Volunteer Project Catalog
Koreatown Youth and Community Center
Status: Part-time, unpaid internship or volunteer position Site: Remote, with occasional in-person activities Time commitment: Minimum of 8 hours per week, for at least 3 months. Reports to: Alexa Kim, Communications Editor Duties: The Communications & Development Intern/Volunteer will work closely with Communications Editor to support all KYCC online channels, including social media and website, for agency wide outreach purposes. The intern/volunteer will assist with social media management on KYCC’s platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter), including content creation and scheduling posts for program updates and fundraising campaigns. They will also produce blog posts for KYCC website in support of agency events and support with translation (Korean or Spanish) for program related content. The intern will also support the Development team with upcoming special event related tasks as needed. Requirements: ● A high school diploma or equivalent; some college work; ● General computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; ● Familiarity with Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter; ● Prior event management, graphic design, photography, marketing, and/or professional experience preferred; ● Bilingual Spanish/English or Korean/English preferred, but not required; ● Excellent writing, communication, and organization skills; PLEASE NOTE, THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY AT CAPACITY. If you have any questions, or to apply or be added to the waitlist, please email your resume and work/portfolio sample to volunteer@kyccla.org and be sure to reference the position you'd like to apply for.
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Koreatown Youth and Community Center
Duties: This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to the improvement of programs and services designed to assist low-income families in becoming self-sufficient financially, academically, and emotionally. The FamilySource Center intern will assist the Intake Specialist in accomplishing their daily tasks. Key responsibilities include: • Confirming appointments with potential clients via phone • Assists with data entry and documentation support as needed • Assists clients in completing necessary paperwork • Participates in meetings and trainings when appropriate This internship offers a unique chance to blend data management skills with a commitment to community service, making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families served by the FamilySource Center. Location: This is an in-person internship at the KYCC Menlo Office: 1230 S. Menlo Ave. Suite 100 Los Angeles, CA 90006. Time commitment: Minimum of 8 hours per week for at least 3 months. Hours must be completed across 2 to 3 shifts Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Qualifications and Requirements: • Minimum age of 18 years old due to the sensitive and personal nature of the information being handled • High School graduate or currently enrolled college student • Must have general computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy • Must be able to pass background check • Must submit proof of TB testing from within the past 12 months • Bilingual Spanish/English or Korean/English preferred, but not required PLEASE NOTE, THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY AT CAPACITY. If you have any questions, or to apply or be added to the waitlist, please email your resume and work/portfolio sample to volunteer@kyccla.org and be sure to reference the position you'd like to apply for.
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Koreatown Youth and Community Center
Kids Town is a full-day, year-round preschool in Koreatown for 72 children, ages 2.5 to 5 years. Through our Whole Child program, we focus not only on intellectual development, but also emotional well-being, social skills and physical activity. By nurturing children’s creativity and imagination by letting them explore their interests, we foster a lifelong love of learning. Since its establishment in 2004, Kids Town has graduated over 1,000 Kindergarten-ready students. Our educational philosophy emphasizes respect for other cultures, concern for the wider community, and an appreciation for nature. We allow children to move through the program at their own pace. Kids Town is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To learn more visit the Kids Town website at www.kidstownla.org. We are currently recruiting current Early Childhood Education (must be currently enrolled in an ECE program) interns as well as front office volunteers. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to volunteer@kyccla.org.
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Koreatown Youth and Community Center
Status: Part-time, unpaid internship Time commitment: Minimum of 10 hours per week, 2 days per week for at least 2 months. Reports to: Hiroko Makiyama, LCSW, Recovery Services Manager Key Responsibilities: ● Observe and support daily activities of the outpatient SUD treatment program ● Perform supervised counseling, assessment, treatment planning, case management, outreach, and education. ● Document services in EHR. ● Attend treatment team meetings. ● Participate in weekly supervision with LPHA. Requirements: ● Must be registered with an SUD counselor Certifying Organization recognized by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) before internship start date ● Must be enrolled in an accredited educational program studying to become an SUD Counselor ● Comfort working with issues of substance use, mental health, criminal background, and other potential barriers to economic self-sufficiency ● Awareness of cultural humility and able to work with a diverse population ● Professional, punctual, flexible and reliable ● Able to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner ● Demonstrable a working knowledge of the use and operation of personal computers and EHRs ● Provide background check clearance and negative TB test results
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Koreatown Youth and Community Center
The Safety Keepers Program empowers adult residents of the Westlake community to enhance their leadership and advocacy skills, as well as support the efforts of the MacArthur Park Community Initiative. Participants engage in advocacy-related activities and host engagement activities at MacArthur Park to promote community wellness. Safety Keepers advocates for creating a safer, cleaner, more vibrant MacArthur Park by reducing the environmental burden of hazardous waste from tobacco and cannabis products. Duties include: 1. Engaging with youth, adults, community groups and decision makers, planning and executing community events, receiving training on relevant topics, and attending weekly meetings. 2. Members will participate in trainings related to various topics related to issues surrounding safety and cleanliness at MacArthur Park. Additional topics include naloxone training, self defense, park clean ups, and others. Participants must be at least 18 years old. PLEASE NOTE, THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY AT CAPACITY. If you have any questions, or to apply or be added to the waitlist, please contact volunteer@kyccla.org and be sure to reference the position you'd like to apply for.
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