Community Event Committee Volunteers

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Position Summary

To provide a more positive experience to the residents of the City of Ecorse and the general public by offering socially diverse activities using various venues throughout the city.

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Orientation

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Event Committee Volunteers are asked to complete the orientation before they can take part in an event.  Masks are required during orientation.  If you have a medical condition that prohibits you from wearing a mask, documentation from a physician is required.  Volunteers are encouraged to attend all in-service sessions for continuing education. Volunteer policies, procedures, service descriptions and training resource packet will be provided. Volunteer applicants are asked to complete disclosure forms for a criminal background check.  Proof of the Covid-19 vaccine including booster is required.  Masks are required at all ECEC events.

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Responsibilities

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• Attend regular meetings of the Ecorse Community Event Committee. Additional meetings may be necessary in planning for events specific to holiday or volunteer events.

• Identify social/diversionary needs of the community and coordinate appropriate activities to fulfill needs.

• Actively participate in events organized for the community and visitors.

• Participation in special events for volunteers is encouraged.

• Regular communication and coordination of events with the Event Committee Chairperson in regard to leading events and activities.

• Screen all event participants according established ECEC guideline.

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Supervision

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The Event Chair supervises the Event Committee volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator supervises the Event Chair.

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Time Commitment

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Events Committee members are required to:

• Attend regular meetings of the Committee and participate in scheduled events.

• Additional meetings may be necessary in planning for events specific to holiday or volunteer events.

• Take lead or co-lead on at least one event per year.

• Attend at least four events per year.

 

Qualifications

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• Actively involved as a volunteer supporting the City of Ecorse, its visitors and the general public.

• Respect of diverse lifestyles, cultures, spiritual beliefs and values. Ability to interact with a variety of people.

• Upholds confidentiality.

• Good interpersonal communication and group facilitation skills.

 

Benefits to the Volunteer

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• Personal satisfaction and growth from providing diversionary activities, as well as emotional and practical support to patients and families.

• An opportunity to develop new friendships and understand lifestyles and values that may be different from you own.

• Increased perspective on the scope of programs and service.