AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP - Client Choice Specalist

Host Site: Bebashi – Transition to Hope

About the RSVP: The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) connects older adults to long-term, meaningful volunteer opportunities. A part of AmeriCorps Seniors, RSVP supports and engages over half a million volunteers, all 55+, nationwide.

Volunteers get to be a part of Philadelphia’s rich history of community service and innovation. Join other volunteers to share ideas, build skills, and gain a new appreciation for the city!

About the Host Site: Bebashi empowers people to enhance the quality of their health and well-being by providing access to high-quality health care, health education, and social services like food access and case work.

Time Commitment: 8-16 hours a month (at least 2 hours a week; 3+ hours preferred).

Volunteer Activities and Responsibilities:

• Assist Bebashi staff with daily Food Pantry and Personal Boutique services.
• Stock shelves, organize inventory, and promote safe item storage.
• Be a welcoming presence for visitors and clients, providing instructions and sharing helpful information with the site’s guests.
• Assist Bebashi staff with special interest projects and presentations.

Volunteer Eligibility:

• Adults living in Philadelphia who are 55 years or older with:
  • A valid Passport, State Driver’s License, or equivalent ID.
  • Safe and reliable access to a cell phone or email account.
  • 8 or more available hours every month.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Previous work or volunteer experience in human services, pantry services, family health and wellness, or gender care is preferred.
• Knowledge and comfort using Google services (email, forms, sharing documents) is preferred.
• Comfort lifting and/or moving boxes up to 25 lbs. is encouraged for this role.

More Information:

• This is a consistent, ongoing volunteer role. This is not a one-off event.
• This volunteer role will require additional background checks and screenings for enrollment.