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Monday Night Dinner Group Volunteer Opportunity at Domestic Violence Organization
ORGANIZATION: YWCA Pierce County
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
Volunteer Position: Weekly Night Dinner Volunteer Opportunity
Department: Community Programs
SUMMARYWeekly Night Dinner volunteers offer a much needed break to our clients 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!
AVAILABLE SHIFTS
- 2 nd Mondays of every other month (Even numbered months)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, prepare, and present dinner to 25-30 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
- Must not have resided in YWCA’s shelter or participated in any other YWCA program during the last 2 years
- 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 one scheduled Monday or Wednesday of the 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 application form expressing your interest in this position. ( https://www.ywcapiercecounty.org/volunteers)
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About YWCA Pierce County
Location:
405 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402, US
Mission Statement
Transforming lives through safety, healing, and empowerment. The YWCA Pierce County invisions a safe, just, and equitable community.
Description
The YWCA Pierce County has been a community leader in domestic violence services for over thirty years. After starting the state's first domestic violence shelter in 1976, the YWCA has steadily expanded and enhanced a comprehensive menu of domestic violence service provision, offering clients real tools to change their lives through safety, healing, and empowerment The YWCA Pierce County touches the lives of over 14,000 adults and children annually that seek safety through this bevy of services. Support from community members via volunteers and donations helps the YWCA Pierce County support our clients in creating lives free of violence, and able to thrive.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
405 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402
DATE POSTED
March 5, 2020
SKILLS
- Cooking / Catering
- Food Service
- Multi-Tasking
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- This opportunity occurs on one scheduled Monday or Wednesday of the month from 4 PM-6 PM. YWCA requires volunteers to commit to at least six consecutive months in this position.
- • Must not have resided in YWCA’s shelter or participated in any other YWCA program during the last 2 years