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High Involvement Volunteers & Wheeler 101
High Involvement Volunteers are dedicated Christians who desire to dig-in and have personal influence with those staying at Wheeler Mission. Below are ways individuals, families, and groups can directly serve our guests and residents.
If you have any questions, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@wmm.org.
WHEELER 101
If you are an individual or family/group and are interested in volunteering in a more hands-on way with guests and residents, come to Wheeler 101! We desire to reach more guests/residents effectively while also having a meaningful experience for volunteers. Wheeler 101 is geared towards prospective volunteers interested in serving our guests in a more hands-on fashion. A 101 will discuss Wheeler's history, values, what homelessness and addiction are, boundaries, volunteer opportunities, steps to get involved, etc.
For more information and to register for this event, please select the link below. Once you submit your registration, Wheelers Volunteer Coordinator will contact you within 3-5 business days with additional information!
Wheeler 101 Registration Form
INDIVIDUAL HIGH INVOLVEMENT VOLUNTEERS
Individual High Involvement Volunteers are dedicated Christians who are called to have consistent, hands-on interaction with the homeless and those in need. After reading over current volunteer opportunities below, the next step is to attend Wheeler 101. Please select the "Wheeler 101 Registration Form" (see above) to sign-up for this event where you will learn more about who we are, who we serve, and next steps to volunteer!
NOTE: All Individual High Involvement volunteer opportunities will require attending a Wheeler 101.
Current Individual Volunteer Opportunities
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Wheeler's Center for Women & Children is a state-certified child care provider! Women living at the Center for Women & Children, and have young children, have the opportunity for their children to learn while they are there. This allows mom to attend classes in our Education Center or go out and look for gainful employment to provide for her family. The children attend age-appropriate educational programs that include preschool preparation, social behavior lessons, motor skill development, crafts and introduction to Biblical themes. Volunteers help teach, nurture, and prepare lessons with our Children's Ministry staff. Timeframe: Throughout the day, Monday - Friday. (Female volunteers only unless men are accompanied by a female.)
EVENING CHILD CARE/ACTIVITY TIME
During the school year, the children staying at the Center for Women & Children that are of school-age get tutored several days of the week. At the same timeframes, many of the moms and ladies in our programs attend Bible studies, tutoring sessions and other programs. This leaves time for the younger children (pre-school and younger) to get loved on. Timeframe: Monday and Wednesday evenings. (Female volunteers only unless men are accompanied by a female.)
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
Guests staying at the Center for Women & Children are given a tremendous resource called the Education Center. The Education Center is utilized for GED study, general academic review, computer classes, job skills training and career development. Tutors, job and computer skills assistants are needed in a variety of areas. Timeframe: Throughout the day, Monday - Friday. (Training is provided - female volunteers only.)
GUEST SERVICES CENTER ASSISTANT
Are you retired or have some spare time and you would like to do something rewarding? At Wheeler's Shelter for Men and Men's Residential Center, we have a need for assistants in the Guest Services Center. The various tasks involved will include answering the phone, dispensing items to the men, help carry in donated items, write receipts for donated goods or similar tasks as needed. Throughout the day, Monday - Saturday. (Male volunteers only.)
MENTORING
Sometimes, we just need a listening ear and someone to invest in us. Be someone who can listen, encourage, speak Truth, and get to know the men staying at Wheeler's Shelter for Men. This is a more laid back position that will allow you to spend time talking to and getting to know our guests and residents. Timeframe: Throughout the day, Monday - Saturday. (Male volunteers only.)
TEACH BIBLE STUDY OR LEAD A CHAPEL SERVICE
Wheeler's vision is to see every man, woman, and child we serve equipped to be productive citizens who enjoy lasting success in Christ. Be a part of changing lives at Wheeler by leading a Bible study, Chapel service, praise & worship, or teaching an elective class. Timeframe: Throughout the day, Monday - Saturday.
fAMILY & gROUP High Involvement Volunteers
Family & Group High Involvement Volunteers are those who wish to have hands-on volunteer opportunities with our guests, both one-time and on a regular basis. After reading over current volunteer opportunities below and are led to volunteer, please fill out the Family & Group Volunteer Application (see link below) and submit it to our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@wmm.org.
Note: Family/Group High Involvement volunteer opportunities listed on this page do not require attending Wheeler 101, but it is highly recommended so that those volunteering are familiar with who we are and who we are serving!
Group & Family Volunteer Application
Current Group & Family Volunteer Opportunities
RECREATION NIGHT
Recreation Night takes place on Friday and Saturday evenings and all guests and residents of the host Center are invited. Depending on the location, activities can range from board games to crafts to movie nights to bingo to themed evenings' and we welcome new ideas! It is the responsibility of the volunteer(s) to plan and supply items. This is a wonderful time of fellowship, fun and service that guests can look forward to!
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Wheeler's Center for Women & Children is a state-certified child care provider! Women living at the Center for Women & Children, and have young children, have the opportunity for their children to learn while they are there. This allows mom to attend classes in our Education Center or go out and look for gainful employment to provide for her family. The children attend age-appropriate educational programs that include preschool preparation, social behavior lessons, motor skill development, crafts and introduction to Biblical themes. Volunteers help teach, nurture, and prepare lessons with our Children's Ministry staff. Timeframe: Throughout the day, Monday - Friday. (Female volunteers only unless men are accompanied by a female.)
EVENING CHILD CARE/ACTIVITY TIME
During the school year, the children staying at the Center for Women & Children that are of school-age get tutored several days of the week. At the same timeframes, many of the moms and ladies in our programs attend Bible studies, tutoring sessions and other programs. This leaves time for the younger children (pre-school and younger) to get loved on. Timeframe: Monday and Wednesday evenings. (Female volunteers only unless men are accompanied by a female.)
LEAD A CHAPEL SERVICE OR PRAISE & WORSHIP
Wheeler's vision is to see every man, woman, and child we serve equipped to be productive citizens who enjoy lasting success in Christ. Be a part of changing lives at Wheeler by leading a Bible study, Chapel service, praise & worship, or teaching an elective class. Timeframe: Throughout the day, Monday - Saturday.
