Early Head Start Home Visitor Doula, Ounce of Prevention Fund, Chicago, IL

Early Head Start Home Visitor Doula

Posted on: September 19, 2014
Posted by: Ounce of Prevention Fund

POSITION SUMMARY

The Early Head Start Doula Home Visitor develops and maintains supportive strength based, culturally sensitive relationships with pregnant women and their families by providing education, physical and emotional support during all trimesters, labor and postpartum. The EHS Doula Home Visitor is responsible for ensuring that pregnant women and their families receive comprehensive home visiting and doula services to ensure the optimal development of pregnant women and their newborn babies helping them to establish healthy parent-child relationships. The EHS Doula Home Visitor ensures compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards and EHS Services to Pregnant Women requirements.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY TASKS

Program Implementation:

• Recruit and enroll families into the Doula Home Visiting Program
• Maintain a caseload of 12 pregnant women providing regular doula home visiting and 24/7 availability for attending births
• Ensure the EHS Services for Pregnant Women standards along with appropriate Head Start Program Performance Standards are in compliance
• Established trusting, nurturing relationships with pregnant women and their families
• Assist pregnant women in establishing goals and a birth plan for the Family Partnership Agreement and creating a plan for the accomplishment of the goals
• Provide ongoing support and guidance regarding the mental health and developmental needs of pregnant women
• Assists pregnant women and their families in accessing and documenting all needed health services including pre-natal visits, well child check ups, and mother post partum well being care
• Aid in the preparation of the pregnant woman and her family for the labor and delivery utilizing appropriate doula techniques both during home visits and in group based services
• Develop and facilitate prenatal education, advocacy and support parent groups
• Participate in Doula Trainings, conferences, workshops, IBTI training and other trainings as required by the program
• Obtain the needed community resources services and linkages for pregnant women
• Acts as an advocate for the pregnant woman; interprets and explains medical procedures
• Provide regular "first months of life" doula post partum home visits to all doula program mothers and newborns until they are enrolled in a cluster site or other infant child care programs
• Assist program mothers in transitioning into EHS child care programs or other infant child care programs
• Assist with community outreach efforts targeting local hospitals, clinics and community service organizations
• Participate in regular reflective supervision and staff meetings as required by the program
• Maintain and document all services in the family files and ensures up to date program files for each pregnant woman in the caseload
• Enter participant information and other required program information into the MIS system in a timely manner
• Work within the guidance of DONA's scope of practice and code of ethics. Refer to the DONA web site: www.DONA.org
• Participate in Research planning and evaluation efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the job description

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Associates Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field required. Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field preferred.

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS/ABILITIES

• At least 3 years experience working in early childhood/family support, or home visiting programs required
• At least 2 years direct experience with Head Start preferred
• Ability to establish supportive, meaningful relationships with pregnant women, families and their infants
• Knowledge of principles and practices of infant and child development and family practice
• Ability to use reflective supervision
• Ability to work within a team
• Knowledge of community resources and the capacity to develop community cooperation to ensure that pregnant women receive comprehensive services

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Basic Knowledge of the computer
• Ability to use cell phones and other technology
• Available on call 24 hours for labor and delivery
• Knowledgeable about Head Start and Early Head Start guidelines
• Ability to travel to homes throughout the program's target communities, make home visits and climb stairs

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=10836001

Executive Director, SHALVA, Chicago, IL

Executive Director

Posted on: September 4, 2013
Posted by: SHALVA

OVERVIEW

The Executive Director (ED) is the organization's chief operating officer, leading the agency's clinical and administrative staff in fulfilling SHALVA's mission with a strategic vision. The ideal candidate will have managerial experience at a directorship level with strong fundraising, relationship building and communication skills. Knowledge of the Chicago Jewish community, cultivation of donor and board relationships and an ability to manage multiple constituencies are also critical characteristics of a successful ED candidate.

HISTORY
 
Founded on the principle that every Jewish woman has the right to be safe in her personal relationship with her partner, SHALVA's mission is to address domestic abuse in Jewish homes and relationships through counseling and education. Rooted in Jewish values and founded in 1986, the agency provides free domestic abuse crisis-counseling for adult women in the Chicago Jewish community. SHALVA is the oldest independent Jewish domestic abuse agency in the United States and has been instrumental in facilitating national and international dialogues on the specific needs of Jewish families experiencing domestic violence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Development, Outreach and Community Relations: Oversee all staff and board fundraising efforts toward a $700,000 annual goal, including major gift development, foundation relations, corporate giving, event planning and donor cultivation. Establish and steward relationships with key donors and prospects. Serve as primary agency spokesperson and liaison to partner organizations and community groups, build new collaborative relationships, and provide strategic vision to development and outreach planning.

