Residential Volunteer

Innisfree Village is a residential, life-sharing community with adults with intellectual disabilities in a rural, therapeutic farm environment. The true work of Innisfree is the people-to-people relationships that develop in the course of daily living and community sharing. We are seeking residential volunteers who are compassionate, enthusiastic, and committed to a one year service experience.

At Innisfree, we seek volunteers who are drawn to the beauty of rural living, are passionate about serving others, and are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Our volunteers play a vital role in creating a community that thrives on mutual respect and collaboration, fostering an environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute in meaningful ways.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Assures the daily care, health, and human rights of those with whom they live and/or supervise
• Oversees the upkeep and maintenance of the house in which they live
• Manages household finances, keeping an eye on frugal spending, maintaining adequate balances, paying all outstanding bills, and completing monthly ledgers
• Attends all periodic community meetings
• Works daily in community workstations
• Reads past records and completes all required written reports in a timely fashion
• Works in close liaison with the Director, office, board, families, and fellow volunteers in all decisions which have a great impact on the lives of those who make Innisfree home
• Abides by all guidelines and policies set forth by the Village Handbook
• Fulfills the length of service commitment made at the time of acceptance, giving two months’ notice of departure
• Exhibits a full and rich participation in community life and activities

Volunteer Qualifications:

• One-year service commitment, with the option of additional year(s) of service
• The volunteer will work 5 days per week
• Candidates will have the equivalent of a high school diploma. Further college comparable experience is a plus
• Candidates will be at least 18 years of age
• Candidates exhibit patience, flexibility, and a sense of humor
• Experience working with adults with disabilities is preferred, but not required
• Volunteers must consent to a background check screening, a State of Virginia criminal history check, and a U.S. or International Driving Record check
• Training will be provided as a 1-month trial orientation period, with structured instruction and extensive hands-on training
• The volunteer must have a current negative TB (tuberculosis) screening
• First-year volunteers are not permitted to have pets

Volunteer Benefits:

• $800 monthly stipend (for personal expenses)
• 2 Consecutive days off per week
• 15 Paid vacation days ($75 per day) and 5 unpaid holidays
• Health insurance (U.S. volunteers only)
• Housing provided
• Meals provided
• Access to community vehicles
• Access to onsite fitness facility
• Student loan deferral, financial loan support offered after one year
• Training in first aid, CPR, medical assistance, and personal care