Karaoke Host Volunteer - Leland House

Program Summary: Our popular Karaoke group at Leland is searching for a new volunteer to host the biweekly event! Music is a great way for residents to socialize, express themselves, and have fun. We are searching for a music-loving and social, outgoing volunteer to host a karaoke group twice a month during a weekday evening.

Location: 21 Newton St, Waltham, MA 02453

Key responsibilities:

• Learn how to use and set up projector, laptop, microphone, and youtube karaoke music.

• Facilitate karaoke group, helping residents select songs to sing along to

• Participate in the singing - encouraging residents to join in and even sing along with residents!

• Socialize with residents and encourage them to come back each week

Impact Goal: To provide a fun and social program for music loving residents.

Qualifications:

• Volunteer must be 16 years and older for this position

• Interested in music and willing to participate in the group

• Strong leadership and independence to facilitate the group

• Comfortable using a projector, laptop and HDMI cord, microphone, and youtube website

• Friendly and welcoming attitude

Time Commitment/Schedule: Preferred schedule: Twice a month on a weekday evening. Volunteer must commit to at least 3 months and keep a regular schedule.

Number of Volunteers Needed: 1

Benefits: Obtain experience working with older adults, become a part of a community doing important work, cultivate new intergenerational friendships, and have fun!

Volunteer Supervisor: Group Services Coordinator at Leland House

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