Needs From: Volunteer NJ!

Summer is a great time to join our volunteer team!  We are seeking interns and volunteers to help with our Mobile Success program which provides seniors and their families with assistance in navigating the various services available to meet the needs of our senior citizens. 

Assist senior one-on-one with services, including but not limited to healthcare, insurance, social services, referrals, filling out forms, translation and other community resources. Help develop educational workshops, life skills and enrichment activities including health, nutrition, fitness, arts & craft, etc. Assist designing monthly calendars and fliers, as well as bulletin boards. Ability to handle other duties as requested.

Help with cleaning our cat rooms and cages.  Cleaning is done daily, including holidays from 8:30 am - 11 pm.  Includes empting litter pans and food bowls, removing bedding, handwashing cages, sweeping and mopping the floors.  While doing this you have the opportunity to interact with the cats and kittens.  Volunteer orientation is required before starting.

If you are comfortable around dogs you may be interested in this. We would like to see our dogs go out for at least 1 daily walk. Volunteer orientation required before being able to handle dogs.

Father John's Animal House is looking for a volunteer who has a background in grant writing or researching for grants. FJAH is a no-kill shelter for dog and cats that relies on fundraisers donations and grants to help operate the shelter. We have just

Will be reading to the students on a basic level and be challenged to have the students read on their own to help them develop their literacy skills. Use different type of learning techniques to engage participants meet their objectives and outlines.  

Prepare lessons and facilitate workshop. Must have experience with the topic they are presenting and cannot promote a for-profit business. Curriculum and materials are provided.

Educators play a critical role in helping immigrants prepare for U.S. citizenship. Facilitator will inform participants of the naturalization process and test and other supplemental classroom-based materials

Prepare weekly lessons and activities for the naturalization interview and test. Conduct mock interviews with the participants. Track student attendance and progress

Driver Education facilitator performs as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions in designated subject area.

Promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to insure maximum student motivation. Maintains a high degree of discipline within the classroom setting in order to insure maximum learning. Responsible for adequate classroom preparation.

The ideal candidate will possess an upbeat attitude with a pleasing phone voice. They must be able to work under pressure and make visitors feel appreciated and important. The candidate must dress professionally, have professional phone etiquette and image, and always maintain a professional demeanor. 

Greet public, answer/directs incoming calls, answer questions about NDFSC, light office work, direct questions to appropriate staff person or program, maintain reception area neatly and orderly.

Help foreign-born residents to understand, speak, read and write English.  Work in small classes at least two to 4 hours a week.

Prepare and facilitate a curriculum following Survival English guidelines.

Will assist the New Destiny FSC team in holding and hosting Special Events.   Planning and executing fundraising events, raising money to maintain and improve New Destiny FSC services.  Training and instructions for special events will either be delivered via email in advance or on the day of the training depending on the event.

Commit only to the physical activities within your ability.  Be punctual to all New Destiny events.  Assist in the set up and cleanup of events.  Register and direct participants, answering questions and maintaining accurate records.  Should be flexible to assist wherever needed for event.  

Under supervision of Strategic Communications Manager, Graphic Designer will coordinate New Destiny’s website platform, establish communication and marketing plan, generate engaging media content, and present and lead new initiatives to increase visibility and participation in events, programs, and services. Design posters, brochures, flyers and other materials for New Destiny.

v  Wordpress platform maintenance

v  Create media content respective to platform audience

v  Create marketing and advertising tools

v  create, maintain, and implement media campaigns for fundraising

v  Increase the audience and visibility of New Destiny via website.

v  Communicate with audience via email or subscriptions

Perform other duties as requested

Commit to exposing our children to the art of music

Commit only to the physical activities within your ability.  Be punctual to all New Destiny events.  Assist in the set up and cleanup of events.  Register and direct participants, answering questions and maintaining accurate records.  Perform other duties as requested.  

Provide instruction in signing, or non-verbal, visual communication to those learning as a second language. In addition to English, must be fluent in American Sign Language which has its own grammatical structure and incorporates the use of body language, finger spelling, and signing. 

Play a role in helping students participate in deaf culture, while enabling communication between deaf and hearing people. Giving non-deaf students the chance to learn sign language and communicate with the deaf community.

Teach participants how to manage money by preparing a personal spending plan and identifying ways to decrease spending and increase income.

Be able to teach students how to track their daily spending habits. Teach how to prepare a budget. Be able to teach how to identify to decrease spending and recognize how to create a plan to achieve financial goals.

Under supervision of Strategic Communications Manager, Social Media Support Intern will coordinate New Destiny’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram), establish social media communication and marketing plan, generate engaging social media content, and present and lead new initiatives to increase visibility and participation in events, programs, and services.

Perform other duties as requested

Get involved in this dynamic opportunity in fundraising...meet great people, learn some new skills and help raise money for Project Help.  You will contact potential sponsors for events, donors and general support people to help serve the veteran community.

You will establish fundraising events and social events working with the board.

