managed mental-health condition, or have a family member with a mental health condition Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner Must be dependable and punctual Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public Must be comfortable with speaking in front of an audience Respect and maintain confidentiality of NAMI Lake County, OH volunteers, partners, and donors

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44077

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Program Support

Purpose:

The Volunteer Program Support person will perform a variety of tasks related to the planning, orchestration and presentation of NAMI Lake County, OH programming. This position helps to extend the resources in the NAMI Lake County, OH to better assist and direct the needs of our community members.

Requirements:

An interest and commitment to the NAMI Lake County, OH mission Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner Must be dependable and punctual Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented Respect and maintain confidentiality of NAMI Lake County, OH volunteers, partners, and donors Computer skills are desired, but not necessary Light physical duties may be required Previous experience of working or volunteering in the not-for-profit is desirable but not essential

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Purpose:

The Volunteer Program Support person will perform a variety of tasks related to the planning, orchestration and presentation of NAMI Lake County, OH programming. This position helps to extend the resources in the NAMI Lake County, OH to better assist and direct the needs of our community members.

Requirements:

An interest and commitment to the NAMI Lake County, OH mission Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner Must be dependable and punctual Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented Respect and maintain confidentiality of NAMI Lake County, OH volunteers, partners, and donors Computer skills are desired, but not necessary Light physical duties may be required Previous experience of working or volunteering in the not-for-profit is desirable but not essential

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44077

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Administrative Support

Purpose:

The Volunteer Administrative Support person will perform a variety of tasks depending on project deadlines in the NAMI Lake County, OH office. This position helps to extend the resources in the NAMI Lake County, OH to better assist and direct the needs of our community members.

Requirements:

An interest and commitment to the NAMI Lake County, OH mission Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner Must be dependable and punctual Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented Respect and maintain confidentiality of NAMI Lake County, OH volunteers, partners, and donors Computer skills are desired, but not necessary Previous experience of working or volunteering in the not-for-profit is desirable but not essential

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Purpose:

The Volunteer Administrative Support person will perform a variety of tasks depending on project deadlines in the NAMI Lake County, OH office. This position helps to extend the resources in the NAMI Lake County, OH to better assist and direct the needs of our community members.

Requirements:

An interest and commitment to the NAMI Lake County, OH mission Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner Must be dependable and punctual Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented Respect and maintain confidentiality of NAMI Lake County, OH volunteers, partners, and donors Computer skills are desired, but not necessary Previous experience of working or volunteering in the not-for-profit is desirable but not essential

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44077

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Fundraiser

Purpose:

To help promote and source support for NAMI Lake County, OH's two major fundraising events: NAMIWalks and Strikes for Awareness.

Requirements:

An interest and commitment to the NAMI Lake County, OH mission Must present a professional appearance and a friendly and persuasive manner Excellent written and verbal skills Self-motivated Strategic and thorough in recording details Excellent organizational and administrative skills Experience of managing simple databases in Excel is desirable but not essential Excellent attention to detail Previous experience of working or volunteering in the not-for-profit is desirable but not essential Previous experience in fundraising is desirable but not essential

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Purpose:

To help promote and source support for NAMI Lake County, OH's two major fundraising events: NAMIWalks and Strikes for Awareness.

Requirements:

An interest and commitment to the NAMI Lake County, OH mission Must present a professional appearance and a friendly and persuasive manner Excellent written and verbal skills Self-motivated Strategic and thorough in recording details Excellent organizational and administrative skills Experience of managing simple databases in Excel is desirable but not essential Excellent attention to detail Previous experience of working or volunteering in the not-for-profit is desirable but not essential Previous experience in fundraising is desirable but not essential

Agency: NAMI Lake County, OH

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44077

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Program Evaluator

Position is responsible for completing both formative and summative evaluations of internal and external community and school‐ based programs and initiatives.  May work with school community and agency administrators, instructional coordinators, building administrators, and teachers to plan and conduct all aspects of these evaluations.

Review professional literature on educational research and report to appropriate staff members on findings related to topics of interest in the school division. Present evaluation results in a report format to the leadership team as appropriate. Assist administrators in developing and conducting agency evaluations including guidance in developing evaluation instruments, evaluation procedures and conducting data analysis.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

Design survey instruments to use in program evaluations. Design, conduct and report results of program evaluations and longitudinal studies. Collect data through various means such as classroom observations, survey instruments, student assessments Analyze data collected as part of program evaluations and develop reports, including program recommendations. Respond to requests for data or information from other offices or school personnel. Provide leadership and assistance to schools and departments in planning, designing and conducting program evaluation activities. Provide leadership regarding effective evaluation models, methods, and systems. Conduct and develop literature reviews related to educational research, evaluation, and assessment at the direction of the superintendent and/or the assistant superintendent for the department or as needed for projects. Collaborate with leadership to plan program evaluations. Work collaboratively with leadership on how to use and interpret data. Develop evaluation plans for completing formative and summative program evaluations. Participate in office staff meetings. Proofread office documents. Perform related work as required.

