Program Director, Supportive Housing for Transition-Age Youth, Fred Finch Youth Center, Oakland, CA

Program Director - Supportive Housing for Transition-Age Youth

Posted on: January 7, 2015
Posted by: Fred Finch Youth Center

What is the STAY Program?

The Supportive Housing for Transition Age Youth (STAY) program provides community-based mental health services to 18 – 25 year olds that are struggling with persistent and severe mental illness as well as homelessness. The primary objective of the STAY program is to support our Participants to become more stable in the community, which includes providing hands on assistance with accessing stable housing; developing effective life management skills and managing their mental health symptoms. Services are provided primarily in the Participants' natural environments, which can include communities such as East Oakland, Hayward, Berkeley, and San Leandro. The population served is diverse and includes African American, Caucasian, Latino, and Asian Pacific Islander young adults.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Director is responsible for the program's daily operations, including program oversight; coordination of training, hiring, termination, and direct or indirect supervision of all program staff, and interfacing with funders, governmental agencies, and community providers.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Program Development: 1) Assumes responsibility for every aspect of the daily operations of the program; 2) encourages staff commitment to program values of a comprehensive team approach, which provides individualized, strength-based, culturally competent, needs-driven planning and services for participants and their families 3) establishes mechanisms to assure the quality of the program including documentation, standards of practice, and compliance with external regulatory agencies; 4) responsible for developing, implementing, and insuring compliance with program standards including but not limited to: outreach, intake, discharge, staff productivity, Medi-Cal, Utilization Review/Chart Review, MHSA, and other clinical best practice standards; 5) responsible for developing and managing budgets.

Community Development: 1) Acts as a liaison with community service providers in assuring that program conducts effective outreach and remains responsive to the community's needs without compromise to program intent; 2) facilitates meetings as needed with other agencies; 3) works closely with other TAY/youth-serving agencies to build and maintain relationships and to ensure quality of care with participants; 4) attends county oversight meetings and works collaboratively with DSS, probation, county behavioral health staff, and/or other relevant governmental agencies.

Supervision: 1) Directly or indirectly supervises clinical and paraprofessional staff in program; 2) provides one hour of formal supervision weekly for each supervisee, in addition to informal supervision and consultation as needed; 3) facilitates weekly group supervision; 4) employs strength-based supervision that integrates a co-occurring, family-focused, and trauma-informed approach; 5) works with supervisees to address financial issues that families present; 6) encourages the use of community resources and natural resources in developing participant/family supports; 7) teaches supervisees how to partner with participants and families.

Documentation: Reviews and signs all treatment plans, progress notes, and reports written by supervisees. Prepares all program reports for submission to the funder(s).

Team Leadership: 1) Provides leadership to program team; 2) works with all program staff to ensure program participants receive quality services and program attains fiscal and contract outcomes.

Training: 1) Recruits, hires, and trains program staff; for contracted positions, works cooperatively with leadership staff of collaborative agency partners to hire program staff; 2) facilitates staff meetings and develops and presents clinical trainings.

Direct Services: 1) Provides direct services to participants as needed (i.e., when a supervisee is out) including assessment, therapy and case management; 2) facilitates Participant Partnership Team meetings as needed.

Other Duties: 1) Provides on-call training and consultation for clinicians; 2) is available as back-up support to the clinician on call; 3) other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. MA/MSW required LCSW or MFT Required; two years post-licensure experience also required if supervising staff who are pursuing licensure with the BBS.
2. At least one year of supervisory required or program management experience strongly preferred.
3. At least one year of residential, community-based, or wraparound experience preferred.
4. At least one year post-graduate school experience with program target population preferred (Example: intellectually disabled, homeless, teens or young adults, SED); at least one year experience with program modality (example: school-based, residential, mobile/community-based, assertive community treatment, wraparound, etc.) Preferred
5. Preferred: demonstrated ability to assess, triage and organize work.
6. Preferred: Uses a strength-based, culturally competent approach to supervision, participant and community service.
7. Preferred: Experience with relevant evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed approaches).
8. Preferred: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse families and communities.
9. Preferred: Has strong behavioral, crisis management and family/individual/group therapy skills.
10. Preferred: (sometimes Required): Fluency in prevailing language(s) of the community services.
11. Must have access to dependable transportation available and personal car insurance, unless using agency vehicle

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

For over a century, Fred Finch Youth Center has brought hope and healing to vulnerable youth and their families. Our clients are children, teens, and young adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities or emotional disorders that may be transitioning from foster care or homelessness, recovering from abuse, or underserved by traditional service providers. We provide over 3,000 youth each year with residential care, special education, vocational training, transitional housing, homeless youth programs, school-based counseling, and in-home support on residential campuses in Oakland and San Diego and in homes, schools, and communities in over several counties throughout California. Join us in making a difference in the lives of others.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please go to:  https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=977052

