Opportunities From: Bergen Volunteers

Volunteer: Volunteer at Basketball Camps Clinics for Children with Special Needs (Sundays, West Orange)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring of children Working on the court with children in small groups

 

Skills and Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude for special needs youth Patient and kind demeanor-- able to interface with children facing different challenges Excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage others Non-judgmental of people Must enjoy working with children of all backgrounds and be flexible Must wear proper gym attire (shorts/sweats; proper t-shirt; sneakers)

 

Time Commitment:

October 5 – November 9

11:00am – 12:00pm

 

Mike Simmel, CEO Bounce Out the Stigma  bounceoutthestigma.org

201 - 725 - 7224

mike@mightymikebasketball.com

Agency: Bounce Out the Stigma Project

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring of children Working on the court with children in small groups

 

Skills and Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude for special needs youth Patient and kind demeanor-- able to interface with children facing different challenges Excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage others Non-judgmental of people Must enjoy working with children of all backgrounds and be flexible Must wear proper gym attire (shorts/sweats; proper t-shirt; sneakers)

 

Time Commitment:

October 5 – November 9

11:00am – 12:00pm

 

Mike Simmel, CEO Bounce Out the Stigma  bounceoutthestigma.org

201 - 725 - 7224

mike@mightymikebasketball.com

Agency: Bounce Out the Stigma Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 07052

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer at Basketball Camps Clinics for Children with Special Needs (Saturdays, Hawthorne)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring of children Working on the court with children in small groups

 

Skills and Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude for special needs youth Patient and kind demeanor-- able to interface with children facing different challenges Excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage others Non-judgmental of people Must enjoy working with children of all backgrounds and be flexible Must wear proper gym attire (shorts/sweats; proper t-shirt; sneakers)

 

Time Commitment:

October 11 – November 15

10am – 11am

 

Mike Simmel, CEO Bounce Out the Stigma  bounceoutthestigma.org

201 - 725 - 7224

mike@mightymikebasketball.com

Agency: Bounce Out the Stigma Project

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring of children Working on the court with children in small groups

 

Skills and Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude for special needs youth Patient and kind demeanor-- able to interface with children facing different challenges Excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage others Non-judgmental of people Must enjoy working with children of all backgrounds and be flexible Must wear proper gym attire (shorts/sweats; proper t-shirt; sneakers)

 

Time Commitment:

October 11 – November 15

10am – 11am

 

Mike Simmel, CEO Bounce Out the Stigma  bounceoutthestigma.org

201 - 725 - 7224

mike@mightymikebasketball.com

Agency: Bounce Out the Stigma Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 07506

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer at Basketball Camps Clinics for Children with Special Needs (Wednesdays, Paramus)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring of children Working on the court with children in small groups

 

Skills and Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude for special needs youth Patient and kind demeanor-- able to interface with children facing different challenges Excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage others Non-judgmental of people Must enjoy working with children of all backgrounds and be flexible Must wear proper gym attire (shorts/sweats; proper t-shirt; sneakers)

 

Time Commitment:

October 15 - November 19

4:30pm – 6:00pm

 

Mike Simmel, CEO Bounce Out the Stigma  bounceoutthestigma.org

201 - 725 - 7224

mike@mightymikebasketball.com

Agency: Bounce Out the Stigma Project

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring of children Working on the court with children in small groups

 

Skills and Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude for special needs youth Patient and kind demeanor-- able to interface with children facing different challenges Excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage others Non-judgmental of people Must enjoy working with children of all backgrounds and be flexible Must wear proper gym attire (shorts/sweats; proper t-shirt; sneakers)

 

Time Commitment:

October 15 - November 19

4:30pm – 6:00pm

 

Mike Simmel, CEO Bounce Out the Stigma  bounceoutthestigma.org

201 - 725 - 7224

mike@mightymikebasketball.com

Agency: Bounce Out the Stigma Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer at Basketball Camps Clinics for Children with Special Needs (Fridays, Leonia)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring of children Working on the court with children in small groups

 

