Benefits to Volunteering
Responsibilities of Volunteers
Time Requirements for Volunteers
Areas of Service at the Crisis Center
Areas of Service at the Crisis Center Thrift Shop
Service on the Board of Directors*
Steps to Joining our Volunteer Team
What Our Volunteers Say
Volunteers extend our capacity to serve. They do so joyfully, exhibiting enthusiasm, commitment and dedication to their responsibilities. Whether sorting clothes at the Crisis Center Thrift Store or considering policy changes at the Board level, every volunteer’s contribution is received with gratitude.
Because the Crisis Center provides services to over 850 victims and children each year, we always need volunteers! Each year we are blessed with over 12,000 donated hours in a variety of job roles.
Benefits to Volunteering
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You provide a much-needed service that directly or indirectly helps people impacted by domestic violence.
- You can utilize your skills and strengths in a positive environment where you are appreciated.
- You help educate the public and raise safety awareness.
- You can learn a new skill or train for a unique opportunity.
- You may receive credit for school.
- You could add your community service to your resume.
- You will make new friends.
- Your opinion will be sought and thoughtfully considered.
- You receive recognition for your service.
- You strengthen our communities by contributing your best to a great effort.
Responsibilities of Volunteers
- Learn about the Crisis Center and how your job contributes to our mission.
- Follow policies and procedures, working conscientiously and responsibly.
- Give regular and reliable commitments of time and be sure to inform the staff supervisor of any changes.
- Participate in orientation and training programs.
- Respect the confidential nature of many aspects of the Crisis Center’s work.
Time Requirements for Volunteers
Time commitments vary. At the Crisis Center Thrift Store, a minimum of four hours a week is required. You may choose to spend an hour providing childcare at the Crisis Center, staff the hotline on a weekend, help a woman get settled in her new home, join our Skills Bank and demonstrate a special skill or talent as needed, or help in the shelter office. We will work to accommodate your schedule and we will respect your time!
| Areas of Service at the Crisis Center |
|
Children’s Program
tutor
mentor
provide childcare |
Survivor Assistance
answer hotline
provide transportation
be an advocate/friend
share your hobby or professional expertise |
General Maintenance
carpentry
plumbing
lawn maintenance
gardening
painting
electrical work
other
|
Office Work
receptionist
computer input
general office |
We invite you to explore opportunities at the Crisis Center or the Crisis Center Thrift Store. Contact our volunteer coordinator at 903-893-3909. She will gladly schedule an appointment with you on Tuesdays or Thursdays. It won’t take more than 30 minutes of your valuable time and will help ensure the placement that is right for you.
Areas of Service at the Crisis Center Thrift Shop
- sort and price merchandise
- pick up and deliver donations
- work the cash register
- arrange displays
- assist customers
Service on the Board of Directors*
- attend monthly meetings
- review policy and Center procedures
- assist with fundraising
- provide advocacy and public relations
*Directors are selected by nomination and are chosen by the current Board. If interested, please contact Kathy Crenshaw, the Crisis Center’s Executive Director, for more information. Call 903-893-3909.
Steps to Joining our Volunteer Team
- Call to schedule an appointment with the volunteer coordinator.
- Complete/submit an application, which is available online or at the Crisis Center office.
- Consider how you would most like to use your special skills or spend your time.
- Provide information for a background check, ensuring the safety of all staff, volunteers, visitors, and clients.
- Enjoy the training provided and begin serving in a job and within a timeframe that works best for you.
What Our Volunteers Say
“Being a volunteer is a joy.”
“It’s personal fulfillment for me. Knowing that the store provides extra funds for the Crisis Center keeps me on the job.”
“It’s a way of making a contribution to stopping sexual assault and domestic violence.”
“It’s for a worthy cause and I thoroughly enjoy knowing the other volunteers.”
“It gives me a chance to help those who are having a difficult time.”
