Nonprofit
Published 11/12/25 11:58AM

Shelter Advocate

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Blaine, MN
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    Minimum of 3 shifts/ month for a minimum of 6 months. Shifts are 3-5 hours at a time (available days, evenings, weekends and holidays). Mandatory direct service volunteer meetings (quarterly).
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Mental Health, Women
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteer Interview, Volunteer Orientation, Background Check, Information Session, 50-hour training, attendance at any additional volunteer meetings.

    Description

    Shelter Advocate

    Shelter Advocate*

    Shelter Advocate Volunteers provide direct service advocacy to victims of domestic and sexual violence, including crisis intervention, support, general advocacy, referral, and education.

    • Respond to crisis calls, shelter requests and phone calls by directing callers to the appropriate resource or staff person as necessary.
    • Support women and families residing at the shelter with daily needs and crisis intervention.
    • Communicate with other full-time staff and volunteers regarding ongoing facility, program, and client needs.
    • Follow all agency policies and procedures.
    • Must be 18 or older and have not received Alexandra House services in the last year. Position requires Volunteer Interview, Volunteer Orientation, Background Check, Information Session, 50-hour training, and attendance at any additional volunteer meetings.

    Learn more about volunteer opportunities at Alexandra House: https://www.alexandrahouse.org/volunteer/

    Apply here: https://www.alexandrahouse.org/volunteer-application/

    Questions? Email our Volunteer Services Coordinator, Michele, at mwhite@alexandrahouse.org or call 612-503-0374.

    Location

    On-site
    10065 3rd Street NE, Blaine, Minnesota, US

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