This is a fun and exciting opportunity and if you are brand new at it, you will learn a lot.  Experience people desired and as such, you can become the team leader and possibly move up to a board position.

Meetings are held in Sparta but the corporation is located in Sussex.  All members are based from thier own home.

The New Day Family Success Center would love to work with you! If you need to fulfill course requirements, please call (609) 652-0230. 

You can learn more about what we do at the Family Success Center on our website: https://newday-fsc.org/

The Inland Family Success Center would love to work with you! If you need to fulfill course requirements, please call (609) 569-0376.

You can learn more about what we do at the Family Success Center on our website: https://inland-fsc.org/

The Watershed Institute is looking for outgoing individuals who love nature to serve as Welcome Desk volunteers. Our Welcome Desk volunteers are ambassadors for our organization; they talk to visitors about what we do, inform them about our programs, answer the phone, make sales in our gift shop, and generally assist the organization.  Weekday shifts are 9am - 1pm and 1pm - 5 pm.  Many of our welcome desk volunteers do a weekly shift, but some volunteer as subs once or twice a month or as they can.  Our weekend welcome desk shifts are 10am -1 pm and 1pm - 4pm; weekend volunteers might work as many as 4 shifts a month or as little as a shift every few months.  We are very flexible! All training provided in our beautiful LEED platinum certified Watershed Center.  Come join our family of volunteers!

Mentoring is a powerful personal and career development tool that can enable the mentee to achieve or hopefully even exceed their life's goals and aspirations. We are searching for caring, loving, and patient mentors who can make a difference in our graduates lives by guiding them on attaining their immediate and long term goals while they continue to grow as a confident role model for their families.

Mentors:

Mentors will meet with their mentees once a week preferably on Wednesday mornings, However it may also be anytime the center is open. 

We are searching for Volunteers that have a love of children and enjoy working with them.The days needed are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. You can do all three days or pick the days that you are available. Must have experience working with children. Children ages range from newborn - preschool age. 

Help us spread the word about this important work...supporting research that will lead to effective treatments and cures for serious brain diseases and conditions such as: brain cancer, Parkinson's & Alzheimer's diseases, PTSD, autism, strok,e addiction.

There are several levels of Membership at MEMS.  Membership is open to those living or working in Montgomery Township NJ. An EMT rides on the ambulance - Perform Basic Life Support (BLS) An EMT candidate undergoes at least 200 hours at a local training center of training to become an EMT-B (Emergency Medical Technician - Basic) certified by the NJ State Department of Health.  We would arrange for training.

Driver - Members who serve as Ambulance Drivers

To become a Driver you must live or work in Montgomery NJ and:

* Be at least 21 years old
* Hold a Valid Drivers License
* Have an Acceptable Driving Record (per squad’s insurance underwriter)
* Completed a Squad Approved Driver Training Program
* Have CPR to the level of Professional Rescuer

Associate - Members who provide support services

Associate members shall be individuals living or working in Montgomery Township NJ,  who have an interest in serving, but are not qualified or do not wish to be active members (EMTs) or drivers. Associate members assist the squad by helping with the planning or support aspects of the squad.  

Are you passionate about increasing access to fresh, healthy foods? Join us each month for the Hope Mobile Food Distribution, in partnership with the Food Bank of South Jersey!

With food insecurity being such a pressing issue in Camden City, we distribute fresh food to families in the community every third Wednesday of the month at a local school. As a volunteer, you can help us unload donations, set up tables, and distribute food! 

We encourage both groups and individuals to volunteer with us as often as you like. Hope Mobile takes place from 7:30am - 11:30am.

Please contact marissa.cantu@centerffs.org to sign up! Thank you!

Friendly visitors are needed to provide compassionate visits to those who are at the end of their life. Volunteers brighten the day of our patients by engaging in conversation, reading, playing music and sharing hobbies. Visitors also may provide time for caregivers to take a much-needed break.

Contact Manager of Volunteer Services at Elaine.Carlsen@KindredHospice.com or 732-562-8800 for more information.

Administrative Volunteers, at least 16 years old, help with various office tasks such as computer work, filing, organizing binders and mailing cards.  Volunteers work in our Piscataway office, which is open Mon-Fri, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. 

Contact the Manager of Volunteer Services at Elaine.Carlsen@KindredHospice.com or 732-562-8800 for more information.

Extensive research has shown that it’s never too early to begin the foundation of STEM learning. The Women in STEM Pre-School Committee works to both engage pre-school students in STEM and also to provide female role models – women can be scientists! The Committee develops and executes STEM activities for pre-schoolers enrolled in Jamesburg, NJ. The group meets face to face twice a year, in the fall and spring, supplemented by conference calls as needed.

Projects take place in November, December, March, April and May. Each project takes one half day onsite. The number of volunteers needed varies by project.

Contact – June Launay, jlaunay@uwcj.org

What: Help identify and secure new and diversified resources for UWCJ. Identify and cultivate new and prospective donors and organizations. Must be comfortable requesting financial support for UW programs and projects.

