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Volunteer Opportunities
The
positions described below are available to persons wishing
to participate in the Newhouse program as volunteers.
Volunteer training is provided. If you are interested,
please call Jennifer
816-474-6446 ext. 224 or fill-out the volunteer
application and mail to:
Newhouse
Attn:
Jennifer
PO
Box 240019
Kansas
City MO 64124
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SHELTER ADVOCATE
(Positions available for Evenings and Weekends)
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Assist with
resident intakes and exits |
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Answer
Newhouse or Metrowide hotline |
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Distribute
needed supplies to residents |
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Serve
as a role model for residents by offering support and understanding |
Skills
necessary: trustworthy, the ability to listen and empathize,
nonjudgmental and able to handle various job tasks simultaneously.
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CHILDREN'S ADVOCATE
(Schedule varies)
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Assist
with art and play time |
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Assist
with self-esteem building activities |
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Teach
nonviolent conflict resolution |
Skills
necessary: a love of children, an awareness of their
interests, and patience for distressed behavior.
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COURT ADVOCATE
(8:00 am to 12:00 noon M-F)
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Act
as a liaison between witnesses and the city prosecutor
in KCMO municipal court |
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Provide
information to witnesses regarding available resources,
safety options, domestic violence education and
shelter services (any time) |
Skills
necessary: good communication and listening skills,
nonjudgmental attitude, trustworthy, able to work with
court personnel.
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SPEAKERS BUREAU
(Mostly evenings, some weekends and daytime)
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Represent
Newhouse while educating the public about domestic
violence, Newhouse programs and the services available |
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Promote
the right to live in a violence-free environment |
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Give
speeches to civic groups, churches, businesses |
Skills
necessary: good communications skills, personable, prompt,
enjoy speaking in front of groups.
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YOUTH MENTOR
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Read
to children and/or help with homework |
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Be
a positive role model |
Skills
necessary: willing to work with children, patient, dependable, friendly, understanding and strong communication skills.
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SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEES
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Assist in the planning and implementation of the various Newhouse events and fundraisers. |
Skills
necessary: Dependable, available for monthly meetings, willingness to work hard, and strong communication and planning skills. Must enjoy working in team environments.
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