Outreach for Overnight Chaperone Volunteers

6370 Atascadero Avenue, Atascadero CA

Description

ECHO Shelter Atascadero is currently looking for Overnight Chaperone Volunteers. Available shift dates will vary. Overnight chaperoning can satisfy court-mandated community service hours - ECHO is a non-profit 501(c). Position Description: Volunteers are needed each night from 5:30pm -7am (13.5 hours) to supervise the facility and work in a supportive role with shelter residents. Half and full shifts are available (5:30pm to 1:30am; 1:30am to 7:00am). Volunteers can start as late as 9:00pm and leave as early as 5:00am if needed (time adjustments must be discussed in advance). Chaperone duties include: Serving dinner, leading children's activities, checking clients in for the evening, and offering general support/assistance as needed. Chaperones take turns sleeping in shifts, with one chaperone awake at all times. Start/end time can be flexible. Must enjoy working in a supportive role with others. Available shift dates will vary. Training: Volunteers will undergo orientation/training during their first shift Volunteer requirements: Must enjoy working in a supportive role with others To sign up or for more information, please contact Haley Ramos at . ECHO (El Camino Homeless Organization) provides shelter for some of the men, women, and children experiencing homelessness in SLO County, 365 nights a year. Please consider volunteering at ECHO Shelter Atascadero as we continue to provide supportive services to those in our county who need it the most!