The Committee meets monthly for one hour to coordinate efforts and plan projects and activities.

Contact – June Launay, jlaunay@uwcj.org

Women United harnesses the power and dedication of women leaders to transform local communities – across America and around the world.

As an integral part of United Way, Women United® fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. We are a diverse, vibrant community, bound together by a powerful sense of belonging — to each other, to the organization’s mission, and to the communities we call home. Our powerful, global network of women leaders, over 70,000 strong, lives united against the most critical issues facing more than 165 communities in six countries.

In each community we serve, we tackle the issues that matter most to the people who call it home. We empower each other to leverage our passions, ideas, expertise and resources to transform the very conditions in which people live. With more than $1.5 billion invested in local solutions and a worldwide footprint, we’re able to positively impact our hometown while also being part of the bigger picture and broader cause.

When you engage in Women United:

Contact – June Launay, jlaunay@uwcj.org

Duties range from simple bookkeeping on Quickbooks, to more skilled duties as treasurer.  Keeping track of all money in and out and generating reports monthly.

This effort usually takes only an hour or two a week, usually less in most months.

Volunteers 55 and over: Do you or someone you know suffer from a chronic condition? Are you a caregiver of someone who suffers from a chronic condition? Do you want to learn and pass the word on to others in your community? Become a trained Peer Leader in our “Take Control of Your Health” program. You will be taught how to teach others to better manage their conditions through education and the setting of realistic short- and long-term goals. This is a results-based program out of Stanford University.

Besides the “Take Control of Your Health” program, we are looking for volunteers for our “Diabetes Self-Management” program and our “Cancer: Thriving & Surviving” program.

ALL TRAINING AND MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED FOR FREE. Many of our peer leaders have taken the program as a participant and became leaders. You do not have to participate in the workshops to become a leader. Just call and we can get you trained. 

If this is of interest to you, contact Nancy at 973-784-4900 ext. 208, or at hessn@norwescap.org. 

For more information please log onto: https://njcourts.gov/public/volunteer/volunteercounty.html#warren

An application is available on the website and can be mailed or emailed to the contact listed on the site. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Volunteer Information Line at 908-332-7700, x13095.

Visions and Pathways is looking for a few good women to serve as mentors for the LOTUS mentoring program.

 The mission of LOTUS is to cultivate the growth of at-risk female youth ages 14 to 21 by matching them with caring adult female mentors in a structured group setting. The goal of the mentorship program is to help residential and non-residential clients of Somerset Home develop leadership skills, learn effective communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills; maintain healthy relationships; and foster positive self-esteem, identity, and personal vision.

 The recruitment process for LOTUS is open to the general public through an application process. Prospective mentors who are at least 25 years of age are invited to participate in a screening process. Each mentorship program session runs for six-months and meets biweekly at Somerset Home, with additional opportunities for mentors and mentees to take part in other activities such as community engagement, recreation, and service projects.

 For more information about LOTUS, please visit www.visionsandpathways.org or contact Janayah Chavers at jchavers@visionsandpathways.org

Visions and Pathways, a nonprofit agency that provides a home and a hopeful future for homeless youth is looking for volunteer groups for our organization.

Current group volunteer opportunities include (but are not limited to):

If you are interested in learning more, contact Jennifer Amaya, jamaya@visionsandpathways.org.

Visions and Pathways is looking for a few good men to serve as mentors for the Journey to Manhood mentoring program.

 The mission of Journey to Manhood is to cultivate the growth of at-risk male youth ages 14 to 21 by matching them with caring adult male mentors in a structured group setting. The goal of the mentorship program is to help residential and non-residential clients of Somerset Home develop leadership skills, learn effective communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills; maintain healthy relationships; and foster positive self-esteem, identity, and personal vision.

 The recruitment process for Journey to Manhood is open to the general public through an application process. Prospective mentors who are at least 25 years of age are invited to participate in a  screening process. Each mentorship program session runs for six-months and meets biweekly at Somerset Home, with additional   opportunities for mentors and mentees to take part in other activities such as community engagement, recreation, and service projects.

 For more information about Journey to Manhood, please visit www.visionsandpathways.org or contact Manuel Colon at macolon@visionsandpathways.org.

DAWN Center for Independent Living (DAWNcil) is seeking individuals ages 21 and older to serve as Mentors to high school youth enrolled in the RAMP Program. RAMP is a career – focused program designed to help at-risk youth learn about job options, learn new skills, set goals for themselves, and identify concrete steps to help achieve them. The RAMP curriculum facilitated by an employee of DAWNcil has a strong focus on STEM exploration (science, technology, engineering and math).

We are looking for Mentors to help make a difference! 

Youth will be recruited from local schools in Morris, Sussex, or Warren catchment areas. RAMP includes in-person meetings, email check-ins, hands on activities and fun community outings. Free training will be provided to help you understand your role as a RAMP Mentor.

