Share After-School Program Support for Youth (Ages 8-18) at A Place Called Home

Volunteer as an after-school program support, ensuring that L.A Youth have a safe, communal space to relax!

Why: Your volunteering will directly contribute to the emotional well-being of youth in L.A.

Who: At A Place Called Home, our mission is to inspire, encourage, and support the young people in South Los Angeles to achieve social, emotional, and economic success.

• Ensure member safety by monitoring the room and its occupants to create a safe, welcoming environment for all APCH youth
• Be attentive to any potential conflicts, unsafe behavior or emergencies, and respond accordingly if needed
• Uphold APCH agency policies
• Actively ensure all members adhere to organizational rules, including behavior expectations and respect for others
• Encourage positive interactions
• Foster a sense of belonging by encouraging respectful communication and promoting constructive engagement among members
• Provide a consistent presence
• Serve as a reliable adult role model by maintaining a calm, approachable demeanor and being available for guidance or support if needed
• Report and communicate issues, and inform staff promptly of any incidents or concerns - such as rule violations, safety hazards or member well-being issues - to ensure proper follow-up

• Age 18 years or older AND post high school required; Age 21 preferred
• Bilingual English-Spanish preferred, but not required
• Strong communication, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Experience and comfortability working with youth (ages 8-18) and an understanding of the developmental needs of youth
• Group management is highly preferred and appreciated
• Ability to enforce policies with fairness and consistency
• Animated and outgoing spirit
• Patience, reliability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work within an active, potentially noisy environment, and to foster a welcoming, safe, nurturing atmosphere is required
  • Please reach out to the opportunity coordinator below for onboarding requirements, orientation, and mandated reporter training.
  • Background Check (only applicable for people who are 18 years or older): Individual must complete a fingerprint-based background check administered by a live scan operator (this includes a fee of approximately $30)
    PLEASE NOTE: To begin the background check process, an individual must provide identification and an APCH-issued REQUEST FOR LIVE SCAN SERVICE form to the live scan operator

Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below. 

This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, A Place Called Home.  

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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