Domestic Violence Shelter and Hotline Volunteer

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Volunteers must be 18 years or older, complete 40 hours of in-person classroom training, and submit background checks. Please note that this process often takes 3+ months. One year commitment required. Bilingual (including English and Spanish) applicants especially encouraged to apply!

We are seeking individuals to act as Shelter Coverage Volunteers 8 hours per month (usually two 4-hour shifts on weekdays, weeknights, weekends and/or holidays) in our Domestic Violence Safe House. Shelter Coverage Volunteers respond to 24/7 crisis hotline calls, ensure the smooth operation of the shelter, and assist in meeting the needs of domestic violence survivors and their children residing at the shelter.

Doorways is an Arlington-based non-profit agency helping individuals and families create pathways out of homelessness, domestic violence and sexual assault leading to safe, stable and empowered lives. We envision a community where all people live free of violence and have safe and stable housing regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, age, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, abilities, language, or national origin. We see a future without homelessness or domestic and sexual violence.