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Dec 12
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Dec 31
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12:01 AM
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11:59 PM
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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Description The Homeless Garden Project (HGP), founded in 1990 and based in Santa Cruz, California, provides job training, transitional employment and support services to people experiencing homelessness. In addition, HGP operates a thriving community education and volunteer program. Our programs take place on our 3.5 acre organic farm and related social enterprises. Details Schedule: 6 hours per week, starting on December Salary: This is a volunteer, unpaid internship. If you are using this internship to gain course credit or seek out grants with your college, please include this information in your cover letter. To apply: Along with your resume, please send us a brief cover letter highlighting why you're interested in the program. Send your materials to omarg@homelessgardenproject.org and include the internship position for which you're applying in the subject line. Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented volunteer to join our team as a Payroll Assistant. This role is crucial in ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing for our staff. Responsibilities Assist with processing bi-weekly payroll using ADP software. Review and verify employee timesheets for accuracy. Calculate and prepare payroll taxes and deductions. Maintain confidential employee records and payroll information. Assist with other administrative tasks related to payroll, as needed. Qualifications Experience with ADP payroll software (or a similar software) is preferred but not required. Strong knowledge of payroll procedures and tax regulations. Proficient in Google Suite applications (e.g., Gmail, Docs, Sheets). Excel is ok. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Reliability and trustworthiness Volunteer Will Gain: Increased self-confidence and self-esteem. Improved communication and interpersonal skills. Networking opportunities with other professionals. A sense of belonging and community. The opportunity to explore new career paths.
Date Posted: Sep 20, 2024
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Feb 24
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Dec 15
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12:01 AM
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11:59 PM
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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Looking for a fun way to spend your weekends while making a difference in your community? Look no further than our volunteer program at HGP! We're currently searching for outgoing and friendly individuals who are comfortable using a register and can help us cover the store during our Shift Manager's lunch break. As a Customer Service Volunteer, you'll be responsible for greeting customers, answering their questions, assisting at the register, restocking merchandise, and supporting the Shift Manager as needed. You'll also be able to educate customers about HGP, upcoming events, and how they can get involved! But before you start your volunteer shift, we'll need you to attend one of our orientation training sessions. Don't worry - they're fun and informative! Once you complete your orientation, we'll add you to our online work scheduler, where you can choose the shifts you'd like to work. Our orientation sessions take place at our store location on 1338 Pacific Avenue. You only need to attend one orientation session to start volunteering! Join our team and make a difference while having fun! We can't wait to have you on board. About our Store: Our Store is where we make a significant amount of our yearly income to support our transitional employment and job training program for folks experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Those who are in the training program make over 40 types of products using materials we grow on the farm, including food products, bath and body products, and dried-flower wreaths. Each year we have a network of over 100 volunteers who support the store. The store is, in part, volunteer-run, meaning that the profit we make goes directly toward supporting our programs and folks transitioning out of homelessness.
Date Posted: Nov 5, 2024
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Sep 23
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Jan 1
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12:01 AM
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11:59 PM
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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Description The Homeless Garden Project (HGP), founded in 1990 and based in Santa Cruz, California, provides job training, transitional employment and support services to people experiencing homelessness. In addition, HGP operates a thriving community education and volunteer program. Our programs take place on our 3.5 acre organic farm and related social enterprises. The Downtown Store Customer and Volunteer Experience Team are a group of volunteers whose role at the Homeless Garden Project's downtown retail store is specifically designed to support our team during the busy holiday season. This team plays a key role in creating a warm and welcoming environment for customers, representing the values of the Homeless Garden Project, and assisting staff with daily store operations. They work together to discuss current customer service and volunteer experiences, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies for growth. The team is committed to following through on these strategies to enhance the overall experience at our store. Responsibilities Planning-work with staff to ensure strong communication and mutually supportive relationships between volunteer team and retail staff Customer Engagement: Greet and welcome customers, answer questions, and provide information about our mission, products, and holiday promotions. Store Atmosphere: Help create a positive, inviting atmosphere by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and aesthetic appeal of the store. Sale Support: restocking merchandise, and ensuring products are presented attractively. Team Support: Work alongside staff to support daily store operations, including processing transactions, gift wrapping, and other tasks as needed. Event Assistance: Assist during special events, promotions, and holiday activities hosted at the store. Qualifications Enthusiastic about the mission of the Homeless Garden Project Strong communication and interpersonal skills Previous retail, customer service, or leadership experience is a plus. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Friendly, Positive attitude and commitment to creating a welcoming environment. Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines. Time Commitment Ambassadors are expected to visit the store twice a week during the holiday season (September through December).
Date Posted: Sep 17, 2024
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Flexible Schedule
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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Description The Homeless Garden Project (HGP), founded in 1990 and based in Santa Cruz, California, provides job training, transitional employment and support services to people experiencing homelessness. In addition, HGP operates a thriving community education and volunteer program. Our programs take place on our 3.5 acre organic farm and related social enterprises. The Downtown Store Customer and Volunteer Experience Team are a group of volunteers whose role at the Homeless Garden Project’s downtown retail store is specifically designed to support our team during the busy holiday season. This team plays a key role in creating a warm and welcoming environment for customers, representing the values of the Homeless Garden Project, and assisting staff with daily store operations. They work together to discuss current customer service and volunteer experiences, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies for growth. The team is committed to following through on these strategies to enhance the overall experience at our store. Responsibilities Planning-work with staff to ensure strong communication and mutually supportive relationships between volunteer team and retail staff Customer Engagement: Greet and welcome customers, answer questions, and provide information about our mission, products, and holiday promotions. Store Atmosphere: Help create a positive, inviting atmosphere by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and aesthetic appeal of the store. Sale Support: restocking merchandise, and ensuring products are presented attractively. Team Support: Work alongside staff to support daily store operations, including processing transactions, gift wrapping, and other tasks as needed. Event Assistance: Assist during special events, promotions, and holiday activities hosted at the store. Qualifications Enthusiastic about the mission of the Homeless Garden Project Strong communication and interpersonal skills Previous retail, customer service, or leadership experience is a plus. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Friendly, Positive attitude and commitment to creating a welcoming environment. Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines. Time Commitment Ambassadors are expected to visit the store twice a week during the holiday season (September through December).
Date Posted: Sep 16, 2024
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Dec 4
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Dec 30
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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
About our Holiday Store: Our Holiday Store is where we make a significant amount of our yearly income to support our transitional employment and job training program for folks experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Those in the training program make over 40 types of products using materials we grow on the farm, including food products, bath and body products, and dried-flower wreaths. We have a network of volunteers who support the holiday store each holiday season. The store is almost entirely volunteer-run, meaning that the profit we make goes directly toward supporting our programs and folks transitioning out of homelessness. Are you interested in volunteering at the Holiday Store? Read the info below! There is 1 staff person and 2 volunteers per shift. All volunteers must attend one orientation training before their first volunteer shift. We will email you to schedule an orientation. Orientations will be hosted at the store location, 1338 Pacific Avenue. You only need to attend one orientation. Once you attend an orientation, you will be added to our online work scheduler so you can select the shifts you'd like to work. Shifts will be 2 hours long and offered 7 days/week. We are asking volunteers to sign up for one shift/week for the holiday season (2 hours/week, 2-3 month commitment) Feel free to forward this to anyone you know who might also be interested in volunteering at the store. We could use all of the help we can get! Please reach out if you have any questions. Please reach out to omarg@homelessgardenproject.org to learn more.
Date Posted: Dec 3, 2024
