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Lauritzen Gardens is a non-profit organization that provides conservation efforts across the Great Plains, practices and promotes thoughtful and ecologically minded horticulture practices, creates educational and inspirational experiences, and offers a year-round schedule of tours, programs, and workshops that explore, explain, and celebrate the world of plants. Lauritzen Gardens, acclaimed as the Best Attraction in the 2025 Omaha Metropolitan Area Tourism Awards and voted #5 by USA Today for Top Botanical Gardens in the United States, is home to 100 acres of horticultural displays showcasing the diverse Nebraska landscape.

Lauritzen Gardens, acclaimed as the Best Attraction in the 2025 Omaha Metropolitan Area Tourism Awards and voted #5 by USA Today for Top Botanical Gardens in the United States, is home to 100 acres of horticultural displays showcasing the diverse Nebraska landscape. Lauritzen Gardens is a non-profit organization that provides conservation efforts across the Great Plains, practices and promotes thoughtful and ecologically minded horticulture practices, creates educational and inspirational experiences, and offers a year-round schedule of tours, programs, and workshops that explore, explain, and celebrate the world of plants. Lauritzen Gardens is dedicated to upholding its exceptional standards and providing joyful experiences for its visitors.Why Volunteer?<ul><li>Support a nonprofit that relies on community involvement.</li><li>Contribute to over 30,000 hours of service each year.</li><li>Be part of a team that inspires learning, conservation, and appreciation for the natural world.</li></ul>Volunteer Opportunities<ul><li>Visitor Services & Gift Shop<ul><li>Welcome guests at the visitor center.</li><li>Assist with membership check-in to keep lines moving.</li><li>Help with gift shop needs such as unpacking inventory, organizing displays, and gift wrapping.</li></ul></li><li>Education<ul><li>Exhibit Docent: Engage visitors at seasonal exhibits like the Mum Show, Poinsettia Show, and Spring Flow Show.</li><li>Your Tour Guide: Inspire school groups and lead hands-on learning experiences.</li><li>What's in Bloom & Plants of Interest: Track and share seasonal garden highlights.</li><li>Assist with classroom programs, summer camps, scout events, and more.</li></ul></li><li>Horticulture & Grounds<ul><li>Outdoor Gardening: Planting, mulching, watering, pruning, and weeding.</li><li>Indoor Greenhouse Support: Transplanting, cleaning, watering, and preparing seasonal displays.</li><li>Conservatory Care: Maintain tropical and temperate plant collections.</li><li>Model Railroad Garden: Keep our popular miniature trains running smoothly (especially on weekends during the holidays).</li></ul></li><li>Administrative Support<ul><li>Help with mailings, answering phones, distributing flyers, or photography.</li></ul></li><li>Festivals & Events<ul><li>Be part of the excitement at our special events by assisting with guest services and logistics.</li></ul></li></ul>Join Us!Whether you're looking for weekday or weekend shifts, indoor or outdoor projects, special events, or regular weekly roles -- we have a volunteer job for you!Your time and talents directly contribute to the mission and success of Lauritzen Gardens. #hc198777

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The Volunteer Support Specialist VISTA member will create sustainable systems to track potential volunteers and develop training modules to engage current volunteers. Through our partnership with Omaha Public Schools and local area colleges, we teach our students that through goal setting, education, and the right resources there is no limit to what they can achieve.

