Opportunities From: SafeNest

Volunteer: Shelter Advocate: Front Desk

Volunteers serve as the first point of contact for residents and visitors, assisting with administrative tasks, shelter operations, and support services for survivors. This role is ideal for compassionate, organized individuals committed to making a meaningful impact.


Address is Confidential and will be provided once you are approved to volunteer at our Residential Shelter. 

Program: Programs & Client Services

Volunteers serve as the first point of contact for residents and visitors, assisting with administrative tasks, shelter operations, and support services for survivors. This role is ideal for compassionate, organized individuals committed to making a meaningful impact.


Address is Confidential and will be provided once you are approved to volunteer at our Residential Shelter. 

Program: Programs & Client Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 89107

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Crisis Advocate: Hotline

JOB DESCRIPTION: Represent SafeNest as a member of the crisis advocacy hotline team, providing assistance and support to victims of Domestic Violence. Hotline advocate assists client with shelter screenings and counseling referrals. Volunteers take part in working in a collaborative environment. Volunteers, once fully trained and after completion of their shadowing shift, can work from home.

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE

·         Arriving 15 minutes prior to the shift beginning

·         Provide assistance and support to SafeNest clients as

·         Offer assistance & support to victims of Domestic Violence prior to court hearings

·         Discuss safety planning with victims of Domestic Violence

·         Provide resources to victims of Domestic Violence

·         Data Entry

·         Attend Volunteer meetings as scheduled.

·          Other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS

·         Ability to keep all client information confidential

·         A basic understanding of domestic violence and its dynamics

·         Ability to respect and relate to people from various backgrounds (economic, cultural, educational, religious etc.)

·         Strong listening skills

·         Ability to remain calm and focused in a high-stress environment

·         Ability to multitask effectively as needed

·         Must be proficient in speaking, reading & writing English

·         Ability to be prompt, responsible, dependable, organized, and professional

·         Ability to work well with others

·         Ability to communicate concerns as well as receive constructive feedback

·         Access to a personal phone with internet connectivity.


TIME COMMITMENT

·         Designated 4-hour shift

·         3 Shifts per month

SCREENING

Volunteers are expected to complete a screening process, which may include the following:

·         Completion of  SafeNest Volunteer application

·         In-person/Telephonic interview with the SafeNest Volunteer Services Director

·         Passing of the required background check

TRAINING

Volunteers are expected to complete the following prerequisites:

·         Completion of SafeNest’s Domestic Violence Training (approximately 20 hours)

·         Completion of Volunteer Training with Program Supervisor

·         Completion of a minimum of 6 Shadow Training sessions with an established SafeNest Staff

Program: Programs & Client Services

JOB DESCRIPTION: Represent SafeNest as a member of the crisis advocacy hotline team, providing assistance and support to victims of Domestic Violence. Hotline advocate assists client with shelter screenings and counseling referrals. Volunteers take part in working in a collaborative environment. Volunteers, once fully trained and after completion of their shadowing shift, can work from home.

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE

·         Arriving 15 minutes prior to the shift beginning

·         Provide assistance and support to SafeNest clients as

·         Offer assistance & support to victims of Domestic Violence prior to court hearings

·         Discuss safety planning with victims of Domestic Violence

·         Provide resources to victims of Domestic Violence

·         Data Entry

·         Attend Volunteer meetings as scheduled.

·          Other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS

·         Ability to keep all client information confidential

·         A basic understanding of domestic violence and its dynamics

·         Ability to respect and relate to people from various backgrounds (economic, cultural, educational, religious etc.)

·         Strong listening skills

·         Ability to remain calm and focused in a high-stress environment

·         Ability to multitask effectively as needed

·         Must be proficient in speaking, reading & writing English

·         Ability to be prompt, responsible, dependable, organized, and professional

·         Ability to work well with others

·         Ability to communicate concerns as well as receive constructive feedback

·         Access to a personal phone with internet connectivity.


