Metropolitan Family Services Howard Evanston Community Center

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Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
Employment
Hunger
Immigrants & Refugees

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7648 N. PaulinaChicago, IL 60626 United States

Website:

https://www.metrofamily.org/community_center/hecc/

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Active Opportunities (2)

Food Pantry Volunteer

Flexible Schedule | Chicago, IL 60626

*After filling out the "I Want to Help" button you will receive another email to fill out application* General Description: Food Pantry Volunteer Team members work with HECC staff to receive and sort food donations and prepare food packages for distribution to clients. Volunteer team members help keep the Food Pantry well-organized and operating efficiently. Time Commitment: Must be able to keep a consistent schedule and have availability during at least one of the time slots listed below. Mondays: 12:00pm - 4:30pm Wednesdays: 8:00am - 12:30pm Fridays: 8:00am - 12:00pm Note: Individuals who desire to volunteer during the Friday shift need to be able to lift 50lbs as they will be unloading the truck. We also deliver food to seniors the second Tuesday of the month in the morning. Duties/Responsibilities: Unload deliveries from Greater Chicago Area Food Depository Truck and other Pantry partners Sort and clean fresh products Sort, stock, and rotate food shelves Date food products Dispose of expired food Reorganize food and supplies, as needed Clean and disinfect shelves and floor Break down cardboard boxes for weekly recycling Prepare food bags for distribution Assist in distribution of food to clients Assist with paperwork, as assigned Qualifications: Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Ability to lift boxed food items (10 - 50 lbs.) Able to work as part of a volunteer team Flexibility and ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment Positive attitude Able to keep to consistent schedule Volunteers must be vaccinated and wear a mask while in the building.

Date Posted: 2024-11-15
Adult ESL Tutor

Flexible Schedule | Chicago, IL 60626

*After filling out the "I Want to Help" button you will receive another email to fill out application* General Description: Volunteer tutors assist adult learners with literacy, numeracy, English language skills, digital literacy, or citizenship in a supportive environment. Tutors encourage and support students by helping them develop confidence and a positive attitude about education. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Meet with student(s) weekly for 1:1 or small group tutoring sessions for 1 - 2 hours per week for a minimum of six months Engage students in the decision-making process of developing an education plan and setting goals Plan and design lessons and activities that support the students’ educational goals. Review and select appropriate instructional materials that reflect the students’ interests and levels Maintain a positive and encouraging learning environment that acknowledges and celebrates the students’ progress Complete and submit required paperwork, including attendance records, goal sheets, and student progress reports, in a timely manner Maintain professional boundaries with students Refer students to other HECC services, as needed, in consultation with the Adult Education Manager Stay informed about Adult Education programming through the newsletter and other communications and participate in professional development activities of interest Maintain in regular communication with the Volunteer Tutor Coordinator regarding your tutoring match Respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manner Honor student confidentiality QUALIFICATIONS: To perform the volunteer tutor responsibilities, an individual must: be at least 18 years of age complete a 12-hour tutor training, a HECC orientation and 2 hour classroom observation be able to relate to individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds have good listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills be dependable, prompt, flexible and patient

Date Posted: 2024-11-15

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Mission Statement

The mission of Metropolitan Family Services Howard Evanston Community Center is to assist low-income individuals and families in the greater Rogers Park and adjacent communities to stabilize their lives and to develop the social skills necessary to become effective community members

Description

Metropolitan Family Services Howard Evanston Community Center (HECC) is a social service agency that provides free education, employment, and health assistance programs for the greater Rogers Park area. Many of HECC’s services are life-sustaining. Individuals and families set their own goals, and HECC is here to lend a helping hand along their journey to success.

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