Friday 11am-2pm or 2pm-4pm (every other)
Saturday 9am-12noon (flexible shift)
2-3pm is strictly phone duty--Note: any of the 2-6pm shifts can be split up into TWO volunteering shifts
Levels Coach (additional training required)
Weekdays or weekends-a 2 hour shift would be preferred,
(One to 4 shifts per month)
Involves: Direct contact with residents -ability to act as both mentor and coach while guiding residents toward sustainable employment, mental perseverance and benefit acquisition
Requires: Attention to detail, dealing with facts, good personal boundaries
Case Aide (additional training required)
3 hour shift: Daytime-Any day Monday through Saturday
Involves: Direct contact with residents and ability to elicit personal information from reluctant clients
Desirable Background: Nursing/mental health/social services, ideal for retired RN, counselor/therapist, etc
(ON HOLD, AS OF 2.2009)
**Teachers Needed**
Involves teaching a class size of approx 3-20ppl for 30-60 minutes. Desirable background: History or interest in teaching, public speaking, or an applicable skill-set or knowledge-base.
Examples may include the following:
Taking Care of Me (Healthy Eating,Fitness,Attitude,Emotional
Health)
Conflict Resolution (at home and in the workplace)
Communication and Communication Styles
Photography
Domestic Violence and Homelessness
Arts & Crafts (self-expression,exploration)
Creative Writing, Poetry
Journaling
Music/Poetry
Tips/recipes for "family cooking" on a budget
Anger Management
Stress Reduction
Family Floor/Playroom & Computer Lab:
Computer Lab, 6-7pm and Playroom 6-8pm*(weekdays)*can work 1-2 hours
Can work either lab and playroom OR both. We require that all volunteers who serve on the Family Floor are reliable.
<URGENT>
There is a need for volunteers in the playroom on Mondays and Thursdays from 6-8pm. Most playroom volunteers commit to one night a week for 1-2 hours. There is also a need for computer lab volunteers during the week from 6-8p, along with homework helpers on Wed nts from 7-8pm.
St. Joseph's Veteran Center
All volunteers must be 16 years of age or older
Tutors:
computer/resume writing/interviewing/math
Nurse practitioners/teaching nurses/dieticians:
Instructors, in the areas of: investing, stock market, savings, etc.
Listener/Mentor:
available 1 day each week, 11am-1 or 2pm to listen to and help mentor residents. This individual must be kind, yet willing & able to establish boundaries
Licensed plumber & licensed electrician needed for occasional small replairs.
FATHER ED JUDY HOUSE
Groups needed MONTHLY to come in and celebrate birthdays
Responsibilities include: bringing in games, small gifts, etc. and celebrate our youth! :)
(No Groups needed at this time 2.2009)
1-2 MONTHLY volunteers needed with a pick-up truck or van to transport donated furniture from storage unit(s) to families in need.
1-2 volunteers needed to assist with Resume Writing. Although this position is flexible, it may include weekends or evenings.
After-school tutor.
Weekday (M-Th) 4:00-5:30 pm. A great opportunity to help a child shine in school. Work individually with children on homework assignments or reading/writing practice. Students range from elementary to high school, so there is always a variety. This is a chance to work one-on-one with students and get to know them on an individual level.
Sunday night help with Play Connection group
Sunday nights 6:45-8:15 pm. Assist with children while families attend a weekly Play Connection group. This volunteer will attend the group with the families, and will help care for infants and toddlers so their mothers can be engaged with the group. Play Connection is a group that encourages learning and growth through play.
Clerical assistance:
One-two hours weekly, times flexible. Assist case managers and family advocates with support in the office. Provide basic office support by answering the phone, making copies for client files, sending faxes, filing paperwork, and helping set up for lunch or snack. This behind-the-scenes assistance helps daily staff members tackle larger projects and more fully advocate for our residents.
Childare Support:
Assist the children’s coordinator with childcare and children’s activities while mothers attend required house meetings, support groups, and life skills classes. There are several evenings each week when mothers at the Fr. Ed Judy House have required group meetings, and childcare is needed during those times. Childcare volunteers work with the Children’s Coordinator doing fun activities with the kids. A desire for hands-on experience with children is vital to our childcare supporters. Activities often involve playing outside, art projects, reading, and games. Groups usually last one hour.
Contact: Tray Dubray
303-742-0823 x 2072
Volunteers needed to assist with child care during program meetings. Must be at least 18 years of age.
1st Thursday from 6-8 pm in Bennett
2nd Monday from 5-7 pm in Lakewood
2nd Tuesday from 6-8 pm in Castle Rock
2nd Thursday from 6-8 pm in Golden
3rd Wednesday from 5-7 pm in Aurora
Volunteer Coordinator: Kerry Blacker 303-742-0823 ext 2046
Catholic Charities Mulroy Senior Center has a lot to offer volunteers. You will have the chance to work with a diverse group of active, friendly, and fun seniors in a relaxed environment. Volunteer duties can be varied include some light food preparation, calling Bingo, helping to lead low-impact exercise, answering the phone, or picking up donations. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator listed above for more information.
Youth Services (Urgent Need)
Mentor/Tutor/Homework Helper
Volunteer Coordinator for the Mentoring/Tutoring Program: Eric Hicks 303-742-0823, ext. 2074
Do you enjoy working with children? Make a difference in the life of a child (4th-6th grade) as a mentor/tutor/homework helper! Due to the nature of the work, we require that volunteers who serve in our program commit to 1 day (same day each week) per week, for one hour at a time (available times will fall between 9am-4pm on weekdays and will be determined in collaboration between the mentor and program coordinator) for a minimum of 1 year. *Volunteers who serve as mentors/homework helpers must be 18 years of age or older and must participate in a background check. To apply, please request a “Volunteer Information Packet,” at the contact information above.