Legal Advocate, Huntingdon House, Huntingdon, PA

Legal Advocate

Posted on: February 3, 2015
Posted by: Huntingdon House

Huntingdon House a program for survivors of domestic violence is hiring for the full-time position of Legal Advocate. Located in rural Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, Huntingdon House provides advocacy services for individuals and families who are living with domestic violence. Services include, 24 hour hotline, legal advocacy, individual and group counseling, emergency shelter, transitional housing, civil legal representation and prevention education services. All services are provided within a client centered trauma informed framework.

The legal advocate provides individual advocacy and counseling to victims of domestic violence within the context of a client centered trauma informed workplace. Duties include assisting clients with the preparation and filing of protection from abuse petitions, accompanying survivors to court hearings, legal appointments and other procedures in connection with civil legal proceedings, support counseling and safety planning. The legal advocate also services as the liaison to the Michael Ayers Law Project (providing civil legal representation to survivors) to provide a system of holistic representation to survivors. The advocate also acts as the liaison with law enforcement agencies, social service agencies, community legal services and the court system through facilitation of the Huntingdon County Domestic Violence Task force and referrals to the Michael Ayers Law Project.

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals experiencing crisis, working across community systems and office administrative duties. Knowledge of unique issues facing rural victims of domestic violence is preferred. Excellent writing, communication skills, professional telephone skills and a willingness to develop and learn new skills. Proficiency with Microsoft office and database management experience preferred. College degree preferred.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to:

- the provision of Domestic Violence services with a feminist perspective;

- the struggle against ageism, classism, racism, ableism, homophobia and heterosexism;

- support and involve people of all racial, social, ethnic, religious, cultural and economic groups;

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants please apply by sending a cover letter, resume and three references to:

Jean Riddle Collins

Executive Director

Huntingdon House

PO Box 217

401 7^th Street

Huntingdon, PA 16652

Jcollins@huntingdonhouse.net

Children's Counseling Advocate, A Woman's Place of Bucks Country, Doylestown, PA

Children's Counseling Advocate

Posted on: November 13, 2014
Posted by: A Woman's Place of Bucks Country

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To provide counseling, advocacy, and support to child witnesses of domestic violence.

EDUCATION 

Bachelor's degree in a related field, 1-3 years of related work experience , Bilingual background preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Ensure that the services of the Children's Counseling Program support the Values, Vision, and Mission of A Woman's Place.
2. Provide individual and group counseling for child witnesses of domestic violence.
3. Plan and implement structured program and activities for children/youth under 18 yrs.
4. Provide on-going support for parent/caregiver on parenting issues and non-violent discipline through individual counseling as requested or identified as a need.
5. Provide on-going support with parent/caregiver in identifying each child's needs and developing a plan to address those needs.
6. Arrange for and supervise tutors that assist children with school work.
7. Compile statistical data for monthly, quarterly and year end reports.
8. Ensure that Community Children's Support Groups are staffed on a consistent basis.
9. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of data in all data collection activities.
10. Provide leadership in emergency situations in accordance with AWP policies and accepted medical/safety standards.
11. Provide supervision, mentoring and direction to student interns and volunteers.
12. Maintain playroom in shelter.
13. Assist in enrolling resident's children in local schools by scheduling registration, aiding in the completion of forms, and when possible providing or arranging transportation for the continuity of education.
14. Adhere to all policies of A Woman's Place

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit cover letter and resume to:

Erika Flayer, Counseling Manager

A Woman's Place

P. O. Box 299, Doylestown, PA 18901

FAX: 215.343.1163

Email: eflayer@awomansplace.org

PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS.

Project Director/Attorney, Huntington House, Huntington, PA

Project Director/Attorney: Civil Legal Representation Project

Posted on: October 6, 2014

Posted by: Huntington House

Huntingdon House, a domestic violence service program located in the beautiful rural central Pennsylvania town of Huntingdon, announces the following employment opportunity. Employment to begin as soon as possible after October 1, 2014. We are offering an exciting opportunity to the right Project Director/Attorney who is equipped to create a civil legal representation office from the ground up! Become a leader in the Court of Huntingdon County as an advocate for domestic violence survivors, work with rural survivors to create safer access to legal services in remote or isolated rural population centers, and provide education and advocacy about providing justice for survivors of domestic violence. All within a best practices model of survivor centered work.

The Project Director/Attorney will work closely with the Counseling/Advocacy staff of Huntingdon House to strengthen our continuum of services to create safer options and better avenues to justice for survivors who are fleeing domestic violence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of the Huntingdon County Civil Legal Representation Project (HCCLRP) is responsible for leading the HCCLRP and providing effective civil legal representation of victims of domestic violence to the Court in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania. The Director will supervise the HCCLRP staff and ensure that the project provides legal information, consultation and representation for program participants at Huntingdon House (HH) a program for survivors of domestic violence. HCCLRP includes a strong focus on serving rural domestic violence survivors. The Project Director also contributes to the coordinated community response to domestic violence in Huntingdon County. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Law degree from an accredited law school and license to practice law in Pennsylvania required. Prior experience in the practice of family and/or public interest law, as well as, expertise in working with survivors of Domestic Violence and providing court advocacy about the impact of domestic violence preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

• The provision of Domestic Violence services with a client empowerment and feminist perspective
• The struggle against ageism, classism, racism, ableism, homophobia, and heterosexism
• Support and involve people of all racial, social, ethnic, religious, cultural, and economic groups

HOW TO APPLY

Those interested in this position may apply by submitting a letter of interest, a current resume/curriculum vitae, and a complete list of three or more personal and professional references to:

Jean Riddle Collins, Executive Director

Jcollins@huntingdonhouse.net

PO Box 217

Huntingdon, PA 16652

814-643-2801 office phone

814-643-2419 fax

Paralegal, Huntingdon House, Huntingdon, PA

Paralegal: Civil Legal Representation Project

Posted on: October 6, 2014
Posted by: Huntingdon House

Huntingdon House, a domestic violence service program located in the beautiful rural central Pennsylvania town of Huntingdon, announces the following employment opportunity. Employment to begin as soon as possible after October 1, 2014. We are offering an exciting opportunity to the right Paralegal who is equipped to create a civil legal representation office from the ground up! Become a leader in the Court of Huntingdon County as an advocate for domestic violence survivors, work with rural survivors to create safer access to legal services in remote or isolated rural population centers, and provide education and advocacy about providing justice for survivors of domestic violence. All within a best practices model of survivor centered work.

