Nonprofit
Published 9/16/25 1:17PM

RMH Room Refresher

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Minneapolis, MN
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteers commit to a weekly 2-3 hour shift between the hours of 10am-7pm, any day of the week.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Housing & Homelessness, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    14+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers complete an online orientation, criminal background check, and health screening prior to starting this role.

    Description

    RMH Room Refresher

    At our 5 Minnesota locations, we keep families close to the care they need.

    Volunteers are the Heart of the House - register for orientation here: https://vhub.at/IndividualApp

    Room Refreshers are dedicated volunteers who ensure that we provide a comfortable and clean environment for new families. This amazing team of volunteers works hard to guarantee that our overnight rooms meet our high cleanliness standards and are prepped and stocked for families before they arrive. Key responsibilities for Room Refreshers:

    • Restocking toiletry items (shampoo, soap, etc.)
    • Assisting with laundry
    • Making and preparing beds
    • Vacuuming rooms
    • Dusting room surfaces

    Typical Hours and Commitment

    Room Refreshers commit to a weekly or bi-weekly shift that is typically 2-3 hours long between 10am-7pm seven days a week. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of one full semester, or 50 hours.

    Is the Room Refresher role right for you?

    Our team of Room Refreshers enjoy making a room sparkle! Most work independently, or in teams of two with a buddy. These volunteers a vital to ensuring families arrive to a comfortable and clean room and have a knack for an attention to detail. This role is great for individuals with:

    • A strong attention to detail and ability to work on your feet throughout shift
    • The ability to work independently
    • Good communication skills
    • A love of organizing and a detail-oriented mindset
    • The ability to prioritize numerous tasks at once
    • A willingness to learn and perform common cleaning skills

    Training

    An overview of your position will be provided during your orientation and House tour. On the day of your first shift, you will meet some of the RMH staff members who will be providing you guidance throughout your time in the House. More detailed training and guidelines will be provided at the start of each shift. A criminal background check and health screening is required before starting this role.

    Reach out to the volunteer team at volunteer@rmhc-uppermidwest.org for more information or to get started.

    Location

    On-site
    621 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota, US

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