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At WTLC, we are always looking for talented individuals who are committed to ending the cycle of violence. Each day, we work together to meet the needs of survivors, prevent future violence through education and advocacy, and end the cycle of violence!
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Employment Opportunities
WTLC has exciting employment opportunities for individuals who are looking to work in a fast-paced, high-energy and passionate environment. If you are interested in applying, please send your cover letter, and resume to careers@wtlc.org.
Prevention Advocate Job Description
Under the direction of the Director of Advancement and Communication, the Prevention Advocate is responsible for the assessment, planning, facilitating, coordinating, and implementing of WTLC’s prevention program addressing toxic masculinity. This program will serve communities at or below the poverty line and provide programming based off of A Call to Men for coaches and Family Resource Centers, as well as bystander programming for youth.
WTLC Transitional Housing Advocate Job Description
Under the direction of the Associate Director of Housing, the Transitional Housing Advocate position is responsible for the assessment, planning, facilitating, coordinating care, and advocating for services and resources to meet the needs of individuals and families affected by domestic violence and human trafficking. Utilizing a strength-based, survivor-driven, and trauma-informed care approach, the Advocate will support participants to obtain the resources they need to minimize the risk of future abuse.
Housing Program Supervisor Job Description
Under the direction of the Associate Director of Housing Services, the Program Supervisor provides supervision and guidance to Housing Advocates and is responsible for the overall development and coordination of trauma-informed approach to programs and services offered for the benefit of residents which include youth and adults who are in our Housing Program.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are an integral part of supporting survivors and assisting to end violence and exploitation as we honor, empower, and restart lives of individuals and families. For information on volunteering, please contact us at info@wtlc.org or 714-992-1939×100
Administrative and Facility Volunteer
4 hour shift, once per week
Answer and direct all phone calls; Accept and process in-kind donations; Complete projects assigned by professional staff;Facilities maintenance projects
Is responsible for connecting community residents with WTLC’s services as well as networking with schools, businesses, faith-based communities, and service providers to provide trainings and presentations. Our program asks for a commitment of five hours per week to answer hotline calls and document those calls. Required to attend the 40 Hour Hotline Training Program.
Children’s Program Volunteer
Weekly shifts supporting the child development activities and teen programs of WTLC. Required to attend the 40 Hour Hotline Training Program. Training is offered in March and August. Click here for training dates and registration information.
Community Ambassador
WTLC is looking for individuals in the community who are dedicated to ending the cycle of violence and exploitation. Become a Community Ambassador to help WTLC maximize our reach and increase awareness in our community. Get involved by attending community resource fairs and other outreach events as a WTLC representative and help promote WTLC programs within your community network and on social media. WTLC will provide you with a 2.5 hour training that gives you the tools and knowledge to be a successful Community Ambassador.If you are interested in becoming a WTLC Community Ambassador, please email info@wtlc.org for more information.
Internships
Undergraduate Internships: Students volunteer in the emergency shelter to support the 24 hour hotline, case management team, and the organization by developing skills in working with clients and administration. Opportunities are also available to work with the community education and advocacy programs providing support at local trainings, community events, and in a variety of other settings. Within the children’s program, students support child development activities, behavior modification, and general children and youth services.
Graduate Internships: WTLC works with local universities to provide interns and trainees the opportunity to learn on the job. Typically these are Masters of Social Work, Psychology, Human Services students. Ask your school administration if we are partners. Students provide individual, family and group counseling services.
Interns are required to attend the 40 Hour Hotline Training Program. Training is offered in March and August. Click here for training dates and registration information.
Board Membership Opportunities
To learn more about board of directors opportunities, contact our Chief Executive Officer, Mark Lee, at 714-992-1939 x 105 or MLee@wtlc.org.
Pro Bono Legal Services
WTLC’s Legal Advocacy program greatly benefits from the pro bono services provided by attorneys. WTLC will provide introductory trainings for attorneys interested in volunteering, but are not familiar with domestic violence. Please contact our Chief Executive Officer, Mark Lee, at 714-992-1939 x 105 or MLee@wtlc.org.
Special Events and Community Events
WTLC hosts an annual fundraiser and is always looking for volunteers to support those events by working with the task forces to assist. The Community Education and Advocacy team attends several street fairs, health fairs, community events for tabling and volunteers are able to support those events along with staff members. Event times and locations vary but are often on the weekends.
Become a volunteer:
- All volunteers must be 18
- Complete volunteer application
- All volunteers will need to complete an interview, background check, and TB Test
- All direct services volunteers must complete the 40 hour domestic violence certification training.