Administration and Human Resources: Hire, supervise and evaluate staff. Work with the Board and staff to develop and monitor the annual budget. Oversee daily office operations and identify opportunities for greater efficiency. Guide and implement policies and procedures established by the Board of Directors and support professional/volunteer development.

Board Administration and Support: Work in partnership with Board leadership to support Board initiatives and develop members as agency leaders. Keep Board members advised of all key agency happenings. Assist in the cultivation of new Board leadership and provide resources toward the education and training of new and returning Board members.

Program/Service Delivery and Communications: Oversee the design, promotion and quality of programs and services delivered to SHALVA clients and volunteers. Work with board and staff members to develop communications plan and promotional/educational materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of managerial experience at a directorship level, preferably within a nonprofit organization
• Proven track record of fundraising success
• Master's degree preferred
• Basic understanding of Jewish culture and traditions

Expertise in several of the following areas:

• Strategic and campaign planning
• Social service delivery
• Community relations
• Jewish communal administration; board development
• Communications planning
• Working knowledge of information technology

Salary range: 75,000 - 95,000

HOW TO APPLY

Please email resume and cover letter to:

Halee Sage, Giving Tree Associates
halee@givingtreeassociates.com

Operations Coordinator, Center on Halsted, Chicago, IL

Operations Coordinator

Posted on: August 8, 2013
Posted by: Center on Halsted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Be a proactive member of the operations team at Center on Halsted (COH), the largest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Community Center in the Midwest. Ensure that the daily activities, events and meetings of the Center run smoothly. Identify, resolve and effectively communicate foreseeable operational problems, particularly infrastructural issues. Assist with the setup of events, including assisting with arranging furniture, checking out equipment and setting up AV systems. Respond to hostile clients and emergencies. Demonstrate cultural competency when interacting with members of the LGBTQ community. When needed, effectively converse with other staff in order to ensure that programs and services are successful. Monitor the performance of and coach the contracted cleaning company, reception, and contracted security. Promptly complete assigned daily activities and directives. Prioritize projects. As needed, complete required paperwork.

JOB DUTIES

Building Maintenance and Routine Duties:

• Inspect and maintain the overall appearance of the building and grounds; ensure that the building is clean and safe at all times; provide direction as needed to reception
• Regularly visit the public spaces in the building; address security, cleaning and maintenance issues as they arise; report any such issues in the required daily report
• Complete morning and closing checklists and other assigned projects; return completed checklist forms to the Director of Operations
• Monitor the performance of the contracted cleaning company and coach as needed
• When necessary, conduct minor fixes and repairs to damaged areas throughout building and grounds, including some relevant equipment at COH
• As needed, setup and conduct post-cleanup for scheduled venues at COH, such duties can include the following: deliver refreshments and food; setup and take-down of bars; move, arrange, and/or remove furniture; setup and take down of AV equipment; general cleaning duties; review of inventory of items used for event; inspect the space of the event for damaged areas; organize and clean areas, etc.
• Learn and then, demonstrate how to setup and use AV equipment, theatre equipment, gym equipment, and technology including ability to setup laptops, transfer computer files as well as building tasks, e.g. maintaining the gray water system; ability to work without supervision is essential; when necessary, train other staff on these tasks

Communication Duties:

• Maintain positive communications with other COH personnel and individuals and/or their respective organizations; ensure successful communication with other invested stakeholders, such as individuals/organizations that are interested in renting space at COH
• As needed, evaluate, prioritize, respond to, and follow-up with the requests of relevant stakeholders so as to (1) ensure successful customer satisfaction, and (2) ensure that all relevant policies at COH are adhered to
• Communicate relevant problems, particularly infrastructural problems, to other operational staff (such communication will include sending effective emails and by noting them on a "punch list"); as appropriate, take corrective actions to address such problems
• When necessary, communicate with the contracted cleaning company's administrative designee(s) and/or staff members, along with the operations staff at COH, in order to address and resolve any problems as they relate to the provision of successful cleaning services
• Communicate to staff and the patrons at COH relevant policies

