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6 people are interested
Therapeutic Childcare Volunteer Library Assistant
ORGANIZATION: Father Joe's Villages
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6 people are interested
There is a large number of books in the Therapeutic Childcare Center Library that need to be sorted through and organized on a weekly basis.
The Volunteer in this role should be able to decipher where certain books belong depending on age group and reading level.
- Duration: 1-2 hours per week.
- Weekdays, anytime between 11 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: TCC 3rd Floor (Library)
*No client interaction with this volunteer role.
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About Father Joe's Villages
Location:
1501 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92101, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to prevent and end homelessness, one life at a time. Our values are expressed in our CREED. They are the foundation of our work. (Compassion, Respect, Empathy, Empowerment, Dignity).
Description
Father Joe's Villages, is the largest provider of homeless services in Southern California. Established in 1950 to serve San Diegans experiencing homelessness and poverty, Father Joe’s Villages has grown to include a comprehensive campus and scattered-site programs that house over 2,000 people nightly.
At least 7,600 people are experiencing homelessness every night in San Diego. Of those, nearly 4,000 men, women and children lie down to sleep each night on sidewalks, in doorways, canyons and alleys. They live without regular access to food or water, and no place to use the bathroom, wash their hands, bathe or do laundry.
People who are homeless are at greater risk of serious illness, mental health issues, substance abuse and violence.
Our pillars of care inlcude Meeting Basic Needs, Investing in Children, Making Health a Priority, and Strengthening Self-sufficiency.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1501 Imperial AvenueSan Diego, CA 92101
DATE POSTED
July 31, 2024
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Reading / Writing
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 1-2 hours/week
- The Volunteer in this role should be able to decipher where certain books belong depending on age group and reading level.