Volunteer: Make a Difference, Become a Mentor (My Pathway to Health)!

Volunteermatch; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Make a Difference, Become a Mentor (My Pathway to Health)!

UNITE-LA is currently recruiting mentors for its My Pathway to Health program.

My Pathway to Health is a paid, work-based learning opportunity connecting youth aged 18-24 to careers in allied health.

Mentors will be paired with participants for 1:1 zoom breakout sessions, lasting up to one hour. Sessions are scheduled twice over a 5-week period (June 24th - July 24th) based on availability, with a third session afterward.

No healthcare experience is required for mentors.

You can support by providing guidance on resumes and career development.

Mission Statement

UNITE-LA is a School-to-Career (STC) partnership facilitating initiatives across the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), and the City of Los Angeles. We create diverse, enriching programs that connect classroom learning with real-world experiences, fostering a seamless transition from school to career.

Description

• Student Involvement: UNITE-LA serves approximately 800,000 to 900,000 students across over 660 school sites and 240 learning centers within LAUSD, as well as nine community colleges in Los Angeles. We work with in- and out-of-school youth, numerous non-profit and city agencies, and community organizations to promote lifelong learning, academic achievement, and career success from early childhood onward.

Business/Professional Involvement

Employers and professional organizations play a vital role in UNITE-LA and School-to-Career. They support through in-class speaking, workplace tours, job shadowing, mentoring, internships, scholarships, and career fairs, contributing significantly to our program's success.

CAUSE AREAS

Education & Literacy

Employment

WHEN

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Weekdays - Daytime

WHERE

This is a virtual opportunity with no fixed address.