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Make our community a better place: Help us increase recycling and become a ZERO WASTE STATE!

Hourly wage: $10-$15/hr

Earn Money While Fighting Child Poverty

Why waste one more second doing something that doesn't feel exciting and motivating? Join our team of charity fundraisers today. The Fall season is a busy time for Dialoguers and we are hiring and training new fundraisers as we speak.

Spend the "Back-to-School" season (or all year round) doing something that matters to you! Dialogue for change--have fun in your city--make awesome friends while fighting for a cause you believe in.

We offer:

• A chance to gain unique skills as a representative for an internationally recognized charity
• Opportunities to train and lead others in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to achieve goals for a better future for children all over the world
• Full-time positions (4-5 days a week) that can be year-round or seasonal
• An unforgettable experience in which you will be challenged and learn to excel on your own
• A position that is well-paid, during which you are rewarded for your hard work
• Full benefits and generous paid time off

Visit our website to learn more about jobs with Dialogue Direct, and don't miss out on an amazing opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children who need your voice!

For more information or to apply visit backtoschool.dialoguejobs.com. If you would like to talk to someone over the phone, call MIKE at 617-532-1090. We would love to hear from you.

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The Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston is currently looking for 2 Youth Workers to join their Camp Harborview Staff.

YOUTH WORKER *(2 positions available)
Full-Time (M-F 12p-8p)
Summary:
Major responsibility of a Youth Worker is to serve as a resource and support to our CITs and campers in the community and at camp.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Advocate for and provide support, including short, medium, and long term goal oriented individual contact, crisis intervention, and mentoring to CITs and campers during the school year.
• Organize and lead creative and exciting group activities for CITs and campers throughout the school year.
• Support CITs and campers in academic, social, family, and other areas of functioning.
• Work with the social work team to problem-solve intervention strategies targeting ‘at-risk’ campers/CITs and their families.
• Work with the CIT Director to coordinate an off-season career development program for CITs.
• Work with the off-season team to plan for and coordinate the summer program for CITs.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings as needed.
• Participate in trainings as needed.
• Maintain records as needed.
• Travel between sites and to activities as needed
• Other related duties as specified by the CIT Director, Executive Director or Director of Operations.

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, equivalent experience considered
• Strengths-based approach in working with clients
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• MS Office and web competency preferred
• Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work camp and after-school hours, especially as seasons and service needs change
• Valid driver’s license and transportation required.

If interested in being considered for this position, please submit your resume to resumes@bgcb.org
or mail to:
Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston
50 Congress Street, Suite 730
Boston, MA 02109

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston is currently looking for an Education Assistant to join our team at the South Boston Boys and Girls Club. The major responsibility of this position is to assist in the delivery of quality and developmentally appropriate education department sponsored programs, activities, services, and special events. This is a part-time position, 20 hrs. a week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist in the delivery of education program, activities, and events as directed.
• Assist in the completion of BGCB program activities standards as determined each year.
• Assist in the supervision and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate.
• Participate in collaborative programs and events with staff from other clubhouse departments as well as staff from other BGCB clubhouses and community organizations as appropriate.
• Assist volunteers and consultants who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members.
• Participate in program/service outcome measurement processes and other evaluations programs including BGCA’s annual evaluation Commitment to Quality as appropriate.
• Secure and maintain materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the program area(s). Maintain a safe and clean program area(s).
• Participate in individual and group supervision sessions; participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate.
• Travel between sites and to activities as needed
• Other related duties as specified by the Education Director.

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)
• High school degree or GED required.
• Direct experience providing education and/or academic support programs for youth.
• Knowledge of youth development principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• MS Office and web competency preferred.
• Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work clubhouse hours especially as seasons and service needs change.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to resumes@bgcb.org
or mail to :
Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston
50 Congress Street, Suite 730
Boston, MA 02109

RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
GERMAINE LAWRENCE, INC.
ARLINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS

Germaine Lawrence is New England’s leading provider of residential treatment for adolescent girls. With an outstanding success rate, Germaine Lawrence has earned the reputation as the most effective program of its type in the region. We have recently added an exciting new program specifically assisting sexually exploited girls. We are located in the Greater Boston area accessible to public transportation. We offer programs over a full range of mental health issues, including specialties in:

• Eating disorders
• Sexually exploited girls
• Sexual offending
• Self injurious behaviors
• Prostitution and runaways
• Short term diagnostics
• Cutting

At Germaine Lawrence, staff are valued team members dedicated to helping troubled girls rebuild their lives. Residential Counselors provide:

• Individual counseling
• Lead individual and group activities
• Participate in group therapy and treatment planning
• Assist with daily living tasks
• Implement our behavior management program

Germaine Lawrence is highly committed to our staff’s professional and personal growth. All staff are provided with rich training and supervision to enhance their skills, and support their advancement in the agency. Each week several hours are dedicated to staff development, including in-service training, individual supervision, and on-floor coaching to provide the education and support needed to be a successful counselor.

