VFP-MTV01 COMMUNITY REENTRY and SOCIAL JUSTICE, BURLINGTON, PERMANENT

SOCI/MANU,Female or Male volunteers only,

AGE 21+ 4 Vols, Only 1 volunteer serves at a time, Minimum 12 weeks; maximum 6 months

Burlington Dismas House provides transitional housing and opportunities to men and women getting out of prison so that
they can successfully transition back into the community
WORK: Volunteers will assist in a variety of tasks including but not limited to: administrative support in the office, helping
with fundraising activities, supporting the residential community by helping with planning and participating in house activities
and Residential Advisor duties (See below). The type of work and number of hours varies but is usually 4 – 6 hours a day.
Volunteers live on site and participate in all house activities including evening meals and all outside activities.
STUDY THEME: Criminal Justice
ACCOMMODATION: Shared room in large Victorian house, meals & laundry provided.
LOCATION: Hartford, Vermont. is a beautiful small town in Windsor County, population 10,000. The small city is located
right on the shore of the White River and Connecticut River. Group activities and sightseeing is offered.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES: Recreation includes house activities and many festivals and events in area. Volunteers will
participate in house outings including baseball games, hikes, camping, etc. Time off for travel may be approved.
TERMINAL: White River Junction VT where they will be met by a Dismas House Staff Member. www.greyhound.com
www.dartmouthcoach.com
SPECIAL REMARKS: Only 1 volunteer serves at a time. Minimum 3 months. No drugs or alcohol. Must be 21 or over -
Need either the partner’s or VFP’s motivation form. Skype interview required.