Volunteer Job Description

Job Title: Volunteer - Community Advocacy Team

Organization: Barefoot Angels Inc

Location: Barefoot Bay Florida

Duration: Select your own days/hours and assignments. Volunteers will be personally matched with clients by our intake team. 

Position Type: Volunteer

About Us: Barefoot Angels Inc is a registered 501C3 non-profit organization committed to making a positive impact in our community. We are passionate about our mission. 

“Barefoot Angels seek to support our residents' lives with community resource connections. Our focus is to assist residents to maintain independence in their homes.”

We rely on the dedication and support of volunteers to help us achieve our mission.

Position Overview: As a Volunteer Community Advocate you will play a vital role in helping us extend our reach and impact in our community. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about making a difference, building meaningful connections, and contributing their time and skills to a worthwhile cause.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaboration: Collaborate with our Board other volunteers to achieve common goals and objectives.

2. Communication: Maintain open, unbiased communication with residents, board of directors and entire volunteer team. Provide updates to our board as needed. 


3. Companionship/Emotional support: Spend quality time listening and reminiscing with community residents. Foster an environment that promotes social interaction and emotional well-being. 


4. Provide in-home assistance: Assist with in-home basic activities of daily living. Including companions, light housekeepers, laundry, meal prep, errands, handyman, organization, respite relief for caregivers,medication management, help clients establish community resource connections.


5. Engagement:  Assist  our residents in participating in activities of interest/hobbies they enjoy. Act as a liaison between the organization and the community events.  


6. Respect/Dignity:  Provide respect/and sensitivity to each client's individual needs.


7. Safety: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of our clients while volunteering.  


8. Documentation:  Maintain accurate, confidential, required documentation of activities as required by our policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Passion for our organization's mission and a strong commitment to making a positive impact in our community.


Compassionate,unbiased desire to make a positive impact in our community and the lives of our residents.


Communication and interpersonal skills.


Reliable and responsible with a strong work ethic. 


Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and challenges.


Basic computer/phone skills,familiarity with social media platforms.


Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.


Pass a Florida State Level 1 background check. (no fingerprinting)

Benefits:

Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make a positive impact in our community.

Gain valuable experience in nonprofit and community outreach work.

Build a network of like-minded individuals who are passionate about social change.

Develop and enhance your communication and interpersonal skills.

Personal satisfaction from helping those in need and fostering positive change.

How to Apply : If you are interested in joining our team as a Volunteer Community Advocate, please reach out to us via email/phone or attend one of our organizational meetings. Barefoot Angels Inc is an equal opportunity volunteer program and welcomes volunteers from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities to consider joining our team of angels.

APPLY BELOW VIA PHONE/EMAIL OR WEBSITE

Barefoot Angels Inc

Phone: 321-522-9321 M-F

Website: Barefootangels.org