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Volunteer Application - Click here for the online volunteer application or download our PDF file
Mentor
Become an important person in the life of one of our youth by committing to spend one-on-one time cultivating a supportive relationship that has the potential to become a life-long attachment.
Requirements
An ability to commit to weekly contact with mentee; A commitment to consistently model positive life choices
Time Commitment
1 hour (or more) per week; Potential life-long commitment
Mentor Family
Mentor one of our youth in a "family setting" - including them in family gatherings, including holidays and cultivating a supportive relationship that has the potential to become a life-long attachment.
Requirements
An ability to commit to weekly contact with mentee; A commitment to consistently model positive life choices.
Time Commitment
1 hour (or more) per week; Potential life-long commitment
Informal Mentor
Commit to spending a few hours on a weekend afternoon (from 2-6 PM) at Jeremiah's Promise on a periodic basis, making yourself available to listen, assist with homework, go for a hike with the youth, watch a DVD and/or just "hang out".
Requirements
An ability to commit to one (or more) weekend afternoons each month preferred; A commitment to consistently model positive life choices
Time Commitment
4 hours (or more) per month
Social Event Coordination
Collaborate on planning relationship building outings and events for our youth to enjoy. Outings/events need not be elaborate. A simple movie night, afternoon hike or trip to the mall can provide a wonderful environment for bonding to take place.
Requirements
Genuine heart for college-age youth; A spirit of fun; Donations contributed toward outing expenses appreciated
Time Commitment
Time commitment varies by occasion; Scheduled on a periodic basis
Respite Provider
Spend the night at Jeremiah's Promise enjoying the residents and enabling staff supervisors to take time off. Typical supervisory schedule is 9 PM-7 AM.
Requirements
Current openings for Females Only to provide supervision of a female household; Availability to stay up to 4 consecutive nights (as needed) a plus
Time Commitment
10 hours per night (9 PM-7 AM); Scheduled on a periodic basis as needed
Life Skill Workshop Presenter
Present a one hour workshop on a Thursday evening sharing a skill you have. Topics commonly covered by the Life Skill Workshop series include: Study Habits, Nutrition, Fitness, Healthy Communication, Job Search Skills, Basic Auto Maintenance, Self Defense, Conflict Resolution, Basic Computer Skills, Finance Management, and Cooking. Feel free to suggest additional topics for consideration.
Requirements
Knowledge of subject being presented; Availability to present on a Thursday night from 7:15-8:15; Hands-on approach and sense of humor a plus
Time Commitment
1 hour per workshop; Scheduled on a periodic basis
Academic Tutor
Assist a youth in overcoming academic challenges by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions in a subject in which you excel.
Requirements
Knowledge of academic subject; Patient and affirming demeanor; Availability to provide weekly tutoring sessions approximately one hour in length
Time Commitment
One hour weekly as needed
Administrative Assistance
Assist with basic administrative duties - answering phones, making phone calls, faxing reports, typing correspondence, stuffing envelopes, updating records, internet research, running errands, etc.
Requirements
A friendly demeanor; Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as basic office equipment a plus
Time Commitment
Opportunity available for 2-3 hours per week commitment; Opportunities to help with special projects scheduled a periodic basis
Fundraising Assistance
Assist with special fundraising efforts - stuffing envelopes for mass mailings, coordinating details for special events, grant writing, etc.
Requirements
Strengths in administrative skills and attention to detail plus
Time Commitment
Varies by project
Computer (IT) Support
Perform routine computer/network maintenance tasks and system back-up. Troubleshoot technology issues. Assist with set-up of new computers and equipment as needed.
Requirements
General knowledge of IT; Education in computer technology preferred
Time Commitment
Opportunity available for 2-3 hours per month commitment; Help with set-up and troubleshooting technology issues scheduled a periodic basis as needed
Household Maintenance
Perform general household maintenance tasks and repairs as needed. Move and/or assemble furniture. Provide assistance with pick-up or delivery of large or heavy items.
Requirements
Talent with "fixing things"; Imaginative problem solving skills a plus; Truck available for help with occasional pick-up or delivery appreciated
Time Commitment
Time commitment varies; Scheduled on an "as needed" basis
Yard Work
Join in on monthly work days and participate in efforts to provide a pleasant, welcoming outdoor environment in which our youth spend time studying, socializing and/or dreaming of happy days to come.
Requirements
A willing hand and a heart to serve; children welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian
Time Commitment
Approximately 3 hours per occasion; Scheduled on a periodic basis
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