Become a docent and be a part a part of all of our field trips and educational programming.
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) certification training is required and provided by the YWCA. Additional SAFEPLAN Certification training is required and is provided by MOVA (Massachusetts Office of Victim Assistance). Costs related to this training are the intern’s/volunteer’s responsibility. Volunteers and interns would shadow the SAFEPLAN advocate during court hours. Learning experiences include but are not…
The Child Activities Leader will craft age appropriate activities for children staying in the YWCA Domestic Violence Shelter. The Child Activities Leader will ideally create activities that are both fun, educational, and promote healthy habits. Adult and Teen Activities leader will provide a two hour activity of their choice for women in YWCA Domestic Violence…
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) certification training is required and is provided by the YWCA. Volunteer tasks include responding to area emergency rooms for support, advocacy, and safety planning for survivors of sexual assault. Volunteers much have a working cell phone, as this is how communication is possible to YWCA hotline and supervisors. Volunteers must make…
Tutors will provide academic support for students working to receive their HiSET (GED) in the YWCA Youth Build Program. Tutors should be skilled and knowledgeable in either or all subjects in math, science, writing and social studies.
No certification needed. Volunteer tasks include distribution of hotline cards and flyers to public places, (medical centers, doctor’s offices, schools, etc.). Volunteer time commitment is flexible. Documentation responsibilities include contact list/addresses of locations and drop offs. Volunteer supervision requirements are minimal.
Looking for a great team-building opportunity? Want to show your support for a community organization with an important mission? Group volunteering offers fulfilling opportunities for community groups and businesses to express their support of Zoo New England’s mission. Projects include helping with special events, grounds keeping and special projects. Groups are also encouraged to share…
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) certification training is required and is provided by the YWCA. Additional training also required. Volunteer tasks include required paperwork and observation shifts. Training is an additional 20-80 hours. Volunteer responsibilities include properly completing hotline logs of all calls, providing emotional support to victims, survivors, and significant others; assessing risk, safety planning,…
Looking for a great team-building opportunity? Want to show your support for a community organization with an important mission? Group volunteering offers fulfilling opportunities for community groups and businesses to express their support of Zoo New England’s mission. Projects include helping with special events, grounds keeping and special projects. Groups are also encouraged to share…
SCIL provides opportunities for students from area colleges and universities to come and gain valuable experience at SCIL to complement their studies in human services, sociology, education, and other fields relevant to our mission.