Our Residential Counselors are a valuable and integral part of our therapy team. This is a full time position with full benefits including generous time off provisions and overtime availability. Evening and weekend hours are required. We offer opportunities for rapid advancement and excellent benefits.

We look for candidates who are: team players; willing to learn and accept feedback; can tolerate stress; are confident; energetic; and, assertive. A college degree – in a variety of majors – is preferable. Diversity in our workforce is highly valued.

Please visit us on the web at www.germainelawrence.org or send your resume to recruiting@germainelawrence.org

Get Involved! Call now 617-749-1320
Greenpeace is hiring individuals to join our Frontline fundraising team. The pay is $12-$13 per hour plus bonus and benefits. The best employees looking for careers are trained to manage Greenpeace offices or local campaign work.

Greenpeace is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of all ages, color, persons with disabilities, women, LGBT applicants.


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GWArc, INC.

JOB OPENING

DATE POSTED: March 19, 2010

PROGRAM: Employment, Plus and Transitions



POSITION: Director of EPT



The Director of Employment, Plus & Transitions is responsible for the overall design, management and effectiveness of GWArc's Employment, Plus and Transitions programs and services. The Program Director will develop, implement and evaluate all necessary administrative, program and staff systems; oversee facility maintenance and community relationships. These services emphasize individualized training strategies and supports, and consumer input and independence.



S/he will be responsible for overseeing the development and maintenance of positive relationships with host companies and funding sources for BIS mail and all EPT programs.



QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in human services, business/marketing or a related field, w/minimum of 5 years experience in human services/employment services and/or business industry; must have supervisory experience. Master?s Degree Preferred.



OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of MR/DD population and community service system. Current driver license and car. Excellent organizational, communication, coordination and leadership skills. Able to effectively develop and lead a team and able to work as part of a GWArc Management Team. Experience Marketing, Production and Customer Relations.





SALARY RANGE: low 50's



WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours+, salaried position, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with evening hours.



STARTING DATE: ASAP

JOB SUMMARY: To assist consumers to participate and benefit from Day Education Programs through the implementation of individualized programs plans, interventions, work training routines (when applicable) and other scheduled program activities in a variety of therapeutic environments. To enhance consumer's independence, dignity, safety, personal and self care activities. To support the Program Supervisors with implementing the day-to-day operations of the Program. Manage a caseload and develop and teach consumers as part of an Interdisciplinary Team of clinicians, health care staff and program staff.







QUALIFICATIONS: B. S. in a Psychology, Special Education or related field and 1 year experience. In lieu of a college degree a High School diploma or GED with 2 plus years paid work experience in an instructor/care management role with a similar population.









Functional capability to lift, transfer, pivot and bear consumers' weight in a safe manner. Ability to implement multiple Behavior Modification Plans/individualized interventions/programs in a variety of settings/environments. Commitment to community inclusion and upholding the human rights and dignity of people with disabilities, flexibility and responsive to a variety of requests. Good time management, organizational and communication skills. Knowledge of sub-contract work a plus. Ability to meet deadlines, production and paperwork requirements. Vehicle and driver?s license required.







OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Must have strong oral and written communication skills with consumers, program staff, families, therapists and other service providers/monitors. Capacity to learn/perform basic sign language, CPR/First Aid and other augmentative communication systems essential. Computer literate.







SALARY RANGE: $30,000 ? 32,000 plus depending on education and experience.





WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hrs. per week M - F.







STARTING DATE: ASAP

Help Fight Extremism and Defend our Civil Liberties
Work for Grassroots Campaigns on behalf of the ACLU!

The ACLU is our nation's guardian of liberty, working daily in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.
Right now, some elected officials and far right extremists want to discriminate against people because of their sexual orientation, ban abortion and limit birth control, and teach religious doctrine instead of science in public schools.

Grassroots Campaigns activists here in Boston are working on behalf of the ACLU to raise awareness, recruit new supporters and raise much needed funds to support the ACLU's work in every state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

We are currently hiring Full-time Canvassers and Field Managers to work in our Boston Campaign Office.
Earn $335-$535/week.
Call Pat at 617-338-7882

Grassroots Campaigns past and current clients include: Amnesty International, the American Civil Liberties Union, Oxfam America, the League of Conservation Voters, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Equality California, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty Animals, the Democratic National Committee, MoveOn.org Political Action, Repower America, Working America, Common Cause, the Center for American Progress, and Save the Children. (Save the Children is an independent organization and is not religiously or politically aligned. Save the Children has no direct affiliation with the organizations Grassroots Campaigns, Inc. partners with.)

JOB SUMMARY: To assist consumers to participate and benefit from Day Habilitation and Work Training Program through the implementation of individualized programs plans, interventions and work training routines and other scheduled program activities in a variety of settings. To enhance consumer's independence, dignity, safety, personal and self care activities. To support the Plus Program Manager with implementing the day-to-day operations of the Program. Manage a caseload and develop and teach consumers as part of an Interdisciplinary Team of clinicians, health care staff and program staff.









QUALIFICATIONS: B. S. in a Psychology, Special Education or related field and 1 year experience. In lieu of a college degree a High School diploma or GED with 2 plus years paid work experience in an instructor/care management role with a similar population.







Functional capability to lift, transfer, pivot and bear consumers' weight in a safe manner. Ability to implement multiple Behavior Modification Plans/individualized interventions/programs in a variety of settings/environments. Commitment to community inclusion and upholding the human rights and dignity of people with disabilities, flexibility and responsive to a variety of requests. Ability & knowledge in signing, non-violent restraint, CPR/First Aid. Good time management, organizational and communication skills. Knowledge of sub-contract work a plus. Ability to meet deadlines, production and paperwork requirements. Vehicle and driver’s license required.







OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Must have strong oral and written communication skills with consumers, program staff, families, therapists and other service providers/monitors. Capacity to learn/perform basic sign and other augmentative communication systems essential. Computer literate.







SALARY RANGE: $29,500-30,500+ depending on education and experience







WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hrs. per week M - F. plus flexible hours for meetings







STARTING DATE: ASAP







The Greater Waltham Arc is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with developmental disabilities and their family members by supplying the support and assistance needed to meet the ever changing challenges of their daily lives.



Founded in 1956 by a group of concerned parents, GWArc has developed partnerships with local human services agencies, school and employers with our proven programs. Programs include: Day Education, Employment Services, School to Work Transitions, Community and Family Support, Recreation, Inclusive Summer Camp, and Elder Day Programming. Please visit our website at www. gwarc.org for more information.

Non Profit Development Assistant

A local not-for-profit organization has an excellent opportunity for a top notch professional to fill an administrative support role in a busy development office. This contract role is a great way to get your foot in the door at one of Boston's non-profit agencies with a competitive salary and great work environment.

The successful candidates will have 1-2 years administrative experience with proficiency in MS Office Word and Excel. Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge is a big plus!

Responsibilities will include writing marketing copy, creating general correspondence, calendar management, coordinating meetings, communications support and utilizing the Raiser’s Edge database to maintain and update contacts and donations.

Professional Staffing Group is full-service staffing agency based in Boston. PSG has established itself as a front-runner in placing candidates at Boston's most prestigious business and non-profit organizations.

There are no costs for candidates utilizing our services as our clients pay for all related hiring fees. All PSG job postings are either actual positions we had available at the time of posting and/or are representative of positions we typically fill or expect to fill. If you see a job that interests you, respond to the ad or give us a call so that we can help you find a job you'll love. As one of the area's largest staffing firms, we helped almost 5,000 people find jobs this year so chances are good that we can help you too.

LISC AmeriCorps Member
Open Space Community Organizer
Service Description

Overview of Organization: The Allston Brighton CDC engages neighborhood residents in an ongoing process of shaping and carrying out a common vision of a diverse and stable neighborhood in the face of sustained economic pressures. That vision is evident in community-led projects that protect and create affordable housing, create greenspace, foster a healthy local economy, provide avenues for economic self-sufficiency, and increase understanding among and between neighborhood residents.

The Allston Brighton CDC is committed to overcoming racism. We are actively working to ensure that we represent the diversity of our community at all levels of our organization and nurture an environment that is free from discrimination, intolerance and harassment.

