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4 people are interested
Job Search Assistant
ORGANIZATION: Community Work Services
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4 people are interested
The Job Search Assistant will staff the computer lab at CWS and provide 1:1 job search support. Specific tasks will include creating resumes and cover letters, researching open positions and submitting applications, interview preparation, employer follow-up, and connecting job-seekers to community resources such as job fairs and hiring events. The Job Search Assistant will be asked to document each job-seeker’s weekly progress and provide updates to job-seekers’ Case Managers.
More opportunities with Community Work Services
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Community Work Services
Location:
174 PORTLAND STREET, BOSTON, MA 02114, US
Mission Statement
Founded in 1877, Community Work Services empowers individuals living in poverty to transform their lives through job training and employment.
Description
Community Work Services (CWS) assists over 800 individuals annually to successfully overcome barriers to employment by providing effective job training, employment search, career coaching and advancement services. We serve those seeking a path to greater economic self-sufficiency, including those with disabilities, the homeless, veterans, mature workers, individuals living in poverty with chronic unemployment, and the formerly incarcerated. We offer innovative classroom learning, internships and hands-on training so that our graduates gain employment soft-skills and professional experience to become successful in today’s competitive job market.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
174 Portland StreetBoston, MA 02114
DATE POSTED
August 8, 2016
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 5-10 hours per week
- Volunteer hours must take place Monday-Friday between the hours of 10am-4pm.