Opportunities From: United Way of East Central Iowa

Treasures is a quality second hand resale shop open to the public, not just for Bridgehaven clients.  Shopping at Treasures directly supports Bridgehaven Pregnancy Support Center. We accept donations of clothes, accessories, some furniture, and household items. We have a generous community and the influx of items is a steady stream that sometimes rises to a gush.  Our volunteer cashiers greet customers, keep the sales floor organized, and ring up sales on the Square. Volunteer sorters clean, sort, hang, and price the items that are donated. 

This volunteer position might be the right fit for you if...

* You see a pile of items and are energized at the thought of getting to the bottom of it.
* For you, everything has a place....and it it satisfying to see it there.
* You like keeping busy and taking initiative in tackling projects.
* You like the challenge of creating order out of chaos.
* You are comfortable standing for periods of time and working with your hands.

In this position, you will:

* Maintain order and organization in your area of the back sorting room
* Keep active and moving.
* Make new friends that you will get to see as often as you volunteer.
* Become knowledgeable about different products as to what sells and does not sell.
* Support the compassionate services offered by Bridgehaven before, during and after pregnancy.

Visit www.treasurescr.com or call Christine Novak at 319-364-1988 to learn more

Ministry volunteers must be able to agree to our mission.

Bridgehaven clients may attend class through the Earn While You Learn Program, which gives parents the privilege to receive weekly material assistance. Client support clerks assist parents attending class at Bridgehaven by bagging their food, clothing, diapers, and formula. They ensure our clients feel welcome and respected and are there to explain policies and procedures of the client support area.

Visit www.bridgehavencr.org or call Dawn Hunter or at 319-364-8967 to learn more.

Volunteers must complete ministry application, have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, demonstrate the ability to help clients focus on issues and evaluate resources, possess the maturity to maintain client confidentiality, excellent listening and communication skills, solid commitment to a Christ-like view of human life and sexuality and strong motivation to serve others in distress in a loving, caring, and non-judgmental manner.

Bridgehaven offers a variety of weekly classes covering pregnancy, parenting, Bible study, and life skills (sewing, budgeting, and healthy eating). Volunteer instructors/facilitators are needed to facilitate these classes. If you have a passion to teach and empower others to reach their full potential, our Earn While You Learn program is the place for you. Curriculum provided for most classes. 

Visit www.bridgehavencr.org or call Dawn Hunter at 319-364-8967 to learn more. Volunteers must complete ministry application, have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, the maturity to maintain client confidentiality, excellent listening and communication skills, solid commitment to a Christ-like view of human life and sexuality and strong motivation to serve others in distress in a loving, caring, and non-judgmental manner.

Client Advocates help to process the results of pregnancy test and support all clients who are facing pregnancy, especially unintended or difficult pregnancies.  Advocates offer free pregnancy tests, medically accurate information, options discussion, informative literature and community referrals in a loving, non-judgmental environment. Advocates listen as clients sort through fears and pressures and identify strengths and sources of support. For positive tests, advocates can refer clients to our Nurse Manager for a free ultrasound to confirm pregnancy.

Visit www.bridgehavencr.org or call Haley Brimmer at 319-364-8967 for more information. Volunteers must complete ministry application, have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, demonstrate the ability to help client focus on issues and evaluate resources, possess the maturity to maintain client confidentiality, excellent listening and communication skills, solid commitment to a Christ-like view of human life and sexuality and strong motivation to serve others in distress in a loving, caring, and non-judgmental manner. Completion of "Compassion, Hope & Help" Client Advocacy Training required.