VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

The Next Virtual 40 Hour Domestic Violence Training Program Begins May 6th!

24-Hour Crisis Response Team

Provide crisis intervention and advocacy to domestic violence survivors on location at police stations in Union County or remotely by phone at the time of a DV incident. Requirements: Valid NJ driver’s license and access to a vehicle, 40 Hour DV Training, criminal background check, and 1 year commitment. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required. Availability needed: on-call flexible scheduling – choose your shifts monthly (primarily evenings, weekends, overnight).

24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline

Provide resources, referrals, advocacy, support and intervention to callers. Requirements: 40 Hour DV Training, criminal background check, and 1 year commitment. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required. Availability needed: weekdays, weekends, holidays, overnight.

STEP (Skills Training and Empowerment Program) Mentor

Support domestic violence survivors with varying work abilities and employment histories. Assist with resume building, job searches, computer skills, and interview skills. Requirements: DV 101 Training, criminal background check, and 1 year commitment. Availability needed: weekday evenings.

Administrative

Assist in general office duties such as copying, filing, organizing office and/or event supplies, sorting donations, and stuffing envelopes for appeal mailings. Requirement: 2+ hours per week commitment. Availability needed: hours between Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.

Childcare

Care for children while their parent receives valuable services such as counseling, case management, or skills training. Must have personal or professional childcare experience. Requirements: DV 101 Training and criminal background check. Availability needed: weekends or weekdays; afternoons or evenings.

Court Advocacy

Provide emotional support and legal options to domestic violence survivors applying for a Final Restraining Order at the Union County Courthouse. Requirements: 40 Hour DV Training, criminal background check, and 1 year commitment. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required. Availability needed: weekdays, 8:30am.*

     *We are not currently accepting new CA applicants – please check back for updates.

Board of Directors and Board Committees

We are always looking for dedicated community leaders to join our Board of Directors and serve on Board Committees, including Finance, Development, and Governance. Please contact Kathryn Lynch if you have expertise in these areas and would be interested in serving.

Our 40 Hour Domestic Violence Training is offered four times per year.

Please email volunteer@ywcaunioncounty.org for more information.