Volunteer
As you might expect, with the volume of people and the variety of offerings, keeping things running smoothly is a challenge. With the support of a group of dedicated volunteers, willing to share their time and unique gifts, gives the staff more time to concentrate on the "big picture" and ways to make the Center even better.
The opportunities for volunteer support extend to almost every department of the Center, but particularly in the administrative offices where details are so important and the need is the greatest. Please take a few minutes to review the possibilities listed below to see if there is something of interest to you.
Once you have located an area of interest to you, complete the volunteer form below or send an email: bssc@bshsi.org let us know of your availability. We are flexible and not necessarily looking for a long-term commitment. Hopefully, you will find an area that interests you, where your unique talents will be utilized, where you can enjoy yourself and feel part of a meaningful ministry, and fulfill a service all at the same time.
We look forward to talking with you.
Volunteer Support Opportunities
Special Events - Working closely with Program Directors, volunteers would assist in all aspects of planning and executing a special event.
Friends' Bookstore - Working closely with Sarah Little, volunteer's would assist in the sales of books, CDs and other items on display in the bookstore. Volunteer would also assist in taking inventory, straightening up items, re-shelving books and answering the telephone. Ability to handle retail transactions required.
Communications- Working with Retreat Team Staff/Development Office staff, volunteer would operate photocopying machine and folding machine to prepare letters or brochures for stuffing into envelopes, stuff envelopes, label envelopes, and otherwise assist in all aspects of the Center's direct mail campaigns. In the fall of each year there is a need for many volunteers to assist in the mailing of the Center's annual appeal which is several thousand pieces. Willingness to do repetitive work quickly is necessary for this position. |
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Resource Management/Stewardship - Working closely with the Front Office, and Accounting staff, volunteer would assist in entering information into various database software programs. Basic computer skills and typing accuracy are required for this position.
Library Maintenance - Volunteer would organize and maintain library, be responsible for keeping books shelved and in order, discarding old newspapers and periodicals, establishing a lending system for guests, keeping track of library's holdings and advising on the purchase of new books. Organizational abilities are necessary for this position.
Registration & Greeting - Working with Front Office staff, volunteer would greet incoming guests, answer any questions incoming guests may have, explain the layout of the Center, assist guests in locating their rooms, and maintain a presence of hospitality for incoming guests. Patience and ability to provide quality customer service is essential for this position. |
