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Volunteers of all backgrounds come to La Coalición to make a difference in the community. We offer various volunteer and internship positions in areas such as: Advocacy, Human Services, Information and Referrals, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Immigration, Adult ESL Education, and Cultural Events. Our volunteers are highly valued and frequently describe their work as personally rewarding.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out and send us a volunteer application or contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Bonnie Carter, at bcarter@latinamericancoalition.org or 704-941-6735 for more information.
Current Volunteer Needs
Account Development Assistant
Hrs/Week: 5-10
The main role of the volunteer or intern is to expand the network of employers affiliated with the Workforce Development Program. Volunteer/intern reports directly to Program Coordinator. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Education, Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Spanish, or Latin American Studies.
Administrative Assistant
2-10 hours/week
Volunteers are needed to help us with all administrative tasks. This position would be a perfect match for students or professionals who enjoy organizational activities. Unless volunteer or intern expresses an interest in a specific program, he/she will float between programs to provide administrative support.
AZUCAR!
June 1, 2012
Experience the rhythms of salsa, Cuban son, and other Caribbean sounds, foods, dances, and good time.
Date: Friday, June 1, 2012
Location: The Neighborhood Theatre
511 E 36 St
Charlotte, NC 28205
Bilingual Story Time Assistant
Hrs/Week: 2.5
Volunteer will work directly with the Bilingual Outreach Coordinator from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Library and the Resource Center Coordinator from the Latin American Coalition to conduct a weekly bilingual storytime called “Conexiones que Cuentan.” Each session is meant to engage Spanish speaking families in a fun and energetic learning environment while promoting early literacy, and strengthening the connection between parents and their young children. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Social Work, Education, Human Services, Latin American Studies, or Spanish.
Client Satisfaction Survey Assistant
Hrs/Week: 2.5
Volunteer will work directly with the Resource Center Coordinator to conduct satisfaction surveys to clientele who have received services from the Latin American Coalition. The client satisfaction survey is designed to improve the programs and services of the Coalition. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Social Work, Human Services, Latin American Studies, or Spanish.
Computer Literacy Instructor
Hrs/Week: 5-10 depending on class level.
The mail role of this intern or volunteer is to prepare and lead a computer course in Spanish. The content of the course is determined by the intern and approved by the Workforce Development Coordinator. Courses can be of varying levels of difficulty such as: introductory, intermediate, and advanced. Interns report directly to the Workforce Development Coordinator. This position would be ideal for students in the following fields: Social Work, Computer Science, Education, International Studies, Human Services, Spanish, or Latin American Studies.
Employment Specialist
Hrs/Week: 5-10
The Workforce Development Program assists clients by providing employment workshops for laborers, access to job opportunities, and connections to sustainable career pathways. To better assist clients in their job search, this volunteer will lead a weekly resume workshop (taller de hoja de vidas) in Spanish to help clients edit their current resumes, create a new resume, and to conduct mock interviews. Resume workshops are held every Wednesday morning. This position would be ideal for students in the following fields: Social Work, International Studies, Human Services, Spanish, Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or Latin American Studies.
ESL Tutor
Hrs/Week: 1.5-2
Assist adult English language learners with specific questions or areas they would like to work on. Tutors report directly to the ESL Coordinator. Previous experience teaching is helpful, but not required. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Education, ESL Instruction, Spanish, Sociology, Social Work, English, or Adult Education.
Executive Assistant
Hrs/Week: 20
This dynamic position supports the Coalition’s Executive Director by providing project management, and administrative support. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Community Development, or Organizational Studies.
Immigrant Rights Program Assistant
Hrs/Week: 12-15
Provide general administrative support to the Immigration Rights Program. This position is not a substitute for paralegal training. Volunteer reports directly to Program Director. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Public Law, Political Science, International Studies, Paralegal, or Latin American Studies.
Job Bank Assistant
Hrs/Week: 4-10
The main role of the Job Bank Assistant is to coordinate the management of the job announcement bulletin and work one on one with clients to overcome barriers to achieving gainful employment. Volunteer or intern reports directly to Program Director. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Career Development, Education, Spanish, or Human Resources Management.
Law Student/Paralegal Volunteer
Hrs/Week: 10-15
Assist BIA Accredited Representative with a range of immigration related cases including: family based petitions and applications, motions, waivers, TPS, asylum, NACARA, VAWA, U and T Visas, and related services. Excellent opportunity to gain critical practical and substantive skills in the field of immigration law, become knowledgeable in issues related to detention and deportation, and assist in development of comprehensive immigrant rights program. The volunteer will have direct interaction with clients through every phase of the case life-cycle. This position will be ideal for second and third year law students.
Naturalization Workshop Assistant
May 12, 2012
We are seeking BILINGUAL (English/Spanish) volunteers to assist clients with completing online forms for various citizenship workshops. To view all available dates and to register, click the "apply now" button.
Neighbor to Neighbor Assistant
Hrs/Week: 4-8
The main function of this volunteer or intern is to take on the role of “co-investigator” with our clients. This may include assisting clients with questions regarding the use of computers, internet, or windows, and looking up general information. Volunteer/intern must commit to at least three months and reports directly to the Resource Center Manager. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Computer Science, Spanish, Adult Education, or Social Work.
Resource Center Assistant
Hrs/Week: 5-10
The Resource Center is the first point of contact the Latin American Coalition has with all of its clients. It is the central hub of the organization, connecting Latino families to the resources available in the community. The main role of the intern is to assist with providing services to clients by registering walk-ins, answering phone calls, providing information in a timely manner, updating information resources, and conducting further research on specific projects. Intern will report directly to the Resource Center Manager and Resource Center Coordinator. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Social Work, Education, International Studies, Human Services, Spanish, or Latin American Studies.
Volunteer Services Assistant
Hrs/Week: 8-10
The Volunteer Services Program supports LAC’s staff and the mission of the organization. Volunteer or intern reports to Volunteer Coordinator. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Nonprofit Management, Human Resources Management, Public Affairs, or Latin American Studies.
Women's Advocate
Hrs/Week: Must be on call
Women’s Advocates are court advocates that act as part of a support system for female victims of domestic violence. Volunteers should be available on an “on call” basis and would report directly to the Resource Center Manager. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Social Work, Education, Women’s and Gender Studies, Human Services, Latin American Studies, or Spanish.
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