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4 people are interested
Job Connector
ORGANIZATION: Vail Place
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4 people are interested
Partner with members to connect them to the job of their dreams! Job Connectors use their computer skills, interview savvy, and encouraging presence to guide members along the employment path. From the moment an application is sent to the first day on the job, walk side-by-side with members in helping them succeed.
This opportunity is great for people who know their way around the web, familiar with Microsoft Office applications, and know some tips and tricks of the trade.
What you'll do:
- Teach adults basic computer skills: help with online job search & email setup
- Offer advice on resumes, cover letters, and professionalism
- Build confidence throw mock interviews and career coaching
What you'll gain:
- Training/guidance from staff on computer skills and resume/cover letters
- Hands-on experience working with adults in a diverse community setting
- Opportunity to empower others through sharing your skills and knowledge
Helpful skills:
- Comfortable with MS Word, internet browsing, and general computer use
- Ability to engage adults of diverse backgrounds and skill levels
- Comfortable guiding adults in resume and cover letter development
- Self-directed, patient, flexible, and dependable
- Commitment to helping adults improve their job search skills
- Teaching or tutoring experience with adult learners helpful but not required
More opportunities with Vail Place
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Vail Place
Location:
23 9th Avenue South, Hopkins, MN 55343, US
Mission Statement
Cultivating hope and inspiring change to promote mental health recovery.
Description
Vail Place is a non-profit organization based in Hennepin County with a 38 year history dedicated to cultivating hope and inspiring change to promote mental health recovery. Vail Place’s unique person-centered, recovery-oriented approach to services is based on the internationally acclaimed Clubhouse Model.
As a volunteer, you will be joining a community where staff and members work side-by-side to foster purpose through shared work, direction through employment, housing, and social recreation, and hope through reconnecting people with their communities.
Vail Place is currently going through an exciting time of growth and new opportunities. We are looking for people to join the club and work together in a professional-but informal-environment where they are supported and appreciated.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1412 West 36th StreetMINNEAPOLIS, MN 55408
DATE POSTED
June 1, 2022
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Career Counseling / Coaching
- Microsoft Office Suite
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 5-10 hours per month
- Interview and References Required