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24 people are interested
Volunteer Childcare Worker
ORGANIZATION: Stepping Stones Shelter
Please visit the new page to apply.
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24 people are interested
Purpose: To keep children safe and busy while parents work towards their goals of housing and employment. The parents can attend workshops, fill out paperwork, complete chores, and search for resources to end the cycle of homelessness.
Key Responsibilities: Stimulate children’s physical and social growth through activities such as arts and crafts, music, drama, story time, etc. Most importantly- keep children safe.
Qualifications: You must be 16 years or older. Prior experience with children is desired. You must be mature, patient and flexible. Must be available roughly one night a month 7 to 8:00 pm Tuesday and Thursday.
Training and Support Provided: Once we have received your application, we will schedule a volunteer orientation as well as a tour of the house.
More opportunities with Stepping Stones Shelter
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Stepping Stones Shelter
Location:
PO BOX 712, ROCKVILLE, MD 20848, US
Mission Statement
Stepping Stones Shelter provides homeless families with children the opportunity to regain their independence by offering shelter and support services in an atmosphere of dignity and respect.
Description
Stepping Stones Shelter is short-term emergency/assessment shelter for homeless families with children in Rockville, Maryland. We are one of only three Montgomery County shelters that provide services to entire families to help them regain their independence. The Shelter has six bedrooms and can accommodate six families of various sizes, serving up to 27 people at any one time. Stepping Stones has been providing families with shelter, food, clothes, case management and support services for over 30 years!
We need you to help us continue to serve these families in need. We have many volunteer opportunities for people in the community and hope to connect each of you with something you enjoy doing. Below is a list of most of our volunteer jobs along with a short position description. We welcome individuals and groups (maximum of 10) to volunteer with us.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Stepping Stones ShelterPO Box 712Rockville, MD 20848
DATE POSTED
April 25, 2018
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Child Welfare
- Child Care
- Relationship Building
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Program runs Tuesdays and Thursdays 7-8:00 pm