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Our Volunteers
Our volunteers are dedicated change-makers who bring excitement and a variety of skills to Step Up Foundation. We are always looking for new faces to assist in running programs, events, and activities. In return, we will help you learn how a nonprofit works and get hands on counselling experience while enjoying the passionate culture at Step Up Foundation. If you’re committed and ready to change the lives of adolescents, join us as a volunteer at Step Up Foundation.
Anuja Chumbale
Third Year Student at FC
During my internship here, I conducted ‘touch awareness’ sessions in about 10-12 schools… Some girls opened up to me about their experiences. They were relieved they had someone to talk to. I am grateful to Gauri and Manisha for letting me play a role in making young lives a little more secure.
Shital Bansode
Third Year Student at FC
As an individual, it’s difficult to feel you’re making a difference in the world, but being a part of Step Up Foundation helped me visualize the impact I can create. Trust me, you can achieve a lot when you’re a member of a great team.
Prathamesh Ingale
Third Year student at DPYSOE
I think Gauri ma’am and her dedicated group of counselors are Superwomen! Talking to teenagers about puberty, abuse, and addiction is not easy, but the Step Up Foundation team is doing a great job of generating awareness among adolescents in urban as well as rural areas. The Step Up Foundation team is always willing to experiment with new ideas. They allow volunteers to take initiative and contribute in ways they are comfortable with.
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Here at Step Up Foundation, we believe in building strong adolescent leaders. Join us in our mission
Positions that are currently open
Counsellor
A counsellor is a passionate individual gaining experience in the social sector by helping adolescents ages 13-15 overcome health and wellness challenges. Counsellors lead day-to-day activities at schools and make sure everything runs smoothly on the ground by building relationships with various stakeholders.
Experience Required
Masters in psychology, social work, or sociology
At least 2 years working with adolescents.
We look for people who
Enjoy working with teenagers
Are comfortable talking about sensitive or difficult topics to adolescents.
Have great communication and observation skills.
Are willing to travel within and around the city.
School Coordinators
Our school coordinators play a crucial role in identifying the needs of a school, planning and designing a yearlong school-specific intervention strategy, and training counsellors. Coordinators are the face between our organization and schools, representing Step Up Foundation to multiple stakeholders.
Experience Required
Masters in psychology, social work, or sociology.
At least 3 years working in a managerial position, preferably in schools
We look for people who
Enjoy working with teenagers
Are flexible and comfortable with managing multiple projects at once