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Senior Nutrition- El Cajon
El Cajon Red Shield

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with The Salvation Army, East County Red Shield in the Senior Nutrition program

What You'll Do:

  • Set up/Clean up for the program. This may include cleaning dishes, wiping down tables after each client, lowering chairs from tables and setting them on top of tables after program, other duties as assigned

  • Prepare utensil sets to ensure our senior nutrition lunches are ready to be enjoyed

  • Serve our senior client’s coffee, tea and water during lunch

  • Help greet and check in clients

Qualifications:

  • Screening Process: Requires an interview over the phone, a background check, three references, and an online trainings.

  • Must commit to volunteering at least once a week for 3 months.

  • Able to lift and carry a minimum of 15 pounds and be on your feet for the duration of the shift

  • Must be able to work with the public and have a passion for helping the un-housed and low-income individuals.

Available Shifts: Monday through Friday 9am to Noon

What to expect next:

  • We will e-mail you to set up a time for a phone interview

  • You will also be sent a background check form to fill out.

  • We will call your references

  • Your application will be processed

  • Once you are cleared there are a few on-line training courses for you to complete

  • Once this is completed you will be sent a link to sign up for shift or set up a shift with your site manager

To know:

  • We are NOT accepting court ordered volunteers at this location

  • This process typically takes roughly 2 weeks to complete

  • Volunteers must be at least 18 years old

  • Volunteers must have the cognitive ability to provide consent for themselves and work independently

  • Volunteers must be prepared to interact compassionately with individuals experiencing housing instability and potential mental health concerns



Volunteer Now!  


When: This opportunity is ongoing

Where: El Cajon Red Shield
1025 E Main St.
El Cajon, CA 92021

Good Fit For: Adults, Seniors

Restrictions: No court ordered volunteers, no volunteers under the age of 18.

Questions? Adriana Thiele
(619) 446-0239
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