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Volunteer Positions/Time Commitments
Mentoring a Mom
For many reasons, only women are accepted for this position. We ask that the mentors are able to be available for their moms at least one hour a week, have short conferences with the Family Advocate on a regular basis and participate in the educational/support meeting once a month.
Fundraising
This is an "as needed" position. The hours required will be determined by the volunteer's availability and Gilead House's current need.
Writing (newsletter & grants)
All with experience are welcome in this position. There is an ongoing need for grant writing. Help with the newsletter can be on a one-time basis or ongoing, depending on the volunteer's availability.
Prayer Team
The Prayer Team opportunities are available for those who would like to meet with the team on the third Monday of each month and those who would like to participate through email contact.
Tutoring
There are often needs for tutoring for the children and for the moms. There would be a time commitment of an hour per week for an agreed upon period of time.
Nutritionist
There are several opportunities for a volunteer nutritionist: as a Life Skills teacher on a one-time (hour) or on-going basis; and as a counselor for the families who have health issues or need lifestyle adjustments.
Credit Counseling
This is an ongoing need for many of the residents and could be a one-time advice opportunity for a Life Skills class or multiple sessions with an individual. Getting credit problems resolved is a very important part of our program.
Legal Advice
Many of the residents come to us with legal issues that need to be resolved in order for them to move forward. The time commitment would be based on the individual's need and the volunteer's availability.
House Repairs
This position is definitely on an 'as needed' basis! Just with any house, almost every skill is needed from time to time. You could be a real life-saver in this volunteer position.
Financial Mentoring
Most of the women who come to Gilead House need some form of financial education; many have never had a bank account or credit card and have no idea what a monthly budget is. This could be a one-time, one hour volunteer opportunity for a Life Skills class or an on-going position with an individual.
Babysitting
There are numerous opportunities for babysitting: in the evening during the weekly Life Skills classes, a Saturday morning for quarterly educational workshops, and other sporadic events. This is a great way for middle and high school kids to get Community Service hours!
Life Skills Teachers
The Life Skills classes provide the broadest opportunity for those who would like to volunteer an hour of their time on a one-time basis or an on-going basis. We need those who can teach everything from sewing on a button to changing the oil in your car! Methods of de-stressing make for great classes as do parenting skills and budgeting tips. Be creative!