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BIG BROTHER / SISTER

HELP WANTED! ADULTS 19 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER ARE NEEDED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF AN AMERICAN YOUTH. THE CHILDREN IN OUR COMMUNITY FROM SINGLE - PARENT HOMES NEED SPECIAL FRIENDS AND ROLE MODELS. EACH VOLUNTEER IS PAIRED WITH A CHILD FOR A ONE ON ONE RELATIONSHIP. IS THIS YOU? WON'T YOU PLEASE CALL TODAY! YOUR LITTLE SISTER / LITTLE BOTHER IS WAITING FOR YOUR CALL!
TIME COMMITMENT: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM: A FEW HOURS EACH WEEK FOR ONE YEAR'S TIME.
SKILLS: VOLUNTEERS MUST PASS EXTENSIVE SCREENING PROCESS.
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES, OTHER TRAINING PROVIDES.
BENEFITS: ELIGIBLE FOR "TWO- FOR- ONE" DISCOUNTS AT SPECIFIC RESTAURANTS, THEATERS AND SPORTING EVENTS.
CONTACT: LYNN SHIRK
PHONE: 440-951-7258
FAX: 440-257-4900
WHERE: YOUR HOME AND AT LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY
AGENCY: BIG BROTHERS / BIG SISTERS OF NORTHEASTERN OHIO
6160 MEADOWBROOK DR.
MENTOR OHIO, 44060
CATEGORY#: 25
AGE REQUIREMENT: AT LEAST 19 YEARS OF AGE

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CROSSROADS

PREVENTION PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer opportunities are available in the Child Abuse Prevention Program: STRENGTHENING FAMILIES. This is an opportunity for both adults and youths 16 and up.
LOCATION:
Crossroads
8445 Munson Road
Mentor OH 44060
SKILLS: Good with children, especially those with challenging behaviors; enthusiasm; listening skills; and punctuality.
TIME COMMITTMENT: Monday - Thursday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
TRAINING PROVIDED: YES
MINIMUM AGE: 16
APPROPRIATE FOR TEENS: YES
APPROPRIATE FOR COURT REFERRALS: NO
BENEFITS: All In-service training is available at no cost to the volunteer.
COMMENTS: This is a hand's-on program with emphasis placed on learning social and coping skills through appropriate modeling by staff and volunteers.
CONTACT: Christine Frey
PHONE: (440) 255-1700 or (440) 942-8128
FAX: (440) 205-2417

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QUILTERS

SHARE THE ART THAT HAS BEEN PASSED FROM ONE GENERATION TO ANOTHER. HELP CREATE A MASTERPIECE, THAT WILL GIVE WARMTH AND PLEASURE FOR MANY YEARS. IF YOU ENJOY PUSHING A NEEDLE INSTEAD OF A PENCIL, JOIN OUR QUILTING BEE, THE DEEPWOOD QUILTERS. BEGINNERS -MASTERS ALL ARE WELCOME!
TIME COMMITMENT: THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH FROM 6:00 - 9:00 PM
SKILLS: BASIC SEWING KNOWLEDGE
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: NANCY McCLATCHY
PHONE: 440-350-5050
FAX: 440-350-5290
WHERE: 8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD. MENTOR, OHIO 44060
AGENCY: DEEPWOOD CENTER-LAKE CO. BOARD OF MR/DD
8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY#: 05
AGE REQUIREMENT: NONE, THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL AGES.

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CHAPERON

ASSISTANCE IS NEED FOR THIS LOCAL ACTIVITY GROUP. CHAPERON AND ASSIST CONSUMERS DURING ON-GROUND AND COMMUNITY ACCESS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES. VISIT EXCITING PLACES IN LAKE COUNTY AT NO COST. MUST BE WILLING TO HAVE FUN AND ENJOY THE TRIPS.
TIME COMMITMENT: AT YOUR CONVENIENCE
SKILLS: PATIENCE, WILLINGNESS TO GO TO DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES.
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES, TRAINING PROVIDED
BENEFITS: ACTIVITIES AT NO COST.
CONTACT: NANCY McCLATCHY
PHONE: 440-350-5050
FAX: 440-350-5290
WHERE: ON GROUNDS AND IN COMMUNITY
AGENCY: DEEPWOOD CENTER-LAKE CO. BOARD OF MR/DD
8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY#: 9
AGE REQUIREMENT: 18 YRS. +