Skills and Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude for special needs youth Patient and kind demeanor-- able to interface with children facing different challenges Excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage others Non-judgmental of people Must enjoy working with children of all backgrounds and be flexible Must wear proper gym attire (shorts/sweats; proper t-shirt; sneakers)

 

Time Commitment:

October 10 - November 21 (no clinics on October 31)

5:00pm - 6:30pm

 

Mike Simmel, CEO Bounce Out the Stigma  bounceoutthestigma.org

201 - 725 - 7224

mike@mightymikebasketball.com

Agency: Bounce Out the Stigma Project

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring of children Working on the court with children in small groups

 

Skills and Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude for special needs youth Patient and kind demeanor-- able to interface with children facing different challenges Excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage others Non-judgmental of people Must enjoy working with children of all backgrounds and be flexible Must wear proper gym attire (shorts/sweats; proper t-shirt; sneakers)

 

Time Commitment:

October 10 - November 21 (no clinics on October 31)

5:00pm - 6:30pm

 

Mike Simmel, CEO Bounce Out the Stigma  bounceoutthestigma.org

201 - 725 - 7224

mike@mightymikebasketball.com

Agency: Bounce Out the Stigma Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 07605

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: RISE - Reflections InterACTive Summer Experience for teens

Attention TEENS! **PLEASE NOTE** Since the teens are the ones who will be volunteering with this program, I need to hear from them directly, not from the parents/guardians.  The teens are the ones who need to reach out to me to request an application. 


RISE is the spinoff of the Reflections school year program, which addresses a variety of issues through the use of improvisational theatre.

This is a FREE program, funded by the County of Bergen.

RISE uses improvisational techniques to address teen issues, and teens will be trained in a variety of games, activities and exercises and then will be able to share what they have learned with others.

Teens earn volunteer hours and acquire leadership skills and have fun, all at the same time.


This Summer,  RISE will be on Tuesday nights, starting  on July 8th and will run until August 26th.

*NEW TIME: *5:45pm-7:45pm

WHERE: 1 Bergen County Plaza – Hackensack, NJ

THIS IS A DROP IN PROGRAM – THIS MEANS THAT RISE CAST MEMBERS ATTEND WHEN THEY ARE AVAILABLE. WE UNDERSTAND THAT THEY MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND EACH WEEK.

We  will also have other opportunities for RISE participants to earn volunteer hours by attending workshops that we will be leading. This will be explained to them once they are part of the RISE program. Again, this is on a “drop in“ basis, in that cast members attend the events that meet their availability.


To be part of RISE 2025, one needs to have just finished 8th grade, all the way to just graduating high school.

They also must be Bergen County residents.

Agency: Bergen County Division of Family Guidance - Reflections

Attention TEENS! **PLEASE NOTE** Since the teens are the ones who will be volunteering with this program, I need to hear from them directly, not from the parents/guardians.  The teens are the ones who need to reach out to me to request an application. 


RISE is the spinoff of the Reflections school year program, which addresses a variety of issues through the use of improvisational theatre.

This is a FREE program, funded by the County of Bergen.

RISE uses improvisational techniques to address teen issues, and teens will be trained in a variety of games, activities and exercises and then will be able to share what they have learned with others.

Teens earn volunteer hours and acquire leadership skills and have fun, all at the same time.


This Summer,  RISE will be on Tuesday nights, starting  on July 8th and will run until August 26th.

*NEW TIME: *5:45pm-7:45pm

WHERE: 1 Bergen County Plaza – Hackensack, NJ

THIS IS A DROP IN PROGRAM – THIS MEANS THAT RISE CAST MEMBERS ATTEND WHEN THEY ARE AVAILABLE. WE UNDERSTAND THAT THEY MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND EACH WEEK.

We  will also have other opportunities for RISE participants to earn volunteer hours by attending workshops that we will be leading. This will be explained to them once they are part of the RISE program. Again, this is on a “drop in“ basis, in that cast members attend the events that meet their availability.


To be part of RISE 2025, one needs to have just finished 8th grade, all the way to just graduating high school.

