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ORGANIZATION: St. Mary's Dining Room

  • 39 people are interested

Our Social Services (S.S,) Department offers resources and services which support the empowerment and self-sufficiently of the guests we serve. We are seeking volunteers with an outgoing, positive and professional personality who are passionate about social work and working with a diverse population. Volunteers will be working in our front office directly with the guests we serve, staff and other volunteers.

Requirement: Weekly time commitment and a minimum of 4 months of volunteer support.

Our S.S. department is a fast-paced and demanding work environment. We are seeking volunteers with the skills and ability to perform the tasks below:

  • Ability to learn to identify mental health, substance abuse and domestic violence characteristics at check-in
  • Ability to react and respond appropriately with a calm demeanor in challenging situations: crisis, medical issues, etc. (Abiding safety protocols and codes)
  • Ability to build trust and professional relationships among our guests
  • Ability to work under pressure while multi-tasking
  • Strong customer service and problem solving skills
  • Awareness and understanding of the diverse population with a wide range of personalities and culture we serve

CLERICAL TASKS

  • Properly intake and assist guests with their needs
  • Schedule appointments for guests with case workers within Microsoft Outlook Calendar
  • Strong communication skills in person and over the phone (multi-line phone system)
  • Alphabetizing, filing, retrieving guests’ mail and charts, make copies, fax
  • Provide information on campus services and directions
  • Maintain guests’ confidentiality by abiding St. Mary’s Dining Room’s privacy policy

SCREENING

A brief screening process is required allowing us to get to know you better. If you are interested in volunteering in this department, please contact Georgie Nguyen at (209) 467-0703 or volunteer@stmarysdiningroom.org to set up a meeting.

NOTICE This volunteer opportunity is not guaranteed. We will be selecting the most suitable volunteers for our Social Services Department.


POTENTIAL SHIFTS

Requirement: Weekly time commitment and a minimum of 4 months of volunteer support.

  • Monday - Fridays 8 - 12pm or 1pm - 4pm

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About St. Mary's Dining Room

Location:

545 W SONORA ST, STOCKTON, CA 95203, US

Mission Statement

St. Mary's Dining Room responds to poverty in San Joaquin County be feeding the hungry, caring for health issues and restoring human dignity to over 700 individuals each day.

Description

St. Mary’s Dining Room provides the following free caring services to the community. Our ability to provide this care is made possible through the generosity of our community. It is because of their financial support, volunteerism and their donation of in-kind supplies that we can provide hope to all that visit our campus each day. We are grateful to be voted 2020 Best of San Joaquin Non-Profit. (We are located a block from the Stockton DMV)

Our DINING ROOM is open 7 days a week. Each morning we serve a hot breakfast, followed by a hot lunch and dinner.

Our CLOTHING & HYGIENE CENTER is open 6 days a week. We provide access to hot showers, hygiene products, haircuts and seasonal clothing to our guests.

Our MEDICAL CLINIC treats those who are uninsured through the help of volunteer professionals. Eye exams are also performed and prescription glasses are provided.

Our DENTAL CLINIC treats those who are uninsured. Dentists provide needed dental care and education to our guests. Dentures are also provided.

Our SOCIAL SERVICES center allows staff and volunteers to provide case management for guests by assisting with completing applications for various benefit programs. Guests are provided with advocacy and referrals for securing emergency shelter, transitional housing, and employment.

Our SENIOR CENTER allows us to support our senior guests (55+) to come to relax, read the newspaper, make friends, participate in activities with our volunteers and other seniors.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Community
Homeless & Housing
Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, Homeless & Housing

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

545 W. Sonora StreetStockton, CA 95203

(37.947163,-121.29784)
 

SKILLS

  • Mental Health
  • Counseling / Mental Health
  • Social Work

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • At least 1 shift per week.

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