Volunteer Group Facilitator

Overview: Volunteer facilitators are the heart of Erin's House. Our facilitators lead and encourage participants through fun games, crafts, and activities to explore their own thoughts and feelings about their death experience. Training for this position is provided prior to participation in peer support groups.

Basics:​​

Evening availability (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday)

Commit to at least one (1) year of volunteering or two program commitments

Co-facilitate small groups of children/teens/adults in your designated program room

Lead activities from crafts and games to journaling and conversation

Pizza dinner provided during every program night

9-hour training provided before starting and 3 hours done independently (12 hours total)

Once training is complete, facilitators are able to volunteer at Erin's House programs, camps, and other fun opportunities!​

Qualifications:

Must be at least 16 years old

Have access to internet for virtual groups if applicable

Work as a team member and care about children

Agree to criminal background check prior to assuming duties

Be able to work in a confidential environment

Time Commitment:​​

12-hours of training

Three (3) hours facilitating on designated program nights for 10 weeks or 4 weeks at a time. Example: Every Monday for 10 weeks facilitating from 5:45pm-8:30pm​

Programs are held January-May, and August-November

Ready to commit to at least one (1) year of volunteering

Attend two (2) continuing education presentations throughout the year

If you feel the Volunteer Facilitator role is the right fit for you, please complete the application. Once we receive your application, we will contact you to schedule an interview and tour of Erin's House!

APPLY NOW: ErinsHouse.org/​facilitator

​​​​If you have any question about volunteering or would like more information, please contact Jen Hartman, Director of Volunteers: 260.423.2466 or Jen@ErinsHouse.org.

Watch our video to learn more: What Program Night is Like at Erin's House