The Allston Brighton CDC has developed and oversees management of 524 units of affordable rental and homeownership units, offers homebuying and asset building programs, provides housing counseling services, and has a strong open space and community advocacy program.

The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is dedicated to helping community residents transform distressed neighborhoods into healthy and sustainable communities of choice and opportunity — good places to work, do business and raise children. LISC combines corporate, government and philanthropic resources to help community-based organizations revitalize underserved neighborhoods. Since 1980, LISC has invested more than $9.7 billion that has leveraged an additional $31.3 billion to build or rehabilitate 271,000 affordable homes and develop 40 million square feet of retail, community and educational space nationwide in efforts to Build Sustainable Communities. This strategy extends to the LISC AmeriCorps program where we support placing AmeriCorps Members with local non-profit partners to assist in local efforts to revitalize underserved neighborhoods across America creating vibrant places for people to live, work, and play. LISC’s AmeriCorps program seeks to attract talented individuals to serve for one year to help build organizational capacity and is committed to providing opportunities for people to serve where they live. www.lisc.org

Overview of AmeriCorps Member Activities
The LISC AmeriCorps Open Space Community Organizer will work with the Director of Community Organizing in support of Allston Brighton CDC’s open space and sustainability advocacy. Our goal is to organize and build leadership among residents to protect and preserve existing open spaces in Allston Brighton and to advocate for sustainable measures that conserve the natural infrastructure. This advocacy can include increasing neighborhood foliage in public and private spaces, creating more awareness of low-impact design techniques such as rain gardens and permeable pavers, and increasing local stewardship of and access to parks and other open spaces. While outreach is to community members at large, special effort will be made to include residents of ABCDC-owned housing and members of the Latino community in our open space work.

Responsibilities:
• Provide organizing assistance and support to the Allston Brighton Green Space Advocates.
• Promote best practices in sustainable development by providing education, technical assistance and research on issues relating to open space, community planning, reducing the carbon footprint, and green building.
• Conduct door-to-door outreach and one-on-one meetings to involve the community, including residents of Allston Brighton CDC-owned housing, in open space & sustainability initiatives.
• Work with asset development and other staff to increase participation in CDC projects and to identify and train new leaders.
• Participate in broader Allston Brighton CDC community organizing efforts including regional and city coalitions, organization events such as the Allston Brighton CDC Annual Meeting, All Bright World Night, and other events as requested.

Minimum Qualifications
• High school degree, GED certificate or agree to achieve GED within the year
• Minimum of 18 year of age, US citizen or permanent resident status
• Desire and ability to work with a diverse group of people, particularly those living in low-income distressed neighborhoods
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Computer skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (some nights and weekends may be required)

Desired Qualifications:
• Highly motivated and energized to develop community leaders and promote positive change.
• Two years’ experience in community organizing or planning.
• Experience in open space and community development issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and some weekends.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Experience in working with ethnically, economically and linguistically diverse populations.
• Bilingual/ bicultural preferred.

Member benefits:
Part-time members serve for 900 hours (approximately 20 hours/week) for a full year between September 16, 2010 through August 31, 2011. Members will earn a stipend of $9,000, plus three weeks’ vacation, holidays, personal days and sick leave. Health insurance is not included. Upon successful completion of the service year, members will be eligible for a $2,675 education award to pay off existing student loans or return to school. Members will attend a national orientation in September and monthly meetings and trainings hosted by the Boston LISC office. Additional training opportunities are available.

Please send a letter of interest and resume as soon as possible before by September 10, 2010 to:
Ava Chan, Director of Community Organizing
Allston Brighton CDC
20 Linden St. Suite 288, Allston MA 02134
Fax: 617 787 0425

LISC and the Allston Brighton CDC promote equal opportunity in selecting AmeriCorps members. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the selection process.

Morgan Memorial Goodwill is a dynamic, growing $27 million not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to provide exemplary job training and related services to help individuals with disabilities and other barriers to self sufficiency to achieve independence and dignity through work. Not charity, but a chance.


