Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Faith House and becoming an integral part of the movement to support survivors of domestic violence! The steadfast dedication and tireless energy of volunteers sustain the life-saving services of our organization.
We are very excited that you have chosen to volunteer at Faith House and look forward to embarking on this journey with you.
Faith House has many volunteer opportunities within our organization. Volunteers help programs and events run smoother. We are always in need of more volunteers!
As Needed Service Opportunities
Admin Support
✦ Envelope stuffing
✦ Flyer distribution
✦ Stapling packets
✦ Calling supporters
✦ Volunteer check-in
CENTER SUPPORT
✦ CRISIS CALLS
✦ IN-THE-MOMENT NEEDS
✦ ORGANIZING COMMON & STORAGE AREAS
✦ WATCHING KIDS DURING SUPPORT GROUPS
✦ SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
✦ DECORATING AROUND THE PREMISES
✦ BRINGING INGREDIENTS FOR A MEAL ON A MONTHLY OR BI-MONTHLY BASIS
MAINTENANCE
✦ CLEANING AROUND FACILITY
✦ CLEANING PET KENNELS
✦ GARDEN WORK
✦ PICKING UP & TAKING OUT TRASH
✦ PRESSURE WASHING BUILDINGS
SPECIAL EVENTS
✦ FUNDRAISING
✦ AWARENESS
✦ EVENT PLANNING
✦ EVENT SET-UP & PICK-UP
✦ FOOD ASSISTANCE
WILDFLOWER LANE
✦ LIGHT CLEANING
✦ SORTING & HANGING CLOTHING
✦ SEASONAL DECORATING
✦ DEEP CLEANING ON CLOSED DAYS
✦ COUNTING INVENTORY ON THE FLOOR
✦ ORGANIZING/GATHERING HANGERS
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM
✦ PLAYROOM ORGANIZING & CLEANING
✦ PREPARING SNACKS FOR AFTER SCHOOL
✦ TOY CLEANING
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
✦ ARTS & CRAFTS
✦ SEASONAL
✦ MUSIC
YOUR IDEA!
✦ WANT TO PROVIDE A SERVICE BUT DON'T SEE IT LISTED? LET'S SEE WHAT WE CAN DO!
Mandatory requirements to join us
Application
We must receive a complete application.
background check
A background check is required for all prospective volunteers.
paperwork
Confidentiality agreement, Release and Waiver of Liability form, Reference check, and Emergency Contact and Medical form.
Interested in working directly with survivors? Additional requirements underneath:
40-hour advocate training
Online modules to become familiar with topics of domestic violence.
Volunteer training
In-person, scheduled training to become familiar with shelter procedures and topics of domestic violence.
Volunteer Application
"*" indicates required fields
✧Check your email!✧
Volunteer Orientation
Our next volunteer orientation will be:
TBA
Location: West Regional Library
(501 Old Spanish Trail, Scott, LA 70583)
Time: 10:30AM-2:30PM
Lunch will be provided!
See you there!
