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Workforce Development Associate-HCV

Volunteer opportunity

Volunteer opportunity posted by: Northern Virginia Family Service

Posted on: June 27, 2013

Volunteer Opportunity description

The Workforce Development Associate provides crucial program support ensuring clients receive excellent service during their job search so they can find stable employment and improve their lives.

Duties:

  • Update and maintain program database, verify accuracy of data, and merge data to create unified spreadsheets
  • Meet one-on-one with clients to assist them with writing resumes and with completing job applications
  • Help clients search for jobs on Craigslist as well as company websites
  • Send emails responding to ads for clients who need help completing the application process
  • Assist clients in writing ads that highlight their skills so they can promote their services
  • Assist clients with follow-up calls and emails to find out the status of their job application
  • Follow up with clients about their job status once they have received job search assistance to track their progress and see if they need additional support
  • Prepare and attend workshops with coordinator to teach clients important job training skills

Qualifications:

  • Spanish language fluency
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills
  • Strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Successful completion of a criminal background check

Benefits:

  • Strengthen and develop teaching and interpersonal communication skills
  • Improve job search and job training skills

How to apply

To apply for this position, please send your resume to volunteer@nvfs.org with the name of the position as subject line.

Location

5827 Columbia Pike, Falls Church, Virginia, 22041, United States

Time Commitment

Duration
3 months or longer
Time commitment
Occasional (weekly or monthly)
Times of day
Mornings
Afternoons
Days of week
Weekdays
Schedule
Flexible schedule
Start and end dates
Spanish Speakers

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