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9 people are interested
Volunteers needed to help mentor students in the YOTO Resale Home Store
ORGANIZATION: Youth On Their Own
Please visit the new page to apply.
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9 people are interested
Join our volunteer team and make a difference!
Youth On Their Own is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that supports the high school graduation and continued success of homeless and at-risk youth. We have an immediate need for volunteers to help at our Resale Home Store. Qualified* volunteers will provide friendly customer service, accept and process donations and assist in organizing and maintaining store inventory. Volunteers will work alongside our student interns to provide a positive role-model and demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Previous retail experience is a plus but not necessary. Our store is open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday ONLY, from 9 - 5 pm.
For more information, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at: 520-293-1136
*Volunteers must pass a criminal background check
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About Youth On Their Own
Location:
1660 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712, US
Mission Statement
Youth On Their Own (YOTO), a 501(c)(3) local non-profit agency, is dedicated to support the high school graduation and continued success of homeless and at-risk youth by providing financial assistance, basic human needs and guidance.
Description
Youth On Their Own (YOTO), a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is a drop out prevention program that supports the high school graduation of homeless and unaccompanied youth in the Greater Tucson region who are in 6th - 12th grade (up to age 21). Students are enrolled in public schools--including charter and alternative schools--and are motivated to obtain their high school diplomas despite personal and financial hardship.
YOTO youth, through no fault of their own, lack a parent or long-term legal guardian physically involved in their lives and a stable, permanent nighttime residence. The absence of caring, adult support and a consistent home environment is not conducive to successful academic performance, placing this population at great risk of dropping out of high school. Statistics show that, without a high school diploma, they are likely to continue the cycle of poverty and reliance on social services, and are at increased risk for substance abuse, incarceration and mental health problems throughout adulthood.
YOTO provides students with financial assistance, basic needs and guidance as they work to obtain their high school diplomas. With community contributions and support, YOTO has helped over 15,000 students stay in school and remain focused on the goal of graduation, paving the way to become self-sufficient, productive adults within their communities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1642 N. Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85712
DATE POSTED
April 21, 2016
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Retail / Sales
- Administrative Support
- Office Reception
- Youth Services
- Mentoring
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 4 hours per week
- Must be reliable and enjoy working with youth.