JOB TITLE: Business Account Executive

SUMMARY: The Business Account Executive is responsible and accountable for marketing and connecting Boston Career Link’s registered job seekers to Greater Boston’s employers, resulting in competitive, long-term job placements, satisfied employers, and repeat business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develops and maintains productive relationships with Greater Boston’s employers, staffing agencies, human resource recruiters, and employment-based community programs to promote Boston Career Link (BCL) and the full services of Goodwill Industries to facilitate the placement of registered job seekers.
• Creates opportunities for employers to host and conduct on-site recruitment, career fairs, industry briefings, and post jobs into Mass Job Quest.
• Facilitates events that successfully connect employers with BCL job seekers.
• Targets employer job postings and presents individuals that match the required qualifications based on recommendations and assessments from Career Advisors.
• Develops and cultivates new networks of employment sources while advocating for registered target populations.
• Develops and/or maintains an up-to-date knowledge and familiarity with:
a. Department of Labor (DOL) programs, services, and benefits for employers
b. DOL’s Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA) programs, policies, and procedures
c. Massachusetts Division of Career Services and Unemployment Assistance (DETMA) programs, policies, benefits, and procedures
d. Massachusetts’ One-Stop Career Centers (OSCC’s)
e. Massachusetts One-Stop Employment System (MOSES)
f. Boston Private Industry Council (PIC) workforce investment board, and
g. Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries’ regional programs and services.
• Documents all work-related activities in MOSES. Maintains updated contact information, confirms and enters all job orders from employers.
• Acts as a knowledgeable resource for an employer’s staffing and resources team, providing expertise on job placement, hiring tax incentives, hiring opportunities, and labor market information.
• Improves service delivery design by working closely with other staff, program departments, and community/industry contacts, collecting and assessing job seeker and labor market data to develop enhanced outreach and placement strategies.
• Organizes and conducts Employer Events including On-site Interviews, Industry Briefings, Job Fairs, workshops, and other special recruitment efforts.
• Performs miscellaneous team-related duties, as assigned, including evening coverage, facilitating workshops/groups and participating in special events.

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, preferably in business, marketing, human resources, or related field.
• Strong marketing/sales skills including ability to engage employers through reflective, solution-focused dialogue. Ability to market job seekers with a broad range of skills and competencies to employers.
• Demonstrated experience working with employers, strong understanding of business needs, and extensive knowledge of the Greater Boston labor market.
• Strong organizational skill; ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Strong, accurate computer skills; familiarity with MSWord, Access, spreadsheets, Internet.
• Massachusetts driver’s license and ability to travel throughout Massachusetts.
• Requires acceptable results of CORI check according to Agency policy and DMR requirements.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
If you are interested in putting your professional experience to work in a dynamic, growing organization, consider Goodwill. We offer an excellent compensation/benefits program. Interested candidates should submit their resume and salary requirements to Human Resources at: hr@goodwillmass.org

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To learn more about Goodwill, visit us at www.goodwillmass.org

About Our Organization:

The Community Builders, Inc. (TCB) develops high-quality, well-managed, affordable, sustainable homes and communities that promote the self-sufficiency of low and moderate income families, seniors, and persons with diverse needs. The Community Builders offers technical assistance to service providers to help them develop affordable housing that meets the needs of special populations.

The Community Builders Resident Services Department seeks to foster healthy communities and promote self-sufficiency by improving community relations, facilitating access to resources, and providing opportunities for personal goal achievement for residents of TCB housing communities.

Position: Resident Services Coordinator (full-time) at Casa Maria Apartments, Boston (North End) MA (Elderly Clientele)

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Community Resources:

• Identify the strengths of residents for asset-building and personal development as well as their needs for supportive services.
• Meet with residents on an individual and as-needed basis to establish work plans and document progress.
• Research, identify, and link residents with resources such as rental assistance, transportation, adult education, childcare, health services, etc.
• Maintain confidential records of resident interactions and referrals made.
• Inform and assist residents with obtaining benefits such as SSI, Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP (food stamps) and prescription drug assistance.
• Establish relationships with government and community service providers.
• Work closely with Property Management staff to identify specific supportive needs as related to lease violations and household stability.
• Provide community resource information to new residents upon move-in.
• Compile information and eligibility requirements for neighborhood and City-wide resources.
• Organize community resource displays with information and applications.

