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ORGANIZATION: Erin's House for Grieving Children, Inc.

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 10 people are interested
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Overview: Volunteer houseparents are the first to greet families on program nights. Houseparents work in teams of 3 to 5 individuals helping with the check-in table, serving pizza to families, and assisting with setting up and tidying up our facility. This position includes an easy training process.

Basics: ​​

Help set up and serve pizza and dessert to children and their families, then assist with facility clean up

Minimum of one (1) evening a month for two (2) hours (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursda y)

Training: come in and observe for a couple of nights. It’s really that easy!

Qualifications: ​​

Must be at least 16 years old with a desire to support children (can be age 12+ when accompanied by an adult)

Be able to work as a team member

Willing to interact with families and other volunteers

Agree to criminal background check prior to assuming duties

Be trustworthy working in a confidential environment ​

Time Commitment: ​​

Two (2) hours on designated evening peer-support group nights

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About Erin's House for Grieving Children, Inc.

Location:

5670 YMCA Pk Dr W, Fort Wayne, IN 46835, US

Mission Statement

Erin's House provides peer-support services for children, teens and their families who have experienced a death.

Description

We create a safe, welcoming space where kids can share their feelings, connect with others, and find hope through peer support programs. Volunteers play a vital role in making Erin’s House a fun and uplifting place to heal. Whether its through games and crafts or conversation and journaling, we're known for fun volunteer positions. In addition to our on-site programs, we bring grief support into schools, summer camps, and community organizations throughout Northeast Indiana-ensuring no child grieves alone.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Children & Youth, Community

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

5670 YMCA Park Drive WestFort Wayne, IN 46835

(41.12936,-85.0707)
 

SKILLS

  • Food & Beverage Services

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Two (2) hours on designated evening peer-support group nights
  • Must be at least 16 years old with a desire to support children (can be age 12+ when accompanied by an adult). Be able to work as a team member. Agree to criminal background check prior to assuming duties.

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 1 - 5
  • Event can be held at organization location(s)
  • No Donation

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