Volunteer

Family Resource Center Volunteer Opportunities

• Family Health Advocate:

  • Qualifications:

    • Parent/Caregiver of an Oakland, San Leandro or Hayward student
    • Reliable transportation
    • Clear fingerprint and TB (tuberculosis) requirements
    • Makes 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:

  • Qualifications:

    • Ability to work with others and independently
    • Proficient with basic computer skills - Word, Excel, GSuite
    • Reliable transportation
    • Clear fingerprint and TB (tuberculosis) requirements
    • Makes 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
    • Aid in 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:

  • 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
    • Reliable transportation
    • Clear fingerprint and TB (tuberculosis) requirements
    • Makes 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