Programs and Activities:

• Implement core programs and services objectives outlined in the Resident Services Program model, along with services required via regulatory and grant agreements.
• Explore and provide on-site educational speakers, workshops, and activities about health issues, financial literacy, computer training, job searching, and other life skills.
• Set up office hours and advertise office hours for residents to meet with and request referrals from RSC.
• Work with Property Management to schedule and coordinate the usage of Community Room space and oversee programs and activities conducted
• Recruit and supervise volunteers to assist with programs.
• Assist residents in building informal support networks with other residents, family members, and friends.
• Create opportunities for residents to get involved with community activities.
• Coordinate resident training for leadership roles, such as developing and implementing beneficial programming.
• Organize on and off-site community-building events.
• Encourage and support residents in the formation of on-site groups such as Resident Councils, building safety monitors, and social clubs.
• Actively support the democratically-elected Resident Councils.
• Mediate disputes between residents or refer parties to mediation services such as Community Boards.
• Exchange resources with other Resident Services staff and collaborate on programs and community-building activities, as appropriate.
• Produce a monthly calendar of events and activities in the site’s newsletter.

Administration:

• Maintain timesheets, service reports, grant reports, activities budgets, program files, and required paperwork.
• Maintain collaborative relationship with Property Management staff and actively participate in site staff meetings to address property needs and resident issues.
• Work with the Portfolio Manager to budget funds for resident services.
• Participate in monthly Resident Services team meetings.
• Write grants and search of any potential funding sources.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the site manager.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work preferred. Equivalent in a related field plus or 2-3 years experience in community services coordination and social service delivery.
• Experience working with an aging in place population; infermed individuals and low-income individuals / families.
• Ability to constructively work with people with mental health, substance use, disability and legal issues.
• Knowledge of Federal and State benefits programs and local services.
• Demonstrated skills in leadership and community building.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including proven ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Enthusiasm, patience, strong initiative, and desire to make a positive difference in the lives of residents.
• Experience in program design, implementation and evaluation.
• Bilingual (Italian) a huge plus
• Ability to articulate ideas clearly and professionally in both a written and oral manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to follow through and complete job duties.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Internet, and e-mail.
• Learn the proprietary TCB Client Management Information Services (CMIS) software program.
• Participate in monthly Resident Services conference calls.
• Facilitate team meetings both internally and with outside service providers.
• Professional commitment to the mission of The Community Builders, Inc. (Web Site: http//www.tcbinc.org)

The Community Builders, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnic background, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disabilities. Please let us know if you need any special accommodations. The Community Builders, Inc. is a drug free work place as required by the “Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988” Applicants will need to pass a thorough background check.

Compensation:
TCB is the established leader in nonprofit housing development and management. We offer a highly competitive salary and an excellent benefits package for employees and eligible dependents.

To Apply:
Please e-mail resume and cover letter with salary history or via fax to 857.241.2332 or by First Class Mail to The Community Builders, Inc. ,Casa Maria Apartments, 130 Endicott Street, Boston, MA 02113. Attn: Portfolio Manager

Youth Counselor (157)
Fitchburg,MA
Competitive with Excellent Benefits

2008 Top 100 Companies to Work For in Massachusetts.

NFI Massachusetts Inc. a dedicated non-profit human service agency offers a highly diverse spectrum of community based programs for youths, adults and families. Those served include troubled adolescents with histories of abuse and neglect, serious emotional and/or behavioral problems, and delinquent youths in addition to adults with mental illness or developmental disabilities.

NFI Massachusetts is proud of its 36-year track record of providing effective, high-quality services to people in need. The objective of all NFI Massachusetts programs is to assist individuals to achieve their maximum potential regardless of disability, to receive services in the least restrictive settings and to experience the full promise of community living.

Our programs are supported by a highly committed, interdisciplinary staff comprised of clinicians, case managers, counselors, nurses, teachers and medical and/or psychiatric consultants who utilize a highly collaborative team approach to treatment.

A few of the many services offered are:

• Short and long term residential assessment and treatment services for youth referred through the Departments of Youth Services, Children and Families, and Mental Health.
• A continuum of care within the client’s community including in-home therapy, after school activities, respite and wrap around services.
• Residential and outreach respite for adults with mental illness and developmental disabilities.

Please visit our website at www.nafi.com for more information about our agency.
Professional Development opportunities encouraged. Come join our team.

The 'Positive Opportunities Program' (POP), located in Fitchburg, MA, is a staff-secure residential home that serves sixteen (16) male youths, ages 11-20, referred by the Department of Youth Services. POP supports these youth by ensuring that they receive services that reduce their at risk status, provides for their needs, and prepares them for a safe and effective return to the community. POP utilizes an integrated approach that includes anger management, violence prevention, conflict resolution, victim awareness, behavior management, community transition, family intervention and integration, relapse prevention and problem solving. Use your criminal justice or related degree to be a pivotal person in a youth's life.