Are you or someone you know interested in serving as a RAMP Mentor for 1 year?

If you possess the following traits, this is the right opportunity for you:

If you would like to become a Mentor or learn more about the RAMP program, please contact Lindsay Tuman, RAMP Coordinator at (973) 625 – 1940 x220 or send an email to ltuman@dawncil.org

HOPES CAP works with many children and struggling families in our community.  To help ease the burden of our families, we need donations of specific items.  Needed items include:

-Personal Care items (e.g. shampoo/conditioner, soap, toothpaste, tooth brushes, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, razors & shaving cream, etc.)

-Seasonal children's clothing and coats

-Toys and children's books

-Baby care items such as diapers, wipes, baby clothes, blankets, etc.

-Small household items (e.g. coffee maker, vacuum, sheets, towels, etc.)

-Non-perishable food items

-Gift cards

Any donations will help our struggling families, who are working hard to regain their financial stability.

Do you like working with young children?  Do you have some extra time during the day?  We have just the volunteer opportunity for you! 

HOPES CAP is looking for some volunteers to assist teachers in classrooms working with preschool age children.  Help with activities, read to the children and help with snacks and lunch.

Volunteers must pass a background check.  Ready to add some fun into your life - contact us with your interest.

Volunteers are sought to assist us and provide some expertise with special events, particularly those for fundraising and "friend" raising.  We need some assistance with event management and planning.

Volunteers with some affinity for fun are also needed for activities such as face-painting, monitoring bounce house and acting as a tour guide.  This is a great way to meet new people, have a fun time at a worthwhile event and help a critically needed organization.

Check us out and have some fun!

Volunteer teams are needed to assist with outdoor clean up around both centers located in Franklin Township (Somerset).  Raking, planting, debris removal, mulching are all needed to spruce up the outside of our program facilities to enhance the experience for our clients and our students.

Volunteers are needed to assist The Arc of Warren County with the camp preparation and spruce up efforts this spring.  This work is to help prepare the care for our campers this summer.

This is a wonderful corporate team or other group volunteer project!  Get outdoors and help a great cause!  We can accommodate large and small groups. 

Volunteers will be clearing debris, working on trails, indoor and outdoor painting, planting flowers and plants, raking, mulching and some light maintenance.

Volunteer teams are asked to donate painting and cleaning supplies, as well as any leaf blowers or rakes from home.

Family Promise of Morris County provides families needed emergency and temporary housing and supportive services to assist them in becoming self-sufficient once again.  To assist those families, the following types of donations are needed:

*Personal Care Items (e.g. shampoo, deodorant, soap, razors, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, tooth brushes, etc.)

*Seasonal clothing and coats (new) - in particular - underwear and clothing for children

*Baby care items, particularly diapers

*Non-perishable food items (especially easy-access prepared foods such as soups, stews, tuna, pasta, etc.)

*Gift cards

All donations of needed items assist our families with these basic needs and help them stretch their very limited financial resources.

We need some sprucing up this spring at Family Promise of Morris County!  Volunteers are needed to help with some outdoor debris clean up, leaf raking, planting of seasonal flowers, mulching and other tasks that will help our facility be welcoming to our many clients.

This is a great opportunity for teams looking to get outside together and make a difference!

Family Promise in Morris County is in need of volunteers to assist with food preparation and delivery to clients.  No experience is necessary.  If you are interested, let us know and we will provide more information about scheduling and requirements.

The following donation types are being sought to assist the teens and young adults served by Visions & Pathways:

- personal care items (all types)

- non-perishable food items

- diapers and other baby care items

- gift cards (general stores, grocery stores and gas)

Volunteers are needed to become members of the Visions & Pathways Event Committee and assist with various fund raising and "friend"raising events.  This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to

Volunteers are needed to assist with outdoor clean up including planting seasonal flowers, mulching, debris removal, etc. as well as helping with indoor painting at a local youth-serving residential program.

This is a great way to help a local organization that supports at-risk youth transition successfully into adulthood, while participating in a wonderful team-building experience.

No experience is needed, but may be helpful. 

Visions and Pathways (visionsandpathways.org) is looking for a qualified therapist to serve as a volunteer therapist to provide behavioral health support for our youth. This is not a paid position. 
 
 
Qualifications:   

 
Supervision: Director of Behavioral Health.
 
Responsibilities:   

 
 
To apply, contact Lisa Nocera, Director of Behavioral Health at lnocera@visionsandpathways.org.

Volunteers looking to get involved, share their organizing skills, have fun and help a great cause are needed to assist us with our various fund raising and "friend" raising events throughout the year.  We organize a Family Fun Day, a Bowling Fundraiser, raffles and a large gala and could use some experienced volunteers and volunteers who have enthusiasm and some great organizing skills.  You can help with one or all events and activities!  There is something for everyone!

Volunteers are needed to assist with various types of office work, including some data entry into Microsoft Excel and Word.

