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8 people are interested
Volunteers needed in The Bridge's Mobile Youth Outreach Center
ORGANIZATION: The Bridge for Youth
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8 people are interested
The Bridge Mobile Youth Outreach Center prioritizes meeting the immediate needs of BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and sexually exploited youth ages 10-21 in the Twin Cities; bringing services directly to youth, providing mobile intervention to meet immediate basic needs - healthy food, gender affirming clothing, resources for harm reduction and safety planning, assessments and referrals, case management, and most importantly, connection through both 1:1 in-person and virtual support.
This position will assist staff by unpacking, sorting, and labeling various food items, health products, clothing, and more for The Mobile Youth Outreach Center. Will keep track of inventory, expiration dates, and advise staff on both needs and excesses of item. Must be able to remain confidential and non-judgmental. Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
The volunteer schedule is flexible with shifts available Monday-Friday. Following training, the volunteer will work independently.
More opportunities with The Bridge for Youth
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About The Bridge for Youth
Location:
1111 West 22nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55405, US
Mission Statement
The Bridge for Youth provides runaway and homeless youth with safe shelter and assists in the prevention and resolution of families whenever possible.
Description
The Bridge for Youth is a combination of onsite shelter and housing services for these youth experiencing homelessness, and outreach services on the street and in the community to meet youth where they are. The Bridge is a welcoming place to all youth, including runaway, BIPOC, LGBTQ, pregnant, and parenting youth.
Open 24/7/365, The Bridge's Resilience House is an emergency shelter for youth ages 10-17 focused on family reunification when safe and possible. Youth have access to temporary shelter in a welcoming, safe environment, along with support, meals, access to healthcare, case management, and support.
Gloria’s Place is the only emergency shelter in Minnesota specifically for unaccompanied, pregnant or parenting youth and their young children who are experiencing homelessness. Gloria’s Place provides emergency shelter, meals, clothing, case management, and support for youth ages 15-17 and their children ages 0-3.
Marlene’s Place is the first and only site-based transitional housing and case management program in Hennepin County for pregnant/parenting youth (ages 16-20) and their children (ages 0-3) experiencing homelessness.
Rita’s House is an intentional living community, providing affordable rental housing and teaching independent living skills to twelve youth ages 18-21.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1111 West 22nd StreetMinneapolis, MN 55405
DATE POSTED
September 21, 2021
SKILLS
- Inventory Management
- Operations
- Basic Computer Skills
- Project Management
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Must commit to volunteering for 2+ hours per week for a minimum of six months.
- Must be 21-years or older. clear a background check, and complete required training prior to volunteering. Must commit to volunteering for 2+ hours per week for a minimum of six months.