Special Requirements:
1. Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
2. Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) and experience with the program population preferred.
3. High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
4. Good communication skills.
5. Must hold a valid drivers license.
6. Must possess excellent vision and hearing, and the ability to read and speak English.

DIRECT CARE ~ New program in Holliston MA
As program manager you will oversee all aspects of a brand new medically intensive residential program for developmentally disabled adults. You must be experienced in program leadership and direct care. HS diploma/GED & valid driver’s license are required. This is a F/T position and includes one weekend shift . AA/EOE. FAX resume to: 508.699.3836.

GENERAL FUNCTION: Responsible for the planning and implementation of all swim programs at the West End House Boys & Girls Club including a new learn to swim program, free swim, and swim team.

QUALIFICATIONS
CPR/FPR; Standard First Aid
LGT certified
Red Cross WSI certification/ YMCA certification
HS Diploma; B.A. or B.S. a plus
Valid driver’s license with good driving record

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plan, coordinate, and teach swim lessons and a variety of water safety and other aquatic related classes to children age 7 to 18;
• Coach the youth swim team, plan practices for beginner and advanced levels, staff swim meets;
• Recruit new children from the Club membership for swim lessons and swim team achieving an increase in participation in both of these programs;
• Insure the safety of all participants in pool activities; enforce pool safety and health rules and regulations;
• Keep records on class participants.

Hours: Monday through Friday, between 2:00 – 7:00 PM, 20 hours per week

Who We Are
The Barry Price Rehabilitation Center is a non-profit human service organization that provides support services to adults with developmental disabilities. We are a community based organization offering residential services, employment supports and day habilitation programs. Our mission is to support and enhance the lives of individuals by encouraging personal growth and active participation in the community, and respecting individual preferences and diversity. For more information on The Price Center, please go to our website at: http://www.barrypricecenter.org

Status:
Non-Exempt, At-Will by signed agreement

Requirements:
• Related Training and Mass R.N. Certification.
• One (1) year experience in a community health setting.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent Writing Skills.

Preference:
• Experience with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Supervision and training experience.

Summary Description:
Oversee health and safety supports for all individuals. Complete all necessary medical documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor/Oversee health and safety services for individuals in the Day Habilitation Program, while they are in the center or community, consistent with DMA, DDS, DPH and OSHA safety/ health standards, human rights, dignity and choice.
• Work with other R.N. on staff to maintain agency health standards and medication administration.
• Provide emergency medical treatment to individuals, as needed, and routine medical treatment as prescribed by personal physicians, and document the same.
• Upkeep of all nursing, medication and health records in individual confidential files; complete and submit state required medication administration and storage reports. Complete Agency accident/injury forms.
• Act as primary contact with residential nursing staff and primary physicians, obtaining required reports/approval.
• Participate in the Interdisciplinary Team's continuing individual evaluations, documenting recommendations and advising staff of any medical issues.
• Conduct individual and/or group trainings for agency safety plan procedures, universal precautions, health/ safety standards, and individual health needs.
• Participate in the quarterly inspections done by the Safety Committee and document any findings or recommendations.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, treating all recipients, staff, and families as valued adults.
• Work with individuals and small groups, per ISPs, to develop independent living, health, hygiene and safety skills.
• Provide supervision for any L.P.N.s on staff.


Hours:
Monday – Friday, 30 hours per week, 9am- 3pm

Salary & Benefits:
• $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
• Full medical and dental insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance, 403(b) Retirement matching plan, tuition reimbursement program, paid vacation and time-off.


To Apply:
Email resume and cover letter to hr@barrypricecenter.org, or fax to 617-244-0069.

Skills Instructor--Healthcare Pre-Employment Program

A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY!! Boston?s most successful and innovative
healthcare pre-employment training program is seeking an experienced,
passionate instructor to deliver job readiness training to our clients.

Under the direction of the Manager of Workplace Education, the Skills
Instructor delivers job readiness training for entry level positions in
the healthcare industry.

Part-time (17.5 hours per week), competitive salary, great benefits
package. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 year experience teaching
adults in a professional/organizational environment. Knowledge of the
healthcare industry a plus. The program serves an entry level population
pursuing entry level positions in the healthcare industry.

Course content includes but is not limited to: Basic Microsoft Office,
customer service in a healthcare environment, professional communication
skills, HIPAA, public speaking, building a resume, medical terminology,
business writing, problem solving and cultural awareness.



AA/EOE