Basics:​​

These basics apply for facilitating in-person:

• Co-facilitate groups of children/teens at a local organization with Erin's House staff for three (3) hours on a designated day.

  • Organizations Identity Program serves: Euell A. Wilson Center, Jennings Center, Renaissance Pointe YMCA, Weisser Park Youth Center, and more​

• Commit to at least one (1) year of volunteering

• Lead activities from crafts and games to journaling and conversation

• 9-hour training provided before starting and 3 hours done independently (12 hours total)

• Once training is complete, facilitators are able to volunteer on-site at Erin's House programs, camps, and other fun opportunities!​

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 Qualifications:

​These qualifications apply for facilitating in-person:

• Must be at least 16 years old

• Afternoon and/or evening availability during the week

• Must be team oriented and passionate about children's grief

• Be able to demonstrate patience, empathy, and strong emotional intelligence

• Be willing to travel to local organizations

• Agree to criminal background check prior to assuming duties

• Be able to work in a confidential environment
   

Time Commitment:​​

• 12-hours of training

• Three (3) hours on a designated day co-facilitating with Erin's House staff. Sessions lengths vary and are between 6 to 10 weeks.​

  • Example: Facilitating every other Monday for 8 weeks, 3:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M.

• Ready to commit to at least one (1) year of volunteering​