Volunteer: Pathways: Yoga Instructor (Thursday)Description of Duties: The Yoga Instructor Volunteer is responsible for leading and engaging moderate yoga classes in a group setting. The Yoga Volunteer will demonstrate and explain how to perform various poses and movements suitable for people of all experience levels, including seniors. The Yoga Instructor Volunteer will observe participants do poses and ensure that they are using correct technique and provide alternatives for participants unable to perform certain movements.
Impact: The Pathways to Wellness volunteer plays an important role in creating a welcoming and professional environment for all staff, participants and visitors that come to MEND.
Specific Responsibilities: Lead, instruct, and motivate groups of participants in yoga using a yoga mat for seating or balancing poses. Promote the benefits of yoga such as relaxation, tension release in muscles/joints, and boost strength, flexibility, and mental well-being. Ensure yoga classes are manageable for all participants. Ensure classes begin on time and end on time. Ensure an appropriate music playlist is prepared ahead of time. Assist and answer participants yoga-related questions and ensure safety standards are met.
Skills/Experience/Resources/Certifications Needed: Yoga teacher training and previous experience in leading a yoga class, bilingual, strong customer service, and professional demeanor demonstrate cultural competence and be sensitive to vulnerable populations leading with empathy and inclusiveness. Must be CPR Certified.
Dress Code: Dress in a way that allows for comfort, flexibility, and functionality. Wear clean and appropriate clothing that contributes to a professional appearance. Wear non-slip comfortable shoes. Covid-19 Vaccination and Masking: MEND follows the LA Public Health Guidelines for COVID-19 cases isolation and close contact. While at MEND masks are optional. Program: Pathways to Wellness Description of Duties: The Yoga Instructor Volunteer is responsible for leading and engaging moderate yoga classes in a group setting. The Yoga Volunteer will demonstrate and explain how to perform various poses and movements suitable for people of all experience levels, including seniors. The Yoga Instructor Volunteer will observe participants do poses and ensure that they are using correct technique and provide alternatives for participants unable to perform certain movements.
Impact: The Pathways to Wellness volunteer plays an important role in creating a welcoming and professional environment for all staff, participants and visitors that come to MEND.
Specific Responsibilities: Lead, instruct, and motivate groups of participants in yoga using a yoga mat for seating or balancing poses. Promote the benefits of yoga such as relaxation, tension release in muscles/joints, and boost strength, flexibility, and mental well-being. Ensure yoga classes are manageable for all participants. Ensure classes begin on time and end on time. Ensure an appropriate music playlist is prepared ahead of time. Assist and answer participants yoga-related questions and ensure safety standards are met.
Skills/Experience/Resources/Certifications Needed: Yoga teacher training and previous experience in leading a yoga class, bilingual, strong customer service, and professional demeanor demonstrate cultural competence and be sensitive to vulnerable populations leading with empathy and inclusiveness. Must be CPR Certified.
Dress Code: Dress in a way that allows for comfort, flexibility, and functionality. Wear clean and appropriate clothing that contributes to a professional appearance. Wear non-slip comfortable shoes. Covid-19 Vaccination and Masking: MEND follows the LA Public Health Guidelines for COVID-19 cases isolation and close contact. While at MEND masks are optional. Program: Pathways to Wellness Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 91331 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pathways: Yoga Instructor (1st Saturday of every month)Description of Duties: The Yoga Instructor Volunteer is responsible for leading and engaging moderate yoga classes in a group setting. The Yoga Volunteer will demonstrate and explain how to perform various poses and movements suitable for people of all experience levels, including seniors. The Yoga Instructor Volunteer will observe participants do poses and ensure that they are using correct technique and provide alternatives for participants unable to perform certain movements.
Impact: The Pathways to Wellness volunteer plays an important role in creating a welcoming and professional environment for all staff, participants and visitors that come to MEND.
Specific Responsibilities: Lead, instruct, and motivate groups of participants in yoga using a yoga mat for seating or balancing poses. Promote the benefits of yoga such as relaxation, tension release in muscles/joints, and boost strength, flexibility, and mental well-being. Ensure yoga classes are manageable for all participants. Ensure classes begin on time and end on time. Ensure an appropriate music playlist is prepared ahead of time. Assist and answer participants yoga-related questions and ensure safety standards are met.
Skills/Experience/Resources/Certifications Needed: Yoga teacher training and previous experience in leading a yoga class, bilingual, strong customer service, and professional demeanor demonstrate cultural competence and be sensitive to vulnerable populations leading with empathy and inclusiveness. Must be CPR Certified.
Dress Code: Dress in a way that allows for comfort, flexibility, and functionality. Wear clean and appropriate clothing that contributes to a professional appearance. Wear non-slip comfortable shoes. Covid-19 Vaccination and Masking: MEND follows the LA Public Health Guidelines for COVID-19 cases isolation and close contact. While at MEND masks are optional. Program: Pathways to Wellness Description of Duties: The Yoga Instructor Volunteer is responsible for leading and engaging moderate yoga classes in a group setting. The Yoga Volunteer will demonstrate and explain how to perform various poses and movements suitable for people of all experience levels, including seniors. The Yoga Instructor Volunteer will observe participants do poses and ensure that they are using correct technique and provide alternatives for participants unable to perform certain movements.
Impact: The Pathways to Wellness volunteer plays an important role in creating a welcoming and professional environment for all staff, participants and visitors that come to MEND.
