Open Arms Recovery Resource Center is an unfunded organization under the umbrella of SCCASA, that is able to operate through the generous donation of rent free space by Christ the Shepherd Lutheran Church in Schoharie, NY. Our center will only grow through the support of the community itself. This is a place for the community, by the community to support people on the journey to conquer the disease of addiction. As we grow and see an increase in the utilization of the space we are going to need help. Would you consider being an Open Arms volunteer?
What is a volunteer exactly?
A volunteer is non-paid position, who is bound to all SCCASA policies and procedures, and has agreed to and signed off on our volunteer code of ethics.
A volunteer is usually a member of the recovery community either through self-use or a family member of someone who has a substance use disorder. Howver we also would want a person who does not have lived or shared experience but sees the need and is interested in giving back and helping. To become a volunteer a person needs to fill out the form below to start the process. A brief application will be filled out and submitted. They will contact the interested individual within the first 48 hours of submitting the application. At that time the process is explained, including when the next volunteer orientation is, the different shifts and duties that are available and if interested set up for a time to come in and see the Center.
What does a volunteer do?
Volunteers will help create a caring, compassionate and efficient environment for our guests and members.
The Center will utilize general volunteers to assist in daily operations.
Volunteers may also be trained in many aspect of recovery from an addiction and have a more specialized role at the Center.
A volunteer may be a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate or a Peer Support Specialist, who both have more specific training in both addictions and recovery verses a general volunteer.
A volunteer may also be an individual who just wants to get involved and give back.
Volunteers will be recruited from our recovery capital, including local providers, 12-step groups, faith-based groups and other individuals and organizations looking to improve the quality of life for the person seeking recovery and their families.
All volunteers will be expected to abide by the Code of Conduct (Center Rules).
Get invovled with the community and help us spread the mission of the center
Be present in the center to connect with people on Tuesdays and Thursdays for a few hours
What is expected of a volunteer?
Be professional at all times;
Have a recovery oriented attitude (recovery is real)
Will be screened by office manager/volunteer coordinator for appropriateness.