The Paralegal will work closely with the Counseling/Advocacy staff of Huntingdon House to strengthen our continuum of services to create safer options and better avenues to justice for survivors who are fleeing domestic violence.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct client interviews and maintain general contact with clients of the Huntingdon County Civil Legal Representation Project, who are victims of domestic violence, including conducting interviews and general contact at rural meeting sites. 
• Conduct web-based case law, statutory and regulatory research. 
• Maintain court schedule and calendar. 
• Maintain legal project records and filing system. 
• Draft and edit legal documents, correspondence and pleadings under the supervision of The Project Director. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one year of legal assistant experience in a litigation and family law practice, or a public interest law firm or similar setting is preferred. 
• Knowledge of unique issues facing rural victims of domestic violence is preferred. 
• Must possess excellent writing, proofreading, professional telephone skills and a willingness to develop and learn new skills. 
• Excellent and demonstrated word processing required, knowledge of Excel spreadsheet, West Law and case management software is desirable.

Position Requires a STRONG COMMITMENT to

• The provision of Domestic Violence services with a client empowerment and feminist perspective
• The struggle against ageism, classism, racism, ableism, homophobia, and heterosexism
• Support and involvement of all racial, social, ethnic, religious, cultural, and economic groups

HOW TO APPLY

Those interested in this position may apply by submitting a letter of interest, a current resume/curriculum vitae, and a complete list of three or more personal and professional references to:

Jean Riddle Collins, Executive Director

Jcollins@huntingdonhouse.net

PO Box 217

Huntingdon, PA 16652

814-643-2801 office phone

814-643-2419 fax

Resident Counseling Advocate, A Woman's Place, Doylestown, PA

Resident Counseling Advocate

Posted on: December 9, 2013
Application deadline: January 31, 2014
Posted by: A Woman's Place

DESCRIPTION

A Woman's Place (AWP) is hiring a Resident Counseling Advocate responsible for helping AWP to achieve its mission by maintaining the physical plant of the shelter residence; providing empowerment counseling, advocacy, and support to victims of domestic violence in both the shelter and community settings; and supporting a positive and welcoming environment for residents. Part time position; hours vary; Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Erika Flayer, Counseling Manager at eflayer@awomansplace.org

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide services to victims of domestic violence that support the Values, Vision, and Mission statements of the organization.
2. Work with individuals to create change in their lives, which supports ending gender oppression and violence towards women.
3. Provide advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence that emphasizes improved safety and economic self-sufficiency.
4. Provide services that improve immediate safety and prevent reoccurrence of relationship violence, including safety planning, lethality risk assessment, and linkages to specialized legal and therapeutic services.
5. Provide services that improve economic self-sufficiency of survivors, including financial education, job searches, interview preparation, assistance with resume preparation and job applications, assistance accessing public benefits, and job placement programs.
6. Assist survivors with goal setting, planning, follow through, tracking progress, and celebrating success.
7. Coach clients to advocate on their own behalf with creditors and other financial institutions, employers, bill collectors, landlords, public and community-based programs.
8. Maintain a comprehensive directory of local resources that are relevant to improving client self-sufficiency.
9. Advocate for expedited referral processes to enroll survivors in job training and placement programs.
10. Conduct an intake assessment with each new resident identifying their goals, objectives, and needs as identified by the survivor.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume to mmendez@awomansplace.org or fax to the attention of Erika Flayer at 215-343-1163. Regular mail can be sent to:

A Woman's Place PO Box 299 Doylestown PA 18901 Attn: Erika Flayer

Community Educator, A Woman's Place, Doylestown, PA

Community Educator

Posted on: January 8, 2014
Application deadline: March 8, 2014
Posted by: A Woman's Place of Bucks County

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To build the community's capacity to respond to and prevent domestic violence by replacing attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors that perpetuate violence with those that promote safety, justice, and equality for all. It works to strengthen community knowledge and skills, educate service providers, foster coalitions and networks, and change practices and policies that condone violence.

1. Develop annual work plan for community-based domestic violence prevention education and training that supports the mission/needs of the organization and complies with all grant requirements, including but not limited to programming for hospitals, healthcare facilities, community groups, volunteer groups, and more.
2. Develop and deliver organizationally-approved trainings, in-services, and educational programs.
3. Assist in development and coordination of educational campaigns throughout the year, meeting various organization-specific and grant-specific guidelines.
4. Establish and maintain positive community partnerships.
5. Attend and participate in community collaboratives including but not limited to the Bucks County Health Improvement Partnership (BCHIP) Domestic Violence (DV) Task Force, individual hospital DV task forces, the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) Medical Advocacy Task Force, and other organizationally-approved partnerships.
6. Coordinate A Woman's Place (AWP) presence at community tabling events. 

