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15 people are interested
Children's Program Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: City of Alexandria's Domestic Violence Program
Please visit the new page to apply.
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15 people are interested
The Alexandria Domestic Violence Program is looking for volunteers to assist with Children's Support Group and with children's activities at the Battered Women's Shelter during weekday evenings. Volunteers must complete mandatory training focused on the unique needs of children who have witnessed violence in the home.
Activities:
- Homework
- Arts and crafts
- board games
- Assistance with toy donations bagging and sorting during annual Children's Holiday Party in December
- Presentations at local schools (done virtually now due to COVID-19)
For everyone's safety, social distancing is practiced, plexiglass is installed and when possible, activities are done virtually. The Alexandria Domestic Violence Program (DVP) is dedicated to the fair, compassionate and respectful treatment of all survivors of intimate partner violence regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. If interested, please contact Sandra Fonseca at 703-746-4911 or via e-mail: sandra.fonseca@alexandriava.gov
More opportunities with City of Alexandria's Domestic Violence Program
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About City of Alexandria's Domestic Violence Program
Location:
123 N. Pitt Street, Suite 225, Alexandria, VA 22314, US
Mission Statement
The Alexandria Domestic Violence Program is dedicated to fostering a healthy community through advocacy, education, and prevention. Our program is committed to empowering all those affected by violence and to providing inclusive services, while respecting diversity of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.
Description
The Domestic Violence Program (DVP) is a 24-hour, 7 day a week, self-help program of the Department of Community and Human Services. The DVP provides emergency shelter, 24-hour hotline, outreach counseling, court advocacy, women's support groups in English and Spanish, and a children's counseling program. The shelter offers emergency housing, food and emotional support in a safe, comfortable house licensed to accommodate 18 people.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
123 N. Pitt StreetSuite 225Alexandria, VA 22314
DATE POSTED
December 18, 2020
SKILLS
- Child Care
- Crisis Intervention
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- A minimum of two shifts per month for 1 year