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Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia

Assisting older adults with aging in place

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Become a Volunteer with Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer with Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia! Our volunteers play a vital role in helping older adults age in place through services, companionship, and community support.

How to Apply

There are two easy ways to apply:

  1. Complete the online volunteer application using the form below
  2. Download and complete the Volunteer Application & Agreement here, then return it by:

Volunteer Eligibility Requirements:

  • Individuals serving as Office or Friendly Connections volunteers (Friendly Caller, Friendly Visitor, or Handy Helper) are at least 21 years old and able to pass a background check paid for by SCNOVA.
  • Volunteer drivers are at least 25 years old and able to pass a background check that includes a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) paid for by SCNOVA.
  • All applications are fully completed prior to continuing with onboarding.

 

Additional Driver Requirements & Safety Notice

To ensure the safety of our volunteers and participants, volunteer drivers will meet all licensing, insurance, background check, and driving record requirements.

The Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia reserves the right to limit or modify volunteer driving duties based on safety considerations.

Online Volunteer Application

Part I: Personal Information

Address(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
Are you retired(Required)
Are you a Veteran(Required)
Volunteer Opportunities: check all that apply(Required)

TRAINING IS PROVIDED FOR ALL VOLUNTEER POSITIONS.

DRIVER INFORMATION FOR VOLUNTEER DRIVERS ONLY:

Do you have a valid driver’s license?
Expiration
Expiration

PART II: Agreement

As a Volunteer with Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia (SCNOVA), I understand that I will be working directly with seniors, some of whom are the most vulnerable members of our community. I understand that my compliance with the requirements set out below is an essential part of my volunteer service.

  1. SCNOVA does not discriminate against its clients, volunteers, or staff for any reason – including age, race, religion, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, financial or marital status.
  2. I will inform the Volunteer Manager of any existing condition or injury that may affect my ability to perform all volunteer tasks safely.
  3. I understand that I may become aware of personal information and that such information about clients, either from SCNOVA staff or from the clients themselves, is strictly confidential.
  4. SCNOVA encourages open communication between volunteers and staff members
  5. I hereby grant SCNOVA my permission to use my name and any photographs that may be taken of me pursuant to my volunteer duties.
  6. For drivers providing transportation for SCNOVA clients and or volunteers providing basic repairs/ improvements at clients’ homes, the following requirements apply: a. I understand that I must carry my own automobile insurance and that I will not hold SCNOVA financially responsible for any injuries, accidents or other problems that may occur to me or to any client or third party while I am driving as an SCNOVA volunteer. I will promptly report any incident to the Volunteer Manager. b. I understand that if I become aware of any incident of change in a client’s circumstances or an apparent downturn in their health or living conditions, I should promptly report my concerns to the Volunteer Manager. c. I understand that if my ability to drive others safely becomes compromised by health issues, or for any reason, I can no longer legally operate a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth of Virginia; I must report such issues to the attention of SCNOVA, which reserves the right to place me in “Inactive Driver” status – temporarily or permanently.
  7. The requirements listed above are not all-inclusive, and SCNOVA reserves the right to modify and/or update them, without prior notice.
Acknowledge(Required)
Clear Signature
Date(Required)

Please call the Volunteer Manager at (703) 281-0538 or email volunteermanager@scnova.org with any questions.

The Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia is a volunteer-based, non-denominational, non-profit organization dedicated to providing critical life-enriching services to mature adults in the community since 1998. Through the help of a small staff and volunteer-led programs, SCNOVA helps create meaningful opportunities for service, lifelong learning, social connection, individual well-being, and independent living for older adults. We advance opportunities that reduce social isolation and encourage individuals to take on new challenges, learn new skills, make new friends, and serve others.

Volunteer Manager
SCNOVA
111 Church St. NW, Suite 202
Vienna, VA 22180

Thank you for making our community more inclusive, more connected and showing that everyone matters.

What Happens Next

After receiving your application, the Volunteer Manager will contact you to schedule a brief introductory call. During this call, we’ll get to know each other better, share more about SCNOVA’s programs and volunteer roles, and review next steps in the onboarding process.

Questions / Contact

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact our office at (703) 281-0538 or email volunteermanager@scnova.org. We’re glad you want to volunteer!