Computer Instructor for the Women's Empowerment Program, YWCA, New York, NY

Computer Instructor for the Women's Empowerment Program

Posted on: August 21, 2014
Posted by: YWCA of the City of New York

YWCA of the City of New York is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. The Computer Instructor's primary responsible is to train mid-to-low income adult woman to re-renter the workforce in an entry to mid-level administrative assistant capacity. This position is a part-time position reporting directly to the Women's Empowerment Coordinator.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Deliver workshops covering Microsoft Office subjects such as: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• Conduct group and one-on-one tutorials to clients preparing for job interviews and graduates needing brush-ups
• Participation in staff meetings, case conferences and other departmental meetings
• Prepare and input client's computer skills progress into the New York State Dept. of Labor's One Stop Operating System (OSOS).
• Work closely with other instructors to ensure workshops fit overall curriculum
• Work closely with senior computer instructor and MIS director to upkeep the department's technology

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree with two years relevant experience or four years of instructional experience
• Strong group and workshop facilitation skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Solid knowledge of MS Office a must,
• A team player with strong work ethics
• Adhere to a level of excellence with regard to record keeping
• Initiative and creativity in delivering workshops are important

HOW TO APPLY

Please forward a cover letter and resume to Resume3@ywcanyc.org

Please refer the title on the Subject Line.

The YWCA of the City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Community Health Outreach Worker, Salud Para La Gente, Watsonville, CA

Community Health Outreach Worker

Posted on: July 18, 2014
Posted by: Salud Para La Gente

Reporting directly to the Outreach Services Coordinator, assists with the implementation of outreach programs to the general public, Latino community, farmworkers, IV drug users, and businesses in the Pajaro Valley area in south Santa Cruz County and north Monterey County, or as specified in the grant contract(s).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists with planning, development, and implementation of outreach programs appropriate to the target groups.

1. Coordinates in the recruitment and training of volunteers to assist with outreach efforts.

1. Responsible for collection and maintenance of accurate statistics of outreach encounters.

1. Networks with existing agencies that work closely with the targeted groups to provide information and educational materials.

1. Assists in developing program criteria, direction, and goals for the respective target groups.

1. May assist in the research and preparation of reports, grant proposals, budgets, evaluation instruments, and other written communications required.

1. Performs other duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of: the needs of the Latino community, including farmworkers, IV drug users, migrant agricultural workers, etc.; the interventions necessary to reach this community in a culturally appropriate and sensitive educational forum; social service programs in this community.

Ability to: promote, develop, and implement a variety of information and education programs; write and speak effectively, including group presentations to target populations; maintain absolute confidentiality; communicate effectively and respectfully with people from different racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds and lifestyles, demonstrating a knowledge of and sensitivity to their needs, especially to the unique needs which Latinos, women, gay/bisexual men, sex workers, IV drug users, and chemically dependent persons; maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with agency staff, clients, other community agencies, and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent;

• Bilingual Spanish/English; bicultural preferred;

• 2 year work experience with social service programs, preferably with high risk populations in health education or substance abuse fields;

• Knowledge of social service programs in the immediate community;

• Requires own transportation, valid CA driver's license and automobile insurance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing, walking, sitting, typing, reaching, bending, moving and/or lifting up to 50 pounds.

SALUD PARA LA GENTE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. EMLPOYEES shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, medical condition or ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY LAW.

HOW TO APPLY

Email resume and a brief cover letter to careers@splg.org

ELLA Fellowship, Sadie Nash Leadership Project, New York, NY

ELLA Fellowship

Posted on: July 13, 2014
Application deadline: August 15, 2014
Posted by: Sadie Nash Leadership Project

The ELLA Fellowship Program is based on SNLP's central philosophy that opportunities for community leadership are integral to addressing issues affecting young women.

The ELLA (Engage, Learn, Lead, and Act) Fellowship, named for civil rights leader, Ella Baker, offers young women aged 16-22 the opportunity to develop and implement their own leadership project with specialized guidance from SNLP. The Fellowship includes a generous award and additional allowance to implement a social justice project that addresses issues in the Fellow's community. All Fellows are required to attend monthly retreats, committing to a 9-month Fellowship cycle starting in October and culminating in June with a project showcase.

In order to be eligible, youth must:

• Be a self-identified young woman between the ages of 16 and 22
• Have at least 2 years of prior leadership experience
• Commit to attending monthly retreats in the New York City area
• Identify a mentor to support your community-based work
• Be a self-motivated, passionate, and committed individual that wants to make change in your community
• Have a good understanding of a social justice issue affecting a community you belong to
• Desire to develop leadership skills and increase your self confidence

Start date

October 1, 2014

End date

June 30, 2015

Stipend/Wage

up to $300 a month

HOW TO APPLY

We are currently seeking applications for the 2014-2015 ELLA Fellowship Program. Please visit our website to read more and download the application HERE.

The application deadline is Friday, August 15th, 2014!