REQUIREMENTS

 

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology or related field, and/or 2 years of related work experience

 

HOW TO APPLY

 

To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to:

Christina Baer, Education & Training Manager
A Woman's Place
P. O. Box 299
Doylestown, PA 18901
FAX: 215.343.3411
Email:cbaer@awomansplace.org


The position is open until filled. Interviews will begin on Monday, January 13, 2014.


PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS.

 

Communications Manager, A Woman's Place, Doylestown, PA

Communications Manager

Posted on: January 7, 2014
Application deadline: January 31, 2014
Posted by: A Woman's Place of Bucks County

DESCRIPTION

A Woman's Place (AWP), the only domestic violence organization in Bucks County, Pa. seeks a part-time Communications Manager, responsible for helping AWP achieve its mission by overseeing all organizational communications including, but not limited to, publications, social media, and website maintenance. Bachelor degree in related field is preferred. 2 years related work experience, preferably including project management and supervision.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information, visit www.awomansplace.org/about/positions/. Send resume to Director of Public Advocacy Jenny Salisbury at jsalisbury@awomansplace.org. No phone calls please. EOE

Recovery Counselor, Women in Transition, Philadelphia, PA

Recovery Counselor

Posted on: October 4, 2013
Posted by: Women in Transition

THE POSITION

Excellent opportunity for energetic, creative, self-starter with a passion for safety and justice for women and children. This is a full-time/40 hours per week position with the primary responsibility for providing empowerment counseling and recovery support for women whose lives are endangered by substance abuse and domestic violence.
 

ABOUT WOMEN IN TRANSITION

 

Founded in 1971, the purpose of Women In Transition (WIT) is to empower women to change their lives and to promote economic independence and emotional well-being for women through a broad range of services. WIT uniquely addresses the linkage of domestic violence and substance abuse through early intervention, prevention and recovery support services which endeavor to help women identify, early, how substance abuse and domestic violence are affecting their lives. WIT's programs are designed to empower women to make positive changes in their lives and live free of substance abuse, intimate partner violence and poverty. WIT operates on an annual budget of $900,000, has 11 staff and 10 volunteers, and serves nearly 3,000 individuals each year. WIT's empowerment services include: LifeLine Supportive Telephone Counseling, Intake Assessments & Goal Planning, LifeLine Peer Support Groups, Individual Empowerment and Recovery Counseling, and Community Education.

REQUIREMENTS

Highly motivated, well-organized, computer proficient, and understands the impact of substance abuse and domestic violence on women and the community; recovery specialist certification, associate or undergraduate degree in the field of human services with at least 3 years experience in the field of social or behavioral health services. Knowledge of community resources, feminist empowerment and/or harm reduction counseling, and recovery management. Ability to foster and maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork, and cooperation among all personnel with the capacity to work with a diverse group of individuals. Prior to hiring, background clearances must be provided from: Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records, Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History, Federal Criminal History Record Pennsylvania. Upon hiring, the candidate must complete WIT's Domestic Violence Advocate Training.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salary is $30,000. Benefits: Upon the completion of a 13 week introductory period, employer-paid health/dental/prescription insurance for the employee, as well as annual paid leave includes 10 holidays, 5 personal days, and 10 vacation days.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants must submit a written Cover Letter and a current Resume documenting experience that matches the requirements for the position. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Mail to: Program Director, Women In Transition, 21 S. 12th Street, 6th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107-3606 or Email to: jobopening@helpwomen.org

Equal Opportunity Policy
As an equal employment opportunity employer, all employment decisions are based on merit and agency needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, cultural or religious practices, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, social or economic status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.

LifeLine Coordinator, Women in Transition, Philadelphia, PA

LifeLine Coordinator

Posted on: October 4, 2013
Posted by: Women in Transition

THE POSITION

Excellent opportunity for energetic, creative, self-starter with a passion for safety and justice for women and children. This is a full-time/40 hours per week position with the primary responsibility for the LifeLine Telephone Counseling Service and the Volunteer Program.

• LifeLine: Provide crisis intervention counseling, information, referrals and advocacy to help callers identify options for safety and sobriety.
• Volunteer Program: Recruits and supervises volunteers who provide playcare, answer the LifeLine and staff the receptionist desk.

ABOUT WOMEN IN TRANSITION

Founded in 1971, the purpose of Women In Transition (WIT) is to empower women to change their lives and to promote economic independence and emotional well-being for women through a broad range of services. WIT uniquely addresses the linkage of domestic violence and substance abuse through early intervention, prevention and recovery support services which endeavor to help women identify, early, how domestic violence and substance abuse are affecting their lives. WIT's programs are designed to empower women to make positive changes in their lives and live free of intimate partner violence, substance abuse and poverty. WIT operates on an annual budget of $900,000, has 11 staff and 10 volunteers, and serves nearly 3,000 individuals each year. WIT's empowerment services include: LifeLine Supportive Telephone Counseling, Intake Assessments & Goal Planning, LifeLine Peer Support Groups, Individual Empowerment Counseling, Community Education.

REQUIREMENTS

Highly motivated, well-organized, computer proficient, and understands the impact of domestic violence and substance abuse on women and the community; associate or undergraduate degree in the field of human services with at least 3 years experience in the field of social services. Knowledge of community resources and feminist empowerment counseling. Ability to foster and maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork, and cooperation among all personnel with the capacity to work with a diverse group of individuals. Prior to hiring, background clearances must be provided from: Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records, Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History, Federal Criminal History Record Pennsylvania. Upon hiring, the candidate must complete WIT's Domestic Violence Advocate Training.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salary is $30,000. Benefits: Upon the completion of a 13 week introductory period, employer-paid health/dental/prescription insurance for the employee, as well as annual paid leave includes 10 holidays, 5 personal days, and 10 vacation days.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants must submit a written Cover Letter and a current Resume documenting experience that matches the requirements for the position.

Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

Mail to: Program Director, Women In Transition, 21 S. 12th Street, 6th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107- 3606 or Email to: jobopening@helpwomen.org


Equal Opportunity Policy

As an equal employment opportunity employer, all employment decisions are based on merit and agency needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, cultural or religious practices, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, social or economic status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.

Teen Advocate, Women's Resource Center, Scranton, PA

Teen Advocate

Posted on: October 7, 2013
Application deadline: October 19, 2013
Posted by: Women's Resource Center

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Teen Advocate within Crisis and Advocacy Services will assist teen victims of domestic, dating violence, stalking and sexual violence residing in Lackawanna County. Provide empowerment counseling to victims/survivors of domestic, dating violence, stalking and sexual violence through individual and group counseling. Provide accompaniment to court and hospitals for support and advocacy. Assist victim/survivors in navigating the criminal justice systems and advocate within systems to ensure responsiveness to the needs of victims. Educate area teens on safety and risk reduction for dating violence, sexual violence, stalking and domestic violence in collaboration with other community agencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. *Provide crisis intervention, individual and group empowerment counseling to teen victims of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and sexual assault who are impacted by the trauma.
2. *Facilitate support groups for teen victims of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and sexual assault both on and off site.
3. *Develop and monitor individual service plans for program participants and make appropriate referrals to other agencies when necessary.
4. *Answer agency hotlines and respond to crisis situations involving program participants. Provide accompaniment to police, hospitals, and courts as needed.
5. *Act as an advocate for teenage victims of domestic violence and assist with victims' compensation claims if and when applicable.
6. *Serve as agency on-call worker.
7. *Maintain client case records. Assist with collection of data for progress reports regarding victim's knowledge on dynamics of violence and safety measures.
8. Act as a resource person for staff regarding teen dating violence, domestic & sexual violence.
9. Pursue ongoing professional training and education regarding domestic violence and sexual assault, feminist theory, community resources and other related topics related to underserved population.
10. Work in collaboration with other agencies in the community working with teens to conduct outreach activities.
11. *Attend staff meetings, participate in in-service training and volunteer training and attend related professional activities as assigned.
12. * Uphold the mission of WRC and abide by WRC policies and procedures outlined in WRC General Operating Manual.
13. Other duties as assigned to further the safety and security of the person being served..

• Indicates the essential job functions as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act. AA/EOE

TEEN ADVOCATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in social work or related human services field or
• A combination of four years education, experience and skill in working with teens and/or victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
• Applicant must successfully complete the WRC crisis intervention training within six months of hire.
• Travel is necessary and access to reliable transportation is essential, including for training and development which may necessitate being out of the area for a period of time over night stays.
• Pass Act 33 and Act 34 Clearances.
• Must be willing to schedule working hours to coincide with the priorities of the Center.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit resume and cover letter to Women's Resource Center, Crisis Director, P.O. Box 975, Scranton, PA 18501 or email to annaf@wrcnepa.org by October 19, 2013.

Executive Director, Water for Waslala, Philadelphia, PA

Executive Director

Posted on: September 3, 2013
Posted by: Water for Waslala

BACKGROUND

Water for Waslala (WfW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending the water crisis in Waslala, a municipality in central Nicaragua where over 60,000 residents live in 85 rural communities. Due to a lack of potable water systems, nearly all Waslalans are forced to drink from polluted local rivers, causing severe illness and inhibiting personal and regional development. Water for Waslala seeks to permanently end this crisis by working together with the Waslalan people to provide every Waslalan man, woman, and child with access to safe drinking water within a generation.

Since its inception in 2004, WfW has provided a daily supply of clean water to over 2,500 Waslalans. On the ground in Waslala, WfW supports several full-time staff to deliver its program objectives. In the US, Water for Waslala consists of a volunteer Board of Directors, which oversees the organization's fundraising and programmatic activities.

Learn more at www.waterforwaslala.org.

OVERVIEW


After nine years of refining our drinking water programs, Water for Waslala has recently begun to scale the pace of its work and its impacts in Waslala. Over the last twelve months, we have doubled our Waslala staff from three to six, and plan to gradually increase the number of projects we complete each year as well, with an ultimate goal of providing all 60,000 Waslalans with clean drinking water by 2030.

To enable this growth in Waslala, Water for Waslala is seeking to hire its first full-time US employee, an Executive Director, to build the capabilities of our US side of the organization. The Executive Director will be expected to develop our organization in three areas:

1. Fundraising capacity: To scale our work in Waslala, we need to grow from being a $100K organization to a $200-$250K organization within the next 1-2 years. Our Executive Director will be expected to create and execute a new fundraising strategy that will enable us to double our fundraising revenues through new partnerships, major gifts, and foundation support.

2. Strategic partnerships: given that we are still a young and relatively unknown organization, one of our biggest needs is to develop partnerships with organizations that will:

• Significantly increase awareness of Water for Waslala
• Provide access to potential board members or strategic advisors
• Provide access to new sources of revenue

Such partnerships could include (but not be limited to) industry partnerships with peer water and sanitation (WASH) nonprofits, Latin America or Nicaragua-focused associations, and academic professors or institutions that specialize in WASH. Partnerships could also be formed with PR or media firms that could get our name out in the press, or with SEO organizations that could help improve our presence on the web.

