Opportunity Details

Raleigh Parks will be hosting a Community Mental Health Check-In Program at Marsh Creek Community Center for Mental Health Awareness Month. The check-in program was designed to be an uplifting mental health promotion program that creates an approachable atmosphere that fosters dialogue about mental well-being. The program will include interactive booths, music, community resources, fitness demos and prizes with a focus on fun!

Duties and Impact:

Volunteers will have an opportunity to connect with families whilst facilitating interactive activities to promote mental health awareness. Additionally, volunteers will work alongside Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources health and wellness staff and local agencies to promote mental health resources.

Volunteer duties may include serving as a greeters to welcome participants at the registration table, or as activity facilitators for the following booths: Registration, uplift, paint your heart, boost, thrive, know your limit, mood matters, raffle and photo booth. Supplies for each booth will be provided.

Work Environment:

Volunteers will be stationed inside the community center. The environment will be loud, and active. The physical demands will be moderate. Volunteers may be asked to bend, reach or lift no more than 5 to 10 pounds. Restrooms and water fountains will be available for volunteers.

Requirements:

Ages 15+. Those under 16 must have a parent/guardian present
Complete a release form (if prompted). Those under 18 will need a parent/guardian signature

Other Instructions:

Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
Wear close-toed sneakers or hiking boots
Bring your own filled water bottle
Volunteers are encouraged to wear attire that promotes positive messaging around health or mental wellbeing for the event

Per department policy, this volunteer opportunity is not to be used towards court-appointed/ suggested community service hours.

Opportunity Name: Marsh Creek Community Mental Health Check-In Program
Description: Raleigh Parks will be hosting a Community Mental Health Check-In Program at Marsh Creek Community Center for Mental Health Awareness Month. The check-in program was designed to be an uplifting mental health promotion program that creates an approachable atmosphere that fosters dialogue about mental well-being. The program will include interactive booths, music, community resources, fitness demos and prizes with a focus on fun! Duties and Impact: Volunteers will have an opportunity to connect with families whilst facilitating interactive activities to promote mental health awareness. Additionally, volunteers will work alongside Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources health and wellness staff and local agencies to promote mental health resources. Volunteer duties may include serving as a greeters to welcome participants at the registration table, or as activity facilitators for the following booths: Registration, uplift, paint your heart, boost, thrive, know your limit, mood matters, raffle and photo booth. Supplies for each booth will be provided. Work Environment: Volunteers will be stationed inside the community center. The environment will be loud, and active. The physical demands will be moderate. Volunteers may be asked to bend, reach or lift no more than 5 to 10 pounds. Restrooms and water fountains will be available for volunteers. Requirements: Ages 15+. Those under 16 must have a parent/guardian present Complete a release form (if prompted). Those under 18 will need a parent/guardian signature Other Instructions: Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Wear close-toed sneakers or hiking boots Bring your own filled water bottle Volunteers are encouraged to wear attire that promotes positive messaging around health or mental wellbeing for the event Per department policy, this volunteer opportunity is not to be used towards court-appointed/ suggested community service hours.
Date/Time:	Sat, May 18, 2024 - 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Spots Available:	5
Meeting Location:	Marsh Creek Park 3050 N New Hope Road Raleigh, NC 27604 View Map / Get Directions
Organizer:	Rachel Van Noordt rachel.vannoordt@raleighnc.gov 919-812-8580

Category:	Event

Opportunity Details | Marsh Creek Community Mental Health Check-In Program