If you know any interested youth, please have them contact me at ella@sadienash.orgor call 212.391.8664.

Marketing & Outreach Coordinator, Women Make Movies, New York, NY

Marketing & Outreach Coordinator

Posted on: November 5, 2013
Posted by: Women Make Movies

DESCRIPTION

Women Make Movies is seeking an energetic, dedicated and highly motivated full-time Marketing and Outreach Coordinator. This person will be responsible for coordinating and implementing all areas of marketing, specifically, outreaching and marketing the WMM collection of films to educational, community and cultural organizations. In addition, this person will update and maintain the WMM website, WMM's presence on social networking sites, and develop new Web and organizational partnerships to publicize WMM campaigns.

This is a great opportunity for someone with web, outreach and marketing skills to work collaboratively with the sales and marketing department. Ideal candidate will have a passion for feminist, political and cultural activism and be enthusiastic and creative about using the internet and emerging digital strategies to market the WMM collection of films.

Founded in 1972, Women Make Movies (WMM) is a non-profit feminist, media arts organization dedicated to the distribution and exhibition of films by and about women. With a collection of more than 500 titles, WMM is the largest distributor of films by and about women in the world. WMM also facilitates the production of feminist media through a Production Assistance (PA) Program, which includes a workshop series and a fiscal sponsorship program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years professional experience in coordinating and executing outreach and marketing campaigns in a film and/or media environment using varied online tools including email programs. Grassroots outreach experience a plus.
• Excellent writing skills. Experience with publications and direct mail a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with web-based marketing activities (emails, blogs, tagging, social networking, viral marketing, SEO, Google adwords and analytics) and online videos. Some experience with HTML and web design preferred.
• Excellent research, analytic, administrative and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and as a team.
• Team player, flexibility, professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in written format.
• Enthusiasm and passion for WMM. Sense of humor a plus. 

HOW TO APPLY

Email, fax or mail your resume, along with a letter noting relevant experience and salary requirements/history to:
Women Make Movies
ATTN: Marketing and Outreach Coordinator
115 West 29^th Street, Suite 1200
New York, NY 10001
Fax: 212.925.2052
Email: jobs@wmm.com (please send documents in doc or pdf form as attachments)
Subject Line: Marketing and Outreach Coordinator

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
 
Women Make Movies offers a competitive salary, as well as an excellent benefits package including employer-paid medical and dental insurance, long term disability, retirement plan, vacation, and paid holidays. Women Make Movies is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women of color, lesbians, and older women to apply.

Executive Director, Out Boulder, Lafayette, CO

Executive Director

Posted on: August 7, 2013
Application deadline: August 23, 2013
Posted by: Out Boulder

SUMMARY

The Executive Director is responsible for providing organizational leadership to achieve the mission and vision of Out Boulder, to include ensuring the long-term sustainability of Out Boulder. The Executive Director must work closely with the Out Boulder staff and the Board of Directors to achieve the goals of the organization. In addition to responsibilities for the operational, financial and programmatic health of Out Boulder, the Executive Director will play a primary and critical role in pursuing an ambitious fundraising agenda to strengthen and increase the organization's programs and capacity-building efforts.

OUR MISSION

The mission of Out Boulder is that Boulder County serves as a model of equality, respect, and wellbeing for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning) people. To achieve our vision, our mission is to foster safe environments for self-expression, gathering, support, and dialogue; advocate for social justice; collaborate with others who share our vision; celebrate the contributions of the many facets of our community; and educate the public about the experiences of LGBTQ people.

RESPONSIBILITIES

40 - 50% Development (primary role)

• Raise sufficient revenue to meet annual expenses with an eye toward increasing revenues for the organization.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that encompasses Special Events, major donor cultivation, corporate sponsorship, and grant writing.

• Create detailed, realistic annual budgets and monitor revenue and expenses throughout the year in partnership with the Treasurer, reporting to board on a quarterly basis.

20 - 25% Community Relations (primary role)

• Create and maintain strong community connections through strategic alliances and outreach within the community, including to other non-profits and local businesses.

• Serve as primary media contact for the organization and provide direction on messaging.

• Oversee organization's response to significant happenings of importance to the LGBTQ community.

15 - 20% Programs (oversight role)

• Ensure that all programs, including Community Events, maintain consistency with the vision and mission of Out Boulder

• Create and implement a 5-year strategic plan, in partnership with the board, monitoring the organization's short- and long-term goals and objectives.

• Support OB's programs by working closely with staff members and contractors to help develop and achieve program goals.

• Support the development of yearly planning with staff and board.

5 – 10% Communications / Marketing (oversight role)

• Work with staff to develop a cohesive marketing plan that includes consistent strategic messaging.

• Oversee Marketing Manager in the development and execution of external communications.

5 - 10% Human Resources (board and staff support and oversight) (primary role)

• Supervise staff—includes hiring, managing performance, conducting annual performance evaluations and salary reviews.

