Volunteer: Lutheran Community Services: Crisis Response AdvocateAre you looking to build your resume, network with like minded individuals, and provide meaningful services to folks in need? Then this may be the perfect opportunity for you! This unique volunteer experience provides valuable tools for navigating crisis and conflict by empowering and supporting survivors in the aftermath of abuse and trauma. Our volunteers often refer to their service with us as life changing. We are a small team of individuals from diverse backgrounds who embrace our mission of health, justice, and hope. The Sexual Assault and Family Trauma Center, a program of Lutheran Community Services Northwest, hosts Spokane's only Certified and Accredited Community Sexual Assault Program (CSAP). Our program provides the following services confidentially and free of charge: Information and referral Legal advocacy Medical advocacy Crisis intervention & support Education & prevention Support groupsOur volunteer advocates assist survivors via a 24-hour support line that can be directed to volunteers at home (no need to sit in a call center) and medical advocacy, which is provided to victims in person at area hospitals when requested. As a non-profit, we rely on our volunteers to provide services to survivors outside of business hours. We provide a comprehensive 40-hour training and certification free of charge, as well as ongoing supervision and 24-hour support for all our volunteers. We invest in our volunteer staff and in turn, we ask for a one-year commitment of service and four evening or weekend shifts per month. Applicants are thoroughly screened and vetted for service. For more information, please contact our Volunteer Supervisor at (509) 343-5011 or email crisisresponseteam@lcsnw.org Apply by clicking here! Agency: Lutheran Community Services Northwest Are you looking to build your resume, network with like minded individuals, and provide meaningful services to folks in need? Then this may be the perfect opportunity for you! This unique volunteer experience provides valuable tools for navigating crisis and conflict by empowering and supporting survivors in the aftermath of abuse and trauma. Our volunteers often refer to their service with us as life changing. We are a small team of individuals from diverse backgrounds who embrace our mission of health, justice, and hope. The Sexual Assault and Family Trauma Center, a program of Lutheran Community Services Northwest, hosts Spokane's only Certified and Accredited Community Sexual Assault Program (CSAP). Our program provides the following services confidentially and free of charge: Information and referral Legal advocacy Medical advocacy Crisis intervention & support Education & prevention Support groupsOur volunteer advocates assist survivors via a 24-hour support line that can be directed to volunteers at home (no need to sit in a call center) and medical advocacy, which is provided to victims in person at area hospitals when requested. As a non-profit, we rely on our volunteers to provide services to survivors outside of business hours. We provide a comprehensive 40-hour training and certification free of charge, as well as ongoing supervision and 24-hour support for all our volunteers. We invest in our volunteer staff and in turn, we ask for a one-year commitment of service and four evening or weekend shifts per month. Applicants are thoroughly screened and vetted for service. For more information, please contact our Volunteer Supervisor at (509) 343-5011 or email crisisresponseteam@lcsnw.org Apply by clicking here! Agency: Lutheran Community Services Northwest Community Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >21 years old Zip Code: 99201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Generation Alive InternshipWe are seeking part-time volunteer interns to work in public schools.
Our interns don’t fetch coffee; they create the next generation of leaders, thinkers and doers while advancing GA's mission in local schools and other community groups! Our internship program equips high school and college students with leadership and character development skills that will last long after the internship ends.
Agency: Generation Alive We are seeking part-time volunteer interns to work in public schools.
Our interns don’t fetch coffee; they create the next generation of leaders, thinkers and doers while advancing GA's mission in local schools and other community groups! Our internship program equips high school and college students with leadership and character development skills that will last long after the internship ends.
Agency: Generation Alive Community Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >16 years old Zip Code: 99201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Be a SNAP Ambassador!Do you enjoy talking to people about issues you are passionate about? SNAP is Spokane County's Community Action agency and we have over 30 great programs that are available to help our neighbors reach financial stability. We love to let people know about our work and how we can help them! However, limited bandwidth and resources means we sometimes have to say 'No' to opportunities to present, and these are GREAT places to utilize volunteers! Please get in touch if you like doing public presentations, tabling at fun community events, or meeting new people and we can talk through options as a SNAP Ambassador! Agency: SNAP Do you enjoy talking to people about issues you are passionate about? SNAP is Spokane County's Community Action agency and we have over 30 great programs that are available to help our neighbors reach financial stability. We love to let people know about our work and how we can help them! However, limited bandwidth and resources means we sometimes have to say 'No' to opportunities to present, and these are GREAT places to utilize volunteers! Please get in touch if you like doing public presentations, tabling at fun community events, or meeting new people and we can talk through options as a SNAP Ambassador! Agency: SNAP Community Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >18 years old Zip Code: 99224 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Relief Shelter AdvocateVolunteer Shelter Relief Advocate Organization The YWCA is the oldest and largest women’s organization is the world. Our mission at the YWCA: eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Since 1913 the YWCA of Spokane has served as a source of strength for women and children in the Spokane community. The YWCA of Spokane’s three umbrella programs include the Alternatives to Domestic Violence Program, the Women’s Opportunity Center and Children’s Services which includes Child Advocacy and the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program. For more information please visit www.ywcaspokane.org Position Summary YWCA Spokane’s Safe Shelter seeks a responsible individual to serve as a Relief Shelter Advocate. Primary job duties are to provide crisis intervention, support services, and