The Service of Hope is an annual event facilitated by Healing Arts Project Inc. (HAPI) to celebrate faith, hope, and recovery. This ecumenical service supports individuals recovering from mental health and substance use disorders. The event typically includes a worship service with musical selections, readings, a call to worship, and a collection of donations. After the service, there is a reception where food is served, and speakers and performers share their talents, including spoken word presentations. The event aims to promote healing, community awareness, and inclusion through artistic expression. Additionally, donations collected during the event are often used to support other organizations or individual artists in need, furthering their ongoing work. It’s a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together, support one another, and celebrate the power of art and recovery.
Support Needs:
Volunteer Usher Job Summary
The Volunteer Usher will assist with the smooth operation of the worship service by guiding attendees to their seats, distributing programs, and helping with the collection of donations. This role is crucial for ensuring a welcoming and organized environment for all participants.
Usher Responsibilities:
- Greeting and Seating: Welcome attendees and guide them to their seats.
- Program Distribution: Hand out programs and other materials to attendees.
- Donation Collection: Assist with the collection of donations during the service.
- Assistance: Provide general assistance to attendees, including answering questions and offering directions.
- Setup and Breakdown: Help set up the seating area and distribute programs before the service, and assist with packing up materials and tidying the area after the service.
- Post-Service Duties: Help with the transition from the worship service to the reception area.
Reception Support Volunteer Job Summary
The Reception Support Volunteer will assist with the reception following the worship service by helping with food distribution, engaging with attendees, and supporting the speakers and performers. This role is essential for creating a hospitable and enjoyable experience for all guests.
Responsibilities:
- Food Distribution: Assist with setting up and passing out food and beverages to attendees.
- Engagement: Interact with guests, providing information about HAPI and ensuring they feel welcome.
- Speaker and Performer Support: Help speakers and performers with any needs they may have, such as setting up equipment or providing water.
- Setup and Breakdown: Assist with setting up the reception area, arranging food and beverage stations, and packing up materials and cleaning the area after the event.
- Cleanup: Assist with the cleanup and organization of the reception area after the event.
Qualifications:
Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and warmly with attendees.
Customer Service Experience: Previous experience in customer service or event support is a plus.
Reliability: Punctual and dependable, with the ability to commit to the scheduled shift.
Friendly and Approachable: Creates a positive and welcoming atmosphere for attendees.
