Yankton Benedictines Residential Volunteer Program for Women
Goal of Program: To provide an opportunity for single women (with no dependants) to volunteer their time and talents in service of God's people within the Monastery and/or through social outreach activities (e.g., homeless shelter, women's shelter, Boys & Girls Club, etc.) while experiencing Benedictine Spirituality within the daily rhythm of prayer and community living at Sacred Heart Monastery.
Placement Type: Long-term (1 year with the opportunity to renew) and short-term (3-months – 1 year) include: Care Center activities; various cleaning jobs; Care Center laundry, Peace Center hospitality; vegetable preparation; social outreach (Boys & Girls Club, Habitat for Humanity, etc.,Nursing; Nurse's Aid; Receptionist; Gardening).
Program Categories
Countries Served: United States
States Served: SD
Living arrangement: In community with other volunteers; In community with religious
Length of service: 1-3 Months; Summer Program; 4-8 Months; 9-12 Months; 1-2 Years; 2+ Years
Financial arrangement: Room and Board; Stipend; Transportation
Age Preference: 21-30; 31-54
Education Preference: High School diploma
Religious Community: Program is affiliated with a women’s religious community
Gender preference: Accepts Women ONLY
Accepts Group Opportunities: No
Accessible Housing: Program has accessible housing/placements for volunteers with physical disabilities