advocacy to victims and children of domestic violence in a confidential, residential setting. Position is on a volunteer basis and is unpaid. Responsibilities This position may be assigned some or all of the following responsibilities: Serve as a relief domestic violence advocate at a shelter facility for victims of domestic violence and their children Provide supportive listening, crisis intervention, safety planning and client advocacy services Provide support services as requested Encouraged to participate in staff meetings, reviewing cases and providing input designing to improve level of service Maintain client files, in accordance with the YWCA standards and standards established by various funding agencies, and document all referrals and instruction; records are to be reviewed for completeness Support quality assurance and evaluation of services as required Observe all program requirements for confidentiality and privilege communication Perform intakes of clients when they enter the shelter which includes explaining the shelter rules and guidelines Provide a healthy environment for women and children at the shelter by ensuring that all clients understand and adhere to the shelter’s rules and guidelines Supervise resident’s household tasks, distributing food, clothing, linens and personal items to shelter clients Maintain shelter security and contact emergency personnel as needed Attend appropriate YWCA and community meetings, attend training sessions on group facilitation and other relevant issues Responsible for 24 hour crisis/referral hotline which includes performing screenings to determine eligibility of clients who want access to the shelter Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Position Qualifications
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: A demonstrated interest in issues surrounding domestic violence and other topics relating to women and children from diverse backgrounds The ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations The ability to maintain professional boundaries when working with families and children so as to remain as open and objective as possible The ability to maintain the confidentiality of all client/co-worker/organizational business A respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and a desire to promote a harassment-free environment Support of YWCA Spokane’s goals and values; dress and conduct in accordance with the YWCA Mission and Vision Survivors of Domestic Violence are encouraged to apply
Position Opportunities Make an impact in the lives of women and children in your community Work within a passionate, diverse team of YWCA staff and volunteers Gain knowledge and understanding about domestic violence Receive 40 hours of unpaid Domestic Violence Advocate training, which will take place on weekendsPosition Expections 12 – 18 hours per month including overnight shifts; minimum one year commitment Position is unpaid How to Apply Please email resume and cover letter to volunteer@ywcaspokane.org No calls please Agency: YWCA Spokane Volunteer Shelter Relief Advocate Organization The YWCA is the oldest and largest women’s organization is the world. Our mission at the YWCA: eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Since 1913 the YWCA of Spokane has served as a source of strength for women and children in the Spokane community. The YWCA of Spokane’s three umbrella programs include the Alternatives to Domestic Violence Program, the Women’s Opportunity Center and Children’s Services which includes Child Advocacy and the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program. For more information please visit www.ywcaspokane.org Position Summary YWCA Spokane’s Safe Shelter seeks a responsible individual to serve as a Relief Shelter Advocate. Primary job duties are to provide crisis intervention, support services, and advocacy to victims and children of domestic violence in a confidential, residential setting. Position is on a volunteer basis and is unpaid. Responsibilities This position may be assigned some or all of the following responsibilities: Serve as a relief domestic violence advocate at a shelter facility for victims of domestic violence and their children Provide supportive listening, crisis intervention, safety planning and client advocacy services Provide support services as requested Encouraged to participate in staff meetings, reviewing cases and providing input designing to improve level of service Maintain client files, in accordance with the YWCA standards and standards established by various funding agencies, and document all referrals and instruction; records are to be reviewed for completeness Support quality assurance and evaluation of services as required Observe all program requirements for confidentiality and privilege communication Perform intakes of clients when they enter the shelter which includes explaining the shelter rules and guidelines Provide a healthy environment for women and children at the shelter by ensuring that all clients understand and adhere to the shelter’s rules and guidelines Supervise resident’s household tasks, distributing food, clothing, linens and personal items to shelter clients Maintain shelter security and contact emergency personnel as needed Attend appropriate YWCA and community meetings, attend training sessions on group facilitation and other relevant issues Responsible for 24 hour crisis/referral hotline which includes performing screenings to determine eligibility of clients who want access to the shelter Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Position Qualifications
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: A demonstrated interest in issues surrounding domestic violence and other topics relating to women and children from diverse backgrounds The ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations The ability to maintain professional boundaries when working with families and children so as to remain as open and objective as possible The ability to maintain the confidentiality of all client/co-worker/organizational business A respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and a desire to promote a harassment-free environment Support of YWCA Spokane’s goals and values; dress and conduct in accordance with the YWCA Mission and Vision Survivors of Domestic Violence are encouraged to apply
Position Opportunities Make an impact in the lives of women and children in your community Work within a passionate, diverse team of YWCA staff and volunteers Gain knowledge and understanding about domestic violence Receive 40 hours of unpaid Domestic Violence Advocate training, which will take place on weekendsPosition Expections 12 – 18 hours per month including overnight shifts; minimum one year commitment Position is unpaid How to Apply Please email resume and cover letter to volunteer@ywcaspokane.org No calls please Agency: YWCA Spokane Community Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >18 years old Zip Code: 99201 Allow Groups: No |