So you’ve learned a little about SAVE and now you want to get involved? Volunteering is a great way to contribute to the cause! Whether you have a lot of time to give, or just a little, there are options for you to consider.
Office Internship
Assist with administrative, behind-the-scenes tasks such as data entry, filing, copying, and answering calls at the front desk.
To become an office intern:
- Submit your application and volunteer agreement to the Community Office.
- As positions become available, you will be contacted for an in-person interview.
- Pass the Livescan background check.
Outreach
Represent SAVE at health fairs and community events. Tabling at events helps spread awareness about domestic violence and services we offer.
To become an outreach volunteer:
- Submit your application to the Community Office. Please specify your interest in outreach.
- Attend an outreach training (held quarterly) or schedule an appointment for a short, individual training. Email Erin at volunteer@save-dv.org for information about outreach training. (Please note: If you have taken the 40 hour Domestic Violence Counselor Training, you do not need to complete the outreach training before participating in an event.)
Applications
- Adult Office Volunteer Application
- Youth Office Volunteer Application (for applicants under age 18)
- Volunteer Agreement (for Office Internship only)
Direct Service
Direct service volunteers work with our clients in a variety of settings, including our confidential shelter, local police departments, and the Hayward Hall of Justice.
To become a direct service volunteer:
- Complete the 40 hour Domestic Violence Counselor Training. The training can be taken through SAVE or another organization as long as the training meets state guidelines.
- Have a phone interview with the Community Engagement Specialist. If accepted into the direct service volunteer program, volunteer position placement is determined by best fit for the volunteer and SAVE’s immediate needs.
- Pass the Livescan background check.
We invest in our direct service volunteers, providing in-depth on-the-job training and a reduced rate for the 40 hour Domestic Violence Counselor Training. We value consistency for our clients, and therefore ask for no less than a 6 month commitment of 100 hours of service or more.
The availability of positions listed below are subject to change. Please check with the Community Engagement Specialist at volunteer@save-dv.org to see if the position(s) you are interested in is open to new volunteers.
Direct Service volunteer opportunities:
