Needs From: Western Washington University

The WDRC Fundraising Events Committee is looking for community member(s) to volunteer in a committee support role. We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who love events to assist our committee in obtaining silent auction donations and dessert dash contributions for our annual Peace Builder Awards which takes place in November.

This event is the largest fundraiser our organization, and the Fundraising Events Committee plays a vital part in helping us meet our fundraising goals. The time commitment includes a one-hour committee meeting once a month, as well as several hours per month contacting prospects for donations and picking up items. Volunteers are needed immediately. Volunteering with the WDRC Fundraising Events Committee is a great introduction to Board service, while being a fun opportunity to connect with the community in a new way.

Please email a resume to Committee Chair Alivia Jelinski if interested: alivia.jelinski@gmail.com.

Position Title: Visit Supervisor                  

Program: Supervised Visitation Program

Total Hours: At least 1.5 hours/week (1 hour visit/week plus 15 min before and after visit)

Reports to: Program Coordinator

About the WDRC

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) is a local 501c3 nonprofit organization serving the people of Whatcom County since 1992. Our vision is for Whatcom County to be a community in which people deal with conflict in creative and healthy ways.

Position Description

The Visit Supervisor monitors visits between non-custodial/non-residential parents and children when the Court has determined that supervision of visits is necessary, or when the parents/guardians have agreed to supervision.

 

Responsibilities:

Participate in initial program orientation Agree and successfully adhere to program policies and procedures Prepare for visits by becoming familiar with the screening information in the client file prior to the first visit Meet, as scheduled by the Program Coordinator, with each parent/adult and child(ren) prior to the first visit, so as to be introduced to all parties and pave the way for visits Provide supervision of visits as scheduled, when stipulated by Court Order or agreed to by the parents/guardians Maintain written records of each visit re: date, duration of visit, identity of attendees, and brief, non-evaluative observation on the visit Report to and maintain contact with the Supervised Visitation Program Coordinator on a regular basis to maintain appropriate two-way communication on any questions, concerns, or problems regarding assigned visits, particularly regarding safety Maintain up-to-date awareness of program policies and procedures and attend volunteer meetings and in-service trainings as scheduled Volunteers should have at least 1.5 hours available during one of the following days/times: Tuesday-Thursday 3pm-7:30pm and Saturdays 8:30am-3pm due to our visit schedule.  

 

REQUIRED Skills & Experience:

Be at least 18 years of age, and have High School diploma or GED certificate Submit to and pass Washington State Patrol Background Check and Sex Offender Registry Check Satisfactorily complete volunteer application, screening interview, and training Submit two personal references which attest to qualities of dependability, responsibility, trustworthiness, and compassion Demonstrate thorough application, interview, references, and training that the applicant possesses appropriate skills and necessary personal traits to be a sensitive, dependable, and effective Supervisor

 

Be able to commit to Supervised Visitation Program for minimum of 6-l2 months (12 months or longer preferred) High level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality, appropriate boundaries, and handle sensitive information Commitment to respecting individual differences and serving diverse populations Strong decision making and communication skills Supportive attitude, flexibility, and ability to handle complex and stressful situations Observant, diplomatic, and tactfully assertive Enjoys working with children

 

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Understanding of dynamics involved in separation, divorce, domestic violence, child abuse, child welfare, mental health, and substance abuse Understanding of child development needs Insightful regarding own attitudes, biases, limits