They also must be Bergen County residents.

Agency: Bergen County Division of Family Guidance - Reflections

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07601

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Family Promise Youth Council Volunteer

Family Promise Youth Council - Teen Volunteer Opportunities

Family Promise of Bergen County's Youth Council for the Homeless provides teen volunteer opportunities designed for high school students in Bergen County who are looking to make a difference in the lives of families with children facing homelessness and hunger in our community. Throughout the school year, the Youth Council meets monthly and participates in various volunteer and service opportunities that support Family Promise.


The first Family Promise Youth Council meeting for the 2025-26 school year will be held in September.


For more information, questions, and to learn about getting involved, please email Youth Council Director Alina Albano at familypromiseyouthcouncil@gmail.com.

Teen Volunteering Opportunities include:

Preparing a meal for guests of Family Promise's nightly Walk-in Dinner Program in HackensackStarting a homelessness awareness group at your school Organizing and participating in fundraising events for Camp Lots-of-FunAssisting at Family Promise events throughout the year Applying for a Counselor position at Camp Lots-of-Fun

Agency: Family Promise of Bergen County

Family Promise Youth Council - Teen Volunteer Opportunities

Family Promise of Bergen County's Youth Council for the Homeless provides teen volunteer opportunities designed for high school students in Bergen County who are looking to make a difference in the lives of families with children facing homelessness and hunger in our community. Throughout the school year, the Youth Council meets monthly and participates in various volunteer and service opportunities that support Family Promise.


The first Family Promise Youth Council meeting for the 2025-26 school year will be held in September.


For more information, questions, and to learn about getting involved, please email Youth Council Director Alina Albano at familypromiseyouthcouncil@gmail.com.

Teen Volunteering Opportunities include:

Preparing a meal for guests of Family Promise's nightly Walk-in Dinner Program in HackensackStarting a homelessness awareness group at your school Organizing and participating in fundraising events for Camp Lots-of-FunAssisting at Family Promise events throughout the year Applying for a Counselor position at Camp Lots-of-Fun

Agency: Family Promise of Bergen County

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >14 years old

Zip Code: 07450

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Yard and Maintenance Volunteer

A volunteer is needed to assist with light physical labor. Nothing hard or taxing just able to do yard work, assist with simple maintenance tasks and cleanup chores. Their efforts would be directed/coordinated by our experienced staff.

 

Museum hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm.  

To register to volunteer please call Ralph directly at 201-288-6344.

Agency: The Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey

A volunteer is needed to assist with light physical labor. Nothing hard or taxing just able to do yard work, assist with simple maintenance tasks and cleanup chores. Their efforts would be directed/coordinated by our experienced staff.

 

Museum hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm.  

To register to volunteer please call Ralph directly at 201-288-6344.

Agency: The Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07608

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Arts and Crafts Volunteer

Volunteers have a choice of assisting members with aphasia in an art group or at our member-run gift shop making jewelry. Accent is on providing friendly conversation and assistance to those with limited hand mobility.

Times -
Monday-Wednesday 1 hour shifts between 10:30 am - 2:15 pm

We ask all volunteers to commit to at least one hour a week for our 15 week semester.

Agency: Adler Aphasia Center

Volunteers have a choice of assisting members with aphasia in an art group or at our member-run gift shop making jewelry. Accent is on providing friendly conversation and assistance to those with limited hand mobility.

Times -
Monday-Wednesday 1 hour shifts between 10:30 am - 2:15 pm

We ask all volunteers to commit to at least one hour a week for our 15 week semester.

Agency: Adler Aphasia Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 07607

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Concierge Services

Assist with welcoming incoming patients and visitors and directing them to their desired locations in the Medical Center.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Assist with welcoming incoming patients and visitors and directing them to their desired locations in the Medical Center.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Pastoral Care

Assist with the transportation of residents to and from the chapel for services.

Catholic Service: Sunday-1:45pm to 4:15pm

 

 

 

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Assist with the transportation of residents to and from the chapel for services.

