Volunteer as Public Health Volunteer in Largo, MD

What

Volunteer Center: Prince George's Volunteer Center

Posted By: Prince George's County Health Department

Description:
The Prince George’s County Health Department Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is seeking volunteers who can contribute their skills and expertise while working alongside Health Department staff during public health emergencies.

MRC volunteers can consist of both medical and non-medical volunteers and will have the opportunity to participate in other health department programs to improve the health of our community throughout the year and in times of community need.

We know there are many county residents interested in helping their local community.

Where

Location:

Contact Info:

Largo, MD 20774

Who & How

Volunteers Needed:

300

Special Requirements:

Adult Volunteers Medical, Non-Medical or Public Health

Volunteer Options:

Interest & Skill Area

Administration/Organizational Support
- Board/Committee Member
- Business Assistance
- Clerical
  - Bulk Mailing
  - Data Entry/Word Processing
  - Filing
  - Receptionist/Telephone Answering
- Computer/Internet Services
  - Computer/Database Programming
  - Network Administration
  - Web Site Development
- Donations Management
  - Donations Distribution
  - Donations Pickup
  - Donations Sorting/Packing
- Finance/Accounting
  - Bookkeeping
  - Financial Planning
- Fundraising
  - Fund-Raising Events
  - Grant Development
  - Pledge Drives
- Interviewing
- Program Management
- Research/Evaluation
- Sales/Cashier
- Stockroom
- Thrift Shop Support
- Volunteer Recruitment/Coordination
Animal Services
- Animal Advocacy
- Animal Exercise
- Animal Foster Care/Rescue
- Animal Grooming
- Animal Shelter Attendee
- Animal Transportation
- Farm Maintenance
- Pet Assisted Therapy
- Veterinary Medicine
  - Licensed Veterinarian
  - Veterinary Technician
Arts/Culture
- Artist
- Backstage Production
- Gallery/Museum Sitting
- Historic Preservation
- Performer/Musician
- Sewing/Needlecraft
- Storytelling
- Tour/Exhibit Guide
- Usher/Ticket Taker
Civic Participation/Political
- Election
- Government Boards/Commissions
- Government Intern
- Lobbying
- Newcomer Assistance
- Opinion Poll Survey
Communications/Marketing
- Amateur Radio Operator
- Conference Exhibit Assistant
- Desktop Publishing
- Graphic Design
- Photography
- Public Relations
- Public Speaking
- Video Production
- Writing/Editing
Counseling/Information Support
- Bereavement
- Call Center
  - Crisis Intervention
  - Helpline
  - Information and Referral
  - Suicide Prevention
- Pastoral/Spiritual Conseling
- Support Group Facilitation
- Therapy
Disaster/Emergency Services
- Disater Related Damage Assessment
- Evacuation Center / Shelter Assistance
- Fire/Rescue
  - Emergency Medical Technician / Paramedic
  - Fire Services
  - First Aid / CPR
  - Search & Rescue
- Safety/Disaster Education
Education
- Career Development
- Classroom Aide
- Computer Literacy
- English Language Instruction
- Field Trip Aide
- Job Coach/Career Development
- Library Assistant
- Literacy
- Reading Encouragement
- Student Dropout Prevention
- Teaching/Instruction
- Tutoring
Health/Substance Abuse
- Blood Drive Assistant
- Dental Care
- Equestrian Therapy
- Hospice Care
- Hospital/Institutional Visit
- Medical Care
- Nursing Care
- Patient Support
- Pregnancy Related
- Rehabilitation
- Respite/Home Health Care
- Speech and Hearing
- Substance Abuse Prevention/Treatment
Interpretation/Translation
- Braille Transcription
- Disability Related Reading Services
- Language Interpretation/Translation
  - Arabic
  - Chinese
  - French
  - German
  - Italian
  - Japanese
  - Korean
  - Polish
  - Portuguese
  - Russian
  - Spanish
  - Tagalog
  - Vietnamese
- Sign Language
Special Event Support
- Bartending
- Bingo Caller
- Concessions
- Decorator Show House
- Event Coordination
- Holiday Related
- Parade Marshall
- Parking Lot
- Party Host/Hostess
- Setup/Cleanup
- Sporting Event Monitor
Transportation
- Designated Driver
- Emergency Transportation
- Moving Assistance
- Paratransit / Special Population Driver
- Travelers Assistance
- Van/Bus Driver

Population(s) Served

Animals
Families
Gay/Lesbian/
Bisexual/Transgender
Ethnic Groups
Immigrants/Refugees
Low Income/Public
Assistance Recipients
Racial Groups
Retirement Communities
Mobility Disabilities
Learning Disabilities
Cognitive Disabilities
Hearing Disabilities
Vision Disabilities
Emotional Disabilities
Seizures Disabilities
Infants/Toddlers
Children
Adolescents
Young Adults
Adults
Older Adults

Social Issue(s) Addressed

Community/
Organizational Development
Disaster/Emergency
Drug/
Alcohol Abuse
Education
Health

Prince George's Volunteer Center P. O. Box 187 Hyattsville, MD 20781

(301) 699-2800 phone (301) 699-2806 fax Info@PrinceGeorgesVolunteer.org