Benefits<ul style="list-style-type:disc"><li style="background:white;color:#595959;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">End of Service Segal Education Award (valued at $7,395)</li><li style="background:white;color:#595959;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Biweekly Living Stipend</li><li style="background:white;color:#595959;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Healthcare Allowance Options</li><li style="background:white;color:#595959;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Relocation Reimbursement</li><li style="background:white;color:#595959;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Non-competitive Eligibility</li><li style="background:white;color:#595959;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Free Parking Downtown</li><li style="background:white;color:#595959;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Ongoing Professional Development</li></ul>OverviewP4K provides long-term support for lifelong success by engaging students through mentoring, evidence-based programming and relationship building. Efforts to engage, enlighten and encourage students are designed to combat generational poverty by elevating youth out of low-income communities through education and mentor support. The Volunteer Support Specialist VISTA member will create sustainable systems to track potential volunteers and develop training modules to engage current volunteers.By serving with P4K, you will have the opportunity to impact the lives and futures of students, as you build valuable skills, experience, and relationships to propel your career even further. Upon completion of the internship, you will receive over $7000 in education funding to use for your past or future education expenses.At P4K we empower our students to be the architects of their own future through engaging programming, enlightening career exploration, and encouraging support including scholarships. Through our partnership with Omaha Public Schools and local area colleges, we teach our students that through goal setting, education, and the right resources there is no limit to what they can achieve.Join our mission to inspire hope, engage minds, and launch futures!*Service begins June 2026 and ends June 2027, dependent on Federal approval*As an AmeriCorps member you will serve for a year, 40 hours a week, supporting the Volunteer Recruitment team through the following activities:Responsibilities<ul style="list-style-type:disc"><li style="line-height:15pt">Research volunteer-tracking tools and adult learning methods</li><li style="line-height:15pt">Create a database or spreadsheet to track volunteer leads, outreach, and onboarding.</li><li style="line-height:15pt">Participate in relevant agency and/or community committees</li><li style="line-height:15pt">Develop training modules, post-training surveys, and attendance tracking methods</li><li style="line-height:15pt">Write a standard operating procedure for any new systems</li></ul>Job Requirements<ul style="list-style-type:disc"><li style="background:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Experience collecting and analyzing data</li><li style="background:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Cultural competency in working with diverse populations and age groups</li><li style="background:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills (fluency in English)</li><li style="background:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Strong time management skills and ability to manage a flexible schedule</li><li style="background:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Competency in Microsoft Office</li><li style="background:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Daily access to a reliable vehicle with a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record</li></ul>Schedule:<ul style="list-style-type:disc"><li style="background:white;color:#2d2d2d;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">8-hour shift between business hours of 7:30 am - 5 pm, with flexibility based on additional projects</li><li style="background:white;color:#2d2d2d;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Monday to Friday</li></ul>Education:<ul style="list-style-type:disc"><li style="background:white;color:#2d2d2d;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">High School Diploma/GED</li><li style="background:white;color:#2d2d2d;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Associate’s preferred</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul style="list-style-type:disc"><li style="background:white;color:#2d2d2d;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Driver's License (Required)</li><li style="background:white;color:#2d2d2d;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in">Permanent residency/work permit</li></ul>Work Location: 1004 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68102 #hc224704

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Volunteer Support Specialist - AmeriCorps VISTA

2.The individual committee members act as ambassadors for the agency and carry out tasks as requested by the CEO and Governing Board. 3. The Regional Advisory Committee assists the agency in taking action on supporting legislation as endorsed by the Governing Board.

Regional Advisory Committee MemberVolunteer PositionThe NorthStar Services Regional Advisory Committee usually meets quarterly at 1:30 pm via Go To
Meeting or in person in Wayne, NE. This volunteer position is to
be a member of the Regional Advisory Committee. The
functions of the Regional Advisory Committee are as follows:1.The
Regional Advisory Committee provides recommendations to the agency and to the
Governing Board which aid in service delivery 2.The
individual committee members act as ambassadors for the agency and carry out
tasks as requested by the CEO and Governing Board3. The Regional Advisory Committee assists the agency in taking action on supporting legislation as endorsed by the Governing Board.Mileage for travel to meeting will be reimbursed.More information and
training will be provided upon acceptance to the committee.

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Volunteer--Regional Advisory Committee Member

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The HLRC reviews Mental Health Staff Objectives and related medications, Behavior Support Plans and related medications (if applicable), Abuse and Neglect Referrals, use of Emergency Safety Interventions, and Restrictive Measures. The NorthStar Services Human and Legal Rights Committee (HLRC) usually meets monthly at 10:30 am via Go To Meeting.

Human and Legal Rights
CommitteeVolunteer PositionThe NorthStar Services Human
and Legal Rights Committee (HLRC) usually meets monthly at 10:30 am via Go To
Meeting. This volunteer position is to
be a member of the HLRC. The purpose of
the committee is to provide due process for people in services. The HLRC reviews Mental Health Staff Objectives
and related medications, Behavior Support Plans and related medications (if applicable), Abuse and Neglect Referrals, use of Emergency Safety
Interventions, and Restrictive Measures.More information and
training will be provided upon acceptance to the committee.

Volunteer--Human and Legal Rights Committee Member

Team and Agency Goals: Contributes to team effortby assisting with programming, volunteer and development goals, including special projects, grant applications, and recruiting from volunteer pool to assist with volunteer needs for the agency. Coordinates volunteer intake and retention processes for agency by following up with phone and online communications, disseminating appropriate information to and conducting background screenings annually on all agency volunteers.

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