Agency: From Me 2 U, Inc

Position is responsible for completing both formative and summative evaluations of internal and external community and school‐ based programs and initiatives.  May work with school community and agency administrators, instructional coordinators, building administrators, and teachers to plan and conduct all aspects of these evaluations.

Review professional literature on educational research and report to appropriate staff members on findings related to topics of interest in the school division. Present evaluation results in a report format to the leadership team as appropriate. Assist administrators in developing and conducting agency evaluations including guidance in developing evaluation instruments, evaluation procedures and conducting data analysis.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

Design survey instruments to use in program evaluations. Design, conduct and report results of program evaluations and longitudinal studies. Collect data through various means such as classroom observations, survey instruments, student assessments Analyze data collected as part of program evaluations and develop reports, including program recommendations. Respond to requests for data or information from other offices or school personnel. Provide leadership and assistance to schools and departments in planning, designing and conducting program evaluation activities. Provide leadership regarding effective evaluation models, methods, and systems. Conduct and develop literature reviews related to educational research, evaluation, and assessment at the direction of the superintendent and/or the assistant superintendent for the department or as needed for projects. Collaborate with leadership to plan program evaluations. Work collaboratively with leadership on how to use and interpret data. Develop evaluation plans for completing formative and summative program evaluations. Participate in office staff meetings. Proofread office documents. Perform related work as required.

Agency: From Me 2 U, Inc

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44120

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: American Red Cross

American Red Cross is looking for volunteers in Geauga County to become Donor Ambassadors.  As a Donor Ambassador, you will help to provide excellent and professional customer service to enhance the donor experience.  

Agency: RSVP- Geauga County

American Red Cross is looking for volunteers in Geauga County to become Donor Ambassadors.  As a Donor Ambassador, you will help to provide excellent and professional customer service to enhance the donor experience.  

Agency: RSVP- Geauga County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: American Red Cross

American Red Cross is in need of volunteers to join the Disaster Action Team, providing comfort and assistance to neighbors in the time of disaster. Volunteers respond day and night to meet the immediate needs of their neighbors. Shifts are on an 'on-call' basis. 

Agency: RSVP- Geauga County

American Red Cross is in need of volunteers to join the Disaster Action Team, providing comfort and assistance to neighbors in the time of disaster. Volunteers respond day and night to meet the immediate needs of their neighbors. Shifts are on an 'on-call' basis. 

Agency: RSVP- Geauga County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: WomenSafe

RSVP is looking for senior volunteers to join the team at the Resale Shoppe, benefiting WomenSafe.  Duties include running the cash register, sorting and pricing donations, organizing materials, and DOING GOOD THINGS! 100% of the proceeds from the Resale Shoppe support their mission of providing emergency shelter and support services to survivors of domestic violence throughout Northeast Ohio.  

Agency: RSVP- Geauga County

RSVP is looking for senior volunteers to join the team at the Resale Shoppe, benefiting WomenSafe.  Duties include running the cash register, sorting and pricing donations, organizing materials, and DOING GOOD THINGS! 100% of the proceeds from the Resale Shoppe support their mission of providing emergency shelter and support services to survivors of domestic violence throughout Northeast Ohio.  

Agency: RSVP- Geauga County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44026

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: The Depot

It's cold now, but summertime is around the corner! As part of Middlefield Historical Society, The Depot is an old-fashioned 1930's ice cream parlor featuring fountain drinks, ice cream sodas and more. Being completely run by volunteers, they are in need of summertime help beginning June 1st. If you are looking for a light-hearted, flexible volunteer opportunity, contact me for details! 

Agency: RSVP- Geauga County

It's cold now, but summertime is around the corner! As part of Middlefield Historical Society, The Depot is an old-fashioned 1930's ice cream parlor featuring fountain drinks, ice cream sodas and more. Being completely run by volunteers, they are in need of summertime help beginning June 1st. If you are looking for a light-hearted, flexible volunteer opportunity, contact me for details! 

Agency: RSVP- Geauga County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44062

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Online meeting facilitator volunteer

Be trained on how to serve as an online meeting volunteer, helping individuals seeking independence from their addictive and problematic behavior. We all know family members, friends, spouses, professional peers and colleagues who have been adversely impacted by some form of addiction, as well as those who have lost their lives or loved ones because of it.