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ANIMAL "PET" PALS

"PET" FRIENDS NEEDED TO VISIT WITH RESIDENTS. POSITIONS ARE OPEN TO ANY BREED AND ANY TYPE OF ANIMAL. IF YOU ARE A PET THAT LOVES TO BE PETTED, HAVE HAD ALL YOUR SHOTS AND ARE OF A MILD MANNERED TEMPERMENT HAVE YOUR OWNER BRING YOU TO OUR LOCATION TODAY. SORRY, OWNERS MUST ACCOMPANY PETS WHILE ON A VISIT.
TIME COMMITMENT: AT YOUR CONVENIENCE, EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS
SKILLS: ANIMALS MUST HAVE THE BEST OF MANNERS AND THE ABILITY TO ENJOY PETTING WITHOUT GETTING ANNOYED OR AGGRESSIVE.
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES THE OWNERS TRAINING IS PROVIDED.
CONTACT: NANCY McCLATCHY
PHONE: 440-350-5050
FAX: 440-350-5290
WHERE: 8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD. MENTOR, OHIO 44060
AGENCY: DEEPWOOD CENTER-LAKE CO. BOARD OF MR/DD
8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY#: 01
AGE REQUIREMENT: 18 YRS. +

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GREEN THUMBED GARDENERS

COME AND GROW WITH US! HELP NEEDED ASSISTING CONSUMERS WITH THE VARIOUS TASKS RELATED TO PLANTING AND GARDENING. GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR TEENS. CARING FOR PLANTS AND FLOWERS IS ALWAYS A REWARDING HOBBY. IF YOU LIKE GARDENING THEN THIS IS THE PLACE TO BE. DON'T WAIT, THE WEEDS WON'T! CALL NOW!.
TIME COMMITMENT: WEEKDAYS; 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ALL YEAR.
SKILLS: JUST ENJOY GARDENING
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: NANCY McCLATCHY
PHONE: 440-350-5050
FAX: 440-350-5290
WHERE: 8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD. MENTOR, OHIO 44060
AGENCY: DEEPWOOD CENTER-LAKE CO. BOARD OF MR/DD
8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY#: 01
AGE REQUIREMENT: ALL AGES

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LUNCHROOM ASSISTANT

WE NEED FRIENDLY, PATIENT, PEOPLE THAT CAN ASSIST IN THE FEEDING OF SPECIAL CHILDREN, WHO HAVE SPECIAL NEEDS. START TODAY!
TIME COMMITMENT: WEEKDAYS DURING SCHOOL YEAR 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
SKILLS: ENJOY SPENDING TIME WITH CHILDREN
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: NANCY McCLATCHY
PHONE: 440-350-5050
FAX: 440-350-5290
WHERE: BROADMOOR SCHOOL
8090 BROADMOOR RD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
AGENCY: DEEPWOOD CENTER - LAKE CO. BOARD OF MR/DD
8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY#: 16
AGE REQUIREMENT: 18 YRS. +

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POOL ASSISTANT

OPENINGS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE THE WATER AND ENJOY THE COMPANY OF CHILDREN. THESE POSITIONS ARE MADE FOR PEOPLE WHO WANT TO MAKE A SPLASH IN THE COMMUNITY BY HELPING CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. ASSISTANTS NEED TO START A.S.A.P. CALL TODAY
TIME COMMITMENT: WEEKDAYS DURING SCHOOL HOURS
SKILLS: COMFORTABLE IN WATER
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: NANCY McCLATCHY
PHONE: 440-350-5050
FAX: 440-350-5290
WHERE: BROADMOOR SCHOOL
8090 BROADMOOR RD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
AGENCY: DEEPWOOD CENTER-LAKE CO. BOARD OF MR/DD
8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY#: 17
AGE REQUIREMENT: 18

