Opportunity Details
Volunteer assisting clients with their job search Downtown!!
Make a meaningful difference by volunteering with Chrysalis to help job seekers build resumes and practice interviews!
Why: For over 40 years, Chrysalis has been dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for its clients. As a volunteer, you'll join a team that is passionate about building brighter futures. Choosing Chrysalis means choosing to make an immediate and lasting impact in your community. We invite you to join us and help empower individuals to reach their full potential!
Who: Chrysalis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for homeless and low-income individuals by providing the resources and support needed to find and retain employment
What to Expect:
- Build Resumes – Empower Job Seekers!
- Work one-on-one with clients to create or improve their resumes.
- Provide Practice Interviews – Boost Confidence!
- Conduct mock interviews with clients to help them prepare for real-life interview scenarios.
- Assist with Online Job Applications & Cover Letters – Open Doors to New Careers!
- Guide clients through the process of completing online job applications.
What's Required:
- Attend a volunteer information/training session
- Sign Agreement forms
- complete shadowing of service with staff before being shadowed
- Availability during our operating hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Proficient computer skills & comfortability with Google Drive and Outlook
- Minimum six-month commitment
- Ability to volunteer every other week for an hour at a minimum (weekly is also an option)
- Ability to report to a Chrysalis center
- 18 years or older
- Adherence to Chrysalis policies, procedures, and processes
- Patience and empathy to support clients of diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
- Strong communication skills to provide clear guidance and constructive feedback.
- Adaptability to meet clients where they are in their job search journey.
- Encouragement and positivity to empower clients as they build their confidence.
Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.
This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, Chrysalis.
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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Homelessness
Other,Counseling,Mentoring/Youth Development
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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