Duties Related to Responding to Critical Incidents:

• As they occur, respond to hostile clients and/or other emergencies; at times, participate in mediation meetings with suspended individuals; coach new security staff and ensure expectations are met
• Be knowledgeable about general building systems and precautions (plumbing, fire, mechanical and electric); when necessary, execute and lead building evacuation procedures
• Ensure Center clients and patrons adhere to the Center's Code of Conduct policy

WORK WEEK

This part time position offers between 22.5 and 30 hours a week. Normally shifts are 7 ½ hours in length, either opening from 8a-3p or closing from 3p-10p but may vary depending on our needs. Flexibility is critical as we have needs for daytime, nighttime, and weekend shifts. This position is generally scheduled for 3 or 4 days weekly, contingent on needs.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Action Oriented – enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even when limited information is available; not afraid to take charge of a situation;
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and commitment to the mission of Center on Halsted
• Flexible and able to multi-task; can work in ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while making sure that the objectives for the day are achieved
• Lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender sensitivity; should be able to act in a culturally competent manner when interacting with diverse clientele
• Strong written and Oral Communication skills – ability to identify and communicate problems when necessary
• Ability to lift no more than 50 pounds required; position frequently requires lifting or carrying objects that weigh up to 25 pounds
• Handyman skills strongly preferred

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not a comprehensive list of all of the possible job-related responsibilities, tasks and duties that are required of this position, and further, Center on Halsted reserves the right to change as it sees fit any and all of the employee's responsibilities, tasks and duties.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply by email with the subject Operations Coordinator. Email resume, cover letter, and salary history/salary range expectations to: HR Department, careers@centeronhalsted.org. No calls please.

In your cover letter, address the following questions:

1. Tell me about a time when you successfully dealt with feelings of stress at work.

1. What is your approach to engaging individuals that are not following the rules?

1. Please describe a time when you took a proactive approach and led a successful big or small project.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Center on Halsted hires the most qualified candidates without regard to any person's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, military discharge status or source of income.

Male Violence Prevention Counselor, Sarah's Inn, Oak Park, IL

Male Violence Prevention Counselor

Posted on: July 22, 2013
Application deadline: August 22, 2013
Posted by: Sarah's Inn

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Sarah's Inn, an innovative, dynamic, and effective domestic violence agency, is looking for a creative individual to serve on its violence prevention team. The Violence Prevention Program is on the cutting-edge of prevention efforts in the state of Illinois. Team members are involved at multiple levels of various regional and statewide coalitions and have opportunities to advance prevention research and develop original, inventive pilot programming available to schools across the state.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, will look forward to developing and refining skills in public speaking and group facilitation, and will be able to trouble-shoot on the fly while maintaining a go-with-the-flow positive attitude. He or she will be a self-starter who is comfortable working independently and collaboratively, will be capable of multi-tasking and remaining organized in a fast-paced environment, and will be invested in expanding programming to ensure adolescents develop healthy attitudes about themselves and their relationships.

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides regular facilitation of 9-week prevention and self-defense workshops for boys in local high schools; implements, evaluates, and collects data for the agency's high school prevention initiatives;

EDUCATION

Master's degree in social work for an accredited college or university; must be license-eligible if not licensed

EXPERIENCE

Experience working with adolescents, a background in education orpsychology, classroom management or teaching experience, proficiency in curriculum development, academic research, and/or marketing, fluency in Spanish, reliable transportation

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Organize and facilitate the agency's violence prevention programming at local high schools during the school year; maintain organizational relationships with current school partners

2.Obtain R.A.D. and R.A.D. for Men self-defense certification and facilitate self-defense classes as required by violence prevention curricula

3.Coordinate the evaluation of the agency's high school curricula in cooperation with Carnegie Mellon staff; consistently and accurately track student demographic information and program fidelity; maintain orderly records of evaluation materials

4.Assist in the expansion of high school prevention curricula to new school partners by organizing and facilitating workshops, arranging reliable transportation, building new relationships with partners, and communicating successes and challenges to the Prevention Program Director

5.Develop and revise prevention curricula and corresponding outreach and promotional materials, including program rationales, instructor guides, and training materials; incorporate new research findings and current events as appropriate

6.Coordinate Leadership Development Initiative; maintain paperwork and communication with 8-12 adolescent volunteers; facilitate weekly or bi-monthly evening meetings; recruit and interview new volunteers as necessary

