In addition to in-kind donations, we rely heavily on the help of our volunteers. They're a critical part of the day-to-day functioning of our organization, performing a variety of tasks such as direct work with women and children, hotline advocacy, administrative work, shelter clean-ups, children's parties, maintenance projects and much more. You can see a list of volunteer positions below.
If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information, please contact Laura Ross at 216-688-7295 or lross@dvccleveland.org to find out what volunteer opportunities are available.
D.V.C. also offers internships/field placement experience for students in social work and related fields.
All new volunteers are required to attend some level of training. All non-direct service volunteers will be required to attend at least 3 hours of training and orientation. All direct service volunteers will attend a longer and more comprehensive training.
Note: The positions below which are marked with an asterisk (*) are areas in which we currently need the most support.
Organize and coordinate letter writing campaigns, assist with developing community events designed to raise awareness, monitor local media for information and trends related to domestic violence.
A wide variety of development, public relations and marketing opportunities are available depending on experience and interest. Assist with grant writing, special events, developing website content, newsletter, researching information or clerical/administrative support.
Work as part of the team planning and organizing one of DVC's annual fundraising events. Assist with obtaining auction/raffle items, event sponsors and advertisers, oversee event details/creative elements and help to publicize the event. Opportunitiees are available throughout the year.
Groups are needed to donate meals to the emergency shelter residents. You can also serve the meal at the shelter or just drop it off. Meals should be prepared for approximately 25 women and 25 children. This opportunity is available 7 days a week - Monday - Friday for dinner and Saturday or Sunday for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Assist the Latina Project coordinator with numerous tasks requiring both English and Spanish speaking skills. Duties include but not limited to; answering hotline calls, justice system advocacy, assist at speaking and education engagements.
Assist Moms, Women's Advocates and Youth Advocates with children in shelter or at community support group sites. Duties include watching children during groups for Moms, reading to and playing with children, or creating group activities.
Assist staff with local community speaking engagements. Provide basic domestic violence information at health fairs, career fairs, and other community based functions.
Assist staff with inventory and disbursement of donated items, returning donor phone calls, and picking up donations.
Need Spanish and English speaking.
Establish and facilitate community support groups for victims of domestic violence with help of program supervisor.
Answer hotline to women calling in crisis. Provide callers with referral information, emotional support, and conduct intakes for women and children who are candidates for shelter.
Escort clients and provide advocacy, emotional support, information and referrals as they seek the full protection of Domestic Violence laws. Legal background not necessary. Monday-Friday availability necessary.
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