3. US operations: the day-to-day operations of our US organization have been carried out by our Board of Directors for the last ten years. However, as our organization enters into a new growth phase, we recognize that our Board of Directors needs to evolve to focus more on strategy and fundraising. As a result, many of the day-to-day operational activities and processes need to be formalized and delegated to other volunteers. Our Executive Director will be expected to create a strategy to improve our US governance and operations activities, including developing a road map for evolving our Board of Directors, recruiting new Board members, creating a strategy to delegate key operational processes (e.g. accounting, HR, website maintenance) to other individuals, and managing those individuals.

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The successful candidate will be our only US employee, so the position is suited for an entrepreneurial self-starter who has experience and is excited by working independently in a startup-like atmosphere, with few resources to leverage that are common at larger organizations. Our future Executive Director must also be passionate about our organization and eager to build a lasting legacy that tangibly improves the lives of the poor in our world.

Because we are a virtual organization in the US, the location of the Executive Development position is flexible, though frequent travel to Philadelphia, where most of our donors and Board of Directors live, would be required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The right professional will have the following attributes and qualifications:

• Ability to be both a high-level strategic thinker and a doer – must be equally comfortable developing blue-sky strategic plans and driving the day-to-day execution of those plans
• Proven track record of leading similar organizations through their own growth phases
• Proven ability to work independently with little day-today oversight or support
• Creative, out of the box problem solver
• Tenacity – must be resourceful enough to overcome the inevitable challenges and setbacks that will naturally occur over time
• Experience leading and managing teams
• Sales/fundraising background and Executive Director or related experience
• Proven track record in designing and managing fundraising campaigns, developing relationships with donors and prospects, securing major gifts, and meeting fundraising targets
• Experience identifying and cultivating relationships with strategic partners
• Experience with organizational design, process improvement, and Board management
• Experience in the water and sanitation sector, or a proven track record of becoming expert in various industries quickly
• International development experience, as well as experience in a developing country context, preferred
• Entrepreneurial attitude and a willingness to work as sole US employee in a startup-like environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Drive and a passion to grow Water for Waslala to new levels of success
• Bachelor's degree required; 10+ years of professional experience preferred
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with Board of Directors, donors, prospects, and high-net-worth individuals; strong written, oral, and listening skills a must

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create a detailed fundraising strategy and action plan to meet our fundraising goals and close our projected fundraising gap
• Research and prospect potential individual donors through existing and new networks
• Create high-quality marketing materials and pitches to articulate our achievements, vision, and needs to potential donors
• Build and cultivate relationships with new and existing donors and strategic partners through personal meetings or phone calls, emails, or mailings
• Create a Board evolution strategy and a plan to recruit new Board members
• Formalize key US operational processes, and manage group of volunteers to oversee the execution of those processes
• Travel to Waslala, Nicaragua several times per year to gain a first-hand perspective on our work and its human impacts

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume and cover letter to:

Justin Knabb
Director
Water for Waslala
justin@waterforwaslala.org

Fundraising Manager, A Woman's Place, Doylestown, PA

Fundraising Manager

Posted on: August 13, 2013
Application deadline: September 16, 2013
Posted by: A Woman's Place

PURPOSE OF POSITION

AWP's Fundraising Manager is responsible for securing revenue to help AWP achieve its mission by developing and implementing a fundraising strategy that includes, but is not limited to, annual appeals, fundraising events, and grants. The Fundraising Manager works closely with the Department of Public Advocacy and AWP's leadership team to ensure a positive, mission-oriented tone to all revenue generating strategies
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITY

1. Develop strategies for AWP's fundraising.
2. Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors to AWP.
3. Maintain donor confidentiality and build donor trust.
4. Develop and implement timely schedule of appeals
5. 1. Maintain calendar of fundraising events, internal and external, and execute events with appropriate individuals as needed.
   2. Maintain comprehensive schedule of grant opportunities, deadlines, and reporting requirements.
   3. Make personal contacts with donors and donor prospects.
   4. Accept gifts to AWP.
   5. Ensure all gifts are promptly receipted and thank you letters accurately and efficiently processed.
   6. Maintain current and accurate data.
   7. Primary staff for Board of Directors development committee, donor stewardship committee, event committees, grant writing committee, and other volunteer committee support fundraising strategies.
   8. Recruit, train, manage, mentor, recognize, and retain fundraising volunteers.
   9. Develop and recommend fundraising content for AWP communication vehicles.
   10. Develop, manage, and recommend an annual budget for fundraising initiatives, providing regular income and expense reporting.
   11. Identify and report on meaningful measurements of the community benefit of AWP's fundraising programs.
   12. Participate in public events, speaking engagements, exhibits, workshops, promotions, and conferences to increase awareness of and revenue for AWP.
   13. Participate in organizational activities as directed by the Director of Public Advocacy.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit cover letter and resume to:

Jenny Salisbury, Director of Public Advocacy
A Woman's Place
P. O. Box 299, Doylestown, PA 18901
FAX: 215.343.3411
Email: jsalisbury@awomansplace.org

PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS

Applicant interviews will begin mid-September. Position open until filled

School-Based Community Educator, A Woman's Place, Doylestown, PA

School-Based Community Educator

Posted on: August 13, 2013
Application deadline: September 15, 2013
Posted by: A Woman's Place

