VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are vital to the success of our office and to many of our clients. We appreciate your interest in working with both us and the refugee community in Seattle.
Clients often need one-on-one assistance in order to develop their English skills, work on their resumes, and organize their small businesses. See below for our current volunteer opportunities and how to apply.
We are currently most in need of volunteers to help drive clients to appointments, sort and deliver donations, and help with finding permanent housing options.
ESL Tutor
Work in a classroom setting and assist students in completing assignments and practicing English conversation skills. Volunteers will work one-on-one with students that need extra help learning to read, write and speak English.
Classes are held Monday through Thursday, 9:30 - 12:30 at our Seattle and Kent offices. Current opportunities available in Kent. 3-month minimum commitment, 2 to 4 hours per week.
Employment & Job Development
Resettlement Caseworker Assistant
Resettlement or social service assistants will assist case managers with the day to day activities at the office (such as making files, office organization and clean up), as well as directly impacting the lives of refugees that come through our resettlement program. These activities will include: apartment set-up, gathering household supplies, applying for social services, school enrollment etc.
Volunteers are needed Monday - Friday, 11am to 4pm. Current opportunities available at our Seattle office with occasional travel to Kent. 3-month minimum commitment, 2 to 6 hours per week.
HOW TO APPLY:
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Check out our available volunteer positions and see which one seems the best fit for you. Before applying, please keep in mind that due to the training and orientation required, we ask that volunteers make a commitment of at least three months. Volunteers are usually scheduled for a two to four hour period, one to three days per week. If you are interested in volunteering but have other commitments, consider signing up for one of our Volunteer Group Projects or organizing a basic needs drive!
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After filling out the Volunteer Application please email a copy of the application, your references and your resume to volunteer@rroseattle.org
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After reviewing your application, we will set up a short phone interview and conduct a background check. You will then be invited to participate in volunteer orientation where you will receive further training from your department, set your work schedule and get oriented to the office.
CURRENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Donations Manager
Help sort and organize donations to deliver to refugees. Work with the office manager to prepare donations in needed sizes for specific families. Can help deliver donations to clients.
Hours are flexible. 1-month minimum commitment, 1 to 4 hours per week.
Micro-Enterprise Assistant
Work with our micro-enterprise clients to help make their business a reality. With coaching from our micro-e staff, develop a questionnaire to help clients find a location that will work well for their business. In addition, assist with small business trainings that provide valuable knowledge to immigrants in the greater Seattle area.
Hours are flexible and can take place during the workweek or weekend. 2-month minimum commitment, 1-5 hours per week.
Resettlement Caseworker Assistant
Resettlement or social service assistants will assist case managers with the day to day activities at the office (such as making files, office organization and clean up), as well as directly impacting the lives of refugees that come through our resettlement program. These activities will include: apartment set-up, gathering household supplies, applying for social services, school enrollment etc.
Volunteers are needed Monday - Friday, 11am to 4pm. Current opportunities available at our Seattle office with occasional travel to Kent. 3-month minimum commitment, 2 to 12 hours per week.
Employment Specialist Assistant
Work one on one with refugees to help them find jobs. You will help search for jobs online, complete applications, and develop and edit resumes. In the process you will help refugees build computer proficiency and learn about workplace culture.
Volunteers are needed Monday - Thursday, 10 am to 4 pm. Current opportunities available in Kent and Seattle. 3-month minimum commitment, 2 to 12 hours per week.
English Class (ESL) Tutor
Work in a classroom setting and assist students in completing assignments and practicing English conversation skills. Volunteers will work one-on-one with students that need extra help learning to read, write and speak English.
Classes are held virtually at the time. 3-month minimum commitment, 2 to 4 hours per week.
