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39 people are interested
Children's Program Assistant
ORGANIZATION: Cherokee Family Violence Center
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39 people are interested
DESCRIPTION:
- The Children’s Program Assistant works with child residents in our shelter and transitional housing program to provide child care, to assist children with homework, and to lead recreational activities so that the lives of the children who have been exposed to domestic violence are enriched through healthy communication and positive interaction. Our Children’s Program has many activities which take place throughout the year, with some programs occurring weekly. Most programs are scheduled after school (evenings) and on the weekends, so there are a variety of shifts available for this position. Two days of in-person training, and a minimum of ten additional hours of shadowing Children’s Program staff members are required for this role. Volunteer training and shadowing of staff will take place in Canton, Georgia.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist Child Advocate with program activities
- Assist Children with homework
- Assist in discussions on anger, violence, feelings, etc.
- Babysit when needed
- Supervise children during structured activities
SKILLS/TRAITS NEEDED:
- Ability to work with a diverse group of families
- Ability to set boundaries with children
- Ability to process information quickly
- Listening skills
- Effective communication skills
- Patience
- Resourcefulness
- Maturity
- Dependability
- Creativity
- Compassionate
- Energetic
REPORTS TO:
- Children’s Program Coordinator
PRIMARY JOB INTERFACES:
- Children’s Program Coordinator
- Shelter Program Coordinator
- Family Advocates
- Outreach Coordinator
More opportunities with Cherokee Family Violence Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Cherokee Family Violence Center
Location:
P.O. Box 489, Canton, GA 30169, US
Mission Statement
The Cherokee Family Violence Center enhances the safety of those impacted by intimate partner violence through services that empower victims while advocating for a community standard of zero tolerance for violence in the home.
Description
The Cherokee Family Violence Center is a registered, non-profit agency in Canton, Georgia, that has been providing services to victims of domestic violence and their children since 1984. CFVC has fought for victims for over 30 years by providing around-the-clock emergency assistance, offering safety and support and engaging in educating the public through outreach and legal advocacy. Visit www.cfvc.org for more information.
VALUES
- Provide services based on best practices which are focused on safety and delivered with integrity in the best interest of the client.
- Provide services that are client-centered and strength-based.
- Embrace diversity in all that we do.
- That system change is integral to victim safety.
- That volunteers and community partners are vital to the work that we do.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
100 Hearthstone Landing Dr.Canton, GA 30169
DATE POSTED
November 16, 2016
SKILLS
- Child Care
- Youth Services
- Crisis Intervention
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Preference is given to adult volunteers, with some special opportunities for teen volunteers.