• Meet with staff on a regular basis to provide clear direction, review performance, and benchmark successes and opportunities.

• Support the operations and administration of the Board of Directors, to include: assisting in Board development; advising and informing Board members; attending board meetings; interfacing between Board and staff; and supporting Board's evaluation of the Executive Director.

• Oversee key volunteers, meeting with them regularly and providing direction, training, and evaluation.

QUALIFICATIONS

BA/BS (Masters preferred) or a minimum of four years equivalent. Computer proficiency required, includes Microsoft Office, GiftWorks, QuickBooks, and Google products. Bilingual Spanish skills a plus.

Out Boulder is an EOE. HIV+/LGBTIQBi-cultural affirmative. People of color strongly encouraged to apply.

A competitive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and vacation.

Position open until filled. Oct 1, 2013 desired start date.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send the following:

1. One page cover letter

2. Resume

3. Name, contact information and relationship of three professional references

Attn: Hiring Manager

PO Box 1018

Boulder, CO 80306

or e-mail to: hiring@outboulder.org

No Phone Calls or Drop-ins, please.

Stabilization Mentor, Crittenton Women's Union, Brighton, MA

Stabilization Mentor

Posted on: July 23, 2013
Posted by: Crittenton Women's Union

WHO WE ARE

As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines program delivery, independent research, and public advocacy to help lift low-income women and their families out of poverty, Crittenton Women's Union (CWU) offers a wide range of rewarding career opportunities. When you join CWU, you become part of a deeply committed team that serves between 1,100 and 1,500 people annually through its mobility mentoring, housing, and workforce development programs.

Crittenton Women's Union is a high-performing and innovative organization whose work is achieved through the fundamental values of inclusiveness and diversity, mutual respect, support, and learning.

DUTIES

Work as part of a team that assists each family to develop a stabilization plan that enables the family to remain stably housed and make progress toward economic self-sufficiency.

Conduct office and home visits to support families in implementing their stabilization plans. Provide interventions to assist the families with problems solving, including family meetings when appropriate.

Assist families with all aspects of managing their tenancy, including collaborating with landlords. Provide advocacy training, consumer education, and crisis management when necessary to prevent housing disruption.

Develop relationships with community organizations and resources in order to strengthen referral base for families entering sustainable housing.

Help families establish and maintain residential stability and connection to the neighborhood.

Help families make or strengthen connections to schools, employment services, medical providers and other resources as needed. Assist families with access to benefits as appropriate.

Monitor families' movement toward self-sufficiency goals and document progress in writing and electronically.

Participate in all departmental staff and team meetings.

Participate in supervision and professional development.

Assume other responsibilities as requested by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to provide services in both English and Spanish

Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbal

Ability to drive, have a valid Mass License and a vehicle for transportation; home visits, community meetings.

Strong mediation, negotiation, oral, written skills

Strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Windows 2010 Efforts to Outcome (ETO)

Ability to handle a variety of assignment and have the flexibility to work some evenings, if necessary

Knowledge of HomeBASE short-term assistance program and other permanent subsidies such as MRVP, BHA and Project Based Section 8

EDUCATIONAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Strong bilingual (Spanish/English) required.

BA preferred, with experience in the human and/or social services field

Demonstrated ability to work in an office and field-based setting with diverse population.

Hours: Monday to Friday; 9am to 5pm, occasional 12pm to 8pm

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Requires prolonged sitting, data entry, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. Work is performed in an office and field environment, client apartments and various other locations as needed. Work can be stressful and very fast paced at times.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1764401

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.

Business Support Specialist, The Center for Women & Enterprise, Boston, MA

Business Support Specialist

Posted on: May 24, 2013
Application deadline: June 3, 2013
Posted by: The Center for Women and Enterprise

DESCRIPTION

The Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) was founded in 1995 and has grown to become the largest regional women's entrepreneurial development center in New England. Our mission is to empower women to become economically self-sufficient and to prosper through business and entrepreneurship. CWE provides education, technical assistance, networking, access to capital, and access to markets through multi-week courses, workshops, and women's business certification.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Business Support Specialist is responsible for ensuring the successful delivery and administration of CWE's community-based programs. Primary responsibilities include: program outreach and recruiting, managing program logistics, achieving program goals and ensuring high-quality program provision in community-based classrooms. The role may also include: instructing classes as needed and providing business advice and resources. Initial program focus will be in the Fairmount-Indigo corridor of Boston; other sites TBD.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts outreach to potential clients, including attending appropriate networking events
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with strategic partners
• Responsible for meeting program attendance goals, as set by Program Manager
• Recruits and hires program instructors and consultants
• Ensures that instructors and consultants are trained in accordance with CWE standards
• Reviews client evaluations and makes recommendations about program improvement to Program Manager.
• Ensures that CWE program standards are maintained: adherence to curricula, presentation standards
• Registers clients and performs associated administrative and data collection duties
• Collects, organizes, and analyzes information about clients to recommend an appropriate plan for use of CWE programs and counseling
• Maintains an understanding of all CWE programs, so that clients may be referred appropriately
• Maintain ongoing contact with clients during program to ensure that clients are meeting their objectives
• Conducts follow up with clients, as required
• May teach classes and/or coordinate client consulting appointments
• Other duties as assigned