7.Provide basic support and referrals as appropriate to adolescent clients electronically via the Teen Text Line, website, email, and Facebook; provide crisis-line oversight as required by agency staff

8.Participate in the ongoing development of cohesive, effective and efficient teams throughout the organization; become certified and facilitate middle school programming to support Prevention Program team as necessary

SKILLS

This position requires mid-level proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Additionally, the employee must be physically capable of participating in, and facilitating, R.A.D and R.A.D for Men self-defense classes which require various physical techniques as described by R.A.D. Systems.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send salary history, cover letter and resume to employment@sarahsinn.org

Executive Director, Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation, Chicago, IL

Executive Director

Posted on: June 6, 2013
Application deadline: July 5, 2013
Posted by: Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation

DESCRIPTION

The Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation is seeking an Executive Director to grow and strengthen this highly respected organization positioned at the forefront of the fight against sexual exploitation in Illinois and across the nation. The Executive Director will lead CAASE and drive the mission by serving as its public representative, ensuring that services continue to be exemplary, developing financial resources, and overseeing all operations of the organization. Professionalism as a leader, manager, and public persona is essential.

As the go-to legal, policy, and education organization on sexual exploitation issues in Illinois, CAASE has accomplished a lot in only seven years. Sustaining what has been built and making strategic decisions that expand the organization's capacity will be a key component of the role for the new Executive Director. The Executive Director will maintain CAASE's culture and positive work environment, reflecting inclusion, respect, and openness.

THE ORGANIZATION

Vision CAASE envisions a community free from all forms of sexual exploitation, including sexual assault and the commercial sex trade.

Mission CAASE addresses the culture, institutions, and individuals that perpetrate, profit from, or support sexual exploitation. The organization's work includes prevention education, policy reform, community engagement, and legal services. CAASE works to prevent sexual exploitation by increasing public understanding of the harms inherent in the sex trade. CAASE creates and implements educational curricula that encourage high-school-age men to work against sexual exploitation. CAASE conducts and publishes research on the commercial sex trade, trafficking and the impact of sexual exploitation. CAASE advocates for legislative and policy reforms to increase legal and social accountability for perpetrators of harm, and promotes broad community support for services and resources for survivors. CAASE advises law enforcement, policy makers, and other stakeholders on best practices relating to sex trafficking, prostitution, and rape. CAASE engages in civil litigation against perpetrators and facilitators of sexual harm and advocates for appropriate and effective criminal prosecution of perpetrators. CAASE develops toolkits for nonprofits, faith-based groups, schools, businesses, feminist groups, and other communities and individuals who would like to take action against sexual harm.

THE POSITION

Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will assume the top leadership role in the organization and oversee CAASE's strategic and programmatic operations, lead the 9-member staff, manage the annual operating budget, and play a visible role in policy development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Mission Advancement

• Manage, evaluate, and update programs, services, and advocacy efforts to advance CAASE's mission
• Develop and implement organization and staff annual plans, in line with the strategic plan, to achieve short- and long-term goals, and impact the movement to end sexual harm
• Ensure that programming, organizational structure, staffing, intern and volunteer base, and infrastructure all enable CAASE to maintain and grow programmatic impact
• Act as the primary public representative of CAASE
• Provide oversight to staff in their roles as spokespersons for CAASE and its programs, and work with them to build new and leverage existing relationships with media, political representatives, and government
• Regularly promote CAASE through public speaking engagements, media interviews, task forces, steering committees, and collaboration with partners in the anti-violence community
• Apply knowledge and skills to create new ways of leveraging existing resources

Development and Financial Management

• In coordination with the Board, plan and oversee CAASE's budget and finances, including audits, financial analysis, capital asset management, property management, and payroll
• Manage facilities, technology, including donor data base, and other equipment consistent with budget and goals
• Manage day-to-day finances within annual budget
• Develop and achieve ambitious and strategic fundraising plans to support CAASE's current work and future growth
• Identify and solicit new individual donors, corporate sponsorships, foundations, government, and other grant sources to meet and exceed revenue goals; maintain positive relationships with existing donors and funders
• Collaborate with Board to identify development funding opportunities and events

Management & Administration

• Manage overall human resources function, including all stages of the employment lifecycle and CAASE's workforce of directors, staff, interns, and volunteers
• Foster individual staff development and expand capabilities across the organization
• Create and administer consistent, effective, and compliant organizational policies (e.g., HR, finance) in coordination with the Board

