-
Flexible Schedule
|
Maplewood, MN 55109
Apply Now for a May start date at https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, people of all gender identities, people with disabilities, and veterans are all encouraged to apply. Role Summary Volunteer will assist staff in organizing and delivering meals to individuals and families living at Tubman’s shelter for victims/survivors of domestic violence. The shelter is located at Tubman East in Maplewood. Impact & Benefits Contribute to a positive and respectful living experience for families in shelter Assist in providing a safe and healthy living environment Position Responsibilities Portion out and deliver individual meals to each room in the shelter Follow COVID-19 protocols to ensure safety Assist with clean up as needed Build positive, safe, and friendly connections with residents Communicate concerns to staff as needed Position Qualifications Friendly, supportive, mature, and reliable Ability to maintain confidentiality, appropriate boundaries, and have good judgment in unexpected situations Understand and work from the agency’s set of values and philosophical approaches, including trauma-informed and strength-based care Ability to engage with a diverse group of clients and team members with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Must be 16 and older Time Commitment & Availability One consistent 2 hour shift each weekend preferred (with some flexibility): Saturday or Sunday, either 11 am-1 pm or 5-7 pm Supervision & Training Attend Tubman’s Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Trainings Supervised by Shelter staff Apply here: https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html
Date Posted: Jun 5, 2023
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Maplewood, MN 55109
Apply Now for a May start date at https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, people of all gender identities, people with disabilities, and veterans are all encouraged to apply. Role Summary Advocates at Tubman’s North Star Youth Outreach Center at the Maplewood Mall connect youth and young adults ages 10-24 of all genders (and their children, if parenting) to basic needs and resources. Youth are able to receive a range of services including individual advocacy, safety planning, and connection to resources at Tubman and partner agencies. Volunteers provide comprehensive support services, assisting with the use of a computer lab and laundry and accessing clothing and food. Impact & Benefits Position Make a difference in a young person’s life by listening and providing advocacy Maintain a safe and empowering space by providing support to youth, young adults, and children who have experienced or are at risk of homelessness, violence, and trauma Position Responsibilities Provide support in a strength-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed manner Understand and share information about Tubman and other community resources Foster trusting relationships with young people to create a safe and welcoming environment Follow Tubman guidelines, professional boundaries, and confidentiality as you interact with clients to identify their needs and strengths Communicate with supervisor and team as appropriate to best serve clients Position Qualifications Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to quickly engage and build trust Ability to respond calmly and respectfully in difficult and unexpected situations Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment that values people’s identities and multiple dimensions of diversity and experience Flexible, patient, and able to identify and build on strengths Experience in effective de-escalation, crisis intervention, or customer service Previous experience with diverse youth and young adults who have experienced trauma preferred Time Commitment & Availability Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday from 4-7:00 pm One shift a week for a minimum of nine months preferred Supervision & Training Attend Tubman’s five-part Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Training series Supervision provided by the Youth Community Housing Manager
Date Posted: Jun 5, 2023
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Maplewood, MN 55109
NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER 2023; APPLICATIONS WILL NOW BE CONSIDERED FOR FALL 2023 apply now at: https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, people of all gender identities, people with disabilities, and veterans are all encouraged to apply. Role Summary Child Specialist Interns support children who are living at Tubman’s shelter in Maplewood for families that have experienced domestic violence. Provide individualized, trauma-informed, strength-based care and advocacy through relationship building, on-site activities, field trips, and respite childcare. Impact & Benefits Create positive relationships and experiences for children living in shelter. Support children and parents in building life skills and enhancing positive decision-making. Foster growth and resilience within families who have experienced violence and trauma. Gain experience in advocacy while supporting families. Position Responsibilities Foster trusting relationships with children and parents while maintaining confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries Promote safety and healing through planning and facilitation of fun activities on-site and in the community Communicate and collaborate with colleagues, following agency guidelines, providing safety planning, crisis intervention, and additional resources and referrals as appropriate Facilitate communication, intakes, and follow-up with parents Position Qualifications Enjoy working with and have experience interacting with infants through school-agers Ability and willingness to listen actively and respond respectfully and appropriately to children, youth, and parents Maturity and good judgement in stressful situations to assure health and safety of everyone Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of children, parents, and the program as they arise Strong interpersonal skills, including emotional stability and patience Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment Set and uphold professional boundaries Time Commitment & Availability 10-20 hours a week from June 20th through August 17th required; Tubman training starts in mid-May Availability Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, 3-6 hour shifts between 12 noon and 6 pm Training & Supervision Attend Tubman’s five part Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Training series Supervised by a Child Specialist staff Organization Tubman offers safety, hope, and healing to people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who are facing relationship violence, sexual assault, exploitation, homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges, or other forms of trauma. We provide safe shelter and housing, legal services, mental and chemical health services, youth programs, and more. www.tubman.org Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, people of all gender identities, people with disabilities, and veterans are all encouraged to apply.
