OASIS/FRC Seeks Volunteers

The Cadillac Area OASIS/Family Resource Center and Second Chance Retail Store are conducting volunteer training tomorrow, Thursday, January 22nd, from 1-5 p.m. at their offices, 118 S Mitchell Street in Cadillac.

Volunteers are needed for many areas within the agency including, crisis line workers, childcare, clerical, store workers and maintenance workers.

OASIS/FRC serves victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and homelessness and volunteers are always needed.

If you are interested in attending please call Valerie Shultz at 231-775-7299 today to reserve a spot for training.

Why should you volunteer?

We all know that the labor market is extremely tight right now and we also know that large gaps between employment are not idea on your resume. Sure, you can skip the dates but then an employer may wonder what you’re hiding. Volunteering is a great way to fill in a gap, learn new skills, gain useful experience and meet other people (you know, NETWORK). Volunteering can help you find your next job and launch a new career.

Through volunteer work, you can develop many of the “soft” skills that employers are looking for including communication and teamwork. How many times have you read a job posting for a position that you were interested in and felt that you could do only to be discouraged by the words, prior experience required? Volunteering is a great way to gain the required experience for many jobs. Don’t forget to include your volunteer experience on your resume.

Additional benefits include: meeting new people; trying new things; and having fun!

Please consider volunteering in your community.