From the Volunteer Coordinator:
The support provided by our dedicated volunteers enables the Women's Center to reach the many people we do. Each year direct service volunteers provide over 20,000 hours of client support. Upon completion of certification, and supported by ongoing training, our direct service volunteers serve as hotline counselors, in-house counselors, support group facilitators, as well as court and shelter advocates.
Non-direct service volunteers help with our Annual WALK Against Domestic Violence, clerical work, puppet shows, holiday programs, and many special projects. Board of Director volunteers provide countless hours of service via committee work, fundraising activities, and ensuring the ongoing fulfillment of the Center's mission. Members of our Advisory Council provide us with invaluable expertise and program feedback throughout the year. The staff is indebted to our volunteer force and welcomes you to become a part of this worthwhile organization. Together we can make a difference and work to end the violence.
2007 "Shelter From the Storm" Benefit Honorees A Community Education
"Act Out" Presentation
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer jobs can be performed on-site or, for non-business hour hotline and some non-direct positions, from your home. Although we have expanded evening and weekend hours for counseling, most non-direct volunteering is done during business hours on Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Direct Service Positions:
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Hotline Counselor
In-House Counselor
Court Advocate
Shelter Advocate
Support Group Facilitator
Non-direct Service Positions:
Board of Directors
Clerical (Filing, Copying, etc.)
Annual Fundraising Events
Puppeteer
Child Care
Center Representatives at Fairs and Events
Create-Your-Own Opportunity
Holiday Help
The Men's Initiative:
Our men's initiative is part of a national movement of men working as allies to end violence against women. Men can be agents of change through a wide range of informal and formal activities.
Men as visible allies are critical for ending domestic violence and sexual assault and we welcome your involvement.
An expanded description of the positions listed above will be given to you during your interview or by calling (203) 731-5200 x 202.
How to Become a Volunteer:
Schedule an Interview: Call (203) 731-5200, x 202 to schedule a short interview with the Volunteer Coordinator.
Complete Certification Training: All direct service positions require certification training. This training (in both sexual assault and domestic violence) is held two or three times a year. Additional specialized trainings are required for positions such as in-house counselors and support group facilitators.
Non-direct service positions require a two-hour orientation.
Who Can Become a Volunteer:
Qualified candidates are 18 years of age or older if providing direct service, good listeners, and non-judgmental.
