Project for Pride in Living is looking for individuals who would like to volunteer within our Access Lab on a weekly basis.
The shift is 3.5 hours each week on either Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday.
9:00am-12:30pm or 12:30pm-4:00pm
Access Lab volunteers will work with our participants on a variety of tasks that could include resume review, job searches, helping participants build up keyboarding skills, giving guidance on how to fill out online job applications, pointing participants to other resources and programs that could be helpful to them and more.
Please review ideal skillset list below to see if your talents could be beneficial to this volunteer opportunity.
Ideal Skillset:
Digital & Computer Skills
Microsoft Office
Proficient in Microsoft Word
Familiarity with Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications
Google Tools
Basic internet search skills
Familiarity with Google Docs, Google Drive, and other Google applications
Ability to set up and manage a Gmail account
Computer & Device Use
Ability to use a PC, including logging in and managing passwords
Familiarity with iPhones and/or Android smartphones and mobile applications
Basic keyboarding skills
Email & Mobile Communication
Sending and receiving emails on both computer and mobile devices
Text messaging and voicemail use
Organizing emails using folders (e.g., resumes, job search correspondence)
Internet Navigation & Research
Understanding internet addresses (URLs) and website navigation
Locating and using employer websites, including finding Careers/Jobs pages
Researching employers, industries, job fields, and career interests online
Job Search & Employment Tools
Conducting basic job searches using Indeed and other job boards
Understanding the capabilities and limitations of job boards
Searching databases and company career sites
Job Search Strategies
Using online and offline job search methods
Networking and making professional contacts
Approaching employers directly, seeking referrals, and responding to help-wanted postings
File Management & Data Storage
Understanding how computers organize files and folders
Saving, organizing, and retrieving digital documents
Using flash drives and other storage methods to manage files
Note: This opportunity does require an interview and a background check before a volunteer can be referred to volunteer for programming.