Hours: 30 hours a week

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration or related field
• Minimum two to four years professional experience in fields of small business management, economic development, micro-enterprise, and/or not-for-profit management
• Proven skills in client outreach and community development
• Exceptional interpersonal, relationship management and customer service abilities
• Excellent organizational and decision-making skills and attention to detail
• Sensitivity to the needs of a diverse client base
• Spanish, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean-Creole speaking a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office, experience with Raiser's Edge desirable
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Ability to work some evenings

HOW TO APPLY

Please email your resume and cover letter to Gina Marciano, Program Manager, Eastern Massachusetts and Community Classroom at gmarciano@cweonline.org

Manager of Recruitment, Big Sister Association of Greater Boston, Boston, MA

Manager of Recruitment

Posted on: May 15, 2013
Posted by: Big Sister Association of Greater Boston

DESCRIPTION

Do you believe in the power of transformative relationships for girls? Are you ready to impact the Greater Boston community one girl at a time? If you answered yes, and the idea of being part of a collaborative, performance-driven, focused team excites you then join us! At Big Sister Association of Greater Boston we have been helping girls reach their full potential through positive mentoring relationships with women since 1951. We are the largest mentoring organization in Greater Boston exclusively serving girls.

Big Sister Association is seeking a dynamic individual to lead Recruitment of volunteers and girls. The Manager of Recruitment will recruit girls and a diverse pool of volunteers to meet agency growth goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment and Community Partnership Department

• Manage a team of four, ensuring each staff member meets department recruitment goals
• Oversee administrative functions of the department including database management
• Facilitate weekly meetings to ensure effective collaboration and team success
• Participate on organization-wide Leadership Team, contributing effective solutions and decision-making to ensure universal success.

Volunteer Recruitment and Engagement

• Develop, implement and manage annual recruitment plans.
• Recruit the volunteers needed to achieve the annual targets for Total Girls Served in all programs.
• Increase the number of women of color in the volunteer corps.
• Recruit and coordinate assignment of volunteers for other agency needs such as events, activities and administrative office support.
• Identify opportunities to engage volunteers, matches and staff in neighborhood and community events.
• Support the agency's Alumnae Association and Diversity Council.

Mentor-rich and Child Recruitment Partnerships

• Identify and cultivate partnerships with mentor-rich corporations, colleges and universities; community-based agencies and other organizations committed to community service.
• Routinely communicate and coordinate corporate partnership development with the Development office.
• Identify and cultivate partnerships with organizations and individuals to recruit girls as may be needed.

Recruitment Marketing/Public Communications

• Align recruitment marketing and communications with the agency's marketing strategy established by the Marketing Committee of the Board and managed through the Marketing and Communications department.
• Identify effective research-based multi-cultural marketing and communication strategies.
• Conduct research necessary to identify venues for recruiting women to meet agency goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree with 3-5 years in volunteer recruitment/management, account management or related fields
• Marketing/Public Relations/Customer Service experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in diverse communities including communities of color
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written, oral and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills—detail-oriented and able to multi-task. Demonstrated competency in project management
• Strong team-building, collaboration and consensus-building skills; Comfortable entering into new situations and partnerships—corporate, university, and community-based
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills
• Community organizing experience a plus
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs and data management systems
• Interest in women and girls' issues

HOW TO APPLY

Please send cover letter and resume with subject line Manager of Recruitment to:'

Big Sister Association, Attn: Human Resources
161 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
Fax: (617) 236-8075 | Email: hr@bigsister.org

Big Sister is committed to hiring staff who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of color, bilingual and bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are interested in working at a well-established, fast-paced and supportive organization committed to serving girls, please apply.

Youth Organizer, Family Violence Law Center, Oakland, CA

Youth Organizer

Posted on: May 10, 2013
Posted by: Family Violence Law Center

DESCRIPTION

The Family Violence Law Center (FVLC) is working to end domestic violence in Alameda County. Our holistic approach integrates violence prevention with comprehensive intervention services. We also work to address and change barriers for survivors within the legal, health, education, and criminal justice systems. As one of California's oldest agencies serving abuse victims, FVLC is recognized as a leader for delivering exceptional services and advocating for long-term social change regarding violence. Since 1996, FVLC's Youth Program has educated middle and high school students on dating violence prevention throughout Alameda County. The Youth Program has also recruited, trained and developed high school students to become peer educators for younger students.

