Hostess position

Location : WINGS Domestic Violence Safe Houses, which are in an undisclosed location in Midway Airport area or in Northwest Suburban.

Time : Most volunteers come once a week for a 3- 4 hour shift between 11am-1 : 30pm Lunch or 4pm-6 : 30pm dinner time, weekly . Occasionally, some other timeslots may be available. Additional time is required in the beginning for training.

Commitment : Requires willingness to commit to volunteer for at least three (3) hours a week for at least one (1) year.

Additional Requirements :

• Completion of the 40 Hour Domestic Violence Training   The class is usually offered three (3) times a year.)

Description :

Assist in the daily meal times at the Safe House by : worming up, setting out and putting away a previously prepared lunch for clients and workers at the Safe House.

in conversation to help them feel welcomed and confortable.

Assist in the daily meal times at the Safe House

by : warming up, setting out and putting away a previously prepared lunch or

dinner for clients and workers at the Safe House.

with clients during meal times to promote constructive and friendly

conversations with and between the clients.

positive environment by lending a listening ear to someone who wants to talk,

engaging more hesitant clients in conversation to help them feel welcomed and

comfortable.

clients with daily living tasks, including : explaining kitchen and dining room

chores, assisting clients with cleaning up after themselves and their children.

and sorting weekly food donations in both the Safe House walk-in fridge and

pantry. Hostess volunteers also make sure that clients have enough food items

milk, butter, cereal, etc.) in the communal area and restock if needed.

based on volunteer interest and current shelter need (Examples include :

suggesting or facilitating simple activities (such as a card game or new toy)

to adults or to parents trying to entertain children,).

This may be a good fit for you if :