WomenSafe Resale Shoppe Volunteer in Geauga County

DUTIES

• Volunteers should have a desire to learn new tasks and to follow directions that are given.
• Volunteers should be dependable and have the ability to work in a multi-task environment.
• Volunteers will assist with the needs of the donation program, which may include sorting, packing, pricing, distributing, and selling.
• Volunteers will work on an as scheduled basis.
• Volunteers will complete tasks as assigned by the WomenSafe representative, Donations Coordinator, and/or Resale Shoppe Clerk.
• Volunteers will provide socialization to donors and shoppers by engaging in light conversation.
• When providing transportation assistance, volunteer must have valid driver’s license in their volunteer file.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Volunteers must be dependable to work scheduled shifts.
• Volunteers must have a pleasant disposition and the ability to work with a variety of people on a team approach.
• Heavy lifting may be required. Notify supervisor of any concerns.

TRAINING

• A training session on WomenSafe protocol is not required but is highly recommended.
• Volunteers may attend the volunteer orientation/training session. Topics include why victims stay, predictors of a potential abuser, personalized safety planning, client rights and confidentiality, and agency protocol.
• Training to complete duties at the Resale Shoppe will be learned on site (at the Chesterland location) as appropriate to interest by the Resale Shoppe Manager, and/or Resale Shoppe Clerks.
• Training to complete donations duties will be completed (at the Green House location) with the Donations Coordinator.

SUPERVISION

• The Resale Shoppe Manager, and/or Resale Shoppe Clerks will supervise Volunteers at the Resale Shoppe.
• The Donations Coordinator, and/or a WomenSafe Representative will supervise Volunteers at the Green House location.