Intake Coordinator for Abuse Survivors 501 (c) 3 Mommy's Heart

Volunteer Opportunity: Intake Coordinator

Organization Overview: Mommy's Heart, Inc. (EIN #87-4833078) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, which provides free legal, mental health, and advocacy services to parents and children, who escaped domestic abuse and face retaliatory lawfare by their abusers in court. Due to systemic failures and lack of equal access to justice, abusers are often able to exploit the family court system against victims, resulting in 58,000 children a year being court ordered into unsupervised contact, including sole custody arrangements, with an abusive parent. Every six days a child dies due to family court failures. Mommy’s Heart aims to protect and defend the fundamental rights of all fit parents to direct the care and custody of their children, so that no parent has to fear losing a child for reporting abuse. Mommy’s Heart is dedicated to empowering abuse survivors with equal access to justice, healing, and the chance to rebuild their lives.

Position Title: Intake Coordinator at Mommy's Heart

Duration: 6 months

Location: in-office, remote, or a combination (as applicable and based on personal preference)

Organization: Mommy’s Heart

Location: Remote

Commitment: Flexible, 5-10 hours per week

Volunteer Opportunity

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled mental health professional, preferably a licensed social worker, to join our team as a volunteer. This role will focus on conducting intakes and psychosocial assessments for new referrals, playing a crucial part in our client support process.

Key Responsibilities

• • Conduct initial intake interviews with new clients
  • Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments
  • Identify immediate mental health needs and safety concerns
  • Provide crisis intervention when necessary
  • Collaborate with our legal team to ensure holistic client support
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records
  • Participate in case discussions and team meetings
  • Assist in developing individualized support plans for clients

Qualifications

• • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field
  • Current license in social work (LMSW or LCSW) or equivalent mental health profession (preferred)
  • Experience working with survivors of abuse
  • Strong understanding of trauma-informed care principles
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
  • Proficiency in conducting psychosocial assessments
  • Familiarity with community resources and referral processes

Desired Skills

• • Experience in a non-profit or legal setting
  • Knowledge of domestic violence and child abuse dynamics
  • Bilingual skills (especially Spanish) are a plus
  • Familiarity with case management software

Benefits of Volunteering

• • Opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of abuse survivors
  • Gain experience in a non-profit setting combining legal and mental health services
  • Professional development and networking opportunities
  • Training and supervision provided

How to Apply

Please send your resume, a

brief cover letter explaining your interest in this volunteer position, and any

relevant certifications to mommysheartinc@gmail.com. Include "Mental

Health Volunteer Application" in the subject line. Mommy’s Heart, Inc. is

an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate on the basis of

race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age,

disability, or any other protected characteristic.

• www.mommysheartfoundation.com