Volunteers from all walks of life participate in Trinity Programs. If you have a talent or skill (or are willing to acquire one), or if you just appreciate the value of hard work, fill out the form and let us know.
Operating over 100 buildings maintaining 75+ vehicles, and serving more than 1000 individuals means that there is always something helpful to do.
Volunteers in all programs are welcome, either to work directly with individuals or support the agency in other ways. Volunteer time can also help to meet community service requirements for many high schools and courts.
Volunteer Postings
Below is a listing of volunteer positions currently available at Trinity Services.
Consider helping our team today. Apply by sending in an application or by visiting the office nearest you.
Apply For one of the Volunteer Positions listed below using the printable application found here. Send you application via fax to 815-485-9145, attention: Sherry Ladislas, or mail it to his attention at: Trinity Services, Inc. 2081 Calistoga Drive, Suite 1N, New Lenox, IL 60451.
| Title |
Library Assistant |
| Date Posted |
02.10.10 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
Trinity Employee Library |
| Description |
Trinity Services maintains a small reference library for employees who need information about disabilities, leadership, or other topics for professional development. A large selection of periodical articles collected over the years need to be scanned into electronic format. If you would able to come to our building and scan documents, this volunteer job is for you. |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 8157173750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
Human Rights Committee Volunteer |
| Date Posted |
05.11.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
Joliet |
| Description |
Human Rights Committee meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of every month from 9am-12pm. One of the Committee's assignments is to analyze any restrictions suggested for individuals served by Trinity to ensure these restrictions are beneficial to that person. It will also determine if any current restrictions need to be removed. Experience in working with people who have disabilities is not required, as varying perspectives on this subject matter is desired for the decision making process. |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder (FASD) Volunteer |
| Date Posted |
04.14.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
New Lenox |
| Description |
An exciting new opportunity with Trinity's FASD program, working alongside the program's director. Volunteer must have computer skills, writing capabilities, as well as interest in this field. This position is a long-term commitment, at least 6 months. |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
Horticulture Volunteer |
| Date Posted |
04.14.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
Joliet |
| Description |
As a plant sale volunteer assistant you will be able to help with the preparation, planting, and assist in the Annual Trinity Flower sale. Some of the things you could be doing are preparing plants, arranging containers, creating tags and labels, and much, much, more! This is an exciting position that will have you working hands on with plants and the garden as well as interacting with the people we serve!
When the sale is over you can continue to help as a horticulture volunteer assistant. You will be able to help with gardening, planting, and continue to work with the individuals we serve in our all day horticulture therapy program all year long. |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
New Lenox Woodworks Volunteer Assistant |
| Date Posted |
04.14.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
New Lenox |
| Description |
If you enjoy working with wood, then New Lenox Woodworks needs you! In this wood shop, adults with developmental disabilities learn the skills needed to make hand-crafted items such as lawn furniture, bean bag games, hope chests, swings, and Adirondack rocker benches. Share your ideas, your knowledge of wood, power tools, and staining techniques, and watch as ordinary cut wood is transformed into quality finished products available for sale. You’ll also enjoy the friendships you will make in the process. |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
Triple Diamond Designs Volunteer Assistant |
| Date Posted |
04.14.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
Joliet |
| Description |
Triple Diamond Designs teaches adults with developmental disabilities to make jewelry and other beaded fashion designs. If you have a creative flair and would like to help others learn more about this fun hobby, share your time and talent anytime Monday-Friday from 9:30 – 3:30. |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
All Area Custom Design Printing Assistant |
| Date Posted |
04.14.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
Joliet |
| Description |
As an assistant in the All Area shop you may have the opportunity to learn to embroider, screen print, and design clothing.
*All Area is a support business of Trinity Services Inc. * |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
Events/Volunteer Assistant |
| Date Posted |
04.14.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
Joliet, varies |
| Description |
The Events Assistant may help at the following events:
Spring Plant Sale--May 3rd & 9th, 2009 (Joliet)
Barkfest--May 16th, 2009 (Wilmington)
Scarecrow Fest--October 17th, 2009 (Joliet)
Dinner Dance--September 12th, 2009 (Tinley Park)
ROXY Theater--Most Wednesday & Friday nights from 6pm-9pm (Lockport) |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
*Trinity Volunteer Friend |
| Date Posted |
04.14.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
Joliet, New Lenox, Frankfort, Wilmington, & Lockport |
| Description |
Would you like to meet someone new? Have fun and meet a new friend?
As Trinity volunteer friend, you will have an opportunity to read and socialize with the people we serve. Many of the people we work with enjoy hearing a book, playing a game, and having a listening ear. You will have the opportunity to see the power of a smile by just listening and reading to the folks with disabilities that Trinity serves.
*This position requires additional screening such as background checks, drug screening, etc.
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| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |
| Title |
Office Assistant/Mailing Assistant |
| Date Posted |
04.14.09 |
| Application Deadline |
12.10.10 |
| Location |
Joliet |
| Description |
Volunteers are asked to do office jobs which may arise at various locations throughout Trinity. These tasks include data entry, paper shredding, and assembly of fliers.
Mailings are done periodically throughout the year, depending on the needs of Trinity’s various departments. Stuffing and sealing envelopes, printing addresses, and organizing mail using Neopost system machines. No experience is necessary for this position. A mailing may consist of 200-21,000 pieces and hours will be vary depending on piece quantity. |
| Contact Name - Bill Kahoun | Phone - 815.717.3750 | Email - bkahoun@trinity-services.org |