Help people overcome barriers to stability and self-sufficiency. This opportunity is not necessarily for professional counselors. Volunteers will receive training. This role can be life changing to community members and help move toward stability and out of crisis.
This role requires volunteers to come in on a recurring basis. We ask for one 3.5 hour shift per week. Shifts are from either 9AM-12:30PM, or 12:30 PM-4PM. Please let us know if your availability differs but you are still interested.
- Meet with clients to identify needs and assist clients with empathy and compassion
- Create a welcoming and non-judgmental environment for clients
- Work with supervisors to advocate for clients and empower clients
- Provide emergency assistance to clients experiencing poverty and/or housing insecurity to contribute
toward stability - Complete client notes after meeting with clients
- Volunteers must be welcoming, empathetic, understanding, and able to deal with a wide range of people
