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ORGANIZATION: Chrysalis

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If you're ready to share your skills, make a meaningful difference, and help others succeed, we’d Mission: Chrysalis serves people navigating barriers to the workforce by offering a job-readiness program, individualized supportive services, and paid transitional employment. We empower our clients on their pathway to stability, security, and fulfillment in their work and lives.

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Volunteer roles:

Job Search Ready- discusses hard and soft skills, and what steps come before starting the job search.

Job Applications- guides clients through the different ways to search and apply for jobs, how to complete an application, and common application questions.

The Interview- focuses on professional communication, networking, and challenging interview questions.

Keeping the Job - focuses on being an employee, common workplace policies, and how to navigate difficult situations in the workplace.

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This is an in-person ONLY volunteer opportunity! Gain valuable experience and skills, connect with like minded people who care about making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Highly motivated by Chrysalis’ mission and desire to improve social and economic
    fabric of our community

  • Availability during our operating hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (PT)

  • Volunteer opportunities are regular and ongoing (not one-time or event-based)

  • Proficient computer skills & comfortability with Google Drive and Outlook

  • Minimum six-month commitment

  • Ability to volunteer every other week for an hour at a minimum (weekly is also an option)

  • Ability to report to a Chrysalis center

  • 18 years or older

  • Adherence to Chrysalis policies, procedures, and processes


Chrysalis Class Schedule:

DT- Monday- Thursday from 10:00AM to 11:30AM and 1:15PM to 2:45PM

love to have you on our team!

2 Shifts

  • Thu May 22, 2025 - 01:15 PM to 02:45 PM PST - Spots available: 1
  • Thu May 29, 2025 - 01:15 PM to 02:45 PM PST - Spots available: 1
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About Chrysalis

Location:

522 S Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013, US

Mission Statement

Chrysalis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for homeless and low-income individuals by providing the resources and support needed to find and retain employment.

Description

Our Volunteers are essential to this mission, and work directly with clients to help them gain employment. You can:

Facilitate classes (job search, money management, stress management, goal planning, computers, recovery, incarceration etc.)

Perform One-on-one resume building, interview practice and computer help

Provide Job search assistance

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We seek volunteers with excellent communication skills who want to make an impact in their local community. You will be directly involved in helping people enter the working world and regain their confidence, pride and stability.

Volunteer opportunities are available Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm and Friday 8am -12pm. Training is provided, and we ask for a 4 month commitment. Opportunities are available in the San Fernando Valley, Downtown LA, Santa Monica, and Anaheim.

CAUSE AREAS

Education & Literacy
Employment
Homeless & Housing
Education & Literacy, Employment, Homeless & Housing

WHEN

Mon Mar 03, 2025 - Sat May 31, 2025
01:15 PM - 02:45 AM
This opportunity has 2 shifts

WHERE

522 S Main StLos Angeles, CA 90013

(34.04595,-118.24876)
 

SKILLS

  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Mentoring
  • Teaching / Instruction
  • Adult Education
  • Reading / Writing
  • Google Apps

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 6 months

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