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Dear Jobs for Youth Members,
Here we are, going into week eight of the shelter-in-place order, and you know what? You're doing a great job. We know that this situation is challenging, and we are all experiencing a wide-range of difficult experiences and emotions. No matter what you're going through right now, remember to give yourself a little grace, a little compassion, a little understanding. You are doing your best just like everyone else, and what you are doing is enough.
This month, like last month, we are sharing essential resiliency-building resources, with a few new additions. In this newsletter, you'll find:
- Jobs that you can apply for or share with anyone who needs work at this time
- Food, emergency, and immigration resources
- Mental health resources
- Volunteer opportunities that you can do from home
- Ways to stay engaged and keep learning while you shelter in place
And as always, we are here for you. If you need help writing a resume, applying to a job, or any thing at all (and we truly mean anything), reach out to us at jobsforyouth@smcgov.org. We will do our best to help you or will connect you to someone who can.
Keep staying safe. You've got this. We've got this.
In solidarity,
Jobs for Youth
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JOBS: HIRING NOW
The websites below can help you or your family members find work during the pandemic.
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LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA: A free one-stop website for jobs, skills training, and emergency resources during the pandemic. This website is for any Californian who has lost their job due to Covid-19. SIGN UP
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LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE BAY: This list is regularly updated with jobs in the Bay area that are available during the pandemic. New additions include manufacturing, customer service, software engineering, and healthcare jobs. FIND A JOB
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Do you need help creating a resume or figuring out how to complete an application form? Reach out to us at jobsforyouth@smcgov.org for assistance.
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FOOD, SHELTER, & IMMIGRATION SERVICES
The organizations below can help with emergency services, including food, shelter, and other basic needs.
CALL 211
Professionals at the County of San Mateo can help connect you with local food, shelter, and other resources. This number is for non-medical, non-emergency needs. If you are experiencing an emergency, dial 911.
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Local agencies can evaluate your needs and help you find food, shelter, and other critical needs. Find your community under "Areas Served" and call the number listed for help. FIND YOUR LOCAL AGENCY
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StarVista provides crisis support, counseling, emergency housing, and other services for children, teenagers, adults, and families. CALL THE CRISIS HOTLINE: 650-579-0350 OR VISIT STARVISTA ONLINE FMI. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911.
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MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
The following resources can help if you are experiencing stress or need support during this time.
CRISIS HOTLINES
The following resources can help you during times of crisis. If you are experiencing an emergency, dial 911.
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CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES To report child abuse (800) 632-4615
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COMMUNITY OVERCOMING RELATIONSHIP ABUSE: (800) 300-1080
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NATIONAL RUNAWAY SAFELINE: (800) RUNAWAY
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NATIONAL SUICIDE LINE: (800) SUICIDE
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NATIONAL TEEN CRISIS LINE: Text “listen” to 741741
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STARVISTA CRISIS HOTLINE For food, shelter, counseling (650) 579-0350
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TREVOR PROJECT Support for LGBTQ+ youth (866) 488-738
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Shadow's Edge is a video game designed to help you cope during stressful life experiences. CHECK OUT THE GAME.
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Taking a moment to breath or meditate can improve your emotional well-being, mental health, and relationships with others. This resource page has guided calming activities for the different emotions you might be feeling. TRY A CALMING ACTIVITY.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
If you're looking for a way to help your community or to develop your skills during the pandemic, check out the following volunteer platforms.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Staying at home is still the best way to help others. If you are considering a volunteer opportunity, remember that the safety of yourself and those you live with comes first. It is safest to participate in a virtual volunteer opportunity that you can do from home. If you want to help in person, make sure that the organization has strong health and safety practices, wear a mask at all times, remember to keep 6 feet of distance from others at all times, wash your hands regularly, and do not touch your face.
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You can sign up for volunteer opportunities throughout San Mateo County here. SIGN UP HERE.
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Volunteer Match has a list of organizations around the country with virtual and local volunteer opportunities. CHECK OUT THE LIST.
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STAY ENGAGED FOR FREE
Keep learning and exploring the world while you shelter in place.
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The Bay Area Book Festival has virtual events happening all month long. They will have talks on young adult fiction, voting rights, wellness, and more! The vast majority of events are free. GO TO A BOOK TALK.
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Read your favorite magazine for free using the RBDIgital or Flipster app and your library card. READ A MAGAZINE.
(P.S. Don't have a library card? You can apply for one online to access free online services.) |
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