Board Relations

• Use Board members' skills and experience to accomplish strategic and organizational goals
• Participate, as appropriate, in Board and committee recruitment, development, and activities
• With Board Chair, ensure that Board and staff have shared understanding of mission, vision, and goals
• Work closely with Board Chair and Board members regarding governance issues and strategic planning
• Attend all Board meetings

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Graduate degree or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience
• Minimum of five years in non-profit programmatic management, with increasing responsibilities
• Experience in social change work along with demonstrated ability to build, develop, and foster collaboration among diverse groups of stakeholders
• Integrity, commitment, and enthusiasm
• Commitment to ending the perpetration of sexual exploitation
• Sound business and fiscal judgment, along with demonstrated financial aptitude and analytical thinking
• Experience with successful fundraising campaigns and donor cultivation
• Ability to work collaboratively with board members, donors, legislators, community groups, media, and public officials
• Thought leadership and strategic vision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence and engagement as a public speaker
• Demonstrated success managing people, engaging staff, and motivating groups to achieve goals
• Solid working knowledge of current office technology and software

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Advanced degree in public policy, social work, law, or a related field, or equivalent skills and experience
• Deep subject matter knowledge of movements designed to end sexual harm, exploitation, or violence
• Experience working with survivors of violence
• Experience leading or co-leading a growing organization
• Significant accomplishment in programmatic, policy, or advocacy work
• Public relations experience with potentially controversial, politicized, emotional issues
• Ability to develop, coach, and leverage smart, experienced, successful individuals

HOW TO APPLY

Send resume with cover letter to boardchair@caase.org

Executive Director, Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation, Chicago, IL

Executive Director

Posted on: June 6, 2013
Application deadline: July 5, 2013
Posted by: Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation

DESCRIPTION

The Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation is seeking an Executive Director to grow and strengthen this highly respected organization positioned at the forefront of the fight against sexual exploitation in Illinois and across the nation. The Executive Director will lead CAASE and drive the mission by serving as its public representative, ensuring that services continue to be exemplary, developing financial resources, and overseeing all operations of the organization. Professionalism as a leader, manager, and public persona is essential.

As the go-to legal, policy, and education organization on sexual exploitation issues in Illinois, CAASE has accomplished a lot in only seven years. Sustaining what has been built and making strategic decisions that expand the organization's capacity will be a key component of the role for the new Executive Director. The Executive Director will maintain CAASE's culture and positive work environment, reflecting inclusion, respect, and openness.

THE ORGANIZATION

Vision CAASE envisions a community free from all forms of sexual exploitation, including sexual assault and the commercial sex trade.

Mission CAASE addresses the culture, institutions, and individuals that perpetrate, profit from, or support sexual exploitation. The organization's work includes prevention education, policy reform, community engagement, and legal services. CAASE works to prevent sexual exploitation by increasing public understanding of the harms inherent in the sex trade. CAASE creates and implements educational curricula that encourage high-school-age men to work against sexual exploitation. CAASE conducts and publishes research on the commercial sex trade, trafficking and the impact of sexual exploitation. CAASE advocates for legislative and policy reforms to increase legal and social accountability for perpetrators of harm, and promotes broad community support for services and resources for survivors. CAASE advises law enforcement, policy makers, and other stakeholders on best practices relating to sex trafficking, prostitution, and rape. CAASE engages in civil litigation against perpetrators and facilitators of sexual harm and advocates for appropriate and effective criminal prosecution of perpetrators. CAASE develops toolkits for nonprofits, faith-based groups, schools, businesses, feminist groups, and other communities and individuals who would like to take action against sexual harm.

THE POSITION

Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will assume the top leadership role in the organization and oversee CAASE's strategic and programmatic operations, lead the 9-member staff, manage the annual operating budget, and play a visible role in policy development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Mission Advancement

• Manage, evaluate, and update programs, services, and advocacy efforts to advance CAASE's mission
• Develop and implement organization and staff annual plans, in line with the strategic plan, to achieve short- and long-term goals, and impact the movement to end sexual harm
• Ensure that programming, organizational structure, staffing, intern and volunteer base, and infrastructure all enable CAASE to maintain and grow programmatic impact
• Act as the primary public representative of CAASE
• Provide oversight to staff in their roles as spokespersons for CAASE and its programs, and work with them to build new and leverage existing relationships with media, political representatives, and government
• Regularly promote CAASE through public speaking engagements, media interviews, task forces, steering committees, and collaboration with partners in the anti-violence community
• Apply knowledge and skills to create new ways of leveraging existing resources

