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Volunteer Benefits

ROOM, BOARD & STIPEND

 

Residential volunteers receive a private room at Oak Lodge, all meals and a monthly stipend 

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Gym and pool membership

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Car access 

SCHEDULE & COMMITMENT

 

Commitment: 6–12 months (12 months preferred)

 

Typical weekly schedule: ~30 hours/week

 

Shifts: a mix of mornings and evenings with rotating coverage

 

Time off: 3 days off per week plus daily downtime

 

Vacation: 6 weeks per year (prorated based on length of commitment)

TRAINING & SUPPORT

 

You’ll receive supervision, mentoring, and structured training.

 

Training typically includes:​

 

  • CPR / First Aid

  • Positive Behavior Supports (PBS)

  • Human Rights

  • Communication supports

  • Autism training

  • De-escalation strategies

  • Fire and Water Safety

  • …and additional training tailored to Oak Lodge.

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