OVERVIEW

The Youth Organizer will be responsible for identifying and training youth leaders to be educators and organizers working to increase understanding and take action against dating violence in the context of community violence. This person will reach out to networks of individuals and organizations to ensure Oakland youth have opportunities to be change agents in their communities in order to end violence. The Youth Organizer should be firmly grounded in social justice theory - specifically, popular education - have strong community organizing experience, and must be excited at the prospect of growing with our organization as we move to increase community engagement. The primary goal of the Youth Organizer will be to support Oakland youth and community members to make the connection between community violence and teen dating/domestic violence.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

A successful Youth Organizer is someone who is at their best in dynamic situations. You have the ability to perform professionally and a willingness to change directions, modify objectives and refine goals when the circumstances demand. You are a self-starter who can recognize when processes can be improved and will take the initiative to improve them.

The Youth Organizer also recognizes and cultivates the potential in others and prepares them for the future. When you interact with others, your goal is to help them experience success. You are fulfilled by seeing growth in others, and people often seek you out for help and encouragement. You connect with youth and diverse community members with ease. You are comfortable interacting with different kinds of people and find it easy to carry on a conversation in a variety of settings.The Youth Organizer is aware of their responsibility towards others and has a strong value system. You are considerate, caring and accepting. The Youth Organizer acts as a bridge builder for people from different backgrounds. You can appreciate different perspectives and connect people to one another. You can also energize others and people look to you to envision what could be.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Youth Organizing
 Identify, outreach to, and connect with youth within various Oakland communities.
 Train youth to be peer leaders and support initiatives that both end violence and support positive community-level change.
 Partner with youth leaders to design and implement campaigns to change school policies concerning teen dating violence.
 Coordinate meetings, events, and activities for youth and allies.
 Work with youth to develop and deliver culturally relevant youth education, dialogue and organizing.
 Provide technical assistance around youth leadership development and teen dating violence prevention to external community partners.
Program Management
 Work with the project Curriculum Consultant and the Youth Program Manager to create and implement youth leadership development activities.
 Work with the Youth Program Manager to ensure services provided have the desired impact on participants.
 Work with the project Evaluation Consultant and the Youth Program Manager to determine the best data-tracking methods and then use these methods to track participants and progress towards achieving identified goals/benchmarks.

QUALIFICATIONS

 Experience with youth and/or community organizing and engagement.
 Familiarity with Oakland strengths and challenges, its neighborhoods, and institutions.
 Excellent group and individual communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to apply these skills across a range of relationships and environments, including with youth, colleagues, and external partners.
 Belief in youth capacity for leadership. Knowledge of youth development models and experience supporting the leadership development of youth.
 Desire for and comfort with young people taking the lead. The Youth Organizer must be able to motivate youth and support their self-determination while also creating and enforcing systems of accountability.
 A demonstrated commitment to social justice, peace-building, equity, and the eradication of dating and domestic violence from our communities.
 Experience engaging multiple stakeholders in collaborative processes for collective impact.
 Understanding an analysis of the systemic nature of oppression, particularly the intersection of gender, race, sexual identity, and class.
 Comfort working in low-income communities of color.
 Ability to be flexible and creatively adapt to challenging situations.
 Experience with popular education preferred.
 Bilingual and bicultural preferred (Spanish - English).
 Valid California Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle.
COMPENSATION: Salary based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account, and generous vacation plan.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@fvlc.org. Review of applications will begin June 3, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.

NON-DISCRIMINATION: Family Violence Law Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex are encouraged to apply. FVLC maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition, perceived physical disability or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit; drive; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions except when such accommodation would cause Family Violence Law Center an undue hardship

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment includes settings of educational institutions, community places, and office environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions except when such accommodation would cause Family Violence Law Center an undue hardship.

Event & Outreach Coordinator, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Springfield, IL

Event and Outreach Coordinator

Posted on: May 11, 2013
Posted by: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Contract position (12 hours/week) responsible for the overall management of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Out of the Darkness Community Walks in Springfield and sites throughout southern Illinois in addition to other events and outreach responsibilities. Events Coordinator will also work on additional events and meetings as directed. Position reports to Illinois Area Director and may work with the Illinois Chapter Board.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Events Coordinator will work from home on personal computer with internet access in Springfield Illinois. Must be able to travel for meetings, events, and as directed.
• Travel throughout the state is required and reimbursable. Several meetings/events take place in the evening and on weekends.
• Participate in community awareness events to increase publicity of the organization and educate the public on suicide prevention programs available through AFSP.
• Responsible for fiscal management of events as well as volunteer management - including recruiting and training volunteers to serve on event committees.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with community leaders and organizations to promote AFSP's message, build support for our mission and increase involvement in AFSP events and programs.
• Work with media to publicize AFSP events and mission to heighten public awareness and reach fundraising goals.
• Secure walk sites and ensure that all necessary permits and licenses are secured. Interact with officials and local authorities (town clerks, police, and fire depts.) as necessary.
• Identify and solicit in conjunction with walk committee companies to provide cash and in-kind sponsorship and media sponsors.
• In accordance with procedures identified in AFSP's walk manual oversee registration on the day of the walks.
• In conjunction with walk committee recruit individual and team walkers (as outlined in walk manuals).
• Be available as needed to help with mailings, brochure distribution and other administrative tasks associated with events.
• Organize other outreach activities
• Plan other community events

DESCRIPTION OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• Knowledge and sensitivity to the issues of suicide, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders.
• Must work independently successfully and be trustworthy.
• Must be professional, organized, and courteous.
• A strong work ethic and a drive to achieve goals is a must.
• 3 professional references required.
• Previous nonprofit or event planning experience preferred.

