Short Term Volunteer Opportunities - Three Months of Service in Honduras
Amigos de Jesús volunteers work and live alongside our Honduran staff and children. They contribute to the transformation of each of our children with their energy, creativity, commitment, teamwork, and unconditional love for our children.
Who you are.
Our volunteers enjoy working with children, are humble, and can laugh at themselves. They are collaborative, can handle challenging living conditions, suspend assumptions, and love to learn from others.
Expenses you are responsible for.
Volunteers are responsible for a round-trip flight to and from San Pedro Sula (SAP) airport and any personal expenses. Volunteers must also have health insurance. Each individual person takes responsibility for choices about travel insurance, vaccinations, and other medications.
Timeframe of service.
Volunteering at Amigos de Jesús is offered in three 3-month planned periods per year:
Winter Break: November - January
Spring Break: March - May
Summer Camp: July - September
The option to return for an additional 3-month period is dependent upon availability and previous experience.
What you bring.
A commitment to faith-based service in an intentional community. An openness to participate in the Catholic spirituality of the community (though you do not have to be Catholic yourself). Spanish fluency and/or a willingness to learn Spanish.
How we will care for you.
Amigos de Jesús offers room and board in a community house, all meals, and provides orientation and training. Amigos also offers participation in organizational activities, events, and programs, and any materials or supplies required for assigned activities with the children.
What to expect.
Volunteers work within their assigned role Monday through Friday. Evening and weekends may be spent preparing for days ahead, washing clothes, and playing with the children! Meals are eaten with the children in their homes or as a community with the other volunteers.
What you will do.
Roles include extracurricular and recreational activity manager, tutor, administrative assistant, clinic support, pastoral support, and psychology and social work assistant. Volunteers can also work in maintenance, carpentry and metalwork, and agriculture areas. There are also opportunities to support the school as a resource or supplementary class teacher (music, art, library). The position you hold will be defined jointly between the organization and the volunteer.
How to join our community.
Email our Volunteer Manager, Bridget LaSala, with any questions, to start a conversation, with your interest and intent to volunteer, or to request an application at volunteermanager@amigosdejesus.org
Requirements.
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteers must have positive mental and physical health. Accepted volunteers will submit a medical form, criminal background check, and contract prior to departure.
Mission or Medical Groups
Any Churches or organizations interested in volunteering at Amigos de Jesús are permitted to do so based on need and availability. Please contact us if your group is interested in a week-long mission or medical brigade for more details.
Interested? Considering? Want to learn more?
Email Bridget LaSala at volunteercoordinator@amigosdejesus.org
