ASSIGNMENT DETAILS:
Interact with the public with a friendly & courteous disposition.
Greet those who come to the tables and cheerfully elicit donations (which is the only way money can be accepted - no suggested prices or use of the word "sale" is permitted).
Possess knowledge of our mission & three pillars (advocacy, counseling, and outreach) and provide accurate responses to inquiries related to these areas.
Local/VERMONT residents are preferred for this role. While working at the Welcome Center, you are representing VT, and being familiarized with the area helps provide personalized assistance rather than simply giving out brochures. We kindly request that you direct visitors to the Welcome Center staff for further information & directions.
Please confirm your availability with the volunteer coordinator to prevent duplicates and maximize our resources.
VOLUNTEER GUIDELINES & CONDUCT:
NO SMOKING OR VAPING allowed at the picnic shed where RUCK-UP will be set up. Smoking is allowed in designated areas only.
NO SOLICITATION allowed. Volunteers must stay within the picnic shed and not hand out brochures to people in other areas of the Welcome Center.
You must WEAR GLOVES when handling food.
Sharing "war stories" is not appropriate and is highly discouraged
Offensive language will not be tolerated.​
Dress code is smart casual. This means wearing clean, professional attire that shows you care about your appearance and the agencies you represent.​
Children must be accompanied by an adult.​
No PETS.​
Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own chair.Â
DIRECTIONS:
Access to the Welcome Center is from I-91 Northbound ONLY.
Travel south on I-91 from Brattleboro to EXIT 28 - Bernardston MA.
TURN LEFT at end of ramp.
Go across BRIDGE.
TAKE LEFT for I-91 N ramp.
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VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR:
Pam S.
802-824-5900