Date Posted: Jun 5, 2023
-
Aug 19
-
Nov 17
|
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Internship and volunteer applications are now being accepted for Fall 2023 start. Apply now at: https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, people of all gender identities, people with disabilities, and veterans are all encouraged to apply. *Travel/Driving is required for this position Position & Responsibilities Role Summary As part of Tubman’s Movement for Violence Prevention (MVP) team, the Youth Educator Intern connects with students through education and youth leadership activities. Interns present our violence prevention curriculum in middle and high schools, facilitate leadership groups, and provide tools to youth that support peer education and other related projects. Youth Education interns also provide individual advocacy and support. Impact & Benefits Provide youth with the information needed to recognize healthy relationship dynamics Support youth as they learn skills to engage in positive conflict resolution within their relationships and interactions with peers Educate community youth about the services Tubman has to offer Position Responsibilities Promote well-being of youth by administering prevention-based services and access points Provide on-going support through education, individual meetings, and leadership groups Communicate and collaborate with supervisor and team to support programming and promote events and activities Plan and curate posts to engage youth audiences via various social media platforms Qualifications & Expectations Position Qualifications: Excellent communication skills, flexibility, maturity, and positive attitude Awareness and understanding of challenges facing youth and ability to think critically Interest in public speaking, community outreach, and youth programs Ability to work independently and to manage resources and time effectively Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment Must have current driver’s license, insurance, access to a car, and willingness to travel Time Commitment & Availability Minimum of 10 hours per week, weekday availability required, September through May Supervision & Training Supervised by the Youth Education Manager Attend Tubman’s five part Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Training Series Dates for the Fall 2023 Training Series: The Saturday training and orientation will be held on-site at Tubman Chrysalis Center in Minneapolis. Saturday, August 19, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All evening trainings will be held virtually. Tuesday, August 22, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, August 24, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 29, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, August 31, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Organization Tubman offers safety, hope, and healing to people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who are facing relationship violence, sexual assault, exploitation, homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges, or other forms of trauma. We provide safe shelter and housing, legal services, mental and chemical health services, youth programs, and more. www.tubman.org
Date Posted: Jun 5, 2023
-
May 13
-
Aug 11
|
Maplewood, MN 55109
Please apply now at: https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, people of all gender identities, people with disabilities, and veterans are all encouraged to apply. Role Summary The Civil Legal Advocate Intern or Volunteer works with victims/survivors of domestic violence by responding to client calls requesting legal assistance, including writing and filing Orders for Protection (OFP). Assist staff with maintaining the client database and may also support clients at OFP hearings in Hennepin County Court. May also provide client support in criminal matters depending on team needs. Impact & Benefits Provide information and support, helping clients explore their legal options Position Responsibilities Return client calls seeking support with Orders for Protection; gather information and screen for assistance with OFPs; direct calls as appropriate Provide support, safety planning, and resource referrals as needed Assist clients with writing OFPs and follow up with the court administration and Sheriff’s Department to complete the filing process Assist staff in maintaining the client database Attend civil court hearings with clients who are seeking OFPs if opportunities arise Qualifications & Expectations Position Qualifications: Interest and understanding of the complex dynamics of domestic violence Prior experience working with victims of trauma, understanding of court systems and jurisdiction or relevant life or educational experience preferred Excellent communication skills, including the ability to respond without judgment to client needs, reacting appropriately with empathy and respect, while managing client expectations Ability to work well under pressure, independently, and remain calm in response to crisis situations Demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment Basic computer skills, including creating documents and entering data into database Candidates with their own transportation and driver’s license preferred Time Commitment & Availability 10-12 daytime, weekday hours per week at Chrysalis in Minneapolis; some remote work 9 months preferred; will consider summer only (May 14- end of August) Supervision & Training Attend Tubman’s five-part Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Training series Supervision provided by the Legal Services Team Organization Tubman offers safety, hope, and healing to people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who are facing relationship violence, sexual assault, exploitation, homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges, or other forms of trauma. We provide safe shelter and housing, legal services, mental and chemical health services, youth programs, and more. www.tubman.org
Date Posted: Jun 5, 2023