Volunteer Positions

Below are brief descriptions of the various ways in which interested members of the community can become involved in the listed programs.

Our information and referral program manages a number of programs as part of its mission to help homeless people and low-income families obtain health and human services. Volunteers are an essential part of these efforts. Without their time and energy we simply would not be able to maintain the breadth of our services.

  • 211/CHAIN PHONE LINE, 9 am - 8 pm
    Volunteers provide information and referrals by phone to homeless, victims of domestic violence and low-income clients in Alameda County. You will assist each client in their search for low-cost housing, emergency shelter, or information about community resources. Volunteers are trained in assessment techniques and to effectively advocate on the client's behalf. Computer knowledge is necessary. A commitment of six months is required. Monday-Friday. Three hour shift from 9 am -12 noon or 12 noon - 3 pm or 3 pm to 6 pm or 5 pm to 8 pm.

  • AFFORDABLE HOUSING
    Maintain housing database, which is used to help low-income people find affordable housing. Contact landlords and property managers and update computerized listings. Must have basic computer skills. A three month commitment is required. Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5pm.

  • INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
    Assist in publishing the Big Blue Book. Must have excellent editing/writing skills, be detail oriented and be proficient in computer skills (FileMaker Pro or database operations). A commitment of one day per week for 3-6 months is requested.

  • CHURCH PROJECT
    Provide community outreach to local Alameda County churches to inquire as to the services they provide to the community and add them to our current database, as well as solicit to implement hotel/motel vouchers to assist the homeless. Must have excellent computer skills (FileMaker Pro a plus!). Must commit to one day per week for 3 months.

  • AIDS HOUSING AND INFORMATION PROJECT (AHIP)
    Provides information and referrals to health and human services and housing for people living with HIV/AIDS in Alameda County. Familiarity with HIV/AIDS or Medical healthcare terminology a plus. Bilingual in Spanish a plus. Computer skills necessary. Monday-Friday, 10-4. Must commit to 3-6 months.

  • HOMELESS OUTREACH
    Provide direct service to homeless individuals living on the street. Position requires travelling to various locations throughout Alameda County and providing counseling, information and referral and health care services. Must have an MA in counseling or equivalent experience in social services. Computer skills necessary. A commitment of two days per week is required.

  • INTERNET/GRAPHIC DESIGNER
    Help develop and maintain web site and/or design and develop brochures. Must have computer graphic design skills or have knowledge of web site design and Mac computers. Knowledge of CGI scripts especially needed. Hours/days flexible

    CONTACT INFORMATION

    We are open from 8:30 AM until 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Our office is conveniently located one block from the Hayward BART Station, at 570 B Street, Hayward.

    For more information on volunteering, please call (510) 537-2710 or send us an e-mail us at volunteer@edenir.org.


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