Drop In Support Volunteer

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About us
Tenacious. Empowering. Supportive. Humble. Compassionate. These are Mission Possible’s core values, and we’re searching for an Office Volunteer who resonates with these values. Mission Possible is a non-profit organization and social enterprise located in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. We support individuals challenged by homelessness, poverty, addiction, mental illness, and other barriers to employment to achieve a renewed sense of dignity and purpose through meaningful work. Through our Employment Readiness Program, and our social enterprises, MP Maintenance & MP Neighbours, we equip our program participants with the skills, confidence, and support they need to rejoin the workforce and rebuild a self-sustainable livelihood for themselves. 
 
About you:
We are looking for a reliable, compassionate, and empowering volunteer to support our Employment Readiness Program’s Drop-In Hours.
 
Position Type:
  • Volunteer Role
  • Supporting the Employment Readiness Program Drop-In Hours: Tuesdays 10:00am-11:30am and/or Fridays 11:30am-12:00pm
Duties:
 
  • Helping individuals update their resume
  • Helping individuals update/create their cover letter
  • Supporting individuals in preparing for interviews
  • Supporting individuals in applying for job
What you bring:
  • Patience
  • Empathy
  • Compassion
  • Non-judgement
  • Willingness to engage in conversation to build rapport with associates
  • Some knowledge of the Downtown Eastside community
We ask for a 6 month commitment.
 
Volunteers can choose which day they are available to volunteer.
 
You will volunteer alongside and report to the Employment Readiness Coordinator and/or the Employment Engagement Coordinator.
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