Opportunities From: MEND

Description of Duties: Community Resource Volunteers are an essential part of the event team and help ensure the smooth and successful operation of MEND’s Community Resource Fair. Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks including event setup, participant check-in, greeting guests, distributing materials, providing information, guiding attendees, supporting activity areas, and event breakdown. Volunteers may be assigned to specific stations or rotated based on event needs.

 

Impact: By supporting the Community Resource Fair, volunteers help MEND create a welcoming, organized, and community-centered event that promotes health, wellness, and connection. Volunteers play a key role in ensuring participants feel informed, supported, and valued throughout the day.

 

Specific Responsibilities:

·         Assisting with event setup and breakdown.

·         Welcoming and checking in participants.

·         Helping guests navigate the event, directing them to workshops, booths, or services.

·         Distributing flyers, activity calendars, and wellness materials.

·         Supporting staff and facilitators at activity or workshop stations.

·         Assisting with interactive physical activities (e.g., stretching demos, fitness games, or movement sessions).

·         Supporting food sampling stations by guiding guests, distributing samples, and maintaining cleanliness.

·         Answering general questions and providing information about event offerings.

 

Skills/Experience/Resources/Certifications Needed: Bilingual, customer service, time-efficient, multi-tasker, cultural sensitivity and comfort interacting with people of all backgrounds.

 

Dress Code: Volunteers should wear comfortable, clean, and professional attire suitable for a community event. Closed-toe shoes are required. Be prepared to stand and move throughout your shift.