Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

Volunteer: Naomi Family Program Chapel Volunteer

 
PURPOSE:  

Naomi Family Program (NFP) houses women and women with children (usually ages 10 and younger). Thursday night chapel is an opportunity for families to come together and grow in community through worship. Outside community members are invited to assist in leading chapel. Chapel materials and experiences will be prepped and coordinated by NFP staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE: 

Building relationships with kids through games, bible lesson, and discussion questions. Mitigate distraction by sitting with kids. Participate in games, lesson, and discussion as needed. Lead discussion questions with smaller groups (optional).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Group size over 2 people. All group members must pass a background check (paid and provided by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities)18 years or older.Experience with children and women who have experienced traumaAbility to read and speak EnglishOnce a month committment, if this position is established to be a good fit 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

 
PURPOSE:  

Naomi Family Program (NFP) houses women and women with children (usually ages 10 and younger). Thursday night chapel is an opportunity for families to come together and grow in community through worship. Outside community members are invited to assist in leading chapel. Chapel materials and experiences will be prepped and coordinated by NFP staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE: 

Building relationships with kids through games, bible lesson, and discussion questions. Mitigate distraction by sitting with kids. Participate in games, lesson, and discussion as needed. Lead discussion questions with smaller groups (optional).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Group size over 2 people. All group members must pass a background check (paid and provided by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities)18 years or older.Experience with children and women who have experienced traumaAbility to read and speak EnglishOnce a month committment, if this position is established to be a good fit 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55105

Allow Groups: Teams only

Volunteer: After School Volunteer - Naomi Family Program

PURPOSE:  

Naomi Family Program (NFP) houses women and women with children (usually ages 10 and younger). Monday and Wednesday afternoons we have time for children to work on their homework and in particularly their reading. We are looking for volunteers to support our children through academic growth and play.   

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE: 

Read with children, encouraging them to improve their literacy skillsHelp children with their homeworkPlay with children who don’t have homework once they’re done reading for the day

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Pass a background check (paid and provided by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities)Experience with children and women who have experienced traumaAbility to read and speak English Ability to help with other primary school subjects Pass a background check provided by UGMTC

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:

This is a sitting and standing role in a home shelter environment

TRAINING:

Orientation and training is provided by NFP staffMore training opportunities may be provided in the future

Time:
Mondays & Wednesdays, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Commitment:
Once a week, biweekly, for 6 months

HOW TO APPLY:

Create a volunteer profileContact Volunteer Services at volunteers@ugmtc.org

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

PURPOSE:  

Naomi Family Program (NFP) houses women and women with children (usually ages 10 and younger). Monday and Wednesday afternoons we have time for children to work on their homework and in particularly their reading. We are looking for volunteers to support our children through academic growth and play.   

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE: 

Read with children, encouraging them to improve their literacy skillsHelp children with their homeworkPlay with children who don’t have homework once they’re done reading for the day

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Pass a background check (paid and provided by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities)Experience with children and women who have experienced traumaAbility to read and speak English Ability to help with other primary school subjects Pass a background check provided by UGMTC

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:

This is a sitting and standing role in a home shelter environment

TRAINING:

Orientation and training is provided by NFP staffMore training opportunities may be provided in the future

Time:
Mondays & Wednesdays, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Commitment:
Once a week, biweekly, for 6 months

HOW TO APPLY:

Create a volunteer profileContact Volunteer Services at volunteers@ugmtc.org

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55105

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Evening Activity Volunteer - Onsite, ACTS Training Program

The ACTS Training program is a long-term residential program at UGMTC's Men's campus for men working on life skills to transition out of homelessness. A strong component of homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others. Help develop community and relationships through events on Thursdays for the ACTS training program residents. Examples of activities are board games, card games, and chess tournaments.

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

The ACTS Training program is a long-term residential program at UGMTC's Men's campus for men working on life skills to transition out of homelessness. A strong component of homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others. Help develop community and relationships through events on Thursdays for the ACTS training program residents. Examples of activities are board games, card games, and chess tournaments.

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Afternoon Activity Leader Volunteer - Onsite, ACTS Training Program

The ACTS Training program is a long-term residential program at UGMTC's Men's campus for men working on life skills to transition out of homelessness. A strong component of homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others. Help develop community and relationships through events on Thursdays for the ACTS training program residents. Examples of activities are board games, card games, and chess tournaments.

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

The ACTS Training program is a long-term residential program at UGMTC's Men's campus for men working on life skills to transition out of homelessness. A strong component of homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others. Help develop community and relationships through events on Thursdays for the ACTS training program residents. Examples of activities are board games, card games, and chess tournaments.

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Men's Programming Art Lead Volunteer: ACTS Training Program

PURPOSE:
A large contributor to homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others.
Being an Art Lead Volunteer is an opportunity to connect with program residents,
tangibly showing them that they are loved by Jesus and his people. As a part of the Art
Lead Volunteer position, you have the opportunity to form that connection through art.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Prepare and lead an art project for the program’s residents. This may be a class
or an individual. The art can be any medium (drawing, clay, painting, etc.).
• Provide all supplies necessary for activities. Work with program staff if there is
additional funding needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A ‘listen first, speak second’ mentality
• Reliable transportation to meeting locations
• Ability to meet consistently with the residents on a scheduled basis in
partnership with program staff

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role is a mix of sitting and standing in a homeless shelter setting.

TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Additional training opportunities may be available

COMMITMENT:
• 6 Month commitment
• Biweekly sessions
• Saturdays 10 am - 11 am or 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

TYPE:
Individual 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

PURPOSE:
A large contributor to homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others.
Being an Art Lead Volunteer is an opportunity to connect with program residents,
tangibly showing them that they are loved by Jesus and his people. As a part of the Art
Lead Volunteer position, you have the opportunity to form that connection through art.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Prepare and lead an art project for the program’s residents. This may be a class
or an individual. The art can be any medium (drawing, clay, painting, etc.).
• Provide all supplies necessary for activities. Work with program staff if there is
additional funding needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A ‘listen first, speak second’ mentality
• Reliable transportation to meeting locations
• Ability to meet consistently with the residents on a scheduled basis in
partnership with program staff

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role is a mix of sitting and standing in a homeless shelter setting.

TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Additional training opportunities may be available

COMMITMENT:
• 6 Month commitment
• Biweekly sessions
• Saturdays 10 am - 11 am or 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

TYPE:
Individual 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Serve Lunch- Change a Life

Description

The Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities is looking for volunteers to help serve meals every day of the week.  This is a great opportunity to meet the basic needs for individuals experiencing homelessness.  Our main dining room is located at 435 University Ave. East, St. Paul, MN. 

You can sign up through this link: https://volunteers.ugmtc.org/calendar. 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Description

The Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities is looking for volunteers to help serve meals every day of the week.  This is a great opportunity to meet the basic needs for individuals experiencing homelessness.  Our main dining room is located at 435 University Ave. East, St. Paul, MN. 

You can sign up through this link: https://volunteers.ugmtc.org/calendar. 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Serve Breakfast - Change a Life

Description

The Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities is looking for volunteers to help serve meals every day of the week.  This is a great opportunity to meet the basic needs for individuals experiencing homelessness.  Our main dining room is located at 435 University Ave. East, St. Paul, MN. 

You can sign up through this link: https://volunteers.ugmtc.org/calendar. 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Description

The Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities is looking for volunteers to help serve meals every day of the week.  This is a great opportunity to meet the basic needs for individuals experiencing homelessness.  Our main dining room is located at 435 University Ave. East, St. Paul, MN. 

You can sign up through this link: https://volunteers.ugmtc.org/calendar. 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Serve Dinner- Change a Life

Description

The Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities is looking for volunteers to help serve meals every day of the week.  This is a great opportunity to meet the basic needs for individuals experiencing homelessness.  Our main dining room is located at 435 University Ave. East, St. Paul, MN. 

You can sign up through this link: https://volunteers.ugmtc.org/calendar. 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Description

The Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities is looking for volunteers to help serve meals every day of the week.  This is a great opportunity to meet the basic needs for individuals experiencing homelessness.  Our main dining room is located at 435 University Ave. East, St. Paul, MN. 

You can sign up through this link: https://volunteers.ugmtc.org/calendar. 

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Resident Mentor: ACTS Training Program

PURPOSE:
A large contributor to homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others.
Being
a Resident Mentor Volunteer is an opportunity to connect with program residents,
tangibly showing them that they are loved by Jesus and his people. As a part of this
mentor program, you can build that connection and help the program resident develop
a new skill. Examples of activities are woodworking, cooking, mending and horticulture.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide all supplies necessary for activities. Work with program staff if there is
additional funding needed.
• Prepare an indoor activity for the program residents.
• Lead that activity, or activities, for the program residents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A ‘listen first, speak second’ mentality
• Reliable transportation to meeting locations
• Ability to meet consistently with the resident

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role is a mix of sitting and standing in a homeless shelter setting.

TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Additional training opportunities may be available

COMMITTMENT:
1 year of consistent sessions 

TYPE:
Individual or small group

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

PURPOSE:
A large contributor to homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others.
Being
a Resident Mentor Volunteer is an opportunity to connect with program residents,
tangibly showing them that they are loved by Jesus and his people. As a part of this
mentor program, you can build that connection and help the program resident develop
a new skill. Examples of activities are woodworking, cooking, mending and horticulture.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide all supplies necessary for activities. Work with program staff if there is
additional funding needed.
• Prepare an indoor activity for the program residents.
• Lead that activity, or activities, for the program residents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A ‘listen first, speak second’ mentality
• Reliable transportation to meeting locations
• Ability to meet consistently with the resident

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role is a mix of sitting and standing in a homeless shelter setting.

TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Additional training opportunities may be available

COMMITTMENT:
1 year of consistent sessions 

TYPE:
Individual or small group

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Resident Mentor Community Volunteer: ACTS Training Program

PURPOSE:
For our ACTS Training Program alumni, the first six months of living on their own after
exiting the program are often the hardest. This is largely due to a lack of connection to a
community. The volunteer group/community offers help to a program resident before and
after graduation. Being a Resident Mentor Community Volunteer is an opportunity to show
program alumni they are loved by Jesus and his people.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Meet with individuals for 6 months before the resident’s graduation
• Provide ‘welcome home baskets’ with initial essentials for the resident’s new
home once they graduate (e.g.: cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, basic kitchen
utensils, etc.)
• Continue to be involved in the life of your program alum for six months after
their completion of the program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A ‘listen first, speak second’ mentality
• Reliable transportation to meeting locations
• Ability to meet consistently with the program resident

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role is a mix of sitting and standing in a homeless shelter setting.

TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Additional training opportunities may be available

COMMITTMENT:
6-9 months as determined by conversation with program leadership

TYPE:
Small group

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

PURPOSE:
For our ACTS Training Program alumni, the first six months of living on their own after
exiting the program are often the hardest. This is largely due to a lack of connection to a
community. The volunteer group/community offers help to a program resident before and
after graduation. Being a Resident Mentor Community Volunteer is an opportunity to show
program alumni they are loved by Jesus and his people.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Meet with individuals for 6 months before the resident’s graduation
• Provide ‘welcome home baskets’ with initial essentials for the resident’s new
home once they graduate (e.g.: cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, basic kitchen
utensils, etc.)
• Continue to be involved in the life of your program alum for six months after
their completion of the program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A ‘listen first, speak second’ mentality
• Reliable transportation to meeting locations
• Ability to meet consistently with the program resident

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role is a mix of sitting and standing in a homeless shelter setting.

TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Additional training opportunities may be available

COMMITTMENT:
6-9 months as determined by conversation with program leadership

TYPE:
Small group

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: Teams only

Volunteer: Men's Programming Activity Leader: ACTS Training Program

PURPOSE:
A large contributor to homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others.
Being an Activity Lead Volunteer is an opportunity to connect with program residents,
tangibly showing them that they are loved by Jesus and his people. You will develop
community and relationships through events on Saturday or Sunday for ACTS Training
Program residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide all supplies necessary for activities. Work with program staff if there is
additional funding needed.
• Prepare an indoor activity for the program residents.
• Lead that activity, or activities, for the program residents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A ‘listen first, speak second’ mentality
• Reliable transportation to meeting locations
• Ability to meet consistently with the residents on a scheduled basis in
partnership with program staff

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role is a mix of sitting and standing in a homeless shelter setting.

TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Additional training opportunities may be available

COMMITTMENT:
1 year of consistent sessions (either on Saturdays 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. or Sundays 12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)

TYPE:
Individual or small group

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

PURPOSE:
A large contributor to homelessness is the lack of healthy connections with others.
Being an Activity Lead Volunteer is an opportunity to connect with program residents,
tangibly showing them that they are loved by Jesus and his people. You will develop
community and relationships through events on Saturday or Sunday for ACTS Training
Program residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide all supplies necessary for activities. Work with program staff if there is
additional funding needed.
• Prepare an indoor activity for the program residents.
• Lead that activity, or activities, for the program residents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A ‘listen first, speak second’ mentality
• Reliable transportation to meeting locations
• Ability to meet consistently with the residents on a scheduled basis in
partnership with program staff

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role is a mix of sitting and standing in a homeless shelter setting.

TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Additional training opportunities may be available

COMMITTMENT:
1 year of consistent sessions (either on Saturdays 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. or Sundays 12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)

TYPE:
Individual or small group

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55130

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Volunteer Driver - Adult Education Center

PURPOSE:
The Volunteer Driver will transport program residents participating in adult education to
and from their program sites and the Education Center. Drivers will be using mini-buses
and 15-passenger vans provided by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide transportation to and from program sites
• Develop relationships with residents


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to drive 15-passenger vans or minibuses in an urban setting
• A clear background check
• While Volunteer Drivers do not have to be Christians, they need to respect Union
Gospel Mission Twin Cities’ statement of faith


WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role includes sitting and driving large vehicles.


TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Defensive Driving Course provided by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

COMMITTMENT:
Once a week (Monday-Friday) consistently for a period of time determined by a
conversation with program staff

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

PURPOSE:
The Volunteer Driver will transport program residents participating in adult education to
and from their program sites and the Education Center. Drivers will be using mini-buses
and 15-passenger vans provided by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide transportation to and from program sites
• Develop relationships with residents


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to drive 15-passenger vans or minibuses in an urban setting
• A clear background check
• While Volunteer Drivers do not have to be Christians, they need to respect Union
Gospel Mission Twin Cities’ statement of faith


WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• This role includes sitting and driving large vehicles.


TRAINING:
• Meeting and tour with Program Manager
• Onboarding orientation training required
• Defensive Driving Course provided by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

COMMITTMENT:
Once a week (Monday-Friday) consistently for a period of time determined by a
conversation with program staff

Nonprofit: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55110

Allow Groups: No