CDC depends on volunteer support to stretch services and community activities. Aside from needing help for our annual Fish Fry, you could become involved with any number of areas from the local Special Olympics groups to consumer outings.

We are grateful for any support – whether general or specific such as building workstation fixtures. It all helps meet our mission.

Volunteer Application (PDF format)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

PLAYSCAPE CHILDCARE – Rensselaer Center
(Monday-Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)

Volunteers assist staff with the care of children 2 years through 10 years old. These children deserve encouragement, guidance, and support while they discover and learn through play.

PRESCHOOLERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS – Rensselaer Center
(Monday-Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.)

Volunteers assist the teacher and staff with educational activities for 3-5 year old children integrated within the child care setting.

LIFE SKILLS FOR ADULTS - Monticello & Rensselaer
(Monday-Thursday - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Volunteers are needed to teach self-help skills like exercising, cooking, or various educational programs to small groups of consumers. Volunteers with artistic, musical or hobby interests are much appreciated to share their talents with adult consumers.

SUPPORTED LIVING SERVICES – Various Communities
(Flexible Times)

Volunteers are needed to assist adults who are living independently to access community resources. Groups may be used in the area for one-time special event volunteering for example, hosting a theme or holiday party or planning a special outing.

CDC THRIFT SHOPS – Monticello & Jasper Junction
(Monticello: Mon-Sat - 9:30 - 4:30, Sun 12:00 – 4:00)
(Jasper Junction: Mon-Sun - 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)

Volunteers are needed to assist consumers to learn job tasks. Volunteers are needed to assist with hanging clothing, sorting donations, display presentation, and general retail tasks.

WILCOXON FITNESS CENTER – Monticello Center
(Flexible Times)

Volunteers are needed to monitor community use of exercise equipment following safety training (approx. 8 hrs.) and instruction on how to use equipment.