Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island’s most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island.

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for Volunteers to join our team! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

Have a passion for assisting those diagnosed with mental illness. Must be a self-starter and well organized.
Must be a high school graduate or the equivalent.
Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.

Schedule: Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Schedule is flexible

Location: Options for Community Living's Thrift Shop; Ronkonkoma, NY

Pay Type: Volunteer

Salary Range: $0/hr. - Unpaid Volunteer Opportunity

Responsibilities:

At Options for Community Living, Inc., individuals living with a mental health diagnosis live, learn, and develop their potential in an environment that respects personal choice. Volunteers help price, sort, display, pack merchandise, and sell donated clothing and household goods. Our Thrift Shop provides a pre-vocational volunteer opportunity for individuals residing in Options for Community Living Inc.'s residential programs. Volunteers work closely with our residents to help them develop customer service, financial management, and store maintenance skills. The shop is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Incredible people doing meaningful work. People come to work at Options to help improve the overall quality of life for individuals within the community. Our welcoming workforce is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable Long Islanders reach their fullest potential.

Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site

Thrift Shop Volunteer