Volunteer

YOU are needed to continue this work!

Volunteering is an opportunity to live your faith and meet other people who share your heart while making a difference in the fight against HIV.

Before learning about volunteer opportunities, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with our services.

Click on the Volunteer Titles for detailed job descriptions.

Positive Move Project Assistant
The perfect opportunity for you or your group to do a one-day 4-hour outreach

Care Provider

Receive training at our HIV Workshop
Work directly with people living with HIV

Office/Mailing Assistant

Telephone and office skills a plus
Help with our bulk mailings

Short Term Missionary

Minister to those orphaned and widowed by AIDS
Stretch yourself through a life-changing experience

Special Event Assistant

Be involved in putting together special events for HIV Care Link

Positive Move Project Supervisor

Use your skills to oversee Work Projects

Care Provider Mentor

Share your experiences as a Care Provider to guide others

Prayer Partner

Receive our prayer updates in your email
Simply email Prayer@hivcarelink.org to start

Detailed Job descriptions below

Positive Move Project Assistant Job Description

Supervisor: Program Director/Coordinator

Responsibilities: To empower and support Participants through one day practical acts of service.

Conduct: While performing this task remember you are an ambassador of Christ. Please refrain from using offensive language and making any derogatory remarks about others. In personal conversations with Participant, other volunteers and/or staff, please avoid any inappropriate sexual connotations. Interact with staff, participants and other volunteers. Be courteous to and encourage staff, participants and other volunteers, sharing your knowledge with them if requested. Always remember that your conduct while serving with HIV Care Link (HIVCL) reflects the attitude, philosophy and values of HIVCL and that its reputation in the community is dependent upon your words and actions.

Qualifications: A desire to serve God and others

Knowledge or willingness to learn about HIV Care Link and of the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS

Application Process: Complete application

Submit:

-Proof of Insurance

-Valid Colorado Driver’s License

Sign Volunteer Contract

Time Commitment: Varies--usually 4 hours

Respond to office Move Project inquiries

Training: Volunteer orientation

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Care Provider Job Description

Supervisor: Program Director/Coordinator

Responsibilities: To engage in a ministry of friendship with Participant, maintaining contact and visiting Participant to provide Participant focused spiritual, emotional, practical, and non-medical support. To empower and support the Participant through prayer, encouragement and advocacy

Conduct: While performing this task, remember you are an ambassador of Christ. Please refrain from using offensive language and making any derogatory remarks about others. In personal conversations with Participant, other volunteers and/or staff, please avoid any inappropriate sexual connotations. Interact with staff, participants and other volunteers. Be courteous to and encourage staff, participants and other volunteers, sharing your knowledge with them if requested. Always remember that your conduct while serving with HIV Care Link (HIVCL) reflects the attitude, philosophy and values of HIVCL and that its reputation in the community is dependent upon your words and actions.

Qualifications: A desire to serve God and others

Knowledge or willingness to learn about HIV Care Link and of the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS

Strong interpersonal skills

Rooted in local church

Be at least 21 years of age

Application Process: Complete Application

Submit:

-Letter of reference

-Proof of Insurance

-Valid Colorado Driver’s License

-Current TB test

Interview with HIV Care Link staff member

Sign Volunteer Contract

Sign Statement of Faith

Time Commitment: Minimum of 6 hrs a month with the Participant

Minimum of 6 months

Fill out and submit monthly volunteer hours form

Quarterly Connection meetings

Training: HIV Workshop

Program mentor

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Office/Mailing Assistant Job Description

Supervisor: Program Director/Coordinator

Responsibilities: To assist with mailings, projects, phone calls and/or provide general clerical support

Qualifications: A desire to serve God and others

Knowledge or willingness to learn about HIV Care Link and of the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS

Ability to maintain relative accuracy in assigned tasks

Application Process: Complete application

Sign Volunteer Contract

Time Commitment: Varies based upon desired service

Periodic day/half-day activity

Training: Volunteer orientation

Training for activity by staff member

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Short Term Missionary (STM) Job Description

Supervisor: Program Director/Coordinator

Responsibilities: To engage in short term, holistic service to those affected by HIV/AIDS overseas, empowering and supporting them through prayer, practical service, and spiritual encouragement

Conduct: While performing this task remember you are an ambassador of Christ. Please refrain from using offensive language and making any derogatory remarks about others. In personal conversations with any Participants, other volunteers and/or staff, please avoid any inappropriate sexual connotations. Interact with staff, participants and other volunteers. Be courteous to and encourage staff, participants and other volunteers, sharing your knowledge with them if requested. Always remember that your conduct while serving with HIV Care Link (HIVCL) reflects the attitude, philosophy and values of HIVCL and that its reputation in the community is dependent upon your words and actions.

Qualifications: A desire to serve God and others

Knowledge or willingness to learn about HIV Care Link and of the global issues surrounding HIV/AIDS

Rooted in local church

Be at least 21 years of age

Willingness to be team player in challenging circumstances

Application Process: Complete STM Application

Submit:

-Letter of reference

-Proof of Insurance

-Valid Colorado Driver’s License

-Current TB test

Interview with HIV Care Link staff member

Sign Volunteer Contract

Sign Statement of Faith

Time Commitment: Attend all training meetings

Prepare self physically (including required vaccinations) and spiritually

Fill out and submit monthly volunteer hours form

Training: HIV Workshop

Team meetings

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Special Event Assistant Job Description

Supervisor: Program Director/Coordinator

Responsibilities: To manage, coordinate, or assist with any special events sponsored by HIV Care Link such as World AIDS Day, Mamma Mia 5K, and the Banquet of Hope

Qualifications: A desire to serve God and others

Knowledge or willingness to learn about HIV Care Link and of the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS

Application Process: Complete application

Sign Volunteer Contract

Time Commitment: Varies according to activity

Training: Volunteer orientation (optional)

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Positive Move Project Supervisor Job Description

Supervisor: Program Director/Coordinator

Responsibilities: To periodically oversee and carry out Move Projects for HIV Care Link. After receiving Move Project information (date, time, place, names of Participant and Volunteers), the supervisor will pick up any necessary supplies (moving truck, tools, etc.), meet Participant, sign in volunteers and oversee project. Submit paperwork to HIV Care Link.

Qualifications: A desire to serve God and others

Knowledge or willingness to learn about HIV Care Link and of the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS

Rooted in local church

Be at least 21 years of age

Strong interpersonal skills

Participated in at least 4 Move Projects

Application Process: Complete Application

Submit:

-Proof of Insurance

-Valid Colorado Driver’s License

Interview with HIV Care Link staff member

Sign Volunteer Contract

Sign Statement of Faith

Time Commitment: Varies according to number of Move Projects

Minimum of 6 months

Respond to Move Project inquiries

Training: HIV Workshop

Training in Move Project policies and procedures

Mentoring by Staff

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Care Provider Mentor Job Description

Supervisor: Program Director/Coordinator

Responsibilities: Mentor Care Providers by maintaining contact and visiting with Care Provider, acting as a resource for any questions, comments, or concerns the Care Provider may have as they work with Participants. Empowering the Care Provider through prayer and encouragement. Facilitating initial meetings with Participant and Care Provider. Act as liaison between Care Provider and Staff.