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Volunteer
Volunteer Peer Counselor
Independence, Inc. is looking for volunteers who are people with disabilities who voluntarily offer their assistance to others with disabilities. They provide advocacy, training, and emotional support. They serve as role models for others who have disabilities similar to their own. Volunteer Peer Counselors receive training in listening and counseling skills, teaching skills, and procedures. Their work is supervised and they are provided ample opportunities for additional training and networking with other peer counselors. Training programs take place regularly. If you wish to become a Volunteer Peer Counselor, or for more information, call or email Ranita Wilks at 841-0333 ext. 115, or rwilks@independenceinc.org.
Community Involvement Steering Committee
Independence, Inc. is looking for volunteers who are willing to participate in development and fundraising activities throughout the year. This committee meets frequently during fundraising events, and is looking for dedicated, outgoing people to join us brainstorm and raise money for Independence, Inc. For more information call Brenda Brown at 841-0333 X 105, or bbrown@independenceinc.org.
Independence, Inc. Board of Directors
We are seeking committed board members who will serve a three year term. The board meets the second Monday of every month at 5:15pm. Individuals must be willing to participate in Independence, Inc. activities, portray Independence, Inc. in a positive manner, and contribute to our mission and vision in the community. Individuals with disabilities are welcome. For more information, call or email Stacey Hunter Schwartz at 841-0333 ext. 104, or shschwartz@independenceinc.org. |
