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5 people are interested
Volunteers needed***Fundraising campaign to benefit Adult Literacy Program
ORGANIZATION: RETURN TO WORK TEXAS
Please visit the new page to apply.
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5 people are interested
We are looking for volunteers to assist in the fundraising campaign currently underway. Right now we are working with local high schools to partnership fundraising efforts and need volunteers to help employees with all aspects of program: introduction phone calls, setting up meetings, event planning and set-up, student meet and greet, etc.
More opportunities with RETURN TO WORK TEXAS
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About RETURN TO WORK TEXAS
Location:
PO BOX 561351, THE COLONY, TX 75056, US
Mission Statement
RETURN TO WORK TEXAS is a vocal advocate for the disabled worker. We are committed to helping Texans obtain the medical, vocational and social assistance they need into order to return to work.
Description
Often injuries prevent an employee from returning to work at their pre-injury job due to permanent medical restrictions. These employees need to be trained in a different field (often a sedentary job) before they can re-enter the work force. This training requires that the injured worker be literate and able to complete classes. Unfortunately, the adult illiteracy rate is staggering.
Dallas County:
21% of adults lack basic literacy skills
25% of adults 25 and older do not have GED or diploma
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN??
It means that 1 out of 4 adults in Dallas County would require basic training to obtain a GED before they would be eligible to apply for most sedentary (think desk job) positions. Adults with a diploma or GED earn 41% more money annually than adults without one.
RETURN TO WORK TEXAS is raising money to fund an adult literacy program for disabled persons who need retraining in an alternate job field. Please help us....together we can make a difference!!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
PO BOX 561351THE COLONY, TX 75056
DATE POSTED
December 15, 2016
SKILLS
- Networking
- Organization
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- 2-4 hours per week