Volunteers are needed to conduct a supply drive for the Food Bank's Weekend Backpack program, which provides critical food for children in need.

The project entails purchasing (or getting donated) the specific items for the backpack bags along with the large zipper lock plastic bags that are used to send the food package home with the children in the program.

If you are interested in participating, please let us know and we will send you a detailed list of the food items to be included.

Thank you for helping to ensure that local children have access to food over the weekend when they might have otherwise gone hungry.

Help give victims of domestic violence a fresh start in life.  Run a collection drive or donate NEW items to to the Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Crisis Center (DASACC)  of Warren County.  Often those affected by domestic abuse must leave their homes without their belongings.  Volunteer teams can help make a difference by doing a collection drive for any of the needed items below:

-personal care items

-non-perishable food items

-diapers (all sizes) and baby care items

-small household items (toasters, vacuum cleaners, coffee makers, etc.) 

-bedding items

-seasonal clothing (new)

-children's toys and books

-gift cards for grocery stores

No experience is necessary and this is a wonderful project for any type of group - Girl/Boy Scout, corporate, service, faith-based, etc.

This project can be done anytime during the year.

Corporate and other groups are encouraged to help with various projects to beautify the interior and exterior of the Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Crisis Center of Warren County building.

Group projects include painting, general outdoor spruce up, cleaning windows, gardening, landscaping and assistance with special events.

If your team is interested in helping with any of these projects, please let us know and we can schedule a time that is convenient.  Weekends are preferred.

By joining our family of volunteers, you'll enjoy opportunities to share your talents and skills, make new friends, and spend time doing meaningful work to support The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms. A variety of jobs, with flexible hours to accommodate busy schedules, are available, including:

Shopkeeper

Museum Docent

Administrative and Special Events

Please contact us regarding an upcoming Volunteer Information Meeting in March, 2018, and more information about the above opportunities will be provided. Please R.S.V.P. to education@stickleymuseum.org.

Individuals and teams of 5-15 volunteers are sought to assist the Morris County Habitat for Humanity in various building project dates in Morristown area.

Please register your interest and we will work with you to schedule a date and time that will fit into our schedule and meet your needs as well.

All volunteers are supervised by a skilled site supervisor and required tools and equipment are provided.

Volunteers needed to collect the following needed items for families struggling to get by and who have a family member with diabetes:

- food items (fresh and non-perishable)

- personal care items

- gift cards for grocery stores or discount department stores

Volunteers must be 16 years or older and must be willing and able to lift and move furniture. You can pick flexible hours while the store is open Tuesday through Saturday.

The Mentor is a person who has worked for several years in a STEM career, or is a college student pursuing a degree in Science or Technology and wants to share their passion and inspire middle school and high school students, many from underserved communities.

Mentors come to the Students 2 Science laboratory in East Hanover, New Jersey and work with small groups of students encouraging and assisting them throughout the day. Your role is to share your career and degree(s) needed to pursue STEM jobs.

The Program Mentor acts as a coach for the purpose of inspiring, motivating, and educating the students. S/he answers student questions about the professional work environment. Staying with the same group of students throughout the day, and throughout each of the three visits during the school year, s/he is an ambassador for our sponsor corporations. The Program Mentor makes themselves available to answer questions about the career application of the laboratory techniques being used. Insures safety of the students.

HOURS-- 8:30AM to 3:00PM on days when students are present

If you are interested, please apply on www.students2science.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=86&Itemid=251

This volunteer opportunity can also be performed from a remote location.

The STEM Instructors are subject matter experts who instruct students as they conduct each experiment. Staying at the same experimental station throughout the day, the Program Instructor provides information in a clear and concise manner, helping to reduce the intimidation often associated with laboratory work.

The Program Instructor generates confidence and enthusiasm for the scientific technique being used while insuring the safety of the students. There are also Virtual opportunities for scientists serving as Instructors.

HOURS-- 8:30AM to 3:00PM on days when students are present

If you are interested, please apply on www.students2science.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=86&Itemid=251

Shop for groceries and other amenities for our Safe House.

40 hour plus training is required.

Second Chance for Animals is made up entirely of volunteers, so we are always in need of new individuals who are willing to step up and join us. As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on improving the lives of the animals living in the Franklin Township Animal Shelter, whether you choose to volunteer directly with the animals or to help with events and fundraising.

New volunteers must go through an orientation and must attend additional training before working with the dogs. All of our cat training is “on the job.” If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please review the information below, check out our FAQ's at http://secondchanceforanimals.org/volunteers/volunteer-faqs/ and if you think joining us is for you, please fill out the Volunteer Application at https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?ap=202373338 

Help us create new trails! - If you love the smell of sawdust, played with construction
sets as a child, and can wield a screw gun, hammer or even carry lumber, then we need
your help! We are building new trail, boardwalk and benches at our 50 acre restoration
site, Harding Twp. Morris Co. Help clear trails, build boardwalk, remove invasive plants and plant native ones at Great Swamp Watershed Associations Conservation Management Area as we improve the area for educational and recreational use.  

