Real Non-Profit Jobs!

The Veterans Affairs Dept is hiring. What a great way to help others and get a Federal Job. Our veterans worked hard serving their country and need our help taking care of them. Check out their website for job openings all over the country. https://www.vacareers.va.gov/

AARP Foundation's SCSEP helps make connections between 55+ job seekers and employers. For more than 45 years, AARP Foundation's SCSEP has been providing employers with pre-screened, qualified candidates to fill vacant positions with no cost or risk to the employer https://jobs.aarp.org/

Thanks to Habitat for Humanity, more than 2 million people worldwide know there's no place like home. The mission of the not-for-profit, ecumenical Christian organization is to provide adequate and affordable shelter. It has built more than 400,000 houses at cost for families. Search for jobs at http://www.habitat.org/

The Boys & Girls Club Movement includes more than 1,140 independent organizations and the national organization, Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Autonomous local organizations serve youth and communities in 4,300 Club locations with 56,000 adult professional staff, as well as program volunteers and board members. BGCA serves local organizations, but does not manage the operations of individual Clubs. Member organizations are governed locally.

Do you love the YMCA? If you like helping others you should apply to the YMCA. They have part-time and full-time jobs throughout the United States. This is a great time to check into job openings. YMCA of America’s has over 2,700. Use your skills and love of people to get paid and make a difference.

Salvation Army Bell Ringers are needed to work at numerous locations throughout the Birmingham area. Work hours are 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday – Saturday. The job begins November 9 and runs through December 24, 2018. The pay is $8 per hour.

Candidates should have a clean outward appearance, be fun and outgoing and comply with the following: Must have reliable transportation to assigned kettle locations. Clear a background check Pass a drug test. This is a great way to help others and make extra money during the holidays. All applicants will be considered

Welcome October! It's a new month and a great time for helping others. If you love volunteering it's a great time to actually work for a non-profit. Thousands of jobs are available doing something you love. It would be great combining something you love to do and get paid for it!

I courage all graduates and job seekers research volunteering opportunities in your area.

The summer is coming to a close and it's time for a new season. It's a great time to try something new and get involved with a local charity. Food banks are preparing for the colder weather. Donate sweaters and jackets for the homeless. Volunteer at a women's shelter helping moms and kids in transition. Whatever skills you have are in great need.

It's hard to believe Labor day is here and it's time to go back-to-school. Are your children looking for schools community service hours? If so here are some great ideas:

1. Animal Shelter: If your kids love cats and dogs this is a great idea. So many great opportunities at a local shelter. Your kids will have fun interacting with dogs and kitties looking for a forever home.
2. Local Food Bank: The cold weather is coming and food banks are in need. You children can volunteer to help at the food bank facility or they can organize a neighborhood food drive by collecting cans of food.
3. Habitat for Humanity: Kids can get hands on experience using tools and painting. Have them wear old clothes and shoes just in case they get paint on them.
4. Nursing Home: So many nursing home patients are lonely and have not family. Your children can spend some time reading a book or playing a game with a resident. Just sitting and having someone to talk to would be a great help. This would be great for your child if they have no grandparents in town to help connect with an older generation.
5. Charity Shop: How fun would it be for your kids to help sort and distribute donations. They could be a big help and have fun helping those in need. Plus finding vintage treasures is fun.

Before picking a charity make sure the non-profit is approved by the school or club your kids need volunteer hours with. Make sure the non-profit has a good reputation and offers a safe place for your children. Ask if they do background checks on the other volunteers. It's always more fun to go with a friend. Have your son or daughter invite one or many friends to volunteer. I hope they have fun and enjoy their volunteer experience.