At Helping Hands Against Violence, we offer hope, safety and support

for survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking.

 

Community Outreach and Shelter Support

Worksite Location: Hood River

Work Schedule: 40 hours (flexible)

Salary Range: $20/hour

Reports to: Program Manager

Application Deadline: As soon as filled (job position posted Sept 23, 2024)

 

Objectives:      Increase community awareness of Helping Hands services through direct community outreach and social media, supervise volunteer projects, shelter support as needed.

Benefits:         

• Monthly wellness package

• Health care stipend

• Simple IRA match

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Cellphone stipend

 

Why work at Helping Hands?

Does connecting with community bring you joy? Is making a difference in the lives of others important to you? Are you a caring and outgoing person? If you answered “yes” to any or all of these questions, consider joining the Helping Hands Against Violence team.

 

Helping Hands is a non-profit organization that supports survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.

We value lived experiences. We value flexibility. We value livable salaries.

And, most of all, we make a difference in the lives of so many!

 

We are looking for someone who is:

• Outgoing, creative and detailed oriented

• Flexible and non-judgmental.

• Able to work both on their own and in a team.

• Responsible, dependable and positive

• Computer literate and skilled with social media platforms

 

What will you do?

• Organize community awareness events.

• Built relationships with community partners to increase awareness of HHAV services.

• Manage HHAV social media and online presence.

• Oversee our volunteers and provide crisis line backup.

• Manage volunteers for shelter projects as needed.

• Provide general office and phone coverage as needed.

 

Although most of your time will be spent on community outreach, there will be a number of opportunities to help out with tasks in the shelter. This may include support such as:

• Transportation

• Leading community meetings

• Supporting our advocates with client needs

• Preparing a room for a new family

 

Skill you will need:

• Be able to work with a diverse range of people.

• Be able to communicate clearly, in writing and verbally.

• Have an understanding of domestic violence and sexual assault. issues through either work, or life, or learned experience.

• Be energized by giving presentations (in-person or Zoom)

• Hold a current driver’s license.

 

Preferred Skills:

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

 

Interested Individuals email a letter of inquiry and / or your resume to: serra@helpinghandsoregon.org or mail to: Helping Hands Against Violence, PO Box 441, Hood River, OR 97031 or call Serra at 541-386-4808.

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