Development and Financial Management

• In coordination with the Board, plan and oversee CAASE's budget and finances, including audits, financial analysis, capital asset management, property management, and payroll
• Manage facilities, technology, including donor data base, and other equipment consistent with budget and goals
• Manage day-to-day finances within annual budget
• Develop and achieve ambitious and strategic fundraising plans to support CAASE's current work and future growth
• Identify and solicit new individual donors, corporate sponsorships, foundations, government, and other grant sources to meet and exceed revenue goals; maintain positive relationships with existing donors and funders
• Collaborate with Board to identify development funding opportunities and events

Management & Administration

• Manage overall human resources function, including all stages of the employment lifecycle and CAASE's workforce of directors, staff, interns, and volunteers
• Foster individual staff development and expand capabilities across the organization
• Create and administer consistent, effective, and compliant organizational policies (e.g., HR, finance) in coordination with the Board

Board Relations

• Use Board members' skills and experience to accomplish strategic and organizational goals
• Participate, as appropriate, in Board and committee recruitment, development, and activities
• With Board Chair, ensure that Board and staff have shared understanding of mission, vision, and goals
• Work closely with Board Chair and Board members regarding governance issues and strategic planning
• Attend all Board meetings

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Graduate degree or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience
• Minimum of five years in non-profit programmatic management, with increasing responsibilities
• Experience in social change work along with demonstrated ability to build, develop, and foster collaboration among diverse groups of stakeholders
• Integrity, commitment, and enthusiasm
• Commitment to ending the perpetration of sexual exploitation
• Sound business and fiscal judgment, along with demonstrated financial aptitude and analytical thinking
• Experience with successful fundraising campaigns and donor cultivation
• Ability to work collaboratively with board members, donors, legislators, community groups, media, and public officials
• Thought leadership and strategic vision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence and engagement as a public speaker
• Demonstrated success managing people, engaging staff, and motivating groups to achieve goals
• Solid working knowledge of current office technology and software

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Advanced degree in public policy, social work, law, or a related field, or equivalent skills and experience
• Deep subject matter knowledge of movements designed to end sexual harm, exploitation, or violence
• Experience working with survivors of violence
• Experience leading or co-leading a growing organization
• Significant accomplishment in programmatic, policy, or advocacy work
• Public relations experience with potentially controversial, politicized, emotional issues
• Ability to develop, coach, and leverage smart, experienced, successful individuals

HOW TO APPLY

Send resume with cover letter to boardchair@caase.org.

Children & Teen Counselor, Life Span, Des Plaines, IA

Children and Teen Counselor

Posted on: May 24, 2013
Application deadline: July 31, 2013
Posted by: Life Span

DESCRIPTION

Life Span is a community based, not for profit organization located in the Chicago metropolitan area which provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and their children.

Life Span is seeking a full time Children and Teen Counselor to provide individual and group services to boys who are grammar school, middle school and high school age. Mentoring high school boys is a major component of this job. Participants in services are children and teens who have witnessed abuse at home and/or who are involved in abusive relationships themselves.

Counseling services are provided in Life Span offices and in school based programs. Services include providing educational information about domestic violence and safety planning, developing non-violent conflict resolution skills, and promoting positive self-esteem building activities. The Children and Teen Counselor works with a team and must be a good communicator, flexible with scheduling, and able to represent the agency to community partners including school personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

B.A. in counseling psychology, social work or related field required; Master's preferred. Illinois IDVA mandated 40 hour Domestic Violence training desirable. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Candidates should also demonstrate a knowledge of and interest in domestic violence, women's issues, and issues affecting low income families. Car required.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume and cover letter to Margaret Luft, Director of Counseling ay mluft@life-span.org. No telephone calls.

