Volunteer Positions
Because of our sensitivity to client safety and confidentiality, volunteering in direct positions with survivors, children or representing SafePlace in the community consists of a commitment to the organization which begins with attending a Volunteer Orientation, a criminal background check, an interview with the volunteer services manager and a 40-hour V0lunteer Training.
The daily operations of SafePlace require the skills of many volunteers in areas that involve limited client interaction. Volunteers may help with clerical or administrative duties, assist at our Charter School or Daycare, provide workshops for Life Skills classes or help to foster pets of families in shelter. Many of these opportunities are more suited for groups or for those who are unable to make a large time commitment.
General Requirements (unless otherwise noted in the position description)
- Volunteer must be of age 18 and older (daycare center volunteers must be 16 or older);
- A commitment of approximately eight hours per month for at least six months after training;
- Complete a Volunteer Application including a criminal background check;
- Complete Volunteer Training (additional program specific training may be necessary), and
- Interview with Volunteer Services Manager and/or volunteer supervisor.