Leadership Volunteers are responsible for the day to day operations of an MDS project. They work together with local community partners and homeowners, organize the work for the weekly volunteers, and ensure that all volunteers are well fed and cared for throughout their time on the project.
MDS Leadership Volunteers serve for 4 weeks or more on a project, providing continuity and a connection to the local community. Whether a Cook or Crew Leader, Project Director or Office Manager, Leadership Volunteers grow relationships with the local community and their fellow volunteers as MDS restores hope and partners in a community’s recovery.
MDS Leadership Volunteers are:
- Christians and active participants in a church
- Motivated to serve and guide Weekly Volunteers
- Lead and work cooperatively with others
- Work hard
- Manage people, their work, and engage with community partners
If you have never served on an MDS project, start here to apply for a week-long experience. If you want to learn more about MDS Leadership Volunteering, attend an Intro to MDS Leadership Volunteering Zoom call.
- Complete the Leadership Application (required).
- Complete an interview with MDS staff (required).
- Submit references and a background check (required).
- Attend leadership training and specific training for desired position(s). See below for training information.
- Shadow – spend one week learning from an experienced volunteer, as requested and available.
- Work with MDS staff to find a service placement!
- Completion of an application and participating in an interview does not guarantee placement on an MDS project.
- MDS provides food & lodging for Leadership Volunteers.
- Reimbursement for travel expenses to and from projects and a small stipend are provided according to the current MDS policy.
- Volunteers are responsible for their own medical healthcare insurance – MDS carries secondary accident insurance for all volunteers.
- Pets are NOT allowed on projects. (Exception: RV sites that allow pets – pets must be left at the RV site.)
MDS provides general MDS Leadership Training and training for specific MDS Leadership Volunteer roles.
For more information about MDS Leadership Trainings, contact Gabby Bomberger, Volunteer Training Specialist, at 717-735-3536 or by using this form.
January 27, 2025
Zoom
March 17 - 19, 2025
Kingsburg, California
March 20 - 21, 2025
Kingsburg, California
March 31, 2025
Zoom
June 9 - 11, 2025
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
June 23, 2025
Zoom
August 25 - 27, 2025
Lititz, Pennsylvania
hybrid: offered in-person and online via Zoom
August 28 - 29, 2025
Lititz, Pennsylvania
August 28 - 29, 2025
Lititz, Pennsylvania