Shalom Squad
Join the Shalom Squad, Congregation Beth El’s dedicated volunteer team focused on creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. As the Welcoming & Campus Safety Team, the Shalom Squad will be vital in fostering connection, hospitality, and security at CBE.
The Shalom Squad is intended to collaborate with our security team and provide warmth and hospitality, ensuring that CBE feels like home. Whether you are greeting guests, guiding attendees, or supporting our High Holy Days, your contributions will make a meaningful difference.
Why Join the Shalom Squad?
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Be part of our mission to create a warm, safe, and connected community.
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Work alongside our security team to help maintain a secure and welcoming environment for all.
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Opportunities to volunteer are flexible—whether you can assist at one service per month, help during the High Holy Days, or contribute more regularly, there’s a place for you!
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Build meaningful relationships with fellow members while giving back to Beth El.
Mandatory Training Sessions:
We held three Shalom Squad training sessions at CBE to prepare all our volunteers for their roles.
March 2nd | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Introduction to Security Team & ITAC, Situational Awareness & Threat Identification, Emergency Protocols & Evacuation Procedures, Hands-on Safety & Medical Response Drills)
March 16th | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Recap & Q&A, Welcome Scenarios & De-escalation Techniques, Fire Evacuation Plan, Threat Reporting & Cybersecurity, Emergency Response Drills, High Holy Days & Volunteer Commitment)
April 6th | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM (CPR, Stop the Bleed/Tourniquet, and Defibrillator Training)
If you missed these trainings and are interested in getting certified elsewhere to volunteer, please contact Katharine Kasinak for more information.
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