Catholic Service: Sunday-1:45pm to 4:15pm

 

 

 

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Long Term Care

Assist residents with daily activities and light chores, engage them in conversation and support staff during recreation and patient rounding.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Assist residents with daily activities and light chores, engage them in conversation and support staff during recreation and patient rounding.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Emergency Department

Assist Emergency Department staff with patient care rounding and the transporting of items to and from the Lab and Pharmacy.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Assist Emergency Department staff with patient care rounding and the transporting of items to and from the Lab and Pharmacy.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Operating Room

Assist the Operating Room staff with room turnover, transporting items, stocking supplies and clerical duties.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Assist the Operating Room staff with room turnover, transporting items, stocking supplies and clerical duties.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Ambulatory Care Clinic

Assist Ambulatory Care staff with patient room turnover between appointments.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Assist Ambulatory Care staff with patient room turnover between appointments.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Recreational Therapy

Assist the Recreational Therapy staff in engaging our long-term care residents with fun activities that enhance their quality of life and support their health and wellness.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Assist the Recreational Therapy staff in engaging our long-term care residents with fun activities that enhance their quality of life and support their health and wellness.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Behavioral Health Services – Geriatric Care

Assist BHS staff with preventing falls of our high-risk clients and engaging those clients with conversation and companionship.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Assist BHS staff with preventing falls of our high-risk clients and engaging those clients with conversation and companionship.

Agency: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07652

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Special Event - Haunted Forest

Helping our education staff at our annual Haunted Forest is an effective way to make a difference while helping to educate our community. 

We are seeking volunteers who are interested in helping our education staff at our annual Haunted Forest. Tenafly Nature Center Environmental Educators will guide small groups along the nature center trails. Designed to be entertaining and educational (not scary), tours take 1.5 hours. After which participants can enjoy refreshments and crafts around the campfire. Volunteers are needed to help lead the tours, aid in the craft or game stations, and assist at the campfire. 

2025 Schedule: Sunday, October 26 Help is needed between the hours of 2:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Age: Ages 14+ Minimum Requirement: 3 hours

Agency: Tenafly Nature Center

Helping our education staff at our annual Haunted Forest is an effective way to make a difference while helping to educate our community. 

We are seeking volunteers who are interested in helping our education staff at our annual Haunted Forest. Tenafly Nature Center Environmental Educators will guide small groups along the nature center trails. Designed to be entertaining and educational (not scary), tours take 1.5 hours. After which participants can enjoy refreshments and crafts around the campfire. Volunteers are needed to help lead the tours, aid in the craft or game stations, and assist at the campfire. 

2025 Schedule: Sunday, October 26 Help is needed between the hours of 2:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Age: Ages 14+ Minimum Requirement: 3 hours

Agency: Tenafly Nature Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 26, 2025

Zip Code: 07670

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Senior Ranger

Ranger are trained volunteers that support the education staff with public programming. The main focus of the Ranger program is to enhance our interactions with the general public and share the educator experience with the next generation of environmentalists. Volunteer Needed March - May, June - August, September - November Next season starts in Sept. 2021.  Senior Rangers must be entering 10th, 11th, and 12th grades under the age of 18.

 

Agency: Flat Rock Brook

Ranger are trained volunteers that support the education staff with public programming. The main focus of the Ranger program is to enhance our interactions with the general public and share the educator experience with the next generation of environmentalists. Volunteer Needed March - May, June - August, September - November Next season starts in Sept. 2021.  Senior Rangers must be entering 10th, 11th, and 12th grades under the age of 18.

 

Agency: Flat Rock Brook

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07631

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Camp Counselors

Counselors assist our teachers in preparing and leading activities and work directly with our campers! Their goal is to provide a safe and fun learning environment for everyone that attends our camp. We provide training to all of our counselors to ensure that they have a safe and healthy summer. The training includes first aid and CPR classes if necessary. Camp counselors must be 16+ years old. Volunteers needed June - August.