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To build the community's capacity to respond to and prevent domestic and dating abuse and violence by replacing attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors that perpetuate violence with those that promote safety, justice, and equality for all. It works to strengthen community knowledge and skills, educate service providers, foster coalitions and networks, and change practices and policies that condone violence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop annual work plan for elementary, middle, high school and community college domestic violence prevention education and training that supports the mission and needs of the organization.
2. Assist in the development and review of school curricula.
3. Present organizationally-approved domestic violence and dating violence programs in BucksCounty schools.
4. Maintain up-to-date statistics and other research for use in presentations.
5. Collect and report statistics for elementary, middle, high school and community college presentations.
6. Present trainings at area hospitals and healthcare facilities.
7. Assist in youth, direct service, or other volunteer trainings.
8. Participate in public events, speaking engagements, exhibits, workshops, promotions, and conferences to increase awareness of domestic and dating violence, and to promote access to services by expanding the visibility and impact of A Woman's Place in the greater community.
9. Prepare for and provide follow-up to presentations, including picking up and returning needed materials and/or equipment.
10. Represent A Woman's Place in the community.
11. Participate in A Woman's Place events.
12. Maintain a valid driver's license and current car insurance, as driving county-wide is a position requirement.
13. Participate in staff development activities as directed and approved by the Education & Training Manager.
14. Participate in necessary day-to-day activities required for optimal department operations as determined by the Education & Training Manager.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit cover letter and resume to:

Christina Baer, Education & Training Manager
A Woman's Place
P.O. Box 299, Doylestown, PA 18901
FAX: 215.343.3411
Email: cbaer@awomansplace.org


PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS.

Family Health Advocate, Maternal and Child Health Consortium of Chester County, Coatesville, PA

Family Health Advocate

Posted on: August 19, 2013
Application deadline: September 30, 2013
Posted by: Maternal and Child Health Consortium of Chester County

DESCRIPTION
 

You can make a difference in your community! Provide outreach, case management, home visiting, and health education to women and their babies enrolled in our Healthy Start Program. Join our outstanding team of employees committed to providing the highest quality of service to their participants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies African American pregnant women through outreach in the community and referrals from agencies and enrolls them in the appropriate services of the program.
• Publicizes the program to the community through one-on-one contact, health fairs and other special events.
• Maintains ongoing contact with pregnant women by telephone and home visits to provide emotional support, health information and referrals to health care and social services.
• Serves as the pregnant woman's advocate and accompanies her to health and social service agencies, in accordance with program protocols.
• Provides support to women experiencing challenges such as depression and domestic violence.
• Conducts screenings and assessments of program participants to aid in identifying their needs.
• Assists families in applying for and maintaining health insurance coverage.
• Encourages women to attend pre-natal and parenting classes, support groups, and other special events.
• Maintains complete and accurate records related to the delivery of program services, using a variety of manual and electronic data gathering tools.
• Assists Manager with coordinating and/or facilitating prenatal, parenting and other education programs.
• Prepares weekly and monthly reports on program services, activities, and outcomes as directed by Manager.
• Supports other Family Health Advocates on non-emergency, non-high risk participant situations when Manager is not available.
• Completes other special projects and additional duties as assigned.
• Protects the confidentiality of all information regarding current and past program participants as well as organizational operations.
• Provides additional staff support to other Healthy Start offices, as needed.
• Attends team events and organizational-wide staff meetings.
• Participates in organizational-wide training programs.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in social work or other relevant field; Associates' degree in relevant field and two years of relevant work experience; or a total of four years relevant work experience may be substituted.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance with liability coverage.
• Proven ability to build, and/or history of, strong involvement in local community organizations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate computer skills (e.g. Keyboarding, Windows, Internet Explorer) including ability to enter and track participant data.
• Must be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills.
• No criminal or child abuse history as determined by a criminal background check and child abuse screening.
• Track record of working as a productive and cooperative member of a team.
• Willingness to accept supervision and make personal performance improvements as appropriate.
• Capability to work flexible hours (minimum of one evening per month and one weekend day per month) and to work at other Healthy Start offices, as needed.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please send your resume, preferably in Microsoft Word format, to careers@ccmchc.org.

Bilingual Family Health Advocate, Maternal & Child Health Consortium of Chester County, Coatesville & Oxford, PA

Bilingual Family Health Advocate

Posted on: June 21, 2013
Application deadline: July 22, 2013
Posted by: Maternal and Child Health Consortium of Chester County

DESCRIPTION

You can make a difference in your community! Provide outreach, case management, home visiting, and health education to women and their babies enrolled in our Healthy Start Program. Join our outstanding team of employees committed to providing the highest quality of service to their participants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies pregnant women through outreach in the community and referrals from agencies and enrolls them in the appropriate services of the program.
• Publicizes the program to the community through one-on-one contact, health fairs and other special events.
• Maintains ongoing contact with pregnant women by telephone and home visits to provide emotional support, health information and referrals to health care and social services.
• Serves as the pregnant woman's advocate and accompanies her to health and social service agencies, in accordance with program protocols.
• Provides support to women experiencing challenges such as depression and domestic violence.
• Conducts screenings and assessments of program participants to aid in identifying their needs.
• Assists families in applying for and maintaining public health insurance coverage.
• Encourages women to attend pre-natal and parenting classes, support groups, and other special events.
• Maintains complete and accurate records related to the delivery of program services, using a variety of manual and electronic data gathering tools.
• Protects the confidentiality of all information regarding current and past program participants as well as organizational operations.
• Provides additional staff support to other Healthy Start offices, as needed.
• Attends team events and organizational-wide staff meetings.
• Participates in organizational-wide training programs.
• Other duties may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven ability to and/or history of strong involvement in local community organizations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fully bilingual in both verbal and written Spanish and English.
• Effective written, reading, and verbal communication skills in English and, for some positions, also Spanish. Ability in these areas will be measured by oral and reading comprehension assessments.
• Basic computer skills (e.g. Keyboarding, Windows, Internet Explorer) including ability to enter and track participant data.
• Must be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills.
• No criminal or child abuse history as determined by a criminal background check and child abuse screening.
• Track record of working as a productive and cooperative member of a team.
• Willingness to accept supervision and make personal performance improvements as appropriate.
• Capability to work flexible hours (minimum of one evening per month and one weekend day per month) and to work at other Healthy Start offices, as needed.
• Minimum of High School diploma or G.E.D.
• At least one year of relevant paid work or volunteer experience.