TIME COMMITMENT

·         Designated 4-hour shift

·         3 Shifts per month

SCREENING

Volunteers are expected to complete a screening process, which may include the following:

·         Completion of  SafeNest Volunteer application

·         In-person/Telephonic interview with the SafeNest Volunteer Services Director

·         Passing of the required background check

TRAINING

Volunteers are expected to complete the following prerequisites:

·         Completion of SafeNest’s Domestic Violence Training (approximately 20 hours)

·         Completion of Volunteer Training with Program Supervisor

·         Completion of a minimum of 6 Shadow Training sessions with an established SafeNest Staff

Program: Programs & Client Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 89107

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Crisis Advocate: Hotline Training

JOB DESCRIPTION: Represent SafeNest as a member of the crisis advocacy hotline team, providing assistance and support to victims of Domestic Violence. Hotline advocate assists client with shelter screenings and counseling referrals. Volunteers take part in working in a collaborative environment. Volunteers, once fully trained and after completion of their shadowing shift, can work from home.

TRAINING

Volunteers are expected to complete the following prerequisites:

·        Completion of a minimum of 6 Shadow Training sessions

Program: Programs & Client Services

JOB DESCRIPTION: Represent SafeNest as a member of the crisis advocacy hotline team, providing assistance and support to victims of Domestic Violence. Hotline advocate assists client with shelter screenings and counseling referrals. Volunteers take part in working in a collaborative environment. Volunteers, once fully trained and after completion of their shadowing shift, can work from home.

TRAINING

Volunteers are expected to complete the following prerequisites:

·        Completion of a minimum of 6 Shadow Training sessions

Program: Programs & Client Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 89107

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Shelter Advocate: Front Desk Training

Volunteers serve as the first point of contact for residents and visitors, assisting with administrative tasks, shelter operations, and support services for survivors. This role is ideal for compassionate, organized individuals committed to making a meaningful impact.


Address is Confidential and will be provided once you are approved to volunteer at our Residential Shelter. 

Program: Programs & Client Services

Volunteers serve as the first point of contact for residents and visitors, assisting with administrative tasks, shelter operations, and support services for survivors. This role is ideal for compassionate, organized individuals committed to making a meaningful impact.


Address is Confidential and will be provided once you are approved to volunteer at our Residential Shelter. 

Program: Programs & Client Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 89107

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Administrative: Front Desk

The Admin Front Desk Volunteer supports front desk operations by assisting with referral processing, scoring DVI questionnaires, maintaining client records, and providing basic assistance to walk-in clients. This role is essential in ensuring accurate documentation and a welcoming front desk environment.


Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Check in regularly with front desk staff regarding received referrals and DVI questionnaires Contact referrals and add clients to the counseling assessment waiting list Score DVI questionnaires and enter data into the New Org system Scan client ledgers and save documents to the appropriate front desk files Greet walk-in clients and assist with basic questions while they wait for front desk staff Perform other duties as assigned to support front desk operations

Qualifications

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all client information Basic understanding of clerical work and data entry Working knowledge of Windows and Adobe software Ability to multitask effectively in a busy environment Dependable, responsible, organized, and professional demeanor

Time Commitment

One designated 4-hour shift, two to three times per week Available shifts: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Screening Requirements

All volunteers are required to complete a screening process, which may include:

Completion of the SafeNest Volunteer Application In-person or telephonic interview with the SafeNest Volunteer Services Director Successful completion of a required background check

Training Requirements

Admin Front Desk Volunteers must complete the following training prior to independent service:

A minimum of two shadow training sessions with the Front Desk Manager Completion of SafeNest data entry system training with the IT Department HIPPA training

Program: Professional Service & In-Office Support

The Admin Front Desk Volunteer supports front desk operations by assisting with referral processing, scoring DVI questionnaires, maintaining client records, and providing basic assistance to walk-in clients. This role is essential in ensuring accurate documentation and a welcoming front desk environment.


Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Check in regularly with front desk staff regarding received referrals and DVI questionnaires Contact referrals and add clients to the counseling assessment waiting list Score DVI questionnaires and enter data into the New Org system Scan client ledgers and save documents to the appropriate front desk files Greet walk-in clients and assist with basic questions while they wait for front desk staff Perform other duties as assigned to support front desk operations

Qualifications

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all client information Basic understanding of clerical work and data entry Working knowledge of Windows and Adobe software Ability to multitask effectively in a busy environment Dependable, responsible, organized, and professional demeanor

Time Commitment

One designated 4-hour shift, two to three times per week Available shifts: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Screening Requirements

All volunteers are required to complete a screening process, which may include:

Completion of the SafeNest Volunteer Application In-person or telephonic interview with the SafeNest Volunteer Services Director Successful completion of a required background check

Training Requirements

Admin Front Desk Volunteers must complete the following training prior to independent service:

A minimum of two shadow training sessions with the Front Desk Manager Completion of SafeNest data entry system training with the IT Department HIPPA training

Program: Professional Service & In-Office Support

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 89107

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: TPO Court Advocate

Legal Advocates assist with a variety of task. As a Court Advocate, you will attend legal proceedings at Las Vegas Family & Criminal Court to provide support and SafeNest resources, informing survivors about the process, helping survivors understand the outcome of their hearings, and providing assistance with planning next steps to our clients.

Program: Programs & Client Services

Legal Advocates assist with a variety of task. As a Court Advocate, you will attend legal proceedings at Las Vegas Family & Criminal Court to provide support and SafeNest resources, informing survivors about the process, helping survivors understand the outcome of their hearings, and providing assistance with planning next steps to our clients.

Program: Programs & Client Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 89101

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: TPO Court Advocate - Training

Legal Advocates assist with a variety of task. As a Court Advocate, you will attend legal proceedings at Las Vegas Family & Criminal Court to provide support and SafeNest resources, informing survivors about the process, helping survivors understand the outcome of their hearings, and providing assistance with planning next steps to our clients.

Program: Programs & Client Services

Legal Advocates assist with a variety of task. As a Court Advocate, you will attend legal proceedings at Las Vegas Family & Criminal Court to provide support and SafeNest resources, informing survivors about the process, helping survivors understand the outcome of their hearings, and providing assistance with planning next steps to our clients.

Program: Programs & Client Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 89101

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Training: Part I & II - July Cohort

Welcome! You are one step closer to becoming a SafeNest Volunteer.

Our two day weekend training will happen July 25-26 9am-3pm both days. 

Program: Community Events, Education & Prevention Programs

Welcome! You are one step closer to becoming a SafeNest Volunteer.

Our two day weekend training will happen July 25-26 9am-3pm both days. 

Program: Community Events, Education & Prevention Programs

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Jul 25, 2026 through Jul 26, 2026

Zip Code: 89107

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Crisis Advocacy: Intern Onboarding

Welcome to SafeNest & thank you for taking the time to onboard with us to develop your knowledge on domestic violence. This training involves in-person training and shadowing

Program: Programs & Client Services

Welcome to SafeNest & thank you for taking the time to onboard with us to develop your knowledge on domestic violence. This training involves in-person training and shadowing

Program: Programs & Client Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 27, 2026

Zip Code: 89107

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Training: Part I & II - September Cohort

Welcome! You are one step closer to becoming a SafeNest Volunteer.

Our two-day, weekend volunteer trainings are held on a quarterly basis and are a mandatory part of the volunteer process.

Program: Community Events, Education & Prevention Programs

Welcome! You are one step closer to becoming a SafeNest Volunteer.

Our two-day, weekend volunteer trainings are held on a quarterly basis and are a mandatory part of the volunteer process.

Program: Community Events, Education & Prevention Programs

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Sep 19, 2026 through Sep 20, 2026

Zip Code: 89107

Allow Groups: No