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2024-08-30
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2024-11-28
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Virtual Opportunity
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 Create content for Tubman’s Movement for Violence Prevention (MVP) social media pages and youth website. Youth voices matter, and we want to hear yours! Work collaboratively with our youth team to create informational, inspirational, and transformative content that makes an impact. MVP content is created for and by youth. Want to contribute? Complete the applications or contact us at volunteer@tubman.org or 612-767-6680 to hear how you can get involved!
Date Posted: 2024-07-25
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2024-11-30
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2024-11-30
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Minneapolis, MN 55407
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: 2024-07-25
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Flexible Schedule
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Maplewood, MN 55109
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. Position & Responsibilities Role Summary Advocates at Tubman’s NorthStar 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 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 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 Qualifications & Expectations 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 Volunteers ages 16 on up are welcome to get involved in this intergenerational program Time Commitment & Availability Minimum of one shift a week for nine months preferred Shifts are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 1:00 - 4:30 or 4:30 - 8:00 pm, and Fridays 1:00 -5:00 pm Supervision & Training Attend Tubman’s Agency Orientation (in-person Saturday training), on-site orientation at NorthStar Youth Outreach Center, and webinar/training materials provided by supervisor Supervision provided by the NorthStar Youth Outreach Manager 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
Date Posted: 2024-07-25
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Flexible Schedule
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Maplewood, MN 55109
Apply now at: https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteer-intern/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. Hennepin County Criminal Legal Advocate Role Summary The Criminal Legal Advocate Assistant is responsible for supporting our staff legal advocates, connecting with clients about the court process and providing database and other administrative support. There may be some limited opportunities to attend court proceedings. Wednesday and Thursday availability preferred. Impact & Benefits Update clients about court proceedings and outcomes Learn about domestic violence and the criminal court process Provide information and support to clients through other resources and referrals as needed Position Responsibilities Communicate with clients about court proceedings and next steps, safety planning and resources Update databases with court and client information and other work as needed Depending on team needs and court schedules, attend court 1-2 times/month, providing input to prosecutors regarding client objectives and interests Position Qualifications Demonstrated interest and understanding of the complex dynamics of domestic violence, the court system and legal terminology preferred Able to work independently and communicate with staff about workload Excellent communication skills, including active listening skills and ability to respond without judgment to client needs, reacting appropriately with empathy and respect Demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment Must have own transportation and driver’s license Must have computer and internet sufficient to work remotely as necessary Must have a smart phone and be able to use Google Voice to call and receive calls from clients Time Commitment & Availability 2 days per week, 8:00 - 4:30 required; Wednesday and Thursday preferred A minimum of 9 months preferred Weekday, daytime availability required Supervision & Training Attend Tubman’s five-part Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Training series Supervision provided by the Legal Services Team 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.
Date Posted: 2024-07-25
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Flexible Schedule
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Maplewood, MN 55109
Apply Now for an August 19th 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 The volunteer will be responsible for transporting residents safely from appointments and off-site errands. Flexible daytime hours, preferred Tuesday and Thursday availability. Impact & Benefits Assist clients without their own transportation in getting their basic needs met Enable clients to connect in the community and have a positive impact on the quality of their lives Position Responsibilities Drive shelter residents to and from the Sun Ray Shopping Center using the agency van Ensure cleanliness and functionality of van, communicating with staff and other volunteers if concerns arise Build positive, safe, and supportive relationships with clients Position Qualifications Have a valid driver’s license, current insurance, and good driving record Clear communication, good decision-making, and time-management skills Comfort with driving a van (no special license required) Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment Time Commitment & Availability Weekday availability; minimum commitment of one round trip per week Supervision & Training Attend Tubman’s Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Trainings Supervised by Shelter staff Organization Each year Tubman helps nearly 25,000 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, and youth programs. www.tubman.org We encourage applications from people of color, multilingual speakers, all genders, veterans, and people with disabilities. Apply here: https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html
Date Posted: 2024-07-25