Program Summary:
Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA) is a community-based, local economic development organization which has engaged individuals and small businesses in community-building strategies for over 40 years. Our mission is to achieve economic justice for San Francisco’s low and moderate income Latino families through asset development. Four years ago, MEDA launched Plaza Adelante, a one-stop financial and asset development center. Plaza Adelante Tech Center (PATC) provides digital literacy training, employment training, job placement and career advancement opportunities. All trainings are provided in both Spanish and English. Plaza Adelante Tech Center helps families learn about free and low cost broadband and computer options, to ensure families are connected to the internet at home and can use the computer and internet for academic and economic success. In November, MEDA opened our Mission Neighborhood Access Point, a technology hub for families who don’t have access to the internet at home, and for low-income job seekers to learn new skills and search for jobs.
Purpose:
Share your computer skills with low-income job seekers! The Computer Lab volunteer will work with clients and provide support as they learn basic computer skills and seek employment opportunities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Welcome clients to the MNAP and help create a friendly atmosphere
- Orient new clients to policies and help them with required paperwork
- Help teach basic computer skills: setting up emails, uploading attachments, etc.
- Assist with online job and housing searches
- Maintain confidentiality of all client information.
Qualifications:
- Skilled with Microsoft Office, and internet searches
- Ability to work with the public in a helpful and supportive manner.
- Friendly, positive, professional demeanor
- Must be extremely reliable and able to follow through on commitments.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with people from diverse cultures and life circumstances.
- Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are preferred
Benefits:
- Help make a substantial difference in the lives of clients and directly contribute to their success
- Be engaged in the Mission community and give back to its residents
- Have a fun time meeting new people
- Opportunity to share your skills and knowledge
Time Commitment:
- Three hours per week
- The computer lab is open during regular business hours Mon-Fri
- We ask for a 6 month commitment
For more information, please contact Leo Sosa: lsosa@medasf.org or (415) 282-3334 ext. 105.