Program Director, GirlForward, Chicago, IL

Program Director

Posted on: May 14, 2013
Application deadline: June 2, 2013
Posted by: GirlForward

SUMMARY

The Program Director is a motivated, enthusiastic leader at our dynamic and growing organization. The Program Director is one of the top administrators at GirlForward, overseeing the coordination, administration and assessment of all aspects of ongoing and planned GirlForward programs. This staff member works closely with and reports directly to the Executive Director.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Director performs a wide range of duties including some the following:

• Plan the delivery of programs and their activities in accordance with our mission and goals
• Develop new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the organization
• Assess and report on the strengths of programs and desired outcomes, and identify areas for improvement
• Collaborate with Executive Director on program grant proposals
• Ensure program activities operate within relevant policies, procedures, and professional standards
• Document program activities and oversee the collection and maintenance of records on program participants
• In consultation with the Executive Director, interview and select well-qualified staff/interns/volunteers, implementing human resources policies and procedures
• Engage and successfully manage program volunteers
• Ensure all program staff/interns/volunteers receive training in accordance with organizational standards
• Communicate with program participants and other stakeholders to gain community support for and solicit input to improve programs
• Generate written reports on programs for Executive Director and Board as needed
• Ensure that programs operate within the approved budget and that financial records (receipts, invoices, etc.) for programs are up-to-date
• Lead program evaluations in accordance with established guidelines, reporting evaluation findings to the Executive Director

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience that includes supervisory and administrative experience

• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Google applications (G-mail, Drive, Google Calendar)
• Demonstrated success in youth program management
• Demonstrated familiarity with: refugee resettlement, adolescent girls' programming and researching surrounding empowering girls, issues specific to English Language Learners, issues specific to the Chicago area
• Proficient in social media tools

The GirlForward Program Director is an effective communicator, multi-tasker, teacher and team player who is passionate about GirlForward's mission. In addition, the Program Director should demonstrate competence in building relationships, communicating effectively, creativity and innovation, leadership, organization, and problem-solving.

The Program Director will most often work in the GirlForward office, but will also complete job responsibilities in participants' homes, school environments, and other similar locations. This position will be required to work some evenings and weekends to manage program activities.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume and cover letter to info@girlforward.org with "Program Director - Name" in the subject of the e-mail. Please include cover letter in e-mail body as well as in an attachment. Please do not e-mail to check the status of your application. Due to our small staff, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries.

Youth Program Associate, Urban Initiatives, Chicago, IL

Youth Program Associate

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Application deadline: June 30, 2013
Posted by: Urban Initiatives

OVERVIEW

For 10 years, Urban Initiatives has run a health and education soccer program for second through fourth grade boys and girls in the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) in underserved communities. Urban Initiatives is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit community development corporation that was established in 2003 through a grassroots effort by two CPS teachers, the school in which they worked, and the parents of their students in order to boost their physical fitness, health education, academic performance, and character development. Urban Initiatives believes in sports-based youth development and the importance of providing safe spaces for children to learn and grow. Urban Initiatives takes a whole child approach to development in order to provide children, who have the odds stacked against them, with the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Urban Initiatives is offering an AmeriCorps Member / Youth Program Associate for the 2013/2014 service term. Urban Initiatives is a Chicago based nonprofit organization that runs a health and education soccer program in 24 Chicago Public Schools and has grown tremendously over the years. The Program Associate will have the opportunity to work with the senior staff in a casual, collaborative working environment and will provide direct service through assistant coaching and parent outreach at four school sites in underserved Chicago communities. To learn more about Urban Initiatives check out www.urbaninitiatives.org.

Full-time Hours: In season, typically M-Th; 7:30 AM-3:30 PM and F; 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. Out of season, typically M-F; 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Members are required to work a minimum of 1700 hours or approximately 40 hours per week during the 10-month service term.

Stipend: The program will offer to the member a living stipend of $14,000, training and professional development opportunities. Upon the completion of the service term and the required 1700 worked hours; the member will become eligible for a $5,550 education award.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Youth Program Associate dedicates his/her time to overseeing Work to Play Program quality. Additionally, the Youth Program Associate assists with implementation of the Take the Lead Program as well as Healthy Places activities at one partner school one day a week.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee Work to Play Program implementation at 5 school sites
• Be the liaison between the schools and the UI office
• Know all contents of the Work to Play Program Booklet including games, lessons, main points, health and character information, as well as administrative documents – also assist in ongoing program development by making suggestions for enhancements
• Support programming by serving as Assistant Coach while at program sessions at each school every week
• Oversee field trips, seasonal team parties and Service Learning Projects at each of your school sites
• Other direct service includes assisting with program-related events, paperwork dissemination/collection, snack delivery, program evaluation, and other support
• Take photos, videos, and record success stories to be posted on the UI blog or shared/written about in newsletters
• Implement UI's parent outreach plan at all schools and track parent participation through activities such as parent meetings, parent letters, handouts, phone calls, invitations, field trips, etc.
• Assist Program Manager with On-Site Program Director Evaluations
• Participate in required staff meetings, staff development sessions and trainings
• Identify and build relationships within the school communities of the schools served
• Identify and reach out to potential program partners
• Support one partner with more in-depth intervention through the Healthy Places Project
• Support the Take the Lead Program by assisting with leadership retreats and facilitating monthly school-based meetings
• Other responsibilities as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (preferred)
• Minimum of 18 year of age, US citizen or permanent resident status
• Desire and ability to work with a diverse group of people, particularly those living in low-income distressed neighborhoods
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Self-starter
• Computer skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (some night and weekends may be required)
• Access to a personal laptop computer (preferred)
• Spanish speaking (a plus)
• Regular access to a car (required)
• Criminal History Check (required)