The goal of the Middle Earth Visions is to prepare youth to enter the workforce and begin a fulfilling career. Along with career readiness training, we also provide our students with an industry recognized credential, as well as a short-term internship in a field that interests them. A crucial part of this process is the mock interview, in which the participant takes part in an interview with a professional in order to practice their interview skills and receive feedback. We are looking for volunteers to serve as mock interviewers, and are accepting professionals from a variety of different careers so that each of our program participants may be able to interview with a career professional that can relate to their interests.

https://www.gotrcnj.org/Coach

GOTR volunteer coaches do not have to be runners themselves; the only requirement is that they be enthusiastic and committed to the healthy development of girls in grades 3-8. Groups meet twice a week for 75 minutes for 10 weeks. Coaches receive training and are provided detailed lesson plans as well as all the materials and guidance needed to implement GOTR. You just need to bring your energy and enthusiasm.

Opportunities are available in Somerset, Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

This opportunity is for a group of volunteers to visit one of NJID's adult training center (ATC) program sites and assist with a craft or activity that has been designed by the staff. Activities are seasonal, fun and hands on. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity as our consumers look forward to meeting new people and welcoming visitors to their programs.

NJID adult day facilities provide comprehensive services for adults with disabilities including meaningful personal development services and vocational and job readiness training. Adult programs are located in Edison, Port Reading, Piscataway, Toms River and Barnegat. Please mention your location when responding to the post.

It is also possible to make this opportunity into a holiday party or seasonal event.

Please note: Individual volunteers cannot be accommodated.

We look forward to meeting you!

This is an opportunity for a group of volunteers that wants to do spruce up projects at one of NJID's adult day program locations or at an adult or teen residential home. Projects may include light landscaping, seasonal planting and decorating, interior and exterior window washing, dusting and polishing furniture and organizing cabinets or storages areas. Residential homes are located in several counties so please indicate your location when responding to the opportunity posting.

NJID's group homes provide personal assistance and medical oversight for adults requiring specialized care. We also operate three homes that provide compassionate care for teens with disabilities.

Thank you for your support.

Please note: individual volunteers cannot be accommodated.

This opportunity invites a group of volunteers to spend time in the classrooms assisting with a lesson or activity which has been designed by the teachers. Volunteers participate in a brief orientation about Lakeview and the students they will meet before joining the classrooms. Spending time at Lakeview is rewarding as students look forward to meeting new friends and welcoming you to their classrooms.

The Lakeview School is an approved private school for children with multiple disabilities ages three to twenty-one. Lakeview provides academics, pre-vocational and living skills programs. It is at once a state of the art and incredibly special place.

There is a maximum group size limit of 35 people.

Please note: individual volunteers cannot be accommodated.

We look forward to meeting you!

Do you remember your high school and college dances?  They were fun, weren't they?  Well now, you can relive those days and help folks with developmental disabilities all at the same time!  Arc Mercer hosts a dance once a month on the third or fourth Friday for its consumers, and is looking for volunteers to dance with the consumers, set up for meals, serve meals, assist in the kitchen, or, just plain have fun on the dance floor with the consumers or engage in good conversation with them.  Hours are roughly 5:30 to 9 pm.  

Volunteers needed to create new social media accounts, and update accounts and website weekly.

Please apply if you are knowledgeable in posting articles, videos, and links to social media accounts.

Volunteer wanted to visit a developmentally disabled female adult in an Arc Mercer group home.  Activities include playing games, helping her learn through her workbooks, sharing and possibly preparing meals, walks in the park, and other fun activities.  Evenings 4 to 8 pm.  Volunteer all or any part of that time; minimum 4 hours a week.

Research corporations based on provide criteria.  Purpose is to get sponsors for events.  Work can be done at home or local library.

The goal of the Middle Earth Youth College Readiness program is to not only ensure that students improve their academic performance, but also realize that they are able to make post-secondary education a reality. YCR students learn about managing time, managing money, and the importance of their high school grades along with learning about college applications and college life. Due to the fact that we stress the importance of academic achievement, as well as the importance of standardized tests such as the SAT, we aim to provide some level of tutoring for our students, and our looking for individuals willing to volunteer in this role. Tutoring in a broad range of topics, including SAT and PSAT tutoring, is essential to the success of the YCR program.

Volunteer wanted to work with spreadsheet reports, data entry and possibly sheet creation.  Transportation Department stats.  Filing is a large part of this volunteer position.  Be a part of a large, dynamic department that's responsible to transport Arc Mercer's developmentally disabled volunteers!  Temporary volunteer work, could lead to permanent.  Must have moderate or better experience level with Excel.  Flexible scheduling, according to the needs of the program.

