Community Support Volunteer

Position Summary:

The Community Support Volunteer supports Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) by raising awareness, supporting our mission, and strengthening our impact in the community. Community Support Volunteer opportunities occur on a rolling basis and may include the responsibilities outlined below, all performed under the direction and supervision of GESMN staff.

Schedule & Time Commitment

• Once approved to volunteer, Program Support Volunteers self-schedule their shifts based on organizational needs and volunteer preference.
• Shifts may occur in-person or virtually, based on program needs.
• Shifts typically span 2-4 hours depending on scheduling preferences.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Event Support

  • Support event setup, activities, guest registration, wayfinding, hospitality, and event clean-up.

  • Welcome and assist participants, provide event information, and help create a positive experience for all attendees.

• Civic Engagement

  • Assist eligible community members with electronic voter registration and provide accurate, nonpartisan information about registration requirements and election  resources.

• Other Duties

  • Responsible for being familiar with and adhering to GESMN’s code of ethics, volunteer policies, and role-specific safety procedures set forth by Human Resources and GESMN executive team.

  • Serve as an ambassador for GESMN by supporting the organization’s mission, vision, and values.

About You – Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong communication skills.
• Understand how to create welcoming experiences for people of varying backgrounds and experience levels.
• Welcome orientation required either in-person or virtual before first shift.
• Training required in-person and virtual before first shift.

About Us:

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that has been creating career possibilities  together with partners since 1919. Many people know Goodwill stores, but don’t know store proceeds support people with industry- specific training, digital literacy, resume help, family stability services, navigating work with a disability and more. By connecting the talents of people we serve with opportunity, we help strengthen our local economy and create pathways to success. Read more about us here. Star Tribune Top Workplace 6 years running.

Volunteer Acknowledgement:

By applying for this volunteer role you acknowledge your understanding that this is an unpaid volunteer position.