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31 people are interested
Welcome Formerly Unhoused Women Home
ORGANIZATION: Downtown Women's Center
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31 people are interested
Our Permanent Supportive Housing Program provides 119 units of comfortable, safe, and affordable housing without time limits as residents work towards personal stability.
Residence hosts provide a welcoming, supportive atmosphere in the lobby of DWC’s permanent residences, welcoming and checking in with the women, signing for packages, answering the phone and door, and chatting with residents during downtime. This is a great fit if you’re able to work independently and want to work directly with our residents.
Shifts are currently offered on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (but if another day works better for you, feel free to reach out and we'll see what we can do).
2 Shifts
- morning / 09:00 AM to 11:45 AM
- evening / 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
- NONE OF THESE TIMES WORK FOR ME, BUT I CAN STILL HELP
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About Downtown Women's Center
Location:
442 S. San Pedro St., LOS ANGELES, CA 90013, US
Mission Statement
Founded in 1978, the Downtown Women’s Center (DWC) is the only organization in Los Angeles focused exclusively on serving women and gender diverse individuals experiencing homelessness. We end homelessness for women and gender diverse individuals by providing safe housing and supportive services centered on wellness, employment, and advocacy. Our Housing First and trauma-informed service model includes: Access to basic needs and resources through our Day Center, where participants can receive three daily meals and access to showers, restrooms, mail, and telephones. On-site housing and supportive services, with our 119 units of permanent housing across two residences making us one of the largest housing providers for women in the country. Community-based housing services, provided in partnership with the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, and various private foundations and corporations. Health and wellness services, including individual and group counseling, medical care, mental health services, preventive screenings, Trauma Recovery Center services, and enrichment activities We welcome volunteers who share a commitment to DWC’s core values of safety, respect, social justice, and community, and invite you to join us in our mission to end homelessness for women in Los Angeles. Volunteers are integral to this work!
Description
Support from volunteers is invaluable as we work towards our mission of ending homelessness for women and gender diverse individuals in greater Los Angeles through housing, wellness, employment, and advocacy, Our ever growing list of volunteer opportunities include:
* Kitchen: make and serve meals for 150-200 women per shift
* Day Center: welcome participants and guests, answer phones, distribute toiletry kits, etc.
* Learning Center: offer one-on-one computer support to participants
* Residence Host: welcome and check in with our permanent supportive housing residents
* Maintenance Assistant: help our facilities keep DWC clean and safe for participants, staff, and other volunteers
* Donations Sorting: receive, sort, and organize clothing and other donations that come into the center
* Classy Closet: organize and pull items from the storage area dedicated to professional attire that participants use for job interviews etc.
Email volunteer@downtownwomenscenter.org or visit downtownwomenscenter.org for more info!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
442 San Pedro StreetLos Angeles, CA 90011
DATE POSTED
April 29, 2024
SKILLS
- English
- Critical Thinking
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training