Pathways 2 Prosperity is an exciting initiative to end poverty. It provides the support and resources to families, called Path Leaders, who have made a serious commitment to change their lives by becoming self-reliant and resilient. We meet on Tuesday evenings in Sparta providing a meal and curriculum for both adults and children.  We are looking for individuals interested in preparing and/or serving meals to our participants. You can sign up with other individuals or by yourself.  Join us and become part of an exciting intiative that is creating sustainable change.  All that is required is the desire to make a difference.

Pathways 2 Prosperity is an exciting initiative to end poverty. It provides the support and resources to families, called Path Leaders, who have made a serious commitment to change their lives by becoming self-reliant and resilient.  Compadres, P2's children's program, assists children in developing the skills needed to succeed in school, home and community environments.  Compadres provides study buddies, reading buddies, art, education and friendships that help children build confidence and succeed.  Come read a book, play a game, tell a joke, share a laugh and build a friendship with a child.  We meet Tuesday evenings providing dinner and curriculum.  Join us and become part of an exciting intiative that is creating sustainable change.  All that is required is the desire to make a difference.

The STEM Lab Assistants assist students in following procedures, performing calculations, using instrumentation, and offers recommendations to instructor (after students have completed the program) for modifying experimental procedures. Lab Assistants insure safety of the students by monitoring student activities.

HOURS-- 8:30AM to 3:00PM on days when students are present

If you are interested, please apply on www.students2science.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=86&Itemid=251

Support clients who are building skills needed to live independently; assist with job preparation, credit counseling, budgeting, learning English as a second language, furthering education and resume writing.

40 hours plus domestic violence training is required.

SAVE of Essex County is looking to train more volunteer Confidential Sexual Violence Advocates. Advocates work with survivors of sexual assault by accompanying them through medical and legal procedures. 

SAVE will be hosting the next advocate training from September 12 - October 19th. Trainings will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm-9pm. 

Qualifications: 

-At least 21 years old

-Complete 40 hour training 

-Have reliable transportation for accompaniments to hospitals, police stations, and court houses throughout Essex County. 

-Possess good communication skills, dependability, and compassion. 

-Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality

If interested contact us at info@familyserviceleague.org or call 973-746-0800. 

Donation coordinators to staff the donation door are needed on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You must be able to lift heavy and bulky items. Customer service skills are a must. Thrift store experience is a plus.

Project Help is still interviewing community leaders and those who have a passion for helping vets.

Contact us for more information about being a board member.  973-875-2068

We are looking for Volunteers for our Child Replacement Boards in Warren and Hunterdon Counties. Log on to njcourts.com/volunteer for an application and more info.

 Child Placement Review/Child Placement Advisory Council

The Child Placement Review (CPR) program is a key component of the court's role in the oversight of children in foster care. Groups of trained judicial volunteers, appointed by the assignment judge, assist the court in reviewing cases of children placed outside of their homes by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP). A volunteer is assigned to a CPR Board, consisting of about 5 volunteers, to review these cases.

CPR Boards conduct various reviews of children involved in "voluntary placement" cases. In such cases, DCPP has placed a child out of his or her home pursuant to a voluntary agreement signed by the parent but there is no allegation of abuse or neglect and DCPP has not filed a child abuse or neglect complaint case against the parent. In "litigated" cases, for which DCPP has filed a child abuse or neglect complaint, a CPR Board conducts one review to determine the progress made by DCPP in addressing the child's needs and any potential barriers to finding a safe, permanent home for the child. These litigated cases remain under the direct oversight of a judge.

In all cases, CPR Boards draft case-specific recommendations for the consideration of a judge. At CPR Board meetings, held at designated court facilities on a scheduled basis, the Board may interact with DCPP caseworkers or their supervisors, parents, foster parents, or other child welfare stakeholders.

CPR volunteers complete court-sponsored initial training upon appointment in addition to annual continuing education programs dealing with current child welfare issues, ensuring their meaningful participation in the child placement review process. Integral to the New Jersey Child Placement Advisory Council (CPAC) and its mission is the mandate to advise New Jersey’s three branches of government on the effectiveness of the Child Placement Review Act.  The 2014 CPAC Annual Report Recommendations for 2015 accomplishes this.

CPAC also holds training workshops and events on topics that are appropriate and relevant for CPR board volunteers.  CPAC will be hosting its 2015 Annual Training on May 7 at the New Jersey Law Center in New Brunswick.  More information about this event is available via the Council’s “Save The Date” notice.

A representative from each CPR Board statewide is selected annually to be a member of the New Jersey Child Placement Advisory Council (CPAC).

We are looking for Volunteers for our Child Replacement Boards in Hunterdon County. Log on to njcourts.com/volunteer for an application and more info.

 Child Placement Review/Child Placement Advisory Council

The Child Placement Review (CPR) program is a key component of the court's role in the oversight of children in foster care. Groups of trained judicial volunteers, appointed by the assignment judge, assist the court in reviewing cases of children placed outside of their homes by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP). A volunteer is assigned to a CPR Board, consisting of about 5 volunteers, to review these cases.