Volunteers are NOT required to be a professional in the addiction recovery industry or have had to have had a personal life experience with addiction.  Our SMART training programs will provide the necessary skills, knowledge, and tools to teach how to be an effective meeting facilitator, capable of handling small and larger groups of individuals.

Online meeting volunteers can work from home, library or any location that provides wifi/internet access.  We use Zoom meetings to allow people to connect to our SMART 24x7x365 online meetings.

Agency: SMART Recovery USA, Inc.

Be trained on how to serve as an online meeting volunteer, helping individuals seeking independence from their addictive and problematic behavior. We all know family members, friends, spouses, professional peers and colleagues who have been adversely impacted by some form of addiction, as well as those who have lost their lives or loved ones because of it.

Volunteers are NOT required to be a professional in the addiction recovery industry or have had to have had a personal life experience with addiction.  Our SMART training programs will provide the necessary skills, knowledge, and tools to teach how to be an effective meeting facilitator, capable of handling small and larger groups of individuals.

Online meeting volunteers can work from home, library or any location that provides wifi/internet access.  We use Zoom meetings to allow people to connect to our SMART 24x7x365 online meetings.

Agency: SMART Recovery USA, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44060

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Face to face meeting facilitator volunteer

Be trained on how to serve as a face to face or online meeting volunteer, helping individuals seeking independence from their addictive and problematic behavior. We all know family members, friends, spouses, professional peers and colleagues who have been adversely impacted by some form of addiction, as well as those who have lost their lives or loved ones because of it.

Volunteers are NOT required to be a professional in the addiction recovery industry or have had to have had a personal life experience with addiction.  Our SMART training programs will provide the necessary skills, knowledge, and tools to teach how to be an effective meeting facilitator, capable of handling small and larger groups of individuals.

The meeting location will be determined by space availability in your preferred market area. 

Agency: SMART Recovery USA, Inc.

Be trained on how to serve as a face to face or online meeting volunteer, helping individuals seeking independence from their addictive and problematic behavior. We all know family members, friends, spouses, professional peers and colleagues who have been adversely impacted by some form of addiction, as well as those who have lost their lives or loved ones because of it.

Volunteers are NOT required to be a professional in the addiction recovery industry or have had to have had a personal life experience with addiction.  Our SMART training programs will provide the necessary skills, knowledge, and tools to teach how to be an effective meeting facilitator, capable of handling small and larger groups of individuals.

The meeting location will be determined by space availability in your preferred market area. 

Agency: SMART Recovery USA, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44060

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Resale Shoppe Volunteer

The Resale Shoppe is a thrift store run by volunteers and all of the proceeds go back to WomenSafe Inc. and those we help each day.

Volunteers are needed to work in the shoppe for a 3-4 hour shift one day a week.

Volunteers help with the following tasks:
-Sorting through donations
-Running the cash register
-Helping customers
-Restocking the store with donations
-and much more!

The Shoppe is open the following days and times:

Tuesday: 10-5 pm

Wednesday: 10-5 pm

Thursday: 10-7 pm

Friday: 10-5 pm

Saturday: 10-4 pm

Agency: WomenSafe Inc.

The Resale Shoppe is a thrift store run by volunteers and all of the proceeds go back to WomenSafe Inc. and those we help each day.

Volunteers are needed to work in the shoppe for a 3-4 hour shift one day a week.

Volunteers help with the following tasks:
-Sorting through donations
-Running the cash register
-Helping customers
-Restocking the store with donations
-and much more!

The Shoppe is open the following days and times:

Tuesday: 10-5 pm

Wednesday: 10-5 pm

Thursday: 10-7 pm

Friday: 10-5 pm

Saturday: 10-4 pm

Agency: WomenSafe Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44026

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Marketing Volunteer

Do you have experience with marketing? Would you like to use your skills to make a difference? Then this volunteer opportunity is for you!

WomenSafe is seeking a creative Marketing volunteer to assist our Development Director with utilizing social media and other mediums to spread awareness about our services, upcoming events and attract potential donors/volunteers. Help us grow an online community, improve our current marketing strategy, and develop a profitable fundraising campaign.

Flexible schedule, with opportunities to volunteer from home.

Agency: WomenSafe Inc.

Do you have experience with marketing? Would you like to use your skills to make a difference? Then this volunteer opportunity is for you!

WomenSafe is seeking a creative Marketing volunteer to assist our Development Director with utilizing social media and other mediums to spread awareness about our services, upcoming events and attract potential donors/volunteers. Help us grow an online community, improve our current marketing strategy, and develop a profitable fundraising campaign.

Flexible schedule, with opportunities to volunteer from home.