This position would work out of both Coatesville and Oxford sites.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please send your resume, preferably in Microsoft Word format, to careers@ccmchc.org

Counseling Manager, A Woman's Place, Doylestown, PA

Counseling Manager

Posted on: May 20, 2013
Application deadline: June 30, 2013
Posted by: A Woman's Place

DESCRIPTION

The Counseling Manager is responsible to assist A Woman's Place in achieving it's mission by providing oversight, supervision and direction to all Counseling Program staff, both paid and unpaid, and the services offered through this program. Further, the Counseling Manager will assist AWP in providing quality services to ensure that victims of domestic violence are safe and can flourish. Bachelor's Degree in related field required; Master's degree preferred. Five years related work experience. Bilingual background preferred. EOE

REQUIREMENTS

1. Commitment to AWP's Values, Mission statement, and Vision.
2. Self-motivated, self-discipline, and striving for excellence.
3. Adherence to the personnel policies of AWP.
4. Ability to understand and work with diverse populations.
5. Honest and trustworthy in all relationships.
6. Ability to work well in team settings and individually.
7. Ability to supervise and give direction and leadership to others.
8. Adapts readily to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs.
9. Completion of the agency 45 hour Direct Service Training.
10. Emotionally resilient and able to withstand pressure on an on-going basis.
11. Deals with difficult situations with maintaining quality of services.
12. Provide assistance with the quarterly BIS Monitoring.

HOW TO APPLY

Please email resume and cover letter to Millie Mendez at mmendez@awomansplace.org or fax to 215-343-3411. No Phone Calls Please

Spanish Bilingual Legal Advocate, A Woman's Place, Doylestown, PA

Spanish Bilingual Legal Advocate

Posted on: May 29, 2013
Posted by: A Woman's Place

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To provide immediate crisis and safety counseling to victims of domestic violence when contacted by local police departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provide immediate crisis and safety counseling to victims of DV when contacted by police departments
2. Provide court accompaniment to domestic violence victims at criminal proceedings
3. Follow-up calls with victims, referrals, information and services AWP performs
4. Systems advocacy to police departments, District Attorney's office, District Justices and other victim service agencies
5. First Response statistical information gathering and record keeping
6. Court accompaniment to contempt hearings
7. Develop and implement working guidelines with participating police departments
8. Liaison between police departments and legal systems with victims of domestic violence
9. Review permission slips with participating police departments and follow-up with victims
10. Flexible schedule to enable participation and attendance at conference and trainings provided by PCADV, PCCD, Dept. of Justice and STOP relevant to criminal proceedings, system advocacy, and new law
11. Assist victims of domestic violence in completing Victim Impact statements and Victim Compensation forms
12. Ongoing outreach to police departments
13. Adhere to the confidentiality policy and other policies of A Woman's Place
14. Contribute to the positive work environment of the organization

HOW TO APPLY

Email cover letter and resume to ltucholski@awomansplace.org or fax to 215-348-1564 Attn L Tucholski. Mail can be sent to Lisa Tucholski A Woman's Place PO Box 299 Doylestown PA 18901 No phone calls please.

Program Coordinator, Medical Students for Choice, Philadelphia, PA

Program Coordinator

Posted on: May 24, 2013
Application deadline: June 26, 2013
Posted by: Medical Students for Choice

DESCRIPTION

Medical Students for Choice is dedicated to ensuring that women receive the full range of reproductive health-care choices. MSFC recognizes that one of the greatest obstacles to safe and legal abortion is the absence of trained providers. MSFC has over 10,000 medical student and resident activists on 159 campuses, working to make reproductive health care, including abortion, a part of standard medical education and residency training. For more information, visit www.ms4c.org

RESPONSIBILITIES

General Office Responsibilities:

• Staff the office regularly and reliably between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
• Answer the phone during business hours if needed and route calls to staff, as needed.
• Obtain mail from P.O. Box on a daily basis.
• Open mail and follow internal control procedures.

Specific Program Responsibilities:

1. Fulfillment

• Work with student organizing staff to select and order marketing materials such as t-shirts and bumper stickers. Manage the inventory of those supplies.
• Manage all shipping activities, including pricing out the most cost-effective shipping option, packaging, and shipping all meeting supplies as well as requests for materials from student groups. Maintain clear records of all shipments.
• Manage the video library and MVA/IUD/NSV resources.

2. Program Support Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Conferences and Events on all arrangements for conferences/meetings, including producing and copying all materials for registration packets and staffing the registration room. This includes scanning and filing all registration materials.
• Help to track program data as needed.
• Produce, package, and send program mailings in cooperation with other program staff.
• Provide backup to the Student Organizing Manager as needed with daily student communications.
• Other support as needed when possible.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Commitment to the mission of the organization.
• Bachelor's degree, some non-profit experience helpful.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite required.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.

HOW TO APPLY

In order to apply, submit your resume and cover letter to katie@ms4c.org. Please include your start date and a short statement describing your pro-choice beliefs in your cover letter. Candidates with letters that do not address these items will not be considered. Please send your documents as MSWord documents or PDFs.

