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Volunteers Renewal House was created, and continues to grow, with the commitment and dedication of an exceptional volunteer community. Renewal House offers an environment where volunteers can grow both personally and professionally while gaining perspective on the problem of mothers struggling with addiction. We value the gifts and talents that volunteers bring to our program and its families. Renewal House strives to create a positive, memorable volunteer experience.  To Become a Renewal House Volunteer
The first step is to contact the Volunteer Coordinator who will provide you with a Volunteer Information Packet that includes:
The Orientation is designed to discover all the unique gifts that an individual brings to Renewal House Renewal House Volunteer Job Descriptions The following are brief descriptions of our most common volunteer opportunities. Each position has a detailed job description that can be obtained through the Renewal House Volunteer Coordinator. GED Tutor: GED Tutors work one-on-one with mothers to help them get ready for their GED tests. This includes helping the mother develop study skills and reviewing GED preparation books. Hours are agreed on by the volunteer and mother. Parent Partner: Parent Partners assist Renewal House mothers in developing parenting skills, understanding child development and applying this knowledge to their children. Parenting materials, such as videos, are available through Renewal House. Hours are agreed on by the volunteer and mother. Transportation Volunteer: In this position, volunteers work with staff and clients to help transport families to appointments. This could include transporting individual clients or helping transport clients for special events. Vocational Partner: Volunteers in this position help mothers improve their job skills. This includes everything from selecting a wardrobe to helping moms prepare for job interviews. Hours are agreed on by the volunteer and mother. Computer Lab Partner: This position allows the volunteers to work one-on-one with mothers to learn basic computer skills. Renewal House has a computer lab and curriculum to assist volunteers. Hours are agreed on by the volunteer and mother. Childcare Volunteer: In this position, volunteers supplement Renewal House childcare staff. Renewal House provides regular childcare three nights a week while mothers are involved in various group activities. Volunteers help our staff provide entertaining and educational activities for children. "Outside the Box" Volunteer: Got talent, skills or creativity? Work with Renewal House to create a unique, one-time volunteer project for Renewal House families. All volunteers must sign a confidentiality statement as well as agree to a background check. Those working in direct contact with Renewal House clients must have a TB test. Each position generally involves a one hour, weekly, commitment. Volunteers are asked to work with Renewal House staff so that staff may stay informed of client progress. Staff will work with volunteers to address any areas of concern for the clients. Group Volunteer Projects
Freda's Story (Continued) "I give to Renewal House because of the stories I have heard graduates tell. It is obvious in the faces of the moms and children of Renewal House that the program IS making a positive impact in their lives." |
and select the most appropriate volunteer position. Renewal House also works to develop "outside the box" volunteer opportunities that benefit our program and our volunteers. This includes things such as one-time special events or project for mothers and children. After a final job description is chosen, a Volunteer Supervisor is assigned to provide one-on-one training. The Volunteer Supervisor, along with the Volunteer Coordinator, will assist the volunteer throughout the volunteer placement.