NAMI Bulloch County Volunteer Recruitment Intern

NAMI Georgia in Bulloch County Volunteer Recruitment Internship Location: Remote | Flexible Hours (20 hours/week) | $1250 Stipend After 240 Hours

About NAMI Georgia: NAMI Georgia is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through support, education, and advocacy. It empowers 23 local affiliates across the state, including in Bullock County to provide free peer-led programs, support groups, and community education initiatives, fostering hope, help, and acceptance for those impacted by mental health conditions.

Position Overview: NAMI Georgia is seeking a dependable, motivated Volunteer Recruitment Intern in Bulloch County to assist with volunteer recruitment operations at the local affiliate, NAMI Bulloch County. This temporary, contract-based role will focus on identifying, engaging, and helping place volunteer leaders into Steering Committee roles to support affiliate growth and programming. This hybrid internship offers a hands-on opportunity to learn about nonprofit administration, mental health advocacy, and community outreach.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit volunteers for local community leader and facilitator positions, assessing skills and abilities for specific roles

• Support Support Group volunteer leaders in identifying and securing free meeting spaces by reaching out to local community partners (e.g. churches, libraries, non-profits).

• Ensure volunteer candidates attend NAMI Support Group Train-the-Trainer (TTT) training

• Research organizations and outreach channels for prospective volunteers

• Conduct outreach via email, phone, social media, and newsletters

• Educate prospects on NAMI Bulloch County’s mission and the expectations of Steering Committee leadership roles

• Maintain accurate tracking of leads, outreach activities, and placements

• Provide weekly progress updates and submit a final summary report at the end of the contract

• Provide ongoing support to the emerging leadership committee as needed to strengthen and sustain the group

Requirements

· A current undergraduate or graduate student interested in developing skills and gaining experience. Individuals who have graduated within the past 12 months will also be considered.

· Open to all majors; social work, public policy, and management majors preferred

· Work 20 hours per week for 12 weeks

· Resides in Bulloch County or the surrounding areas

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Self-motivated and able to work independently

• Interest in mental health, nonprofits, or community organizing

• Experience with recruitment, volunteer coordination, or community outreach preferred

What We Provide:

· Comprehensive training and ongoing supervision

· Insight into the workings of a nonprofit mental health organization

· Practical nonprofit experience and administrative skills

· Exposure to mental health education and advocacy efforts

· Opportunities to build communication and customer service skills

· Valuable resume-building experience in the mental health nonprofit sector

· Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people seeking help