Community Companion Volunteer

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Join Plymouth Healing Communities (PHC) as a Community Companion Volunteer and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness and mental health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to build genuine relationships, reduce isolation, and foster a sense of community among our residents. Volunteers work alongside program staff to engage residents in activities like conversation, arts events, neighborhood walks, and more, all aimed at promoting healing and stability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commit to 4-8 hours per month, engaging in one-on-one or group activities with residents.
• Build supportive, respectful relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Attend quarterly volunteer meetings and participate in ongoing training sessions.
• Encourage connections to resources and help reduce isolation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills and active listening.
• Comfort with setting and maintaining boundaries with compassion.
• A valid Washington State driver’s license and access to a vehicle is desirable but not required.
• Minimum 1-year commitment, age 21+.

Next Training:
Our next Companionship Training will be in June 2025, with applications due by May 31st. Spaces are limited, so apply early! If this is up, we are still taking applications.

For more information and to apply, visit: http://plyhc.org/companionship

We warmly encourage individuals from all walks of life, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+, Black or People of Color, or individuals with lived experiences of homelessness, mental illness, or low-income backgrounds, to apply. PHC values diversity and believes that people from varied backgrounds bring invaluable perspectives to the work we do. Your unique experiences and perspectives will help strengthen the community we’re building together.