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30 people are interested
Childcare Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Crisis Center
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30 people are interested
Overview of Position: Provide childcare to infants, toddlers, preschool, and school age children.
Time commitment: Childcare is sporadic; needs are determined by client requests. Flexibility is key.
Specific Tasks: Include but not limited to: supervising structured activities, assisting with light paperwork, creating positive interactions with children
Qualifications/Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. In order to be considered for position, the following needs to be accomplished:
v Complete the volunteer application;
v Interview with the Volunteer Coordinator;
v Attend the general volunteer orientation;
v Pay for your background checks;
v Pass background and reference check (at least two references outside of family members);
v Pass and complete CCADV and mandated reporter online training;
v Attend the direct service training;
v Complete basic hands-on training at the shelter (if volunteering at that site);
v Attend volunteer education/support meetings;
v Pay for and pass TRAILS (child abuse database) check;
v Commit to one year of service to the Crisis Center, and volunteer at least four times/month either during the day, or evenings for two hours at a time
v Attend monthly volunteer meetings
v Childcare training
Volunteer must be able to work independently and maintain a compassionate image in line with the beliefs of the Crisis Center. Position can be stressful as can be expected with children that have experienced domestic violence; therefore, empathy, compassion, and ability to set boundaries are key. Previous childcare experience not required.
Benefits to Volunteer: Becoming an integral part of the healing process for clients; help children develop positive behaviors with others; help children have positive and safe interactions with adults
Location: varies
Volunteer goals for this position:
- Increased experience with survivors of domestic violence
- Increased experience with children affected by domestic violence
- Assist in expanding our care for our clients by helping us to offer childcare
More opportunities with Crisis Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Crisis Center
Location:
PO BOX 367, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104, US
Mission Statement
The Crisis Center is dedicated to reducing domestic violence and family conflict through advocacy, empowerment, violence prevention and intervention, services and education.
Description
The Crisis Center is concerned about families affected by violence. Since its inception, this agency has provided programs and services to any domestic violence victim requesting those services and to the region at-large. Programs at the Crisis Center include our 24-hour Crisis Line; 12-bed Emergency Shelter; residential and non-residential therapy and legal advocacy for women, men and children; and, community outreach including specialized trainings for law enforcement and other victim services providers, skills-building and parenting classes, a school-based violence prevention initiative, educational presentations, and volunteer opportunities. In addition, the Crisis Center offers clients access and referrals to resources including our food bank, donations of clothing and household goods, mental health/medical/dental support, and pro-bono legal assistance. These programs are provided on a non-discriminatory basis regardless of race, religion, gender or sexual orientation. We serve persons from all ethnic, cultural and economic groups, of all ages and lifestyles.
The Crisis Center opposes the use of violence as a means of control over others and supports equality in relationships. We strive to assist victims in assuming power over their lives and choosing options which afford them and their families a life free from violence. We recognize that violence affects the entire family, with each member requiring support and education in order to stop the cycle of violence. It is our ultimate vision to assist in ending violence in the lives of all people.
Today, the Crisis Center has a staff of almost 30 and a volunteer base exceeding 100 individuals to carry out our mission. On an annual basis, we provide positive prevention and intervention, safety and hope, education and awareness to almost 15,000 people each year.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Various locations in Douglas and Elbert CountyCastle Rock, CO 80104
DATE POSTED
June 27, 2018
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- Youth Services
- Crisis Intervention
- Child Care
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 4 times/month--1 year minimum
- See job description for additional requirements