“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
-Margaret Mead
The contribution of volunteers is critical to our clients and our organization’s success.
Phoenix Employment Ministry Volunteer Opportunities
Phoenix Employment Ministry seeks volunteers who want to:
- Give back to their community by helping the less fortunate
- Utilize their skills in helping the sheltered homeless and nearly homeless find work
- Support a faith based non-profit organization
- Be part of a positive, inclusive and fun environment
Volunteer Activities Include
Client Assistance
Regular volunteers normally work one morning or afternoon a week from 8:30 am until12:30pm or from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Volunteers provide the following services and serve on committees such as those listed below.
- Offering assistance in locating potential employers
- Helping to compose resumes and cover letters;
- Providing transportation to job sites for applying/interviewing;
- Referring to child care, housing, and other types of assistance that may be prerequisite to employment;
- Assisting clients in enrolling for GED and college courses;
- Helping clients find appropriate job-hunting attire;
- Providing general coaching and encouragement;
- Assisting with Job Fairs, which bring job-hunters and potential employers together;
- Participating in fundraising activities, including Wilmington’s Big Greek Wedding;
A Typical Day..
The staff, clients, and volunteers meet at 8:30 a.m. and participate in job search activities until 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The day begins with “check-in,” a time for all to share their state of being with the others and to share a daily devotion and prayer. The remainder of the time, volunteers work one-on-one with clients assisting them as they pursue their individual paths to achieving employment.
Clients are required to treat the job search as their full time job; they must arrive on time every day dressed to go to an interview. Volunteers set an example for these necessary habits for obtaining and retaining employment. Most volunteers come one day a week and generally help from 8:30 to 12:30. Volunteers have the opportunity to know the clients’ individual histories and to adapt their assistance to individual needs.
Quality of Service Program Committee
This committee is responsible for overseeing programs, evaluating programs, long range planning, and establishing program priorities.
Public Relations Committee
This committee is responsible for the web site and newsletters and for ensuring maximum exposure of Phoenix activities and accomplishments through local media resources.
Want to Learn More About Volunteering?
John Furniss serves as the Coordinator of Volunteers. You may contact him through the Phoenix office at (910) 343-8469 or via email at jfurniss@ec.rr.com .
Volunteers are encouraged to visit the Phoenix Office at 20 N. Fourth Street, Suite 100 to view our operations first hand and see if it offers the type of volunteer work that they seek.
