Description

Do you enjoy exercise, being outdoors, and socializing? The Elkridge 50+Center of Howard County Office on Aging and Independence is currently seeking volunteers to serve as Walking Club Ambassadors. Walking Club Ambassadors will be responsible for promoting the program; and facilitating and coordinating daily neighborhood walks while making members feel welcomed and connected. Ambassadors will serve as a cohort group that will work together in coordinating volunteer schedules, facilitating the daily walks, and other duties as assigned.

DUTIES:
· Meeting and greeting all members
· Initiating daily 1-2-mile neighborhood walks (from the 50+ Center)
· Facilitate the walking route
· Work with all Ambassadors in the coordination of schedules, walks, etc.
· Participate and support other walking related activities (Walk Maryland Day)
· Work under the direction of staff
· Follow standard policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:
· Must be in good; physical condition
· Be willing to work outside
· Good communication skills
· Feel comfortable working with older adults
· Good leadership skills
· Ability to follow directions and instructions

REQUIREMENTS:
· Be able to commit to an established ongoing schedule
· Ability to walk approximately 2-miles
· Ability to communicate effectively
· Ability to lead groups

Daily walks take place M-F; 8 am-9 am

*This position will require qualified volunteers to complete a Non-Disclosure Agreement Form.

Non-Disclosure Agreement Form Link:

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Requirements

Minimum age: 21