Salvation Army - Western Division

The Salvation Army - Omaha Division HQ

Development Dept.

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Planned Giving Administrative Projects     1Unscheduled  0All shifts available  

Disaster Team

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Canteen Driver

Emergency responders are often working in remote locations in extreme conditions. That's when The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services Canteen is called into service. This kitchen on wheels provides more than just food and drink. The sight of that canteen also brings encouragement and prayer support to first responders and those affected by disasters. Canteen drivers are NOT required to have a CDL license. We'll provide both group and 1 on 1 training to familiarize drivers with canteen electrical systems and generator operation, driving techniques and positioning strategies while on scene. Must be at least 21 years of age, able to lift 20 - 30 pounds, have completed the necessary applications and be able to pass a background check. Driver's training and basic Emergency Disaster Services training will be required as well. Must be willing to drop everything at a moments notice and enjoy getting up at all hours of the night to bring a little comfort and encouragement to friends and neighbors in need. Call John Kuzma at 402-898-5942 to fill out an application and get a schedule of training dates and times.

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Canteen Responder

Emergency responders are often working in remote locations in extreme conditions. That's when The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services Canteen is called into service. This kitchen on wheels provides more than just food and drink. The sight of that canteen also brings encouragement and prayer support to first responders and those affected by disasters. We'll provide training on canteen equipment, the food and the supplies - you stir in the love. Cooks must be at least 18 years of age, able to lift 20 - 30 pounds, have completed the necessary applications and be able to pass a background check. Training in Emergency Disaster Services and food safety will be required as well. Must be willing to drop everything at a moments notice and enjoy getting up at all hours of the night to bring a little comfort and encouragement to friends and neighbors in need. Call John Kuzma at 402-898-5942 to fill out an application and get a schedule of training dates and times.

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LRC Projects

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Campus beautification

Campus clean up

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Material Assistance (MASS)

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Food Drive & Produce Pick Up

Pick up non-perishable food items from Food Drives, and produce from local farmers and farmers markets and bring to The Salvation Army located at 3612 Cuming Street

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Pantry Administration

Help Pantry Coordinator with various duties in the Food Pantry, from helping unload groceries, stocking shelves, and other administrative duties helping the Food Pantry meet customers from the general public who come in and are in need of assistance.

Hours are Mon-Fri 9am -12pm 1-3 pm, and are flexible. 

Lifting requirement: The volunteer must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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Omaha Senior Services

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Bible Study Leader

Leads Bible Study group on Wednesday and/or Friday afternoons at Dora Bingel Sr. Center for approximately 1 to 2 hours

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Bingel Assistant     1Unscheduled  0All shifts available  
Bingo Caller & Call back assitant

Verify numbers and distribute prize to winners. On Wednesday and Friday afternoons.

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Birthday Party Corsage Hostess

The Senior Center celebrates residents birthdays on the last Wednesday of the month. Help make the day special by making and providing corsages for the those with birthdays that month. These corsages may be made at home and brought to the Sr. Center.

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Book Club Coordinator

Work with the Omaha Public Library each month or bi-monthly. Lead discussion group on desired weekday or Saturday morning.  set up room/snacks, clean up after event.  Background check required

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Cake Baker

make cakes for the birthday parties (need 3 9x13 size cakes each month, they can make anytime and bring in and they will be put in the freezer. Or volunteer can come in and make them in the senior center kitchen) Birthday Parties the last Wednesday of each month.

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Chair exercise instructor

Will facilitate and lead group on how to conduct safe exercises utilizing a chair. Must have prior experience working with older adults and experience leading an exercise class. Hours to be determined on Tuesday mornings

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Cookie Bakers

Our seniors love cookies. Make cookies at home and bring them to the Sr. Center or bake on location.

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Crochet Teacher

Teaches crochet/knitting class first and third Wednesdays at Dora Bingel Sr. Center for approximately 1-2 hours

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Current Events Leader

Working with Seniors, discussing current event topics once a week for 1-2 hours a week.

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Dorah Bingel Senior Center - Administrative Projects

Provide administrative help at the Dorah Bingel Senior Center at 38th & Cuming St.

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Driver - Dora Bingel Senior Center

Drive senior citizens to and from the Dora Bingel Senior Center one to two days a week. Activities occur between 9 am and 3 pm.

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Durham Booth Manor - Computer Lab instructor

Hours are flexible, and days will vary. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Must be knowledgeable with computer software and applications, and have prior experience working with older adults.

