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Flexible Schedule
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Los Angeles, CA 90013
The Day Center is the point of entry for women coming through DWC’s doors: it provides access to three meals a day, clean bathrooms and showers, changes of clothes, an address for individuals to receive mail, case management, and medical services. Day Center volunteers support our Day Center team by welcoming participants; helping distribute toiletry items; performing administrative tasks; participating in and/or leading enrichment activities; and helping create a safe, welcoming space for the women receiving services in our community.
Date Posted: Oct 23, 2024
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Flexible Schedule
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Los Angeles, CA 90013
As an integral part of DWC’s Workforce Development programming, the Learning Center offers a safe space for women seeking employment to search and apply for jobs and to participate in academic and vocational counseling sessions and job readiness workshops. Volunteers create a supportive, peaceful Learning Center environment by providing one-on-one assistance with computer questions, helping equip participants with the skills necessary to prepare them for school or work, and more. Learning Center volunteers should have some basic comfort using computers and a desire to interact with participants. While not a requirement, this is a particularly good fit for volunteers with previous HR or tutoring/education experience. Shifts are available on Weekdays from 9-11am and 1-3pm.
Date Posted: Jun 20, 2024
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Nov 13
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Nov 13
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Virtual Opportunity
Attend a volunteer orientation with the Downtown Women's Center and learn about the ways you can volunteer! Why: Volunteers will leave the training with a better understanding of who we are, what we do, and how volunteers play a part in our mission to end homelessness for women and gender diverse folks in Los Angeles. Who: The Downtown Women's Center (DWC) envisions just, safe communities where every woman and gender diverse individual has a home and is on a path to fulfillment. Its mission is to end homelessness for women and gender diverse individuals by providing safe housing, and supportive services centered on wellness, employment, and advocacy. What to Expect: This volunteer orientation is required for all new volunteers. Volunteers will attend a 1.5-hour training via Zoom. It will provide an overview of DWC programs and services, highlight some of the causes of women's and gender expansive individuals' homelessness, and equip volunteers with tools like de-escalation and active listening techniques that will be helpful while interacting with individuals onsite and in daily life. Opportunities we'll cover: Kitchen: make and serve meals for 150-200 women per shift Day Center: welcome participants and guests, help folks sign up for services, distribute toiletry kits, etc. Learning Center: offer one-on-one computer support to participants Residence Host: support DWC staff in the Permanent Supportive Housing lobby Organizing Donations: organize clothing and other donations that come into the center What's Required: To get started, cilck Express Interest below. Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator Below. This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, The Downtown Women's Center. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety _____________________________________________________________________ By clicking "Express Interest" I certify I have read and agree to the Volunteer Terms and Conditions.
Date Posted: Nov 2, 2024
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Oct 30
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Dec 31
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12:01 AM
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11:59 PM
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Los Angeles, CA 90011
Kitchen volunteering is a great fit for volunteers who like working in a team while also interacting with DWC participants. Why: A home-cooked meal is one of the most important needs in our Day Center, and is often the way that unhoused folks new to the area find out about DWC and our services. Who: Downtown Women's Center's Kitchen served over 116, 747 meals in 2023 alone: our incredible Kitchen team serves three nutritious meals seven days a week and offers an important space for women and gender diverse individuals to connect and share a meal with each other. What to Expect: Kitchen volunteers help with meal preparation (e.g. chopping and measuring), keeping the kitchen clean and organized (e.g. wiping counters, organizing the food pantry and cabinets), and serving our delicious meals to participants. Help with meal preparation (e.g. chopping and measuring) Keep the kitchen clean and organized (e.g. wiping counters, organizing the food pantry and cabinets) Serving our delicious meals to participants What's Required: Must be over age 18 Please do not wear open-toed shoes, heels, shorts, crop tops, or sleeveless shirts Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below. This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, Downtown Women's Center. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety _____________________________________________________________________ By clicking "Express Interest" I certify I have read and agree to the Volunteer Terms and Conditions.
Date Posted: Nov 2, 2024
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Oct 30
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Dec 31
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12:01 AM
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11:59 PM
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Los Angeles, CA 90011
The Downtown women's Center's Permanent Supportive Housing Program provides 119 units of comfortable, safe, and affordable housing without time limits as residents work towards personal stability. Why: As a Residence Host volunteering in the lobby of our Permanent Supportive Residence, you can help create a welcoming atmosphere while providing staff with much-needed support with special projects, breaks, etc. Who: At Downtown Women's Center, we believe housing is a human right, and our first priority is to provide women with safe, permanent housing above all else. What to Expect: 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 want to work directly with our residents. Welcome residents and guests Answering the phone and door Signing for packages Light administrative tasks What's Required: Must be over the age of 18 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). Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below. This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, Downtown Women's Center. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety _____________________________________________________________________ By clicking "Express Interest" I certify I have read and agree to the Volunteer Terms and Conditions.
Date Posted: Nov 2, 2024