Volunteer - Family Resource Center(s)

Family Resource Center Volunteer Opportunities

Family Health Advocate:

Position Overview:

A Family Health Advocate is a trained volunteer who provides culturally appropriate outreach and education regarding health, wellness and public benefits.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Parent/Caregiver of an Oakland, San Leandro or Hayward student
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must clear fingerprint and TB (tuberculosis) requirements.
• Must be able to make a school year commitment (September-June)
• Bilingual/bicultural in an Alameda County threshold language preferred

Responsibilities:

• Receive training and support families with Medi-cal and CalFresh application enrollment
• Provide community resources and referrals as needed
• Participate in outreach and delivery of community education and outreach events

Program Volunteer

Position Overview: The program volunteers will support in providing resources, and services to families in need. Volunteers will play a vital role in assisting with office clerical tasks, supporting community events and workshops, and participating in outreach efforts to connect families to essential services.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work with others and independently
• Be able to think creatively and productively
• Proficient with basic computer skills- Word, Excel, GSuite
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must clear fingerprint and TB (tuberculosis) requirements.
• Must be able to make a school year commitment (September-June)
• Bilingual/bicultural in an Alameda County threshold language preferred

Responsibilities:

• Provide clerical support such as data entry, filing, and answering phone inquiries.
• Assist with event coordination, including setup, registration, and guest support.
• Help prepare materials and support facilitators during community workshops.
• Promote and distribute outreach materials to local businesses, community based organizations, schools and places of worship.
• Engage with participants and encourage community involvement at events and workshops.
• Support outreach efforts through social media, flyers, and networking with local partners.

Circle of Care: Grief & Loss Volunteer

Position Overview: Will co-facilitate peer support groups for children or adults, using pre-designed activities with themes and prompts that encourage emotional intelligence, resiliency, and healing. Volunteers will help families process their grief together, fostering a supportive community environment where healing can take place. Volunteer’s will receive training in grief-related content and facilitation techniques to support families navigating through grief.

Qualifications:

• Passion for supporting individuals and families coping with grief and loss.
• Strong communication and active listening skills, with the ability to create a supportive environment.
• Complete grief support and facilitation training.
• Ability to work with others.
• Proficient with basic computer skills - Zoom & Google Meets
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must clear fingerprint and TB (tuberculosis) requirements.
• Must be able to make a school year commitment (September-June)
• Bilingual/bicultural in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities:

• Co-facilitate peer support groups for children or adults, following pre-designed activities and prompts.
• Provide emotional support, encouraging open discussion and connection among group members.
• Lead activities that foster emotional intelligence, resilience, and coping skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and collaborate with the team to ensure a positive group experience.