Monday Night Dinner Volunteers (First Monday of Each Month)

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SUMMARY

Monday Night Dinner volunteers offer a much needed break to our Safe Shelter residents by donating, preparing and setting out dinner on pre-scheduled nights of the month. This opportunity is essential for creating a welcoming atmosphere for our clients and their children whom are fleeing abuse. It is a great way to serve in an informal and friendly setting!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, prepare, and present dinner to 15-20 adults and children
• Provide any paper goods necessary for the meal (plates, bowls, utensils, etc.)
• Must be able to follow the below timeline:

4pm - Volunteers arrive and set up the already prepared meal to offer clients
5pm - Clients arrive and dinner begins
5:30pm - Dinner ends, clients thank volunteers, and clean up begins
5:35pm - All dinner items have been removed from set up area
6pm or earlier - All left overs and supplies have been put away and kitchen cleaned

*Please note this is a volunteer and in-kind donation opportunity

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Passion for individuals, families and community members affected by domestic violence
• Ability to organize a group (no larger than 6) to come together to make and set out dinner
• Flexibility in serving dinner to a rapidly changing group size
• A commitment to helping staff create a safe, warm and welcoming space for clients before they embark on hard self-work during their support group that directly follows dinner
• Strictly adhere to the confidentiality and safety needs of our clients
• Models language and behavior that is inclusive and respectful of all people
• A compassionate, non-judgmental, proactive attitude
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision and values of the YWCA Pierce County

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Acceptable Washington State Patrol Criminal History Record
• Must complete DV101 training within first 6 months of volunteering
• All volunteers must be 16 years of age or older

COMMITMENT

This opportunity occurs on the first Monday of each month from 4 PM-6 PM. YWCA requires volunteers to commit to at least six consecutive months in this position.

TO APPLY
Please submit an online volunteer submission form expressing your interest in this position.