Mentor and help a survivor of domestic violence get back on her feet

Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Last updated on June 6, 2013

Provide support, guidance and empowerment for women who have survived domestic violence. Assist women in building confidence, strength and skills in personal growth, parenting, training and professional pursuits. Weekly contact with woman mentee, via phone or email and 2-3 visits per month with mentee at mutually agreed time and place. Monthly 2 hour supervision group for mentors.

Hours: Approximately 3-5 hours/month with mentee, 2 hours/month with other mentors. 9 month commitment, beginning in February, 2012.
Qualifications: Compassion, patience, positive role modeling, flexibility. Ability to listen, guide and empower women to develop inner and outer resources, skills and connections to live independently.
Training: 20 hour training in mid Feb, 2012. Training covers domestic violence, healing, life coaching, listening skills, self-care, network development

This opportunity is sponsored by: SOAR 55, Service Opportunities After Reaching 55

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Older Adults We need volunteers who are free at these times Weekdays Frequency Available Monthly This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Family Services Advocacy & Human Rights Women's Rights We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Advocacy Counseling / Information Support Companionship

Contact Person: Jan Latorre-Stiller, Senior Director, (phone), (email) View all organization contacts

Address:

492 Waltham Street West Newton, MA 02465 (See a map)

Directions:

A volunteer would only come to our office for an initial interview and for training workshops.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: N/A

Web Site: http://www.ncscweb.org/programs/soar55

Last updated on June 6, 2013