Support Job Seeking Adults with Digital Tasks
ORGANIZATION: LiteracyCNY
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LiteracyCNY is teaming up with CNYWorks to put Digital Literacy Volunteers in their Resource Room. Your role would be to help individuals as they're completing their job search-related tasks. CNYWorks’ Resource Room is a computer room allocated for individuals who are:
- Searching for jobs.
- Creating and accessing email account for employment correspondence.
- Completing online job applications.
- Creating or updating a resume or cover letter.
- Creating employment correspondence.
- Completing job skill assessments.
- Working on professional skill development.
- Examples: Typing speed and accuracy, MS Office Software, basic computer skills etc.
Your role would be to help individuals as they're completing their job search-related tasks.
Make the 1-3-6 commitment, volunteer one time per week for a 3-hour shift for 6 months or more. We are recruiting volunteers for a three-hour shift at CNYWorks office on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday mornings.
Sign up for our next Digital Literacy Volunteer Training and learn why we created the Digital Literacy Program, who it serves, and how you can impact lives.
LCNY Digital Literacy spans Onondaga, Madison, Oneida, and Herkimer Counties. Learn more about our program here. View our program sites.
Questions about this volunteer opportunity can be directed to Digital Literacy Coordinator Lydia Torres (315)643-0282, Ltorres@literacycny.org. Please note that while your assigned location would be CNYWorks, this volunteer opportunity is through LiteracyCNY's Digital Literacy Program.
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About LiteracyCNY
Location:
100 New Street, Syracuse, NY 13202, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission is to improve the reading, English language, math and digital literacy skills of adults in Central New York. Our trained volunteers support participants in achieving their personal goals to fully participate in the community as citizens, parents, consumers and workers.
Description
Through the use of one-to-one tutoring, small group classes, conversation groups, drop-in or appointment-based computer help, and online learning tools and resources LiteracyCNY uses volunteers to help members of the community to increase their skills in reading, math, English language, and digital literacy so that they are able to fully engage in life as parents, workers, consumers, and citizens.
Please note: All volunteers must be at least 18 years old, fluent in English, and have completed high school or the equivalent. Tutoring opportunities are available in Onondaga County. Digital Literacy Volunteer opportunities are available in Onondaga, Madison, Oneida, and Herkimer Counties.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
960 James Street1st FloorSyracuse, NY 13203
DATE POSTED
May 6, 2024
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Google Apps
- Internet Research
- Microsoft Office Suite
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3-hour shift once per week, six month commitment
- Experience working with computers, mobile devices, and general internet navigation. Reliable transportation, ability to work with a diverse population with patience and empathy. Comfortable working independently.