Volunteer Training and Development

*Level I Volunteer

Under the supervision of the Volunteer Coordinator and staff, a Level I volunteer will be able to take part in any or all of the Level I positions

· Student-based information exchange per class requirement

(all grades) / Level 1

· Student Mentor Program / Level 1

· Child Services Assistant / Level 1

· Office Assistant / Level 1

· Landscape Assistant / Level 1

· Thrift Store Support / Level 1

· Event Staff / Level 1

· Projects For Shelter Staff / Level 1

Requirements: 16 years or older and completion of Level 1 Training (8 hours)

Training Times

Level 1 trainings will consist of 2-4 hours and will be held on as-needed basis.

*Level II Volunteer

Under the supervision of the Volunteer Coordinator and staff, a Level II volunteer will be able to provide direct client services. Complete Relief Shift of Shelter Manager & provide hotline coverage.

Requirements: 18 years or older, access to a vehicle, and completion of Level II training (40 hours)

Training Times

Level II trainings will consist of 40 hours and will be held 2 times a year, the Spring and Fall.

Volunteer Positions

Hotline Support / Level II

Relief Staff / Level II

We want volunteers to enjoy their work and be able to learn new skills through their experience. The ultimate goal is to create a situation in which both the volunteer and the clients of New Directions Center, Inc. can benefit from the job performed.

In-service programs offer further information on crisis intervention, personal growth, and safety planning.

Become a Volunteer!!

HELP IS AVAILABLE!

    Call us toll-free (540) 886-6800 or 1-800-56-HAVEN

    Office (540) 885-7273

    Fax 540-885-0686

    TTY/TDD

    Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

	Mission Statement New Directions Center, Inc. works to reduce the impact and occurrence of sexual, emotional and physical violence by providing support services and raising community awareness.

New Directions Center, Inc.

Options for those emotionally,
physically, & sexually abused.

Hotlines:

540-886-6800

1-800-56-haven

ndc@newdirectionscenter.org