Volunteer and Career Opportunities
Family Connection relies on its many volunteers to help us leverage the public, grant and private funds we receive to best serve families of children with disabilities and special needs throughout South Carolina.
There are a variety of ways to get involved, from helping at events and conferences to office tasks such as stuffing envelopes and conference packets. Assisting with children’s activities at family events and parent support groups is another option. Please complete form below to get started!
Volunteering with Family Connection helps us continue to provide resources and services to more families at no cost to the family!
Training & Communications Coordinator
The Training & Communications Manager manages training logistics, develops communications and outreach materials, supports digital learning production, and ensures training events and materials are delivered accurately, on time, and in alignment with organizational priorities. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, technical proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Executive Administrative Assistant to CEO/COO
The Executive Administrative Assistant provides high-level, confidential, and strategic administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer. This role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, organization, and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. The position also oversees office operations and performs light bookkeeping and financial administrative tasks to support organizational efficiency.
This is a trusted, senior-level role suited for a highly skilled professional who anticipates needs, solves problems independently, and serves as a key operational partner to executive leadership.
Internships
Marketing and Events Intern
We are seeking an intern to assist with marketing communications activities to raise awareness and participation in our programs, events, and fundraising campaigns.
Volunteer Job Title: Marketing and Events Intern
Reports to: Marketing and Events Manager
Location: Family Connection office located at 1800 St. Julian Place in Columbia.
Hours: 6 – 8 hours per week. (2 shifts per week)
Volunteer Leadership
We are looking for volunteer leaders to help plan our annual LOOK! Photography Exhibit and Buddy Walk events. Specific areas of leadership we are looking for include:
• Logistics Chair
• Sponsorship Chairperson
• Communications Chairperson