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Durham Booth Manor-Government commodities distribution

Volunteer needed once a month, to distribute commodities to residents in Durham Booth Manor. Volunteer must be able to lift a minimum of 25lbs. Hours vary and generally volunteer will be needed around the 2nd Monday of the month.

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Durham Booth Manor-Spring & Fall cleaning helper

Volunteers needed only once during the Spring and once during the fall to help older adults sort and throw out unwanted items.

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Game leader

Help facilitate scrabble and other board games, and pass out prizes for grand prize winners. Game Coordinator will be needed on Wednesday afternoon for 2 hours.

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Health Clinic Nurse

Nurse for Senior Center Health Clinic 3 hours per week, clientle are the Dora Bingel Senior Center Participants.

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Kitchen Aide

Volunteer to help prepare snacks and meals at the Dora Bingel Senior Center.

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Lunch helper

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 12noon to 1pm. Can stay after and help wash dishes and clean up. (US Bank does every third Wednesday)

 

 

 

 

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Movie day coordinator

Help select movie and set up room/snacks. Clean up after event. Volunteer will work on Tuesday from 12:30-3:00 p.m.

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Nurse

Wednesday morning nurse to do senior checks

Supervisor-Cindy Schlegelmilch

 

 

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Plants and Horticulture Care

Tend to plants in the Dora Bingel Senior Center.

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Red Hat Assistant

Set up room & snacks on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

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Scrap Book Leader

Help facilitate scrapbooking projects. Volunteer must be creative and enthusiastic, and have prior scrapbooking experience. Schedule to be determined.

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Tai Chi Instructor

Teaches older adults tai chi movements

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Volunteer Assistant - Miscellaneous Projects

Working with Seniors, 2-4 hours per week, assisting Senior Center coordinator

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Wii leader

Need an enthusiastic person to assist seniors in playing wii games. One day per week, preferably Friday's from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

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Social Services

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Assist with Kids in Stepping Stones

Help with children, assistant on field trips and playground, help with meals.  Hours are flexible and can be adjusted depending on volunteer scheduling. 

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Cares Practicum Student

Volunteer in the CARES Program - Comprehensive Adolescent Residential and Educational Services - comprehensive residential and support services for female adolescents including those who are pregnant and parenting

Working with clients, transporting to appointments. Schedule is 20 hours per week, Mon-Fri

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Emergency Community Support Administration

General administrative work--filing, data entry, and day-to-day administrative activities of the Emergency Community Support office.  Hours are Mon-Fri, 8:30 - 4:30pm, and can vary depending on the volunteer's availability.  Up to 10 hours per week, but can vary and are flexible.  Volunteer will not be interacting with ECS clientelle. 

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Foster Grandparent

Be a foster grandparent and help out in our Stepping Stones Child Development Center.  Hours are flexible dependent on Foster Grandparents availability

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Lawn work
Help mow, weed eat, and general yard clean up at our scattered site houses in Omaha.
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LRC Counseling Center Practicum Student

Provides clinical counseling work with individuals an groups through the counseling center. Scheduled for Tuesdays, with some additional days, as necessary. Practicum student tasks may include: - Provide individual therapy sessions - Observe and conduct weekly groups - Assist with psycho-educational groups conducted at Douglas County Department of Corrections - Assist with relapse prevention groups - Understand and develop treatment plans - Obtain knowledge in local resources and how to access them - Observe Substance Abuse evaluations - Attend multidisciplinary team meetings - Work with local professionals in the field (psychiatrists, social workers, treatment programs) - Opportunities to work with teens, adults and seniors.  Hours are flexible.

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Mental Health Respite Intern

Provide case management services to individuals residing in a short term program that have a mental health diagnosis.  Case management duties to include: completion of intakes, collaborating with providers in the community, providing referrals to services, assessment of needs, and crisis management.

MHR is a 24/7 facility so hours can be flexible based on course requirements and resident needs.

Supervised by Darsey Zwiener 402-505-8196

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Substitute Grandparent

Help care for the newborns in our Stepping Stones program. Hours are set by individual and supervisor but are generally 10-2pm. Clientele: Children enrolled in the Stepping Stones program

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Transitional Housing (THRU)
Volunteer activities: upkeep activities for various Transitional Housing sites and clients: lawn care (mowing and weed eating).
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Volunteer Department

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Miscellaneous activities

Help where needed paperwork shredding phonecalls data entry outside cleanup

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