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Women's Book Club Volunteer Facilitator

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ORGANIZATION: Presbyterian Homes and Services

Looking for a volunteer to lead our Women's Book Club beginning in September.
The volunteer facilitator will:

Responsibilities:

· Take the leadership role in facilitating monthly book club meetings with residents.

· Communicate with residents about up coming meetings and advise on book club selections.

· Work with Library Special Request Coordinator in ordering books for monthly book club

· Research questions to facilitate book club discussion.

· Keep track of reading lists and materials. Find ways to include fresh ideas and enlist new members

Qualifications/Skills/Requirements:

· Must be at least 18 years of age

· Love to read

· Self-directed and able to work well with others

· Good interpersonal and organizational skills

· Possess leadership skills

· Lead relevant book discussions

· Knowledge of Hennepin County Library online system is helpful but not necessary

Time Commitment/Hours:

· Monthly meetings for one hour plus prep time as listied above (average 3-6 hours monthly)

· Time spent organizing and ordering materials varies each month with some work that can be done from home.

Benefits to Volunteer:

· Build relationships with our residents and make new friends

· Enhancing your appreciation of various genre's of literature

Reports to:

· Volunteer Director

Training and/or Support Provided:

· Volunteer orientation

· On the job training

If interested please reach Betty Carlson directly at bjcarlson@preshomes.org | (952) 471-3920.

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About Presbyterian Homes and Services

Location:

4527 Shoreline Dr., Spring Park, MN 55384, US

Mission Statement

The mission of Presbyterian Homes and Services is to provide a broad continuum of care to older adults. The services provided will be of the highest quality and designed to promote independence, dignity, and well-being. The emphasis will be on innovations and leadership in providing compassionate and highly competent care with the inspiration of God's love and word.

Description

Senior housing, assisted living, care center and childrern's day care

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Education & Literacy
Seniors
Community, Education & Literacy, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

4515 Shoreline Dr,Spring Park, MN 55384

(44.93541,-93.6388)
 

SKILLS

  • Reading / Writing

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 3-6 hours monthly
  • This is a relaxed book club with residents. Book club books will be arranged with Hennepin County Library. The club meets once a month. New facilitators will be trained by current leader, prior to November.

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