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Welcome to Family Resources!
Our mission is to prevent
and treat child abuse
by strengthening families and neighborhoods. 
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Drawings from the 2nd Grade. 
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Give your time to families and children in Allegheny County and neighboring communities.
Help prevent and treat child abuse by strengthening families and neighborhoods. Last year, volunteers donated 6,453 hours and provided invaluable assistance to our many programs.
Our volunteers are diverse,
encompassing a wide range of backgrounds such as teachers, social workers,
professionals, homemakers, retirees, students and individuals who are multi-lingual.
How can I help Family Resources?
Opportunities include
(for a description of the position, click on the title):
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What kind of support will I receive:
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What kind of commitment must I make?
This depends on your time, interest and the needs of our organization. On average, Family Resources volunteers work three 3-hour shifts per month, ideally with an initial six month time commitment.What type of training will I receive?
All new volunteers are asked to attend a three-hour agency orientation. Training requirements vary by position.Are there any other requirements?
At Family Resources, confidentiality and safety are very important. Everyone who works at Family Resources - whether volunteer or paid staff - is carefully interviewed and screened. Each volunteer is asked to complete a volunteer application, apply for Act 33/34 clearances (the agency will pay for the cost of clearances), and provide references. Potential candidates will meet with the Program Supervisor prior to becoming a volunteer.All volunteers are required to have criminal and child abuse clearances in order to become active. Family Resources will handle the applications and cover all costs.
How can I learn more about volunteering?
Call our office at (412) 363-1702 for more information.
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WARMLINE Telephone Counselor
Family Resources Parenting WARMLINE provides confidential support, information
and referrals by phone to parents and professionals with non-medical parenting
concerns. Volunteers with parenting experience or an appropriate educational
background are preferred. A counseling, social work, or nursing background
is helpful but not necessary. Volunteers are required to work at least
two four hour shifts per month. After a successful training period, calls
may be taken from home. (back to top)
International Outreach Volunteer
Volunteers work with immigrant and refugee families as translators and
interpreters. They also may make home visits and help families in navigating
community settings such as hospitals, schools, social services, etc. Volunteers
must be bilingual. Some international experience is preferred.(back to top)
Support Group Leader
Family Resources will assist volunteers in organizing neighborhood-based
parent support groups such as Parents Anonymous, Parents of Teens and playgroups,
etc. in their own communities. Parents Anonymous is a support group for
parents who are concerned about harming their children. Training and ongoing
support is provided through Family Resources Parent Resource Center. Volunteers
must have parenting experience. (back to top)
Administration
(East Liberty, McKeesport and Downtown sites)
Work may include general office, filing, faxing, answering telephones
and greeting clients. Individual must be organized and have good communication
skills. (back to top)
Child
Care
Individuals with child care experience are needed to assist with child
care during parent group meetings and therapy sessions. Experience with
children or appropriate educational background is required. (back to top)
Therapeutic Parents'
and Children's Center
Volunteers and interns are needed at our pre-school for children who
have experienced physical or sexual abuse or neglect. Individuals must have
appropriate educational background and/or experience. (back to top)
Public Relations/Fund
Raising/Child Abuse Prevention Month Campaign
"Special project" volunteers with good communication skills are needed
to assist with special events including Child Abuse Prevention Month, the
Blue Ribbon Campaign, and fundraising events, etc. Groups interested in
hosting events to benefit Family Resources are encouraged to contact our
Development Director. (back to top)
Family Retreat Center
Various opportunities exist at our camp located near Cranberry, PA.
Throughout the year, the Retreat Center hosts retreats, conferences, agency
picnics, school outings, family and youth camping for community-based organizations.
Needs include:
- Activities Coordinator - Volunteers are needed to help coordinate activities and facilitate camping programs especially during late Spring through early Fall. Responsibilities may include child supervision, assisting in coordination and facilitation of camp activities and acting as a liaison between group and camp personnel. Students age 16 and older are welcome.
- Special Projects -- Special projects may include painting buildings, signs, etc.; planting gardens; installing fences; clearing trails; building a playground; raking leaves; planting natural barriers; etc. Donations of plants, compost, flowers, paint, shingles, nails, fencing, posts, plywood, and 6x6 wooden ties are needed and appreciated.
- Assistant Cook -- Individuals with some cooking experience may assist in preparing meals and kitchen maintenance.
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