Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer opportunities at Shepherd Wellness Community

  • 1st and 3rd Friday Wellness Dinnersat the First United Methodist Church in Shadyside.
    Volunteers arrive between 5- 6 p.m. to help prepare and serve refreshments and dinner and clean up afterwards. Volunteers are also welcome at 2 p.m. to help with food preparation. Volunteers are usually done by 9 p.m. We can also use help the preceding Thursday from 5:30-7 p.m. to help set up the dining room.
  • 2nd and 4th Friday Wellness Dinners at our Center in Bloomfield.
    Volunteers arrive around 5 p.m. and help prepare and serve refreshments and dinner then clean up afterwards.Volunteers are also welcome at 2 p.m. to help with food preparation. Volunteers are usually done by 9 p.m.
  • OUTrageous Bingo fundraisers (August through May) held at Rodef Shalom 4905 Fifth Ave.
  • SWC committees or Board of Directors
  • Short-term work groups or committees (such as our Annual Theatre Benefit Committee)
  • Special work events (such a preparation for our flea market or assembling a mailing)

How You Can Be Involved
Call or email our Volunteer Coordinator during office hours to discuss volunteer opportunities. Find out how we can use your time and skills as a SWC volunteer.
 

 
Volunteer Qualifications

  • Agree to follow confidentiality guidelines
  • Be 18 years of age or older
  • Willingness to follow instructions and work cooperatively as a team member
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of volunteers and staff
  • Agree to follow SWC policies (regarding food safety, alcohol, dress code, and the treatment of others)
  • Fill out our Volunteer Information Form and provide your contact information

Why Volunteer?

  • You will work with organized, trained and caring professionals.
  • You will work in a clean and safe area.
  • You will enjoy hands-on work and meet other like-minded volunteers.
  • You will see how your skills make a difference in the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS.
  • You will feel great about yourself because you can make a positive contribution to your community.

What Motivates Our Volunteers?

  • Personal satisfaction from meaningful work which contributes directly to your community
  • Meeting a new and diverse group of people
  • Making new friends
  • Educational and interesting volunteer experience