NATURE OF POSITION

The Events Coordinator is a contractual position. This individual will work an average of 12 hours per week (some weeks less, some weeks more) and will receive a flat fee each month. The Events Coordinator works with their own computer at home. He or she must live in Springfield or a suburb of Springfield. He or she agrees to be available for regular meetings with the supervisor and Board Members.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should email resume and cover letter to ajervis@afsp.org.

NO CALLS PLEASE.
CANDIDATE MUST LIVE IN SPRINGFIELD IL OR SUBURBS OF SPRINGFIELD

Directing Attorney, California Rural Legal Assistance, Santa Monica, CA

Directing Attorney

Posted on: May 11, 2013
Posted by: California Rural Legal Defense

DESCRIPTION

California Rural Legal Assistance needs an exceptionally dedicated full time regular Directing Attorney to manage the Santa Maria office. It is an ideal job for an experienced managing attorney who wants to join an effective, dynamic team working to make systemic change.

Reporting to the Executive Director and the Deputy Director, the CRLA Directing Attorney is responsible for the overall provision of legal services to the low income client community in the service area and the day to day operations of the local field office. This includes supervising, training and motivating local office staff to provide the highest quality legal services in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services and the Code of Professional Responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Maintain an active caseload which consists of state and federal trial and appellate work.
- Supervise the activities of the CRLA local office staff attorneys, community workers and support staff in providing legal service to low income clients and client groups including advice, negotiation, litigation and administrative advocacy in accordance with CRLA priorities and case handling policies.
- Ensure that staff in the local office has accurate, timely, and complete information about the legal issues within the local office's scope of responsibility, including training in their basic office responsibilities.
- Evaluate staff on an annual basis including the identification of training needs to be incorporated into the office's six month work plan.
- Cooperate with the local office Director of Litigation, Advocacy and Training in the creation and implementation of the six month work plan.
- Encourage advocate staff to develop specialized knowledge in a substantive area of poverty law and to act as a resource for other staff through participation in at least one CRLA task force.
- Conduct weekly case review meetings to ensure that legal services provided are consistent with CRLA priorities, policies and procedures, and that they maximize office resources to provide the highest quality client service.
- Ensure that legal services provided are in compliance with LSC regulations, IOLTA requirements and the requirements of other grants to CRLA and the local office.
- Supervise staff in setting up local community education opportunities relating to legal rights and supervise the preparation of materials for these presentations.
- Act as liaison with the local community advisory board including setting up meetings, sending reports to the CRLA Board of Directors and working with the local board to identify annual office priorities.
- Cooperate with the Human Resources Department to ensure that all hires are completed in accordance with CRLA policies and procedures.
- Counsel and coach staff in performance, enlisting Human Resources as needed in cases where discipline is required.
- Cooperate with the Accounting Department in enforcing fiscally sound office procedures and ensuring a clean annual audit.

REQUIREMENTS

- Admitted to practice law before the court of any state.
- Admitted to practice law in the State of California or willingness to take the next California Bar Exam.
- Three years minimum experience managing law office and staff, preferably in a non-profit legal services environment.
- Three years minimum litigation experience, preferably in a non-profit legal services environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to working with low income clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Ability to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
- Good people skills and the ability to maintain positive relations with a diverse population.

SALARY: $42,000 - $67,500 based upon bar admission date, plus management bonus.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply send a resume with letter of applications to: hr@crla.org
E-mail attachments in Word only, or copy and paste cover letter and resume into body of e-mail. Include "DA – Santa Maria" in subject line of e-mail.

WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
CRLA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Staff Attorney - Housing, California Rural Legal Assistance, Santa Monica, CA

Staff Attorney - Housing

Posted on: May 11, 2013
Application deadline: July 10, 2013
Posted by: California Rural Legal Assistance

DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Directing Attorney or Project Director, the Staff Attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in CRLA priority areas in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services and the Code of Professional Responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provides legal service to low income clients and client groups including advice, negotiation, litigation and administrative advocacy in accordance with program priorities and case handling policies.
- Reviews and supervises the work product of Community Workers and Clerical support staff relating to all clients being advised or represented by him/her.
- Undertakes significant statewide impact activity, including institutional and group litigation or community economic development beneficial to the low income community.
- Develops leadership in working with community, client and other advocacy groups related to statewide impact issues.
- Works to develop specialized knowledge in a substantive area of poverty law and acts as a resource for other staff through participation in at least one CRLA task force.
- Coordinates advocacy in substantive areas through collaboration with other human services providers, non-profit organizations and community, client or other advocacy groups.
- Participates in CRLA training programs, local office case review or staff meetings or other CRLA activities as required.
- Provides community education regarding legal rights and prepares materials relating to these presentations.
- Works with members of the private bar as necessary in accordance with CRLA Private Bar Involvement.
- Maintains contemporaneous time records in the CRLA case handling system.
- Maintains a good working relationship with all members of the office staff.
- Utilizes basic capabilities of word processing program.
- Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

- Admitted to practice law before the court of any state.
- Admitted to practice law in the State of California or willingness to take the next California Bar Exam.
- Demonstrated commitment to working with low income clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Ability to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
- Good people skills and the ability to maintain positive relations with a diverse population.


SALARY: $42,000.00 to $67,500.00 based upon bar admission date.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to the CRLA Human Resources Department at hr@crla.org. E-mail attachments in Word only, or copy and paste cover letter and resume into body of e-mail. Include "Staff Attorney – Housing – Santa Maria" in subject line of e-mail.

WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
CRLA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Case Manager/Counselor, Marian House, Baltimore, MD

Case Manager/Counselor

Posted on: April 22, 2013
Posted by: Marian House

JOB SUMMARY


The purpose of the position is to assure that each Marian House II resident continues improvement through the delivery of mental health and recovery services and oversight of structured activities including regular attendance at work and house management. The incumbent is required to provide individual counseling and case management services to designated residents and to co-facilitate group counseling as directed. Marian House II Case Managers supervise all women who reside at Marian House II sites. Working in conjunction with Marian House staff and other MH II case manager/counselor(s), she coordinates the Marian House II program, counsels and assists each individual woman, and links her with other services as needed.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists women as they transition from MH I to MH II.
• Works closely with each woman's counselor at MH I to insure continuity in the program.
• Provides close supervision and frequent face to face meetings with residents of MH II during the initial transition Bridge Period.
• Provides formal case management services monthly with special focus on financial management issues as well as assisting residents in accessing other programs as needed.
• Provides individual clinical counseling twice a month and as necessary.
• Counsels residents regarding recovery, physical and mental health, employment, education, money matters, life skills, relationships, goals, and plans for the future.
• Provides a stable presence at MH II sites, encouraging community life and frequently interacting informally with the women.
• Is available for unexpected issues and circumstances as they arise among the women.
• Plans and guides a required monthly meeting of residents, allowing opportunities for sharing and for the airing of residents' concerns.
• Plans and co-facilitates therapeutic group counseling for MH II residents twice a month. Coordinates a monthly relapse prevention group and provides oversight, as necessary.
• Supervises the care and cleaning of the physical plant.
• Assists residents as they prepare to move beyond MH II with developing appropriate housing plans.
• Maintains detailed case records and develops treatment plans in conjunction with the client as assigned.
• Make presentations in the community on topics related to mental health, trauma, & addiction, as directed.
• Attends staff, clinical, house, and other meetings as requested.
• Takes advantage of workshops and conferences that focus on homelessness, addiction, and other topics related to the problems experienced by Marian House women.
• Cooperate in the agency's team approach to service provision by assuming responsibilities for program operation and house maintenance when needed. This will occasionally require presence outside regular business days and office hours.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MS in social work or counseling psychology with 2 – 3 years experience in case management and counseling field preferred
• Current licensure as LCPC or LCSW-C only
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Competence in verbal and written communication
• Ability to organize, to keep records and manage a workload efficiently.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft applications
• Background and ability to understand, appreciate, and carry out the Marian House mission; interpersonal skills to engage staff and volunteers in doing same.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• An essential attribute for this position is the intuitiveness to grasp implications of alternative choices on a wide variety of situations and potential problems
• Ability to respect the diversity of population served and embraces those of different race, culture, social class, ethnicity, or sexual preference
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle; reliable transportation for work; Maryland driver's license preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing; ability to receive communication clearly
• Ability to ambulate independently as the job requires
• Ability to maintain safety for self and others in an emergency
• Ability to handle stress without significant impairment to functioning
• Ability to absorb new information, skills, and attitudes
• General awareness of one's own and others' feeling states, and ability to identify them
• Ability to form a therapeutic relationship with clients and to establish positive collegial relationships with co-workers.
• Ability to organize, to keep records and manage a workload efficiently
• Commitment to the mission of Marian House
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and adapt to changes in accordance with clients and the agency's needs
• Sitting for extended periods
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to move supply cartons and equipment
• Ability to move throughout office complex frequently in the course of the business day

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume to:
Kathy LaVina at klavina@marianhouse.org
or mail to:
949 Gorsuch Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21218
NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.