Homeward Bound is a non profit organization with the mission to end homelessness in Buncombe County. At our AHOPE Day Center, we meet individuals basic needs, build relationships and community, and help clients on their journey to permanent housing.
The annual Point In Time (PIT) count is an event required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development each year that aims to gather vital data related to the state of homelessness our community. Volunteers will help staff to engage clients accessing services and help them to complete services related to the data needed for the PIT Count.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Engage with clients; asking if they are willing to participate in surveys
Help clients to fill out surveys (unless they prefer to do so alone)
Ensure all surveys are turned into staff for tallying
Requirements:
Volunteers will sign a waiver at the beginning of their shift
Personal transportation to sites
Skills Required:
Positive and compassionate communication skills
Ability to remain standing for long periods
Example: Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
Attire:
Casual
Comfortable, close-toed shoes
No offensive images or language
Location:
AHOPE Day Center
19 N Ann Street
Asheville NC 28801
Health and Safety:
Masks are optional, masks and gloves available upon request
Hand sanitizer/handwashing available on site
Volunteers must be comfortable interacting with clients who may be intoxicated - substance use is not permitted on site.
To express interest in this volunteer opportunity, simply
Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization
Next steps: Please fill out an application at our website, homewarddboundwnc.org or contact the Assistant Director of Homeless Services at volunteer@homewardboundwnc.org or 828-772-2849.
Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!
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