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47 people are interested
Virtual Refugee Mentor
ORGANIZATION: JFCS - Jewish Family and Community Services
Please visit the new page to apply.
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47 people are interested
Provide social connection and support to recently arrived refugee individuals and families. Meet with your mentee on Zoom to help them learn English reading and conversation skills, do homework, and have some fun together!
Our mentors receive guided activities for both learning and having fun. Email Andrew to learn more!
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About JFCS - Jewish Family and Community Services
Location:
5743 BARTLETT ST, PITTSBURGH, PA 15217, US
Mission Statement
Jewish Family and Community Services has the mission of supporting people through life's changes and challenges. We work to improve the lives of individuals and families in our community by providing exceptional psychological, employment and social service programs, guided by Jewish traditions of social responsibility, compassion and respect for all members of the community. Services are provided and referrals are made without regard to race, gender, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, disability or age.
Description
Jewish Family and Community Services of Pittsburgh (JFCS) is an independent 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life of children, families and adults of all ages throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area by providing psychological, employment and social services.
For more than 80 years, JFCS has remained vital and relevant--and always available to respond, no matter how difficult the problem--by continuously adapting our programs and services to meet the changing needs of our dynamic population. We are known as a leader in providing innovative and effective social service solutions to problems facing families and individuals of all ages.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
December 31, 2020
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Adult Education
- Financial Literacy
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Youth Services
- Tutoring
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training
- Weekly visits of at least one hour
- FBI Fingerprinting, Criminal History Clearance, and Child Abuse Clearance