Get Involved

There are many different volunteer opportunities available: 

Counselor 
These volunteers complete a 24-hr Volunteer Training Seminar, an orientation and then works one-on-one with FCWS clients.  This person can commit to pray for a specific staff member or volunteer.  They are also asked to pray for the current needs of the FCWS highlighted in a monthly prayer letter.  A weekly prayer meeting is held at the center also.

Language Interpreters/translators
Some clients do not speak English well and counselors need assistance with communication.

Helpline Volunteer
At the end of the FCWS work day, a special call-forwarding feature is engaged so that incoming client calls can be routed to and answered from a volunteer’s home.  This special service is the Helpline Ministry and requires the completion of the 24-hr Basic Training Seminar.  The volunteer commits to receive calls on a one shift per week schedule.

Intercessor
A volunteer who is committed to praying for the specific needs of the FCWS and our clients.  This person can commit to pray for a specific staff member or volunteer.  They are also asked to pray for the current needs of the FCWS highlighted in a monthly prayer letter.  A weekly prayer meeting is held at the center also.

Receptionist
We prefer for these volunteers to also complete the 24-hr Volunteer Training Seminar, but may be trained on the job.  This position is responsible for making client appointments, performing simple office duties, and answering and directing all in-coming calls.  A weekly commitment to a 2.5, 3 or 4 hour shift is required.

Church Liaison
This position is for individuals with a willingness to promote FCWS to their church.  This person helps coordinate their church’s involvement in fundraising events, helps in making members aware of FCWS upcoming training/events through the church newsletter and bulletin, and is key contact between the FCWS and their church.

Fundraising/Auxiliary Volunteer
This individual helps to raise money for the ministry of FCWS through various fund raising events/ efforts throughout the year.  These events require short-term time commitments and involve working closely with the Director of Development.

Support Services Volunteer
 This individual works flexible hours washing, folding hanging, organizing, and mending donated maternity and baby clothes and furnishings.

School Liaison
This person increases student and administrator awareness of the FCWS and the help we offer at local schools/universities, facilitating client referrals.

Maintenance/Repair Volunteer
These volunteers are needed to do regular maintenance, such as replacing fluorescent light bulbs and A/C filters, and to help with other repairs as needed.

House Beautifier
House beautifiers clean the FCWS facility once a month per volunteer.

For more information contact the Development Director of First Coast Women's Services at (904)262-6300 or DevDir@fcws.org.