CONSTRUCTION VOLUNTEERS:
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Crew Leaders- We can’t build without the expertise of experienced Construction Crew Leaders like you. Construction Crew Leaders need experience in many aspects of building and the ability to guide our volunteers during all phases of the construction process.
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Skilled and Unskilled construction volunteers always welcome as well! Volunteering on the work site is a fun, hands-on opportunity for individuals and groups of all skill levels. No experience is required! Work-site volunteers work alongside homeowners and Habitat staff to provide the labor for all aspects of home building - fom framing to landscaping.
- Site Selection and Acquisition: Locating and assessing potential properties for purchase or donation are critical to our future. To identify potential properties, the committee may utilize such resources as municipal records of tax-seized properties, property auctions, bank repossessions, word of mouth, personal knowledge, “windshield surveys” of apparently abandoned property, etc. When investigating a property, this committee will examine the title, research zoning and variances, look for land-use issues, and consider whether the property can accommodate the needs of potential homeowners.
NON-CONSTRUCTION VOLUNTEERS:
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General Office Assistants do a variety of tasks assisting office staff and committees. Assistants work once-a-week (or more) in two-hour shifts to complete a variety of tasks. Office hours are M-F, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A good office volunteer possesses these qualities: good computer skills, organizational skills, and be a self-starter who needs minimal supervision.
Tasks may include data entry, filing, making phones calls, designing brochures, assembling sponsorship folders, and more!
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Special events volunteers assist with planning and preparation for our annual events. From decorations and set up to parking and logistics - volunteers help with many areas of Habitat events to ensure that they are a great success. Events include: Fall Feastival, Hike for Habitat, Volunteer Appreciation Events, house dedications, groundbreakings, and many more!
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Family Selection Committee members conduct informational sessions for potential homeowner candidates, which present an overview of Habitat for Humanity, explain the application process, assist the candidates to fill out applications, and answer questions. Members screen and rank potential Partner Families and conduct confidential home visits to collect additional supporting information.
Time commitment: bi-monthly committee meeting, home visits as requested, one year minimum of service. Desired skills would include a financial background an/or experience working with low-income families.
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A Family Support Mentor supports a partner family by helping all the way through to homeownership. Responsibilities begin when a Mentor is matched with a family and continues until one year after the family moves into their home. Skills needed are the ability to recognize and appreciate a family’s uniqueness and a willingness to be a liaison between Habitat and the partner family. Training will be provided by the Family Support Committee.
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Faith Relations Committee Members: Increase awareness within the faith community about Habitat’s mission by visiting with clergy and outreach/social justice committees, making public presentations, and distributing informational materials, and follow-up communications.
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