Agency: Flat Rock Brook

Counselors assist our teachers in preparing and leading activities and work directly with our campers! Their goal is to provide a safe and fun learning environment for everyone that attends our camp. We provide training to all of our counselors to ensure that they have a safe and healthy summer. The training includes first aid and CPR classes if necessary. Camp counselors must be 16+ years old. Volunteers needed June - August.

Agency: Flat Rock Brook

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07631

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Forest Defenders


Our Forest Defenders are important volunteers who help us maintain our preserve. Training will be provided.

The TNC Preserve is under invasion and we need your help! Non-native plants have been encroaching into our forest, causing harm to native plants and reducing our biodiversity. Unchecked, these” invasive species” can toxify the soil and shade out native plants. Help remove these pesky plants twice a month with the Forest Defenders!

Learn to identify different invasive species and work with our Land Manager to implement various removal techniques. Forest Defenders is open to adults, teenagers and families. Kids 15 and under must be accompanied by a guardian.

Schedule: 2nd & 4th Sunday each month 10:00 - 12:00 Age: Ages 14+ Minimum Requirement: 

Agency: Tenafly Nature Center


Our Forest Defenders are important volunteers who help us maintain our preserve. Training will be provided.

The TNC Preserve is under invasion and we need your help! Non-native plants have been encroaching into our forest, causing harm to native plants and reducing our biodiversity. Unchecked, these” invasive species” can toxify the soil and shade out native plants. Help remove these pesky plants twice a month with the Forest Defenders!

Learn to identify different invasive species and work with our Land Manager to implement various removal techniques. Forest Defenders is open to adults, teenagers and families. Kids 15 and under must be accompanied by a guardian.

Schedule: 2nd & 4th Sunday each month 10:00 - 12:00 Age: Ages 14+ Minimum Requirement: 

Agency: Tenafly Nature Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 07670

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Musicians Needed

Volunteer musicians are needed to play any time during the day especially during meals on Christian Health's Wyckoff campus. Hours are typically between 10:00am to noon, 1:30 to 3:30pm and 5:00pm to 7:00pm. 

Requirements: All Christian Health volunteers must complete an application, annual training, background screening. If volunteering in resident/patient areas, Christian Health requires at least a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service throughout the calendar year and to be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 and influenza for the current flu season (November - April). 

Agency: Christian Health

Volunteer musicians are needed to play any time during the day especially during meals on Christian Health's Wyckoff campus. Hours are typically between 10:00am to noon, 1:30 to 3:30pm and 5:00pm to 7:00pm. 

Requirements: All Christian Health volunteers must complete an application, annual training, background screening. If volunteering in resident/patient areas, Christian Health requires at least a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service throughout the calendar year and to be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 and influenza for the current flu season (November - April). 

Agency: Christian Health

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07481

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Spectrum for Living Volunteer

You Can Make a Difference
Volunteers are an essential part of the Spectrum Family. Each individual who donates their time by volunteering helps improve and enrich the quality of life for all Spectrum clients.

Using your talents to help others Connecting with people Exploring new career options Giving back to the community Developing new skills Feeling a sense of fulfillment

Locations
Volunteer opportunities are available at our Closter Intermediate Care Facility, Residential Group Homes in Bergenfield, Edison, Elmwood Park, Glen Rock, Haworth, Hillsdale, Maywood, Northvale, Norwood, Paramus, Wayne and Westwood, Residential Apartments in Closter, Edison, Ringwood, River Vale, Rockleigh, and our Adult Training Centers in Edison, North Haledon, Ringwood, Teaneck, and Westwood.

Volunteer Requirements
Minimum Age:

16 years of age

Minimum Commitment:

Able to commit to a regular schedule where applicable

Other Requirements:

Placement interview English proficiency Two references Criminal record search

There’s more than One Way to Help:

Friendly Visitor – Come as an individual or visit with your family to socialize with our residents. Bring a favorite game to play, small craft activity, or entertain with your musical talent. Feel free to use your skills to create a meaningful visit.

**We ask that Friendly Visitors please commit at least 25 hours per year. Your visits & friendship mean a lot to our consumers and we want them and you to get the most out of this program.

