Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Volunteer will assist with taking meal orders, food preparation and serving, and kitchen clean up. Compassion, sensitivity, home kitchen experience are important. Volunteers do not need to cook a full meal but should be able to handle short-order lunch and breakfast requests. 2 hours per meal, volunteers will determine their frequency of service (weekly, biweekly, monthly or as a sub). Sunday breakfast & Saturday lunch are particular, ongoing needs.

Respect for confidentiality is a must. Orientation & training, shadowing and in-service programs. Interview, references, background check, driver's license check and other agency-specific forms required.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Vermont Respite House

We need volunteers who are free at these times Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Morning X X Afternoon X Evening X Occasional Weekly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (55+) Volunteers will work with the following groups Adults (26-54) Older Adults (55+) Families / Parents Young Adults (18-25) This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Hospice Care Health We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Food Preparation / Delivery Meal Preparation / Serving

Contact Person: Susan Abell, Volunteer Coordinator, (802) 860-4497 x5035, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

99 Allen Brook Lane Williston, VT 05495 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.vnacares.org

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	Susan Abell
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	No
Number of volunteers needed:
	2 or 3 volunteers per meal
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	minimum 6 month commitment to weekly or bi-weekly shift
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	16
What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult?
	14
Is parking available?
	Yes
Is there a cost for parking?
	free
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	No
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	Yes
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Yes
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	No
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), References, Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI), Driver's License Verification, Confidentiality Statement
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	No
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden County

Last updated on October 20, 2009