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Volunteer Orientation
ORGANIZATION: Women's Center
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1 person is interested
The Women's Center could not deliver its services without the invaluable assistance of our volunteers!
Come learn about the Women's Center and how you can help. We offer a variety of volunteer positions depending on your interests, skills and time commitment.
A Sexual Assault Victim Advocate provides comfort, emotional support and information to a victim who has experienced a rape or sexual assault. A victim who calls the SAVS hotline and requests a forensic exam will be directed to the exam center and a specialized nurse (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) as well as a victim advocate will be called out to meet them. Advocates attend the forensic exam to be the support system for the victim. Having a caring and compassionate victim advocate present during this difficult time is such a blessing for the victims and their family members (if present). We will train you and you pick the on-call shifts you are available!
A Domestic Violence Victim Advocate assists clients with the process of filing for an injunction for protection/restraining order. This position is at the courthouse locations. The volunteer will be there to guide clients through the paperwork and court process as well as provide emotional support during the actual hearing for the injunction. Assistance is also needed at the Women’s Center Aurora location. We will train you!
Administration (Front Desk) This position interacts directly with clients, either in person or over the phone, providing resource information and referrals. Primary duties will include; greeting clients, answering phones, transferring calls, data entry, keeping lobby and office area neat, distributing food pantry items and more. We have recently implemented a new database and need data entry support. We work around your schedule!
We are also in need of volunteers for Development and Fundraising, Event Coordination and at our 2 thrift store locations.
Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator Sierra Thompson sthompson@womenscenter.net or (321) 242-3110 x 2111 for information.
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About Women's Center
Location:
1425 Aurora Rd., Melbourne, FL 32935, US
Mission Statement
To assist in creating safe, healthy, self-sufficient lives by providing support, education, counseling, information and services to survivors of domestic, dating and sexual violence and to those suffering the ill effects of poverty, homelessness and mental health challenges.
Description
Many women alone and those who are in abusive relationships have a tough time trying to survive in today's fast-paced world. Their circumstances cross all economic, age, and cultural spheres. They may be disadvantaged by low self-esteem. They may have educational deficiencies and low income capacity. In all cases, these women struggle as they try to take responsibility for themselves and any children they may have.
The Women's Center strives to address the needs of women by giving them a step up towards safe, healthy, self-sufficient lives.
Every day, women come to us without the ability to provide for themselves and their families. These women often are abused and battered, and looking for advocacy, guidance, and support. Thanks to our volunteers and loyal supporters who give so much of their time and resources, and the benefits of grant awards, the Women's Center is able to provide counseling services, financial assistance, career guidance, job training, transitional housing, and victim advocacy. The Center is proud to be able to help annually over 10,000 women and their children who seek out our assistance.
Helping women to help themselves means making it possible for Women's Center clients to not only support themselves, but to become active and proud participants in the community. By supporting the Women's Center through your time, talent, and treasure, you give the gift of hope and you change lives for the better...forever.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1425 Aurora RoadMelbourne, FL 32935
DATE POSTED
May 13, 2019
SKILLS
- Crisis Intervention
- Office Management
- Advocacy
- Administrative Support
- Data Entry
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training