Behavioral Health Program Supervisor, Women Against Abuse, Philaldelphia, PA

Behavioral Health Program Supervisor

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Posted by: Women Against Abuse

DESCRIPTION

The Behavioral Health (BH) Program Supervisor will organize services and the administrative needs of the behavioral health program. The Coordinator will supervise the Therapists and BH MSW Interns within all the programs (Shelter/Safe Haven 1, Shelter/Safe Haven 2, St. Elizabeth's Wellness Center, and Sojourner House).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing direct supervision, evaluation and scheduling of the BH team; working with Case Management Supervisors, Hotline & Intake Manager, St. Elizabeth's Wellness Center Staff, and other residential staff to ensure a coordinated Sanctuary and Trauma informed experience; ensuring all records and reports are complete in accordance with WAA standards; Monitor and coordinate procedures and standards (within regulations) for CBH billing of behavioral health services; and working collaboratively and communicating with other departments to ensure smooth operations. All responsibilities are implemented according to our mission and vision and according to Agency standards.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or other social science related field with a minimum of one year of therapy experience.
• At least two years of therapy experience providing therapeutic services to adults.
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Knowledge of the Sanctuary Model is a plus.
• Able to work extended and flex hours when necessary.
• Experience in a residential setting is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge regarding behavioral health issues and the impact it has on domestic violence survivors is preferred.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of trauma is preferred.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of addiction, co-dependency, recovery and relapse prevention is preferred.
• Ability to work with clients dealing with mental health, drug & alcohol and domestic violence issues.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Prior experience using client database is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office software, Outlook, Word, & Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle crisis situaions.
• Knowledge of CBH billing procedure preferred
• Completion of the 40-hour DV Training required (post hire). Satisfactory criminal record, FBI and child abuse clearances and a TB Test required pre hire (all expenses paid by WAA).

HOW TO APPLY

For Consideration please send your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: recruiter@womenagainstabuse.org

Fiscal Director, Women's Community Revitalization Project, Philadelphia, PA

Fiscal Director

Posted on: April 29, 2013
Posted by: Women's Community Revitalization Project

DESCRIPTION

The Women's Community Revitalization Project (WCRP), founded in 1987, is committed to social and economic equity for low-income women and their families. WCRP develops housing and neighborhood facilities, provides supportive services, advocates for policy change, and honors leadership, dignity and justice in our communities. The organization has an operating in excess of $2,000,000 annually.

THE POSITION OF FISCAL DIRECTOR

It is the responsibility of the Fiscal Director, under the supervision of WCRP's Executive Director, to support organizational financial planning and to ensure adequate financial record keeping assuring compliance with organization and contractual obligations.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning

• Develop in conjunction with executive team
  • A multi-year strategic plan
  • Annual team financial plans
• Develop a chart of accounts that facilitates tracking of financial planning objectives

Budgeting & Managing Budgets

• Prepare annual organizational budget in a timely manner
• Prepare & maintain project budgets to properly track program expenditures
• Maintain monthly budget report (including narrative) highlighting variances and potential budgetary issues
• Work with deputy director and coordinators in the establishment & monitoring of budgets
• Initiate budget revision when needed to funding sources.
• Establish & utilize budget controls to ensure compliance with organization mission

Managing Program & Operating Finances

• Ensure proper classification of all expenditures and related revenues
• Develop and maintain cost allocation system for all indirect costs
• Ensure expenditure & activity compliance with various grant requirements
• Maintain general ledger for WCRP operating accounts
• Ensure that payroll is prepared for outside service bureau
• Develop a labor allocation system for charging grant related payroll costs
• Review payroll tax payments & reports
• Assist in preparation of annual tax filings

Managing Cash Flow, Receivables & Payables

• Manage organization cash flow (review cash flow report with executive team)
• Establish a long term cash projection model to alleviate fund shortages
• Prepare billings & financial reports to funding sources on a timely basis
• Maintain proper cash balance reserves for WCRP operations
• Develop a relationship with financing institutions for WCRP cash needs
• Maintain an aged A/R & A/P report for all invoices to ensure timely payments
• Maintain regularly scheduled check runs
• Support Finance Committee in monitoring WCRP investments

Credit & Collections

• Establish tracking system for outstanding receivables
• Ensure that all grant requirements are met when billing for grant reimbursements
• Establish relationship with grantor agencies to assist in timely reimbursement
• Establish relationship with regular vendors (in conjunction with Administrative Coordinator) to allow program objectives

Reporting

• Maintain monthly reports that include budgeted, actual, projected expenses & revenues with highlighted variances and issues (to be reviewed by executive team and placed on shared drive)
• Maintain monthly receivable, payable and cash balance reports
• Establish cash flow projection reports
• Develop quarterly statements of financial position & activities
• Utilize financial analysis tools to use to interpret interim statements
• Prepare for annual audit
• Coordinate interim reviews with external auditor
• Assist in preparation of grant applications

Internal Controls

• Review and update an accounting/operations manual to establish & identify controls, checks & balances
• Assist in development of an internal system for ensuring compliance with grantor requirements
• Work w/Executive Director to staff Finance Committee
• Support Finance Committee in monitoring WCRP financial operations; meet & report on a regular basis.
• Work with WCRP's auditor to provide financial training to Finance Committee and Board of Directors

Housing Development

• Maintain financial records of development ventures from pre-development through construction
• Assist auditor with cost certification and initial tax return for each development

Administrative

• Administrative oversight of accounting staff in organizational bookkeeping responsibilities.
• Responsible for computerized accounting and reporting systems development
• Attend coordinators' committee, executive team, supervisory, board and staff meetings
• Prepare other reports such as lobbying, etc. as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required.

- A minimum of 5 years in a senior financial position at a non-profit organization required

- Must be proficient in accounting software

- Strong supervision and communication skills

- Commitment to working as part of a team

- MBA or CMA a plus

HOW TO APPLY

Send resume and cover letter to WCRP, Attn: Cecilia

Mailing address: 407 Fairmount Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19123

Fax number: (215) 627-6766

Email: cdenning@wcrpphila.com