CPR Boards conduct various reviews of children involved in "voluntary placement" cases. In such cases, DCPP has placed a child out of his or her home pursuant to a voluntary agreement signed by the parent but there is no allegation of abuse or neglect and DCPP has not filed a child abuse or neglect complaint case against the parent. In "litigated" cases, for which DCPP has filed a child abuse or neglect complaint, a CPR Board conducts one review to determine the progress made by DCPP in addressing the child's needs and any potential barriers to finding a safe, permanent home for the child. These litigated cases remain under the direct oversight of a judge.

In all cases, CPR Boards draft case-specific recommendations for the consideration of a judge. At CPR Board meetings, held at designated court facilities on a scheduled basis, the Board may interact with DCPP caseworkers or their supervisors, parents, foster parents, or other child welfare stakeholders.

CPR volunteers complete court-sponsored initial training upon appointment in addition to annual continuing education programs dealing with current child welfare issues, ensuring their meaningful participation in the child placement review process. Integral to the New Jersey Child Placement Advisory Council (CPAC) and its mission is the mandate to advise New Jersey’s three branches of government on the effectiveness of the Child Placement Review Act.  The 2014 CPAC Annual Report Recommendations for 2015 accomplishes this.

CPAC also holds training workshops and events on topics that are appropriate and relevant for CPR board volunteers.  CPAC will be hosting its 2015 Annual Training on May 7 at the New Jersey Law Center in New Brunswick.  More information about this event is available via the Council’s “Save The Date” notice.

A representative from each CPR Board statewide is selected annually to be a member of the New Jersey Child Placement Advisory Council (CPAC).

The Warren County Courthouse is looking for Youth Volunteers (ages 14-18) for the Juvenile Conference Committee.

The Juvenile Conference Committees (JCCs) serve under the authority of the Family Division of Superior Court. A JCC is a six to nine member citizen volunteer panel appointed by the Family Division Judge. In a confidential setting, JCC panels hear and decide matters involving alleged juvenile offenders. The juvenile, parent(s) and or guardian(s) and complainant/victim are invited to discuss the offense and related matters with the Committee. The JCC considers the facts, and makes recommendations to the judge for a resolution that would aid in the juvenile's rehabilitation.

The program is designed to divert juveniles charged with first or second time minor offenses to their local JCC, which acts as a community-based arm of the Family Court. Program volunteers are required to complete mandatory program-specific training.

If interested log onto http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/volunteer/warren.html for an application. Applications can be submitted to the Training Coordinator, at Meredith.novkovic@njcourts.gov.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Meredith Novkovic at 908-231-7605. Thank you!

Guide victims of domestic violence through the complicated legal system. Prepare clients for courtroom experience and support client during the court process. No legal experience necessary.

40 Hours plus of domestic violence training is required

Answer 24-hour emergency hotline calls and texts from people who are inquiring about domestic violence resources or crisis.

40 hour plus training is required.

Work with police to assist victims at the police department, in the midst of crisis.

40 hour training plus is required

Supervise children while parents are in domestic violence counseling.

40 hours plus domestic violence training is required.

Help staff with general office work such as copying and preparing mailings.

Make presentations about domestic abuse and resources to community.

40 plus hours of domestic violence training is required.

The Family Room Attendant plays with child(ren) while visiting Ginnie's House, offers snacks and beverages to child(ren) and caregiver(s) while making them feel comfortable and safe in our waiting area.

Wednesday and/ or Thursday Evenings 9-5

We have a number of committees on which you can serve.  Events, Fundraising, Alternative Therapies, membership, finance and more.  

Depending on what you like to do and what you are good at, we can fit you to the right committee.

Family Success Centers are community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering places where community residents can go for family support, information, and services. Family Success Centers serve families in safe and supportive home-like environments designed to strengthen the family unit, build relationships, enrich the lives of community members, and make families and neighborhoods stronger.

Volunteers are needed to lead English as a Second Language courses at the Building Bridges Family Success Center. Volunteers will lead weekly courses to teach the basics for reading and writing English, vocabulary, grammar, and common phrases. Volunteers are also needed to translate and provide additional support to families in need of service at the Family Success Center.

Courses will be taught once a week and your schedule can be determined with the volunteer supervisor.

Please contact Program Director Justina Otero at NeighborCorps@gmail.com or 732-675-1452 for information about how your time and talents can benefit NeighborCorps.

Volunteer in Arc Mercer's HR Dept.  Help needed to place phone calls to employment references, assemble document packets, work with spreadsheets.  Main need now is filing but the above duties would be part of what you do.  Ideal for a retired person who'd like to not stay at home, and to contribute to a very important non profit agency.  Would like someone on an ongoing basis for about two days a week during regular business hours, but will consider your scheduling needs.  Hone your office skills!

We are currently training volunteers to help in our effort to educate the public on their new health coverage options under the Affordable Care Act.  We have phonebanks, informational tables at community events, and presentations at schools, churches, food pantries and the like.