- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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14 people are interested
Tech Support for Non-Profit
ORGANIZATION: PSKS
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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14 people are interested
Do you have a passion for using your tech skills to make a difference in the lives of young people experiencing homelessness? Peace for the Streets by Kids from the Streets (PSKS) seeks dedicated technical support volunteers to manage our office and facility networks. As a Volunteer Tech Support Team member you will provide the technical support we need to expand our reach and the services we provide so every homeless and at-risk youth and young adult feels supported.
Sample duties include:
1. Maintaining all technical hardware in the office by performing any necessary repairs and upgrades.2. Maintenance of network systems; including monitoring the network to spot problems, making necessary repairs, and creating small network groups for special events.3. Making recommendations for updating and maintaining an organized tech equipment inventory.
4. Consult on the procurement of any needed equipment, tech supplies.
5. Accessing and installing needed software and software updates.
6. Providing IT training to a youth intern.
The Tech Support Team is a dedicated group of individuals who are passionate about utilizing their skills and expertise to serve homeless youth, between them sharing years of experience not only to better the organization, but also themselves. If you are interested, please email Joe.lambright@psks.org for more information.
More opportunities with PSKS
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About PSKS
Location:
1609 19th Ave, SEATTLE, WA 98122, US
Mission Statement
Peace for the Streets by Kids from the Streets (PSKS) exists to support homeless and at-risk youth and young adults to become empowered to lead positive and self-sufficient lives. Our philosophy and practice of inclusion has allowed us to develop low access barriers to engage young people who are at risk of falling through gaps in community services.
Description
Peace for the Streets by Kids from the Streets (PSKS) provides support and services to Seattle area homeless youth and young adults ages 13 through 29. Our committed efforts are targeted at providing stepping stones to transition youths from the streets to self-sufficiency and productive roles in community. Find out how you can support our community by either volunteering, donating or by increasing awareness of these important issues.
Many of our clients are squatters, have animal companions and/or children, suffering from addiction or have other circumstances that make it tough to find indoor shelter. Most of our youth don’t follow the linear flow of shelter to transitional housing to secure housing. Often they are living under bridges, in cars or tents in the woods until they can secure their own housing. Our approach to basic needs is one of harm reduction-making human safety, health and security a priority whether they are living in an abandoned building or still struggling with substance abuse.
Your presence both as a caring volunteer and as a role model has a significant effect on both the atmosphere of the space, and the confidence of our participants. There is nothing more beneficial to an underserved population than a caring community, and that is something that you and a volunteer have the ability to provide. We are a tight knit organization, and are always open and willing to bring in people from any walk of life.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1609 19th AveSeattle, WA 98122
DATE POSTED
July 19, 2016
SKILLS
- Google Apps
- Salesforce
- Security / Network Administration
- PC Platform
- Microsoft Office Suite
- IT Consulting
GOOD FOR
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- 2 to 6 hours per month