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Refugee Foster Care - Foster Parent Support
ORGANIZATION: Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County
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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The program serves children and youth from around the world who have been separated from families because of violence , war, persecution and trafficking. The program places these youth in loving homes all over the Bay Area. CCSCC is seeking volunteers for Foster Parent Support.
Volunteer Responsibilities: Engage as partner and mentor to foster parents.
Position suitable for mature adults willing to commit to a minimum of 6 months.
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About Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County
Location:
2625 Zanker Road, San Jose, CA 95134, US
Mission Statement
Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County serves and advocates for individuals and families in need, especially those living in poverty. Rooted in gospel values, we work to create a more just and compassionate community in which people of all cultures and beliefs can participate.
Description
Catholic Charities employs integrated services designed to address the multiple factors that impact one's ability to be self sufficient and stable. Also because these issues have intergenerational impact, Catholic Charities programs are geared to reach families and across age groups: At-risk youth and their parents Older adult caregivers and caregivers of older adults Single parents Individuals Newly arrived immigrants and refugees Catholic Charities serves people of all beliefs, cultures, ethnicities and ages.
Because Catholic Charities values the contribution you're making to our work; the agency offers all volunteers the following important benefits:
Developing marketable skills for future career opportunities;
Personal growth through the experience of working with a diverse staff
Training and other learning opportunities;
Annual recognition events;
Coverage under Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County Workers' Compensation insurance policy;
Credit Union privileges at County Federal Credit Union.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2625 Zanker RoadSan Jose, CA 95134
DATE POSTED
July 17, 2017
SKILLS
- Youth Services
- Child Welfare
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- minimum 8 hours weekly, 6 month commit desired