Opportunities From: Volunteer Arlington

Hospital Accompaniment Response Program (HARP) Volunteers respond to local hospitals to support survivors of sexual and domestic violence. HARP Volunteers provide emotional support before and after a specialized medical-forensic exam, as well as crisis intervention, advocacy, and referrals to Doorways other programs. We are seeking individuals who can provide calm and compassionate advocacy on Mondays - Fridays, 6am-6pm. Volunteer schedule is flexible with volunteers on-call for two 12-hour shifts each month. Volunteers must be available to report to INOVA Fairfax Hospital within 30-40 driving minutes of receiving the call (the hospital is not metro accessible). No previous experience in medical settings or working with survivors required. 

Volunteers must first complete 40 hours of training (conducted weekday evenings, in person and via Zoom 1-2x week) and submit background checks. We host training cohorts 3x year (Fall, Winter, Spring).

Please complete our online volunteer application to be invited to our next Volunteer Information Session!

Shelter Coverage/Hotline Volunteers donate at least 8 hours per month (two 4-hour shifts) in our Domestic Violence Safe House. They respond to hotline calls, ensure the smooth operation of the shelter, and assist in meeting the needs of domestic violence survivors and their children residing at the shelter. The shelter is about a ten minute walk from the orange/silver lines. Typical shifts are Saturdays and Sundays 10am-2pm & 2pm-6pm, with weekday daytime (2-6pm) and evening shifts (6-10pm) needed as well. Bilingual (English/Spanish) volunteers especially encouraged to apply!

Volunteers must first complete 40 hours of training (conducted weekday evenings via Zoom or in person, 1-2x per week) and submit background checks. Training cohorts are held three times per year (Fall, Winter, Spring). One year commitment required.

Please complete our online volunteer application to be invited to our next Volunteer Information Session!

Hospital Accompaniment Response Program (HARP) Volunteers respond to local hospitals to support survivors of sexual and domestic violence. HARP Volunteers will provide accompaniment, emotional support, crisis intervention, advocacy, and referrals before and after a Sexual Assault Nurse Exam (S.A.N.E.) and/or a domestic violence forensic exams. Volunteers are on-call for two 12 hour shifts each month, with flexible scheduling across all weekdays, weeknights, weekends, and holidays. Volunteers must be available to report to INOVA Fairfax Hospital within 30-40 driving minutes of receiving the call (the hospital is not metro accessible). We are especially seeking those with availability to be on-call for shifts Monday-Fridays, 6am-6pm.

Volunteers must first complete 40 hours of training (conducted weekday evenings, in person and via Zoom 1-2x week) and submit background checks. Training cohorts are held three times per year (Fall, Winter, Spring). One year commitment required. 

Please complete our online volunteer application to be invited to our next Volunteer Information Session!

Children's Program Volunteers interact with the children in our Domestic Violence Safe House by playing games, helping with homework, and otherwise engaging in healthy and fun activities that help the kids take their mind off their trauma. It also allows caregivers to relax, do chores, or attend support meetings on-site at the shelter. The shelter is located about a 10 minute walk from the orange/silver lines. We ask volunteers to take two shifts per month, typically Monday and Wednesday evenings, 6:45-8:15pm. Bilingual volunteers (English/Spanish) are especially welcome to apply!

Volunteers must complete 40 hours of training (conducted weekday evenings in-person and via Zoom, 1-2x per week) and submit background checks. Training cohorts are held three times per year (Fall, Winter, Spring). One year commitment required.

Please complete our online volunteer application to be invited to our next Volunteer Information Session!