Volunteer Application

Thank You so Much for Your Support!

Please allow about 15 minutes to fill out this form completely. 

If you’d prefer to fill out a paper application and mail/fax/scan/deliver it to us, download a PDF by clicking here.

Our Volunteer Team is absolutely essential to the life of our programs. They are the backbone of our success!

Volunteers at HCWC assist clients with crisis intervention on the phone or in person, provide childcare for clients, help staff with administrative tasks, and assist with fundraising and community events. Volunteers play an invaluable role in educating the community about our mission and services.

The people we serve are vulnerable and their safety is of paramount importance. To address this issue, HCWC screens employees and volunteers by conducting criminal background checks and reference checks. Information obtained is confidential as provided by law and will be used and retained only as authorized by law.

Below is an outline of how the process works, so you’ll know what to expect:

  • Complete your application and submit it to HCWC. Your application will be reviewed and an interview or invitation to Volunteer Orientation extended, if appropriate. Meeting with the Volunteer Coordinator or attending Volunteer Orientation is a good time to see if your volunteer needs and expectations match up with our agency’s needs.
  • HCWC will evaluate your application, interview, references, criminal background check, and our agency needs to determine if volunteer placement is appropriate.
  • After the interview, direct-service volunteer candidates will receive a link via email to collect two references. These must be returned before you volunteer.
  • All Volunteers who work directly with clients must attend Advocate Training.
  • Advocate Training is scheduled three times each year. Please submit your application several weeks prior to the start dates listed on the website.

If you would like more information about volunteering, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator using the form on our website or by calling (512) 396-3404, Monday – Friday from 9 am – 5 pm.

P.S. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in the struggle to end interpersonal violence.

Thanks!