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply by email. Your application should include your email address, a copy of your resume, as well as a cover letter describing any related experience and an explanation as to why you think you would make a great Program Associate. A personal interview will be required. Send applications to:

Tom LaClair
Urban Initiatives
650 West Lake Street, #340
Chicago, IL 60661
E-mail: thomas.laclair@urbaninitiatives.org

Development Coordinator, Girls in the Game, Chicago, IL

Development Coordinator

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Application deadline: May 31, 2013
Posted by: Girls in the Game

ABOUT

Girls in the Game provides and promotes sports and fitness opportunities, nutrition and health education and leadership development to enhance the overall health and well-being of all girls. Our year-round continuum of programs includes after school programs for elementary-, middle- and high-school girls, a five-week summer camp, one-day health fests, a year-round leadership development program and parent and caregiver healthy lifestyles trainings.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Coordinator is responsible for leading Girls in the Game's Charity Race Team program, which entails recruiting and supporting volunteers who fundraise for Girls in the Game while participating in a marathon, triathlon or other race. Additionally, the Development Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Development Manager in coordinating all of the organization's special events which includes an annual dinner/silent auction, a summer golf outing, and other partner events. The Development Coordinator will also help with the organization's communications efforts and corporate relationship building.

Girls in the Game is seeking a full-time Development Coordinator to do the following:

• Lead the Charity Race Team program
• Recruit Charity Race Team members
• Support Charity Race Team members in their fundraising efforts, including online fundraising
• Coordinate Girls in the Game's presence and Charity Race Team member services at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
• Maintain organization website and email communication
• Work on social networking strategy and execution
• Maintain ongoing communications with event contacts including vendors, guests, sponsors, donors and committee members
• Coordinate silent auction and raffle donations
• Coordinate guest marketing, signage and print materials
• Coordinate event registration
• Track event contacts, sponsorship, sales and donations in the database
• Support the Development Manager in building and maintaining good relationships with event contacts
• Attend events and help the Development Manager lead staff and volunteers and steward guests and sponsors
• Coordinate partner events and cause marketing projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree
• Experience in event planning and marketing, preferably for a non-profit organization
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer environments, e.g. Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work
• Verification of degree/credentials
• Background check and fingerprint clearance
• Valid driving license
• Proof of insurance on personal vehicle
• Recent satisfactory DMV printout of driving record
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends for various scheduled events
• Agreement to uphold all of the Girls in the Game Policies and Procedures (by signature)
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and time manage in a fast-paced and self-directed team environment
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of people including, but not limited to; board members, staff, volunteers, interns, community partners, organizational donors, media
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities and deal with each person in an effective and professional manner
• Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts effectively
• Ability to make decisions individually and/or within a team and take necessary actions
• Commitment to and experience in working with people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social economical backgrounds
• Ability to plan strategically, prioritize and delegate

Licensing Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Language
Mathematical Skills: Ability to manage program budget and provide required reports
Reasoning Ability

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position requires:

Frequently: Sitting, Walking, Seeing, Hearing, Speaking, Standing, Carrying, Driving
Occasionally: Stooping, Lift up to 40 lbs, Squatting, Kneeling, Bending, Pushing/Pulling
Seldom: Climbing, Twisting

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a fast paced environment and the noise level is usually moderate.

COMPENSATION

Based on experience. Health, dental and retirement benefits also provided.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information, or to apply, please email or fax a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to mmorgan@girlsinthegame.org or 312.633.4897. Due to the high volume of applications, PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.