Volunteer Opportunity at Non-profit serving young women (18-24)

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Introduction:

Supporting the Taylor House is a safe transition home for young women ages 18-24. The volunteer spends time with the young women mentoring or helping out in several ways:

Supervision: The volunteer will report directly to the Program Manager or Director.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparing rooms for a new resident’s arrival ("Team Welcome").

• Providing rides to resident’s for appointments, grocery shopping etc. (*as a good practice text the resident the day before as a reminder).

• Ensure representation of the resident’s best interest (at appointments and otherwise).

• Assistance with creating resumes; holding 'mock’ interviews; researching employment opportunities.

• Tutoring in classes of your expertise/background.

• Introducing residents to new entertainment and culture.

• Sharing fun activities and adventures while creating memories.

• Being extra help when called upon if a resident is ill (especially evenings/weekends).

• Teaching cooking skills and helping to prepare meals.

• Teach cleaning skills necessary for independence ("Team Home Care").

• Help in all areas possible for the annual Gala.

• Aid in procuring donations necessary to resident’s day to day needs.

• Report any concerns or findings to the Program Manager or Director.

• Maintain confidentiality about the resident. PLEASE DO NOT SHARE INFORMATION ABOUT THE GIRL’S "STORY" with anyone outside of the house.

Time Commitment

• Volunteers are required to spend at least several times a week with the girl.

• Volunteers are required to contact the Program Manager if they have an appointment with the girl and cannot make it.

• Volunteers are required to make a six month commitment to the Taylor House.

Benefits

Although we cannot make monetary rewards to volunteers there are many benefits to working with these precious girls:

• Make a difference in a girl’s life.

• Utilize your life skills to share with them.

• Form friendships with like minded volunteers in our community.

• Develop communication skills and help girls do the same.

• Have a direct impact on the growth and success of the Taylor House program.

Expectations & Necessary Skills

• Ability to keep girls’ backgrounds confidential.

• Ability to relate and respect girls from various backgrounds, origins, sexual orientation and cultures.

• Ability to transport self & girls safely.

• Ability to be objective and report anything necessary to the Program Manager or Director.