Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) certification training is required and is provided by the YWCA. Volunteer tasks include responding to area emergency rooms for support, advocacy, and safety planning for survivors of sexual assault. Volunteers much have a working cell phone, as this is how communication is possible to YWCA hotline and supervisors. Volunteers must make…
No certification needed. Volunteer tasks include distribution of hotline cards and flyers to public places, (medical centers, doctor’s offices, schools, etc.). Volunteer time commitment is flexible. Documentation responsibilities include contact list/addresses of locations and drop offs. Volunteer supervision requirements are minimal.
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) certification training is required and provided by the YWCA. Additional SAFEPLAN Certification training is required and is provided by MOVA (Massachusetts Office of Victim Assistance). Costs related to this training are the intern’s/volunteer’s responsibility. Volunteers and interns would shadow the SAFEPLAN advocate during court hours. Learning experiences include but are not…
Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity relies on it’s volunteers to build homes, but also to build our organization. Volunteers can: Help in the office, Work on fundraisers, Help at events, Help with families, Recruit other volunteers, Work with faith communities, Help build homes, or help with Other off-site projects.
We will work with you to develop an experience for your group that will be meaningful and support the youth (either directly or indirectly) who are in our program. Your group working together to make the future brighter for so many kids in our community is a great team-building experience.
Sometimes you have to think outside the box. We have many great ideas such as identifying ways to further enrich the experience for the matches, personal development for our volunteers, or creating a video to be used to recruit mentors. If you have expertise that you would like to share we have a project for…
Like a well oiled machine, data entry, filing, and other light office work is critical to ensuring the office is working smoothly.
Whether you are an avid or novice bowler, craft beer connoisseur, or simply love to plan a party, we are always looking for great volunteers to help us with our signature events.
Each year, over 200 community members volunteer their time and resources to helping Homework House kids. Volunteer opportunities are available Monday through Friday during the school year and in our summer program.