ResponsibilitiesAnswer telephones and take messagesProvide assistance to walk-in customersProvide tours of the centerAssist center staff with special projects as assignedQualificationsAbility to use a multi-line telephoneCustomer Service skill and experienceFriendly and outgoing personalityAbility to speak clearlyAbility to take messages in legible handwriting Helpful attitudeWillingness to learn
Time Requirements to be specified for each individual volunteer Weekday, daytime hours Shifts vary Training and Benefits Orientation and Ongoing support There are no benefits or cash remuneration for this position.
Minimum age: 18
Dates: 02/09/2024 - 07/09/2024
5 Positions available!
Bain 50+ Center
Tammy Wiggins
twiggins@howardcountymd.gov
(410) 313-7469
Opp Available Positions: 5
The Howard County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) is interested in a Korean-speaking volunteer to assist it with its work. OCP handles complaints between consumers and businesses, and between tenants and their landlords. OCP also provides education, presentations, and provides outreach to the community on these topics. The volunteer would provide verbal and written translations to help investigators communicate with consumers or business owners and represent OCP at in-person or virtual programming where Korean is necessary. This is an "on demand" volunteer opportunity to begin but can expand to regular "office hours" as the program expands. Excellent verbal and written skills in Korean is required for this position.This position will require a background check.For more information, please contact Tracy Rezvani at trezvani@howardcountymd.gov or 410-313-6569
Minimum age: 21
Ongoing Opportunity
Only 1 Position available!
Consumer Protection | Howard County (howardcountymd.gov)
Tracy Rezvani
trezvani@howardcountymd.gov
(410) 313-6569
Opp Available Positions: 1
SHIP/SMP counselors conduct unbiased, confidential individual counseling sessions to assist clients in making their personal decisions related to Medicare. Topics may include Original Medicare (Parts A and B), Medicare prescription drug plans, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare supplemental plans, bills for Medicare covered services and Medicare Summary Notice concerns (including appeals). Counselors also screen for benefit programs related to Medicare and provide application assistance when appropriate. As needed, counselors provide referrals to other agencies. Counselors provide Medicare fraud education and assist in the recognition of possible fraud, error and abuse. Counseling is provided in person and on the phone.MUST BE BILINGUAL**
Unlimited Positions available!
SHIP provides its services at the County's 50+ Centers and various spaces within the county.
Ayse Tokbay
atokbay@howardcounytmd.gov
(410) 313-7389
Opp Available Positions:
1. Attend Senior Planet "Assistant" Video Training
Ideal Qualifications Passion for Technology: Eagerly embraces technology, showing a keen interest in potential career paths like cybersecurity, computer engineering, or computer science. Versatility with Devices: Proficient in both Apple/Android and PC/Mac products, demonstrating a well-rounded grasp of diverse operating systems and devices. Tech Savvy: Capable of confidently addressing various basic questions about smart devices, Bluetooth technology, and internet navigation. Can simplify technical concepts for easy comprehension. Graphic Design and Social Media Skills: Possesses experience in graphic design and/or social media content creation, or a strong desire to acquire these skills for contributing to tech education content. Reliable Transportation: Maintains dependable transportation for traveling to different county sites to offer tech assistance. Flexibility in commuting is crucial for efficient reach across various locations.
Minimum age: 16
Dates: 02/23/2024 - 12/30/2025
2 Positions available!
Some travel will be required
Mallory Burgess
mburgess@howardcountymd.gov
(410) 313-6542
Opp Available Positions: 2
East Columbia 50+ Center
Meridy McCague
mmccague@howardcountymd.gov
(410) 313-7684
ResponsibilitiesAnswer telephones and take messagesProvide assistance to walk-in customersProvide tours of the centerAssist center staff with special projects as assigned QualificationsAbility to use a multi-line telephoneCustomer Service skill and experienceFriendly and outgoing personalityAbility to speak clearlyAbility to take messages in legible handwriting Helpful attitudeWillingness to learn
Ellicot City 50+ Center
Stephanie Simon
ssimon@howardcountymd.gov
(410) 313-1415
Glenwood 50+ Center
Regina Jenkins
rjenkins@howardcountymd.gov
(410) 313-5443
North Laurel 50 + Center
Lucky Sohi
lsohi@howardcountymd.gov
(410) 313-0388
SHIP/SMP counselors conduct unbiased, confidential individual counseling sessions to assist clients in making their personal decisions related to Medicare. Topics may include Original Medicare (Parts A and B), Medicare prescription drug plans, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare supplemental plans, bills for Medicare covered services and Medicare Summary Notice concerns (including appeals). Counselors also screen for benefit programs related to Medicare and provide application assistance when appropriate. As needed, counselors provide referrals to other agencies. Counselors provide Medicare fraud education and assist in the recognition of possible fraud, error and abuse. Counseling is provided in person and on the phone.
