Volunteer Training & Resources

The 2024 PIT Count is complete. Thank you to all of our volunteers and partners!

Mandatory Training

All volunteers will be required complete a pre-count training. Volunteers will have two options: attending one of the live online sessions or accessing the recorded Zoom training session. The live option is highly recommended for new PIT volunteers. This new recorded option provides greater flexibility for those unable to attend the live session and will be accompanied by a quiz for increased accountability and comprehension.  

 

Training Schedule: 

Training Purpose: To address the purpose of the PIT, what to expect on count nights and general safety procedures, PIT survey overview, best practices for engaging people experiencing homelessness, and more. There will also be a Q&A portion.

Optional Learning Resources

Get Ahead of the Game, Download the App!

On the night of the PIT Count, volunteers will need to use the Counting Us App on their mobile phones to survey and count. Be prepared and download the app now by scanning the QR Code to the right, visiting the direct link below, or searching for Counting Us in your device’s App Store.

Google Play: https://bit.ly/Counting_Us_Google

Apple Store: https://bit.ly/Counting_Us_Apple

Office Hours

SSF Staff Office Hours: Sacramento Steps Forward staff who are leading the 2024 PIT will have office hours during January. This will enable volunteers to interactively address any lingering questions they may have about the Point-In-Time Count, ensuring they feel fully prepared and confident in their roles. 

2024 PIT Count Volunteer Office Hours: 

  • Thursday, January 11, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Registration Closed 
  • Monday, January 22, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Registration Closed

Office Hours Purpose: To address any final technical or logistical questions such as PIT purpose/impact, what to expect on count nights and general safety procedures, PIT survey overview, best practices for engaging people experiencing homelessness, and more.

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Holiday Office Closure Notice

Sacramento Steps Forward will be closed from: 

December 25, 2024 – January 1, 2025

 

We will monitor voicemail and email during this time and respond to urgent matters.

 

Contact Us:

Email: info@sacstepsforward.org

Phone: (916) 577-9770

 

For PSAP support, please visit our CAS Provider Portal.

 

 

Thank you for your support and collaboration. We wish you a peaceful and healthy holiday season!

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