Adopt a Garden – Help plant and maintain flower and vegetable gardens located at all Spectrum residential and training facilities.

Recreation – Assist with planned Recreation Program activities including canteens, bowling, arts and crafts, cooking, woodworking, talent shows, and more.

Therapy Dog Program – Bring your certified therapy dog to visit our residential and training facilities.

Skill Based Volunteering – Provide instruction in music, art, computers, cooking and woodworking to our residents and/or assist with carpentry or painting services as needed.

Clerical volunteering is usually available at the River Vale Corporate Office.

How Do I Become a Volunteer?

Simply fill out an application and if you meet the requirements, we will contact you for a personal interview.

For more information on individual or group volunteering, contact Kathy Bentzen at:
Phone: (201) 358-8000 x3026
Email: kbentzen@spectrumforliving.org

For more information on corporate volunteering and/or days of service, contact Elizabeth Boyajian at:
Phone: (201) 358-8081
Email: eboyajian@spectrumforliving.org

 

Submit Volunteer Application

Agency: Spectrum for Living

You Can Make a Difference
Volunteers are an essential part of the Spectrum Family. Each individual who donates their time by volunteering helps improve and enrich the quality of life for all Spectrum clients.

Using your talents to help others Connecting with people Exploring new career options Giving back to the community Developing new skills Feeling a sense of fulfillment

Locations
Volunteer opportunities are available at our Closter Intermediate Care Facility, Residential Group Homes in Bergenfield, Edison, Elmwood Park, Glen Rock, Haworth, Hillsdale, Maywood, Northvale, Norwood, Paramus, Wayne and Westwood, Residential Apartments in Closter, Edison, Ringwood, River Vale, Rockleigh, and our Adult Training Centers in Edison, North Haledon, Ringwood, Teaneck, and Westwood.

Volunteer Requirements
Minimum Age:

16 years of age

Minimum Commitment:

Able to commit to a regular schedule where applicable

Other Requirements:

Placement interview English proficiency Two references Criminal record search

There’s more than One Way to Help:

Friendly Visitor – Come as an individual or visit with your family to socialize with our residents. Bring a favorite game to play, small craft activity, or entertain with your musical talent. Feel free to use your skills to create a meaningful visit.

**We ask that Friendly Visitors please commit at least 25 hours per year. Your visits & friendship mean a lot to our consumers and we want them and you to get the most out of this program.

Adopt a Garden – Help plant and maintain flower and vegetable gardens located at all Spectrum residential and training facilities.

Recreation – Assist with planned Recreation Program activities including canteens, bowling, arts and crafts, cooking, woodworking, talent shows, and more.

Therapy Dog Program – Bring your certified therapy dog to visit our residential and training facilities.

Skill Based Volunteering – Provide instruction in music, art, computers, cooking and woodworking to our residents and/or assist with carpentry or painting services as needed.

Clerical volunteering is usually available at the River Vale Corporate Office.

How Do I Become a Volunteer?

Simply fill out an application and if you meet the requirements, we will contact you for a personal interview.

For more information on individual or group volunteering, contact Kathy Bentzen at:
Phone: (201) 358-8000 x3026
Email: kbentzen@spectrumforliving.org

For more information on corporate volunteering and/or days of service, contact Elizabeth Boyajian at:
Phone: (201) 358-8081
Email: eboyajian@spectrumforliving.org

 

Submit Volunteer Application

Agency: Spectrum for Living

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07675

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Crafty Volunteers

If you love crafts and would like to spend time with older adults sharing your talents, we promise you a rewarding experience.  Residents love to cut, paste, and color.  Come alone, or organize a group.

You have to be fully vaccinated in order to come to Bright Side Manor.

Agency: Bright Side Manor

If you love crafts and would like to spend time with older adults sharing your talents, we promise you a rewarding experience.  Residents love to cut, paste, and color.  Come alone, or organize a group.

You have to be fully vaccinated in order to come to Bright Side Manor.

Agency: Bright Side Manor

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 07666

Allow Groups: No