Handyperson

Provide minor home repairs and safety modifications for limited-income seniors in Adams, Arapahoe, Denver, Douglas, Jefferson, Gilpin and Clear Creek counties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete a home safety assessment and supply an educational packet to each new client served, when a repair is being done.
• Establish and maintain contact with assigned clients to arrange for prompt, courteous and effective service of repairs and modifications.
• Develop and gain skills to perform minor repairs.
• Use established charge account and procedures to purchase necessary materials.
• Maintain and promptly submit appropriate paperwork for each assignment.

BENEFITS:

• The opportunity to use your skills to assist seniors in the community to remain safe and independent in their homes for as long as possible.
• Flexible Schedule! Make your own appointments with clients as assigned. A minimum of one client per month is preferred.
• A chance to visit with a senior that may not have anyone else in their life.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:  

• A desire to relate to and help limited-income seniors in the community
• Experience and skill in minor home repairs and modifications
• Can provide own tools
• Can provide own transportation
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance
• Pass criminal background check

Position Information

Opportunity Type:  Maintenance
Volunteer Type:  Seniors
Location:  Various homes across metro Denver.
Time Committment:  Varies

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• Special Event Volunteers
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• Yard Angels -Volunteers are needed to complete larger home repairs and modifications for clients for this one-day project