Opportunity Details
Friendly Greeter at Braille Institute Campus
Volunteer Greeters at Braille Institute welcome and assist visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
Who: Braille Institute is committed to eliminating blindness and severe sight loss as barriers to a fulfilling life.
Why: Through educational training, programs, and services, Braille Institute helps tens of thousands of people each year regain and maintain their independence. Braille's educational, social, and recreational programs are provided in an environment of hope and encouragement, seeking to reinforce the confidence, self-esteem, and dignity of those who are visually impaired and enabling them to live, attend school, and work as they choose.
What to Expect:
- Assist visitors as needed
- Answer general questions about programs and services
- Assist visitors with verbal directions and/or escort clients when needed
- Assist with simple tasks in the cafeteria in the mornings and at lunch
- Identify safety issues for staff to address
- Assist departments with light clerical duties as needed
- Training and orientation provided
What's Required:
- No experience with the blind and vision community is necessary
- Ability to communicate professionally
- Available at least 2-3 hours per week, preferred
Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.
This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, Braille Institute.
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
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Education, Civic & Community
People with Disabilities
Other,Administrative Support/Clerical
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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