Mission & Culture:
Good Shepherd Services (GSS) operates 100 programs, which help over 30,000 youth and family members in struggling neighborhoods throughout New York City. All GSS programs are united by a common goal—to create opportunities that help our participants succeed at school, at home, and in their community. The newly formed Mission & Culture Department, Anti-Racism & Equity Branch addresses that goal through the specific lens of creating equity and justice.
GSV Role
The Good Shepherd Volunteer for the Mission and Culture Department will be responsible for supporting the Assistant Director of Mission and Culture in animating and embedding Good Shepherd Services’ mission, vision, values, and culture throughout the organization with a commitment to social and racial justice as well as equity. The GSV in this placement assists with the administrative needs of the department, such as drafting documents, scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and coordinating special events that align with the mission, vision, and culture of Good Shepherd Services. They will also have the opportunity to attend key meetings and work alongside other team members.
Start your career in social justice with us!
Real-life Experiences
Working side-by-side with experienced social workers, counselors, and educators, you’ll find yourself learning and growing every day through real-life experiences.
Define your interests and gain skills that set you on a path to a rewarding career.
Supportive Community
Each volunteer is backed by a community composed of:
– Fellow volunteers, who create a close-knit bond built through shared experiences
– Accessible staff, who support the volunteers’ professional and personal growth throughout the year
– GSV alumni and supporters, who stay involved with the program in various ways
Training & Development
Challenge yourself within a safe and supportive environment.
Begin with a week-long orientation to meet your cohort, gain a deeper understanding of the mission and tenets that will serve as the foundation for your experience, and transition into community life. Development continues across four weekend retreats throughout the year.
In day-to-day work, each placement site offers professional supervision and training to support you in your role.
Additionally, you’ll gain access to varied opportunities, such as training on trauma-informed practice, substitute teaching certification, the United Nations Commission on the status of women, and many more.
Personal Growth
Get to know yourself and understand your impact on those around you. You will emerge from this challenging journey a better roommate, friend, family member, partner, and employee.
Good Shepherd Volunteers www.gsvolunteers.org
(917) 832-7870
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $400.00 per month, housing and insurance