BE A PADS SITE VOLUNTEER!
Each October 1st, the PADS sites open for the winter months. The sites are staffed entirely by volunteers who prepare, supervise, and clean sleeping accommodations. They also provide, prepare, and offer dinner, breakfast, and a sack lunch, all in a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment. All new volunteers are required to attend a 2-hour training. Everyone is welcome, and no reservations are needed. For a list of Volunteer Training Dates and locations, click here. For more information about volunteering at the PADS sites, please contact the PADS Program Director at (847) 963-9163, ext. 21.
● Volunteers are especially needed for the 11-3 and 3-7 shifts.
● Youth volunteers must be at least a junior/senior in high school and will be supervised at all times.
VOLUNTEER DUTIES:
SETUP SHIFT site specific (begins 6:00pm)
-ready sleeping area (set up pads, linens, receive food donations)
-set up facility, prepare serving area and registration desk, monitor parking lot(s)
-set up dining area
FIRST SHIFT (6:30-11:00pm)
-provide food as assigned and prepared by volunteers
-register guests
-assist with serving dinner
-make guests feel welcome
-monitor all areas and secure doors at 9:00pm (trips to car and smoking breaks
must be accompanied by male volunteer)
SECOND SHIFT (11:00pm-3:00am – male/female team required)
-maintain intake desk
-admit approved late arrivals
-prepare lunches (site specific)
-monitor all site areas hourly
THIRD SHIFT (3:00-7:00am – male/female team required)
-maintain intake desk
-admit approved late arrivals
-awaken guests
-prepare and serve breakfast
CLEANUP SHIFT (6:00-7:00am)
-wipe down/put away mattresses, pillows, tables, chairs
-mop or vacuum floors
-clean restrooms
-empty trashcans
-put away toiletries and clothing
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