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FRIENDSHIP CONNECTION

ATTENTION! THIS POSITION IS NOT A JOB OR CHORE, DIFFICULT OR TEDIOUS. THIS IS FRIENDSHIP!. AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU TO GIVE YOUR TALENTS, TIME AND HELP TO ONE OF THE MANY PEOPLE IN OUR PROGRAM. OUR CONSUMERS WOULD BENEFIT FROM YOUR FRIENDSHIP, TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. DON'T LOOK ANY FURTHER, THIS ADVERTISEMENT HAS BEEN WRITTEN JUST FOR YOU. CALL A FRIEND TODAY!
TIME COMMITMENT: 4 TO 6 HOURS PER MONTH, "ON YOUR SCHEDULE"
SKILLS: THE ABILITY TO BE A FRIEND
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: NANCY McCLATCHY
PHONE: 440-350-5050
FAX: 440-350-5290
WHERE: IN THE COMMUNITY
AGENCY: DEEPWOOD CENTER-LAKE CO. BOARD OF MR/DD
8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 25
AGE REQUIREMENT: 18 YRS. +

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SUMMER ACTIVITIES COUNSELOR

POSITIONS OPEN IN SEVERAL AREAS: CRAFTS, FIELD TRIPS AND CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES. JOIN OUR STAFF OF SUMMER COUNSELORS AND ENJOY THE SUMMER MAKING NEW FRIENDS AND SHARING NEW IDEAS. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR A PERSON WHO IS CONSIDERING THE SPECIAL EDUCATION FIELD. GREAT FUN FOR TEENS. CALL TODAY!
TIME COMMITMENT: JUNE 22nd THOUGH JULY 24 Th 8:30 am - 1:30 pm ON WEEKDAYS
SKILLS: ENJOY WORKING WITH CHILDREN
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: NANCY McCLATCHY
PHONE: 440-350-5050
FAX: 440-350-5290
WHERE: BROADMOOR SCHOOL
8090 BROADMOOR RD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
AGENCY: DEEPWOOD CENTER-LAKE CO. BOARD OF MR/DD
8121 DEEPWOOD BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY#: 16
AGE REQUIREMENT: 13 YRS. +

FAMILY PLANNING ASSOCIATION OF NORTHEAST OHIO, INC.

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RECEPTIONIST
Friendly, mature person who likes greeting and directing clients, answering phones, making appointments.
LOCATION IN ADDITION TO AGENCY LOCATION:
540 W. 44th Street
Ashtabula, OH
PHONE: (440) 992-5953
SKILLS REQUIRED: Phone skills, communication, legible writing, able to work in busy setting, likes meeting with people.
TIME COMMITMENT: 3-4 hours per week.
TRAINING PROVIDED: YES
MINIMUM AGE: 18
OPPORTUNITY APPROPRIATE FOR TEENS: NO
OPPORTUNITY APPROPRIATE FOR COURT REFERRALS: NO
BENEFITS AVAILABLE: Working with nice people.
COMMENTS: Agency that contributes alot to the community.
CATEGORY: 11
SUPPLY PICKUP
Mature, responsible person to interview and provide birth control supplies to clients coming back for refills
LOCATION: Office of Family Planning or at 510 W.44th Street, Ashtabula OH 44004
TIME COMMITMENT: 3 hours per weeik
SKILLS: Communication, exactness, interest in people, writing skills, consult readily
TRAINING PROVIDED: Yes
MINIMUM AGE: 18
ANY BENEFITS: No
COMMENTS: Nursing students ideal for this opportunity
SPAINSH INTREPRETER
Spanish speaking / writing individual to interpret for health care professionals in prenatal clinic
LOCATION: Family Planning Association Office
TIME COMMITMENT: 3-4 hours per week
SKILLS: Fluent in Spanish, willing to take direction, works well as team member, likes working with people, medical knowledge a plus
TRAINING PROVIDED: Yes
MINIMUM AGE: 18
AGENCY: FAMILY PLANNING ASSOCIATION OF NORTHEAST OHIO
1657 MENTOR AVENUE
PAINESVILLE, OH 44077
CONTACT: Julie Eyer, Coordinator of Administrative Services
PHONE: (440) 352-0608
FAX: (440) 352-0640

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"PERIOD FASHION " SHOP ASSISTANT

BUSY THEATER NEEDS SELF MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL WHO ENJOYS ORGANIZING AND MAINTAINING COSTUMES. GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO MEET NEW FRIENDS!! A FUN WAY TO LEARN ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE DIFFERENT PERIODS OF CLOTHING.
TIME COMMITMENT: FLEXIBLE HOURS, ON GOING.
SKILLS: SOME KNOWLEDGE OF "PERIOD CLOTHING"
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES, WILLING TO TRAIN.
CONTACT: BARBARA BRUSSEE, DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
PHONE: 440-951-7500
FAX: 440-975-4592
WHERE: THE FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION
38660 MENTOR AVE.
WILLOUGHBY, OHIO 44094
AGENCY: THE FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION
CATEGORY#: 09
AGE REQUIREMENT: 18 YEARS +

