The Mattapoisett Council on Aging is always looking for volunteers to serve in a variety of capacities. We are always looking for Front Desk and Administrative Volunteers (see descriptions below). However, if you have a hobby, talent or new idea you would like to share, please give us a call. Keep in mind that individuals over 60 may be able to take advantage of the Senior Abatement (“Work-off).
Front Desk Volunteer
Description: The Front Desk Volunteer is often the very first face-to-face contact a person has with the Mattapoisett Social and Wellness Center. Thus, it is important that these volunteers present the Center as inviting.
Requirements: Volunteers must have neat appearance, speak audibly for clients to hear and have the ability to sit for long periods of time.
Duties: Greets all visitors and requires that they sign in upon entering the building. Checks to be sure those signed in have appropriately designated the reason for their visit. Requires all visitors to sign out.
Supervision: Provided by the Executive Director or designated Staff.
Administrative Volunteer
Description: The Administrative Volunteer is often the very first telephone contact a person has with the Mattapoisett Social and Wellness Center. Thus, it is important that these volunteers present the Center as inviting and active. Administrative Volunteers are often busy with multiple tasks including brewing fresh pots of coffee, greeting visitors, answering phones and performing other tasks as necessary.
Requirements: Volunteers must have neat appearance, speak audibly for clients to hear and the ability to work well with staff and clients alike.
Duties: Greets visitors and keeps fresh coffee and hot water for tea available to visitors. Answers phones and directs calls as appropriate. Assists clients in signing up for activities and refers clients, when appropriate, to staff. Assists in simple administrative tasks when necessary.
Supervision: Provided by the Executive Director or designated Staff.
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