Volunteer Opportunities

There are a variety of ways to get involved with Catholic Charities as an active volunteer throughout our areas of service.

These opportunities will be updated frequently. Please continue to check for new ways to get involved.

An important position has just opened up!

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR ASSISTANT

Description:  Assist the Volunteer Coordinator in placing incoming volunteers. Answer emails and phone calls from prospective volunteers and help manage databases. This is a good position for someone who likes to work independently and enjoys working in an office setting.

Purpose:  By assisting the volunteer program staff, you will make it possible for incoming volunteers to have a rewarding service experience and for more Catholic Charities clients to experience the benefits that volunteers bring to our organization and services. 

Where:  Manhattan

When:  Two days per week (Monday - Friday), 3-4 hours shifts between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm

Duration of Commitment:  3 months – 6 months

Type of Volunteers:  individuals

Skills Needed:  Computer skills are essential (Microsoft Office). Good communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and follow-up.

Orientation/Training:  A brief orientation and training program will be held prior to starting.

To inquire about this and other volunteer opportunities register for an upcoming Information Session or contact Kathleen McGowan at 646-794-2439.

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OPPORTUNITIES BY SERVICE AREA:

 Protecting and Nuturing Children and Youth

After School Assistants
Child Activity Support
Group Activities Assistant

Catholic Youth Organization (CYO)

CYO Coaches and Referees
CYO Game Timers/Scorers
CYO After School Counselors
CYO Summer Camp Counselors

Feeding the Hungry and Sheltering the Homeless

Assistant for Overnight Haven
Midnight Run
Thrift Store Shopping Assistant
Thrift Store Merchandise Assistant
Thrift Store Donation Pick-up Assistants
Thrift Store Business Donation Coordinator
Thrift Store Maintenance and Repair

Strengthening Families and Resolving Crises

ESL Teacher

Welcome and Integrate Immigrants and Refugees

Please check back for future opportunities in this service area.

Volunteer Opportunities for Groups

Group Project for Colleges, Alumni Chapters, Corporations and others

Other Volunteer Opportunities

Administrative Office Support
Administrative Assistant
Assistant to Program Administrator
Furniture, Clothing, Appliance Donation Coordinator
Grant Writer
Receptionist / Office Assistant
Volunteer Coordinator Assistant
Volunteer Specialist

For more information relating to any of the above opportunities, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator:

Kathleen McGowan
1011 First Avenue, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10022

646-794-2439 or kathleen.mcgowan@archny.org

We look forward to working with you as a volunteer in support of our mission at Catholic Charities!