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RECEPTIONIST

POSITION AVAILABLE FOR SOMEONE WHO ENJOYS WORKING WITH THE PUBLIC. SOME OF THE DUTIES ARE: PHONES, LIGHT TYPING, WITH A LOT OF VARIETY. YOU WILL MAKE FRIENDS WITH MANY IN THIS PERFECT POSITION. CALL TODAY & JOIN THE ARTS. TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING - AS NEEDED
SCHEDULING: 3 - 4 HOURS A WEEK FLEXIBLE WITHIN THE HRS OF 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
SKILLS: GOOD TELEPHONE VOICE, LIGHT TYPING
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: JULIA AVCELLI
PHONE: 440-951-7500
FAX: 440-975-4592
WHERE: THE FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION
38660 MENTOR AVE.
WILLOUGHBY, OHIO 44094
AGENCY: THE FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION
38660 MENTOR AVE.
WILLOUGHBY, OHIO 44094
CATEGORY#: 03
AGE REQUIREMENT: 18 YEARS +

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DELIVERY DRIVERS

MEALS-ON-WHEELS IS LOOKING FOR SEVERAL DRIVERS TO DELIVER MEALS TO HOME BOUND ELDERLY. PEOPLE WITH FLEXIBLE LUNCH HOURS OR AN OPEN SCHEDULE DURING THE LUNCH HOUR ARE URGED TO CALL. MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS AND LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR COMMUNITY. CALL NOW! DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!
TIME COMMITMENT: 1-11/2 HOURS, PICK UP 10:30-11:30 AM.
MONDAY - FRIDAY TEMP. TO PERM.
SKILLS: VALID LICENSE, INSURANCE, FRIENDLINESS AND AN INTEREST IN SERVING THE ELDERLY.
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: JOAN HAMM
PHONE: 440-350-2741 OR FOR WESTERN END OF COUNTY (440-918-2741)
FAX: 440-350-5708
WHERE: LAKE COUNTY COMMUNITY
AGENCY: LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING
CATEGORY#: 20
AGE REQUIREMENT: 16

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PACKER

MEAL PACKERS NEEDED FOR THIS HOME DELIVERY PROGRAM. THERE ARE SEVERAL POSITIONS OPEN AND NEED TO BE FILLED TODAY! CALL NOW! DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE! GREAT STARTING PLACE FOR YOUNG VOLUNTEERS. TRAINING PROVIDED. TIME COMMITMENT: 1 1/2 -2 HOURS ONE TIME PER WEEK
MONDAY -FRIDAY STARTING 9:00 - 10:00 am
SKILLS: GOOD ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: JOAN HAMM
PHONE: 440-350-2741 (EASTERN LAKE COUNTY)
440-918-2741 (WESTERN LAKE COUNTY)
FAX: 440-350-5780
WHERE: ANY COMMUNITY IN LAKE COUNTY
AGENCY: LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING
125 EAST ERIE ST.
PAINESVILLE, OHIO 44077
CATEGORY#: 20
AGE REQUIREMENT: 10 YRS..+

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TLC PROVIDER

ANIMAL LOVERS PARADISE! OUR ANIMALS NEED THE TLC THAT ONLY YOU CAN PROVIDE THEM WITH, WHILE THEY ARE VISITING OUR FACILITY. HELP GIVE THE ANIMALS THE EDGE AN THE ADOPTIONS BY GIVING THEM THAT ONE ON ONE, NEEDED IN ADDING TO THEIR LOVE-A-ABILITY. THIS WILL MAKE THEM MORE ADOPTABLE. COME IN TO DAY TO PLAY WITH OUR FURRY FRIENDS.
TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING
SKILLS: COMMITMENT, WORK INDEPENDENTLY, ABILITY TO HANDLE ANIMALS COMFORTABLY AND LOVINGLY.
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: BARBARA GREENWOOD
PHONE: 440-951-6122
FAX: 440-951-6144
WHERE: 7564 TYLER BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
AGENCY: LAKE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
7564 TYLER BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 01
AGE REQUIREMENT: ADULTS