Specific Responsibilities: Lead, instruct, and motivate groups of participants in yoga using a yoga mat for seating or balancing poses. Promote the benefits of yoga such as relaxation, tension release in muscles/joints, and boost strength, flexibility, and mental well-being. Ensure yoga classes are manageable for all participants. Ensure classes begin on time and end on time. Ensure an appropriate music playlist is prepared ahead of time. Assist and answer participants yoga-related questions and ensure safety standards are met.
Skills/Experience/Resources/Certifications Needed: Yoga teacher training and previous experience in leading a yoga class, bilingual, strong customer service, and professional demeanor demonstrate cultural competence and be sensitive to vulnerable populations leading with empathy and inclusiveness. Must be CPR Certified.
Dress Code: Dress in a way that allows for comfort, flexibility, and functionality. Wear clean and appropriate clothing that contributes to a professional appearance. Wear non-slip comfortable shoes. Covid-19 Vaccination and Masking: MEND follows the LA Public Health Guidelines for COVID-19 cases isolation and close contact. While at MEND masks are optional. Program: Pathways to Wellness Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 91331 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Forever Fabulous Feast VolunteerDescription of Duties: Volunteers will play an important role in supporting MEND’s Forever Fabulous Feast, a joyful holiday celebration for seniors ages 55 and older. They will help ensure the event runs smoothly from start to finish by assisting with setup, guest service, and cleanup. Volunteers will help foster a welcoming and festive environment where every guest feels appreciated and cared for. Impact: Support MEND’s annual Forever Fabulous Feast, a special holiday celebration honoring 100 senior community members ages 55 and older. This event provides a joyful experience with breakfast, entertainment, gifts, and food bags. Volunteers will play a key role in ensuring that guests feel welcomed, cared for, and celebrated. Specific Responsibilities: Volunteers will assist with setting up tables, decorations, and serving areas before the event and help clean up afterward. They will welcome and register senior guests, take breakfast orders, and serve plates, coffee, and tea. Volunteers will also help distribute gifts and food bags and support MEND staff with any tasks needed throughout the event. Skills/Experience/Resources/Certifications Needed: Volunteers should have a friendly, patient, and compassionate attitude when interacting with seniors. They must be comfortable standing, walking, and carrying up to 20 lbs as part of their duties. The ability to follow directions, work cooperatively as part of a team, and maintain a positive attitude is essential. Volunteers must also have reliable transportation and arrive on time. Dress Code: Holiday spirit is encouraged—volunteers may wear festive but appropriate attire. Closed-toe shoes are required for safety, and clothing should be comfortable and suitable for serving food and participating in setup and cleanup activities. Time Commitment: This is a one-time volunteer opportunity taking place on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., which includes setup and cleanup time. Covid-19 Vaccination and Masking: MEND follows the LA Public Health Guidelines for COVID-19 cases (isolation) and close contact. While at MEND masks are optional. The above volunteer description serves to provide a summary of duties and responsibilities as a Volunteer at MEND. Volunteers do not receive compensation for services provided and should have no assurance or reason to expect pay or employment from the volunteer activity. Volunteers are not eligible for any benefits, including unemployment or workers' compensation. Program: Pathways to Wellness Description of Duties: Volunteers will play an important role in supporting MEND’s Forever Fabulous Feast, a joyful holiday celebration for seniors ages 55 and older. They will help ensure the event runs smoothly from start to finish by assisting with setup, guest service, and cleanup. Volunteers will help foster a welcoming and festive environment where every guest feels appreciated and cared for. Impact: Support MEND’s annual Forever Fabulous Feast, a special holiday celebration honoring 100 senior community members ages 55 and older. This event provides a joyful experience with breakfast, entertainment, gifts, and food bags. Volunteers will play a key role in ensuring that guests feel welcomed, cared for, and celebrated. Specific Responsibilities: Volunteers will assist with setting up tables, decorations, and serving areas before the event and help clean up afterward. They will welcome and register senior guests, take breakfast orders, and serve plates, coffee, and tea. Volunteers will also help distribute gifts and food bags and support MEND staff with any tasks needed throughout the event. Skills/Experience/Resources/Certifications Needed: Volunteers should have a friendly, patient, and compassionate attitude when interacting with seniors. They must be comfortable standing, walking, and carrying up to 20 lbs as part of their duties. The ability to follow directions, work cooperatively as part of a team, and maintain a positive attitude is essential. Volunteers must also have reliable transportation and arrive on time. Dress Code: Holiday spirit is encouraged—volunteers may wear festive but appropriate attire. Closed-toe shoes are required for safety, and clothing should be comfortable and suitable for serving food and participating in setup and cleanup activities. Time Commitment: This is a one-time volunteer opportunity taking place on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., which includes setup and cleanup time. Covid-19 Vaccination and Masking: MEND follows the LA Public Health Guidelines for COVID-19 cases (isolation) and close contact. While at MEND masks are optional. The above volunteer description serves to provide a summary of duties and responsibilities as a Volunteer at MEND. Volunteers do not receive compensation for services provided and should have no assurance or reason to expect pay or employment from the volunteer activity. Volunteers are not eligible for any benefits, including unemployment or workers' compensation. Program: Pathways to Wellness Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Dec 9, 2025 Zip Code: 91331 Allow Groups: Yes |