Opportunities From: United Way of King County

https://www.childrenshomesociety.org/donate

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many families who were already food-insecure now find themselves with children out of school — children who ordinarily received more than half of their daily nutrition at school through free and reduced-price meals.  These families often make trade-offs with other living expenses and employ coping strategies to secure such household items as toilet paper, toothpaste, soap, or disposable diapers.

Children’s Home Society of Washington is dedicated to helping these families now more than ever.  Consider donating today to support our efforts to help families in need in King County.

Suggested Donations:

https://www.childrenshomesociety.org/donate

Fred Meyer, QFC, Safeway Gift cards between $25-$100

We will be distributing these resources in compliance with COVID-19 public health recommendations.

To Donate:

Contact us at 253-854-0700 or email southking@chs-wa.org

 

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many families who were already food-insecure now find themselves with children out of school — children who ordinarily received more than half of their daily nutrition at school through free and reduced-price meals.  These families often make trade-offs with other living expenses and employ coping strategies to secure such household items as toilet paper, toothpaste, soap, or disposable diapers.

Children’s Home Society of Washington is dedicated to helping these families now more than ever. Consider donating today to support our efforts to help families in need in the North Seattle area.

 Suggested Donations:

Fred Meyer, Shell Gas Station, and Food Store Gift Cards: $25-$100

Diapers sizes 1-6 (highest need sizes 4-6)

Baby Wipes

Toilet Paper

Cleaning Supplies

Hand Sanitizer

We will be distributing these resources in compliance with COVID-19 public health recommendations.

 Drop off Donations: Monday 11am-1pm/Tuesday 11am-1pm

12545 Lake City Way NE Chris.Leverson@CHS-WA.org

Children's Home Society of Washington is in need of face masks to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 among our staff and volunteers who are working to provide emergency services to families in need. Please read this page for more information about sewing face masks.

We are requesting 400 masks. If you’re able to provide some or all of these masks, please click “respond” and we will reach out to you to confirm the number of masks you can provide and delivery details. We ask that each volunteer responding to this request plan to make at least 25 masks.

Finished masks can be delivered/mailed to us at:

Donna Verretto

C/O Children's Home Society of Washington

4115 NE 62nd Street

Seattle, WA  98115

(206) 388-5870

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide assistance to Front Desk staff with clerical duties, daily operations, program, services, scanning
documents, and small projects as needed. Greet families in the lobby of the South King County Family
Resource Center in Kent. Greet donors and assist with in-kind donation intake.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Strive to remain compassionate, non-judgmental, flexible, and impartial when assisting people that
have lifestyles, spiritual beliefs, and interests that are different from your own
* Respect the privacy of children, families, and staff; abide by the Volunteer Program’s confidentiality
policies
* Serve as an ambassador of Children’s Home Society of Washington by welcoming families as they
enter the office
* Assist program staff in maintaining a clean and organized front lobby
* Help with in-kind donation intake, greeting the donor and assisting them in completing the in-kind gift
receipt
* Assist staff in providing emergency diapers, food, and other basic need items for families
* Answer telephone calls and transfer calls to appropriate extension
* Provide front desk coverage during breaks and/or staff meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education and Experience:
Required:
* Minimum 18 years of age
* Available between 9:00am-5:00pm for a 3 hour shift on the same day/time each week
* Ability to interact with a variety of people
* Respect of diverse lifestyles, cultures, religions, and values
* Must be able to safely lift up to 40 pounds

Position Description: 

As a WorkSource connection site, North Seattle Family Resource Center serves as a link to employment and education information and services. Assist North Seattle Family Resource Center participants with employment support. Provide direct client services in areas of creating and reviewing resumes and cover letters, assisting with applications, use of social media and networking, interviewing skills and referral to community resource and support services. Performs related duties as required. This position will conduct assessments, provide one-on-one job search assistance, make referrals, and assist participants with job retention and wage progression after placement. 

 

Please click the "respond" button and we will follow up with you. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Help people in your community with their conversational English skills. Talk Time provides immigrants and refugees with opportunities to practice conversational English in a social setting. Volunteer facilitators work independently or as a team to plan and facilitate small group discussions on a variety of topics focused on language needed in everyday life. Classes are offered at the North Seattle Family Resource Center in Lake City.  https://www.childrenshomesociety.org/volunteerform

RESPONSIBILITIES Strive to remain compassionate, non-judgmental, flexible, and impartial when assisting people that have lifestyles, spiritual beliefs, and interests that are different from your own Respect the privacy of children, families, and staff; abide by the Volunteer Program’s confidentiality policies Facilitate a 1-1/2 hour session once a week year-round Plan and prepare topics to be discussed in small group conversation Collect input from Talk Time participants for ideas on Attend Talk Time volunteer training Maintain accurate attendance and intake Report back on a regular basis in meetings to be scheduled with supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education and Experience

Required:

Minimum 18 years of age Available for 1.5 hours per week. Classes are offered 1:30-3 p.m. Thursdays Ability to interact with a variety of people. Respect of diverse lifestyles, cultures, religions, and values

Preferred:

Previous volunteer experience Experience in a children’s welfare or nonprofit setting

POSITION SUMMARY

https://www.childrenshomesociety.org/volunteerform

Sewing Instructors teach beginning and intermediate machine and hand sewing techniques to participants as part of our life skills programming at the North Seattle Family Resource Center. Instructors work with adults and youth, some who have never sewn before. Instructors prepare simple projects, such as pillow cases, bags, children’s pajamas, placemats etc.  Participants are low income and many are immigrants and refugees. We are looking for volunteers to help these participants acquire new skills and increase their family self-sufficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES Lead classes for those with various knowledge of sewing, including beginners Prepare basic sewing projects for classes Strive to remain compassionate, non-judgmental, flexible, and impartial when assisting people that have lifestyles, spiritual beliefs, and interests that are different from your own. Respect the privacy of children, families, and staff; abide by the Volunteer Program’s confidentiality policies. QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education and Experience:       

Required:

Minimum 18 years of age Available between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday four hours a month Ability to interact with a variety of people. Respect of diverse lifestyles, cultures, religions, and values Must have basic machine sewing skills Knowledge of how to construct simple sewing projects Assist participants through the completion of sewing projects

Preferred:

Previous volunteer experience Experience in a children’s welfare or non-profit setting Bi-lingual a plus but not required Knowledge of how to earn extra income through sewing projects

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to take directions Ability to respect and maintain confidential information Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Strong interpersonal and communication skills Dependable, responsible and punctual Recognizes limitations and asks for help when unsure Awareness of cultural competency; sensitivity in working with diverse cultures