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ASSISTANT EVENT PROCESSOR

POSITIONS OPEN FOR PEOPLE WHO LIKE THE CHALLENGE OF WORKING ON SPECIAL EVENTS. EVENTS SUCH AS MUTT STRUT, GOLF TOURNAMENTS, BETTER THE MENTOR DAYS, ARE JUST SOME OF THE PROJECTS YOU CAN BECOME INVOLVED IN. JOIN IN THIS FUN PROJECT AND GIVE US YOUR PIZAZZ TO HELP EARN MORE FOR THE AGENCY.
TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING THOUGH OUT THE YEAR
SKILLS: ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES, 2 HOUR ORIENTATION
CONTACT: BARBARA GREENWOOD
PHONE: 440-951-6122
FAX: 440-951-6144
WHERE: VARIES ACCORDING TO THE EVENT
AGENCY: LAKE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
7564 TYLER BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 10
AGE REQUIREMENT: ADULTS

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FURRY FRIEND VISITORS WANTED

IF YOU ENJOY WATCHING A SMILE SPREAD ACROSS A LONELY FACE OR SMILE YOURSELF WHEN WATCHING A PERSON INTERACT WITH ANIMALS, JOIN US TODAY! WE NEED CARING PEOPLE TO TAKE THE PUPPIES AND DOGS OUT FOR A VISIT. THE RESIDENTS OF NEARBY NURSING HOMES ARE WAITING FOR YOU. WATCH POSITIVE SOCIAL STIMULATION GROW RIGHT BEFORE YOUR EYES.
TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING THOUGH OUT THE YEAR
TWICE A MONTH APPROX. 4 HOURS
SKILLS: ENJOY WORKING WITH OLDER PEOPLE, ABILITY TO DRIVE, NO FEAR OF DOGS, ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY, COMMITMENT.
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES, 2 HOUR ORIENTATION
CONTACT: BARBARA GREENWOOD
PHONE: 440-951-6122
FAX: 440-951-6144
WHERE: NURSING HOMES IN LAKE COUNTY
AGENCY: LAKE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
7564 TYLER BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY#: 01
AGE REQUIREMENT: 21 YRS. +

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CREATIVE THINKER

POSITIONS AVAILABLE ON OUR FUND RAISING COMMITTEE . IF YOU COME UP WITH GOOD IDEAS FOR YOUR OWN PROJECTS MAYBE YOU CAN HELP COME UP WITH SOME FOR US. THE PERSON WHO ANSWERS THIS ADD WILL BE INVOLVED IN THE IDEA PROCESS, ORGANIZING THE EVENT, AND HELPING OTHERS PUT THE IDEA INTO ACTION. BE CHALLENGED! CALL NOW! TEENS WELCOME
TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING
SKILLS: GOLDEN TOUCH! ABILITY TO WORK IN ALL AREAS OF FUND RAISING.
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES, 2 HOUR ORIENTATION
CONTACT: BARBARA GREENWOOD
PHONE: 440-951-6122
FAX: 440-951-6144
WHERE: LAKE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
7564 TYLER BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
AGENCY: LAKE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
7564 TYLER BLVD.
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #:10
AGE REQUIREMENT: TEENS AND ADULTS

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MENTOR LITERACY PROJECT

TUTOR

Help adults improve their reading and language skills.
LOCATION: Mentor High School Library, Center Street, Mentor Ohio
SKILLS REQUIRED: Able to read, keep confidences and have good relationship with adult students needing help.
TIME COMMITMENT: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Keeps to the Mentor Schools calendar.
TRAINING NEEDED/PROVIDED: YES
MINIMUM AGE: 16
APPROPRIATE FOR TEENS: YES
APPROPRIATE FOR COURT REFERRALS: YES
BENEFITS: Milage for income taxes only.
COMMENTS: This is strictly a volunteer program with no financial compensation. HOWEVER, you have a great feeling when someone shows improvement in their reading skills.
AGENCY: MENTOR LITERARY PROJECT
85 MT. VERNON COURT
MENTOR OH 44060
CONTACT: AGNES HARPER, Director
PHONE: (440) 357-5105

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CHAUFFEUR

WE CHALLENGE YOU TO HELP IN THIS FIELD OF DRIVING. IF YOU HAVE YOUR OWN CAR AND ARE WILLING TO HELP EMOTIONALLY CHALLENGED CLIENTS GET TO AND FROM THEIR APPOINTMENT. CALL TODAY! OUR MENTAL HEALTH CLIENTS NEED HELP WITH TRANSPORTATION , WON'T YOU HELP TODAY?
TIME COMMITMENT: AT YOUR CONVENIENCE, DURING APPOINTMENT TIMES
SKILLS: GOOD CLEAN DRIVING RECORD, ENJOY HELPING OTHERS
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: CAROL ROUGHT
PHONE: 440-354-3717
FAX: 440-354-5808
WHERE: IN LAKE COUNTY
AGENCY: NEIGHBORING : MENTAL HEATH SERVICES
5930 HEISLEY ROAD
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 24
AGE REQUIREMENT: 21 YRS. +

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ROSE-MARY CENTER

SPECIAL NEEDS VOLUNTEER

Volunteers are needed to work with children and adults with mental and developmental disabilities.
LOCATION: Volunteers working with adults will be working on one of five group homes
SKILLS: Patience and dependability are a must
TIME COMMITMENT: Minimum: 2 hours a month.
TRAINING PROVIDED: YES
MINIMUM AGE: 18
OPPORTUNITY APPROPRIATE FOR TEENS: NO
OPPORTUNITY APPROPIRATE FOR COURT REFERRALS: NO
BENEFITS AVAILABLE: Free CPR and First Aid training.
AGENCY:
ROSE-MARY CENTER
19350 EUCLID AVENUE
EUCLID OHIO 44117
CONTACT: Dori L. Facemyer
PHONE: (216) 481-4823 x152
FAX: (216) 481-2790
CATEGORY: 05, 17

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TLC REGISTRATION VOLUNTEERS

PRE-SCHOOL VISION SCREENING FOR TOTS PROGRAM IS LOOKING FOR THREE VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH HAND - OUT LITERATURE, STICKERS, AND CERTIFICATE. COME, SHARE A SMILE AND HELP THE CHILDREN FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH A NEW EXPERIENCE!
TIME COMMITMENT: SUNDAY FEB. 16, 1997 4-6 PM
SKILLS: MUST LIKE WORKING WITH CHILDREN, BI-LINGUAL (SPANISH) IS HELPFUL BUT, STUDENTS WILL HELP
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: CAROL WALSH
PHONE: 440-269-3015
FAX: 440-269-3016
WHERE: ST. MARY'S PAINESVILLE,
242 NORTH STATE STREET,
PAINESVILLE, OHIO 44077
AGENCY: RSVP \ PREVENT BLINDNESS OHIO (NORTHEAST CHAPTER)
CATEGORY# : 11
AGE REQUIREMENTS: NONE, GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR TEENS

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QUANTITY CORRESPONDENCE MAILER

THIS POSITION IS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY FOR ANY ONE WHO SHARES IN OUR NEED OF REACHING OTHERS. BY WAY OF BULK MAILING WE ARE ABLE TO REACH MANY PEOPLE WHO ARE IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE OR PEOPLE WHO ARE WILLING TO HELP OTHERS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE. SOME OF THE DUTIES INCLUDE, LABELING NEWSLETTERS, INVITATIONS AND SORTING THE SAME. GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR TEEN. WON'T YOU CALL TODAY?
TIME COMMITMENT: PER PROJECT BASIS
SKILLS: WILLINGNESS TO HELP
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: PATRICIA VIVOLO
PHONE: 440-352-3166
FAX: 440-975-1220
E-MAIL: UWLC@NCWEB.COM
WHERE: UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY
AGENCY: UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY
9285 PROGRESS PARKWAY
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 04
AGE REQUIREMENT: 16 YRS.. +