Agency: WomenSafe Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44024

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Turn Markers into Energy - Crayola Colorcycle

An amazing program devised to repurpose used markers rather than sending them to landfills.  The ColorCycle program has repurposed more than 70 tons of expended markers in the United States and Canada since 2013.   It uses the most advanced plastic conversation technologies available today to make wax compounds for asphalt and roofing shingles as well as generate electricity that can be used to heat homes, cook food, and power vehicles. 

Lakeland's Project SEARCH students placed collection boxes all over campus and will champion this project.  Please support our efforts by collecting used markers and drop them in the collection boxes.     Don't throw out that marker - ColorCycle it! 

Agency: Lakeland Community College

An amazing program devised to repurpose used markers rather than sending them to landfills.  The ColorCycle program has repurposed more than 70 tons of expended markers in the United States and Canada since 2013.   It uses the most advanced plastic conversation technologies available today to make wax compounds for asphalt and roofing shingles as well as generate electricity that can be used to heat homes, cook food, and power vehicles. 

Lakeland's Project SEARCH students placed collection boxes all over campus and will champion this project.  Please support our efforts by collecting used markers and drop them in the collection boxes.     Don't throw out that marker - ColorCycle it! 

Agency: Lakeland Community College

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44094

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Friendly Visitor

A Friendly Visitor provides companionship to the resident and valuable information to the resident’s guardian through monthly visits.   While visiting, the volunteer may talk, share stories, take walks, play cards, or enjoy other interests with the resident.  The volunteer writes brief summaries of visits and other activities and reports findings to the guardian. 

Agency: Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry's Guardianship Services

A Friendly Visitor provides companionship to the resident and valuable information to the resident’s guardian through monthly visits.   While visiting, the volunteer may talk, share stories, take walks, play cards, or enjoy other interests with the resident.  The volunteer writes brief summaries of visits and other activities and reports findings to the guardian. 

Agency: Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry's Guardianship Services

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44103

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Lakeland's Project SEARCH - Pop/Pull Tab Collection Site for Ronald McDonald House

Pull Tab Program at Lakeland - Ongoing Collection by Lakeland's Project SEARCH Student Interns  Containers can be found all over Lakeland - Look for them in the  Athletic Fitness Center, Breakers Cafeteria, PT Faculty Offices, FT Faculty Offices, if you wish to donate pull tabs and cannot locate a container call: Mary Brown @ 440.525.7824    In 2017, we helped Ronald McDonald House  collect more than 15,500 pounds of aluminum tabs, generating more than $6,975 in recycling revenue. 

How does it work?

We collect aluminum pull tabs from any container (soda pop, soup, pet food, etc.) and work with a local recycler to turn those tabs into money for the Ronald McDonald House Family Fund. This fund helps support the families that stay at RMH by providing meals and items for families, assistance in emergencies, and giving families special moments – like small gifts for children if they have a birthday while at the House. 

Why do you only collect the tab? 
Tabs are easier to store than whole cans in our limited space. Also, tabs are more sanitary than the entire can, which is important in keeping our facility clean and healthy for RMH  guests. 

How much do you receive for the tabs? 

After the tabs are collected, our local recycler picks up the tabs and brings them to their processing facility, where they are weighed to determine their value (values can vary significantly). The recycling center then sends RMH a check for the total value. 

 

Agency: Ronald McDonald House Cleveland

Pull Tab Program at Lakeland - Ongoing Collection by Lakeland's Project SEARCH Student Interns  Containers can be found all over Lakeland - Look for them in the  Athletic Fitness Center, Breakers Cafeteria, PT Faculty Offices, FT Faculty Offices, if you wish to donate pull tabs and cannot locate a container call: Mary Brown @ 440.525.7824    In 2017, we helped Ronald McDonald House  collect more than 15,500 pounds of aluminum tabs, generating more than $6,975 in recycling revenue. 

How does it work?

We collect aluminum pull tabs from any container (soda pop, soup, pet food, etc.) and work with a local recycler to turn those tabs into money for the Ronald McDonald House Family Fund. This fund helps support the families that stay at RMH by providing meals and items for families, assistance in emergencies, and giving families special moments – like small gifts for children if they have a birthday while at the House. 

Why do you only collect the tab? 
Tabs are easier to store than whole cans in our limited space. Also, tabs are more sanitary than the entire can, which is important in keeping our facility clean and healthy for RMH  guests. 

How much do you receive for the tabs? 

After the tabs are collected, our local recycler picks up the tabs and brings them to their processing facility, where they are weighed to determine their value (values can vary significantly). The recycling center then sends RMH a check for the total value. 

 

Agency: Ronald McDonald House Cleveland

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 44094

Allow Groups: No