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Published 9/29/25 12:51PM

Caseworker Volunteer

Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, San Diego
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near San Diego, CA
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Minimum of 4 hours per week; 16 hours max.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Veterans
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Our office is on a Naval Base; a background check will be required for base access.

    Description

    SERVE Sailors and Marines by helping them achieve financial self-sufficiency.

    CONNECT with your local military community.

    ADVANCE your resume and build valuable work experience.

    The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) San Diego is looking for committed volunteers to work as financial caseworkers in our office located on Naval Base San Diego.

    Our Casework Volunteers work with our military members and their families assessing their financial needs, completing and analyzing personal budgets, developing spending plans, helping the client access resources, and assisting them with interest free loans, grants, and other Society resources. A caseworker is an ambassador and advocate for the client who works to help meet his/her immediate financial needs.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Analyze client requests for financial assistance
    • Assist clients in creating a personal spending plan for their family
    • Assist clients in accessing area resources and programs to help with needs
    • Collaborate with staff members and experienced caseworkers to determine the best course of action for assistance
    • Provide financial assistance within casework policies
    • Maintain compassion, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Commit to the team for a minimum of 6 months
    • Complete NMCRS Orientation and Training
    • Basic computer skills
    • Be able to work collaboratively with a variety of personalities, including clients and fellow volunteers
    • Must complete Client Services Assistant training prior to Casework training (approx. 2 months)

    BENEFITS

    • Childcare and mileage reimbursement available
    • Build your resume and make professional connections
    • No prior experience required, in house training provided
    • Opportunity to have a positive impact on quality of life for NMCRS clients

    Preference given for military spouses or those who already have military base access. Those without base access must be able to pass a background check. For more information about Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, please visit www.nmcrs.org.

    10 shifts available:

    • Monday - Friday: 8:00 - 12:00 PST
    • Monday - Friday: 12:00 - 16:00 PST

    Location

    On-site
    3115 Dolphin Alley, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
    3115 Dolphin Alley

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