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DATA CLIPPER

POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE THAT WANT TO HELP FROM THEIR OWN HOME OR OFFICE. SEARCH, CLIP AND SAVE ALL ARTICLES IN NEWSPAPERS, MAGAZINES AND OTHER TRADE PUBLICATIONS, RELATING TO THE UNITED WAY AGENCY .
TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING
SKILLS: WILLINGNESS TO HELP
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES, PATRICIA WOLD PROVIDE A LIST OF RELATED TOPICS AND AGENCY NAMES.
BENEFITS: POSTAGE REIMBURSEMENT
CONTACT: PATRICIA VIVOLO
PHONE: 440-352-3166
FAX: 440-975-1220
E-MAIL: UWLC@NCWEB.COM
WHERE: FROM YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS
AGENCY: UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY
9285 PROGRESS PARKWAY
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 04
AGE REQUIREMENT: 18 YRS.. +

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COMMITTEE MEMBER

IF YOU HAVE FIVE YEARS OR MORE EXPERIENCE IN THE FOLLOWING FIELDS, PUBLIC RELATIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, ADVERTISING AND MARKETING. POSITIONS ARE OPEN TO INDIVIDUALS THAT WOULD LIKE BECOMING AN IMPORTANT PART OF ONE OF THE MANY COMMITTEES INVOLVING THESE FIELDS. THERE'S ONE MORE THING, "ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE"!
TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING
SKILLS: 5 YEARS RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
COMMUNICATION, MARKETING, ADVERTISING, PUBLIC RELATIONS FIELD
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: NONE
BENEFITS: CREDIT ON FINISHED PRODUCTS
CONTACT: PATRICIA VIVOLO
PHONE: 440-352-3166
FAX: 440-975-1220
E-MAIL: UWLC@NCWEB.COM
WHERE: FROM YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS
AGENCY: UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY
9285 PROGRESS PARKWAY
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 04
AGE REQUIREMENT: 26 YRS.. +

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DATA ENTRY

POSITION AVAILABLE FOR A PERSON WHO ENJOYS MAKING THE A KEYBOARD CLICK, WITH DATA ENTERING A SYSTEM. IF YOU ARE RELIABLE AND HAVE BASIC KEYBOARD SKILLS WE NEED YOUR HELP. GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO GET MORE OFFICE EXPERIENCE AND INCREASE YOUR TYPING SKILLS.
TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING, DURING BUSINESS HOURS
8:30 am - 5:00 pm MONDAY - FRIDAY
SKILLS: BASIC KEYBOARD SKILLS
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
CONTACT: MARTHA BECK
PHONE: 440-352-3166
FAX: 440-975-1220
E-MAIL: UWLC@NCWEB.COM
WHERE: UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY
AGENCY: UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY
9285 PROGRESS PARKWAY
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 03
AGE REQUIREMENT: 16 YRS.. +

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COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

COLLEGE JUNIOR OR SENIOR WANTED FOR THE POSITION OF INTERN IN THE COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT. POSITION DEALS WITH WRITING, DESIGN, PUBLIC RELATIONS, RESEARCH, AND GENERAL MARKETING OF UNITED WAY. THIS ONGOING POSITION IS A FUN WAY TO MEET NEW FRIENDS AND HELP YOUR COMMUNITY AT THE SAME TIME. JOIN THE UNITED WAY AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
TIME COMMITMENT: ON GOING
SKILLS: COLLEGE JUNIOR OR SENIOR IN A COMMUNICATIONS,MARKETING OR ADVERTISING PROGRAM.
TRAINING NEEDED/ PROVIDED: YES
BENEFITS: REIMBURSMENT FOR MILEAGE AND SUPPLIES
CONTACT: PATRICIA VIVOLO
PHONE: 440-352-3166
FAX: 440-975-1220
E-MAIL: UWLC@NCWEB.COM
WHERE: UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY
AGENCY: UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY
9285 PROGRESS PARKWAY
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
CATEGORY #: 04
AGE REQUIREMENT: 21 YRS.. +

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W-E Little Red Schoolhouse & History Center

CLERICAL & TEACHING & CRAFTS
DESRCIPTION: Aides needed to work with fourth grade children in the Farm House and School
LOCATION: W-E Little Red School House and History Center
5040 Shankland Road, Willoughby OH 44094
SKILLS: Interest in children
TIME COMMITTMENT: On-going during the school year; Monday or Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
TRAINING PROVIDED: YES
MINIMUM AGE: 18
APPROPRIATE FOR TEENS: YES
APPROPRIATE FOR COURT REFERRALS: Maybe - depends on situation
BENEFITS: None
CONTACT: Eleanor G. Rolf
PHONE: (440) 975-3740

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