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Clifton, NJ 07011
Site Name & Location St. Peter’s Haven 380 Clifton Avenue, Clifton NJ About St. Peter’s Haven: At St. Peter's Haven, our mission is to provide food and shelter to families and individuals in need, to prevent homelessness, as well as its recurrence, and to offer stability to the family during times of crisis. Feeding the hungry and sheltering the homeless gives strength and hope to those most in need of nurturing and compassion, at a time when life is at its bleakest. Title: Food Pantry Assistant Service Activities/Responsibilities: Manage Food Pantry Inventory Ensure proper receipt of all food pantry donations Greet clients and obtain all necessary documentation Prepare pantry for food distribution Assist with Senior Meals Delivery Program Assist with special events Position Requirements/Qualifications Bilingual English/Spanish Computer Skills Communication Skills/Customer Service Experience Clean Driver’s License St. PAUL’S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AMERICORPS PROGRAM BENEFITS AmeriCorps is the domestic version of the Peace Corps. AmeriCorps Members dedicate one year of their life to serve communities throughout the United States that are in need. For this year of dedication, individuals earn a living stipend, education award, and more! SPCDC AmeriCorps Members serve in all aspects of the agency's work. Duties range from working in the SPCDC Food Pantry, case management in our homeless men's shelter, and mentoring students in after school and summer programs throughout the City of Paterson, NJ. SPCDC offers its members different benefits based on a member’s level of commitment. * Half-Time Members commit to serve 900 hours (approximately 20-25 hours per week). Position Type Available: Half-Time Volunteer Hours to Complete: 900 Total Stipend Amount: $8,060.00 Educational Award: $3,172.50 *Access to NJSCNCS Trainings, Professional Development Workshops, & Access to AmeriCorps Alumni Resources *Participation in FREE End of the Year Trip to Washington D.C Contact AmeriCorps Program Director for more information at service@stpaulscdcnj.org
Date Posted: Jul 21, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Paterson, NJ 07505
The St. Paul’s Community Development Corporation (SPCDC) AmeriCorps Program is seeking passionate, social justice oriented candidates for its 2021-2022 program year. AmeriCorps Members dedicate approximately one year of their life to serve communities throughout the United States that are in need of support. For this year of service, members earn a living stipend and education award. SPCDC AmeriCorps Members serve in all aspects of the agency's work, as well as with partner agencies located throughout Paterson and Passaic County, NJ. Duties range from working as aides in local food pantries, as case management support in homeless shelters, and as classroom support in after school and summer programs. Candidates will begin service during the month of September (or shortly thereafter) with a contracted end date of August 31, 2022. Full-time (FT) members must complete 1700 service hours. Half-time (HT) members must complete 900 service hours by the date stipulated. About AmeriCorps: AmeriCorps is the domestic version of the Peace Corps. Learn more about AmeriCorps: http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps The Next Step Workforce Development Program provides classes in Adult Basic Education/Special Needs (SOAR-ABE), High School Diploma Preparation and Testing, Vocational Culinary, as well as computer literacy and employable soft skills. The program also administers the WIOA Youth Program and the Breaking the Cycle Initiative. Service Activities/Responsibilities: Complete weekly intake and assessments with clients using ETO software and orientation paperwork Manage a caseload of clients; monitor their progress toward meeting goals established in their service plans and their participation is required Maintain case management check-ins with clients in person and/or by phone to track their attendance record and program progress. Collaboratively with clients, provide assistance in goal setting and self-development; work as a team with other staff to achieve program wide participation, graduation and retention goals among others. Research and coordinate access to outside referral sources Organize and facilitate groups on various topics (Resilience, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, etc.). Maintain current, accurate, complete and timely documentation for programs progress in charts and databases Service Goals: Provide direct service to clients through case management Build healthy relationships with clients and other community organizations Assist clients with goal setting, time management, and organizational skills Collaborate with staff to collect data and documentation for program progress and reports Position Requirements/Qualifications: Experience in human services, social work, education or related field Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills Problem solving and critical thinking skills Training and Evaluation: Attend meetings, in-service training sessions identified by SPCDC AmeriCorps Program and the SPCDC Next Step Workforce Development Program. Attend National Days of Service, AmeriCorps Week, and events sponsored by the Corporation for National & Community Service. Expected Work Schedule: Monday -Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (flexibility can be offered but not guaranteed) ST. PAUL’S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AMERICORPS PROGRAM BENEFITS AmeriCorps is the domestic version of the Peace Corps. AmeriCorps Members dedicate one year of their life to serve communities throughout the United States that are in need. For this year of dedication, individuals earn a living stipend, education award, and more! SPCDC AmeriCorps Members serve in all aspects of the agency's work. Duties range from working in the SPCDC Food Pantry, case management in our homeless men's shelter, and mentoring students in after school and summer programs throughout the City of Paterson, NJ. SPCDC offers its members different benefits based on a member’s level of commitment. * Full-Time Members commit to serve 1700 hours (approximately 35-40 hours per week). Position Type: Full-Time Volunteer Hours to Complete: 1700 Total Stipend Amount: $15,210.00 Educational Award: $6,345.00 *Access to NJSCNCS Trainings, Professional Development Workshops, & Access to AmeriCorps Alumni Resources *Participation in FREE End of the Year Trip to Washington D.C Contact AmeriCorps Program Director for more information at service@stpaulscdcnj.org
Date Posted: Jul 19, 2021
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Paterson, NJ 07501
Service Title: Case Manager Aide (AmeriCorps) The St. Paul’s Community Development Corporation (SPCDC) AmeriCorps Program is seeking passionate, social justice oriented candidates for its 2021-2022 program year. AmeriCorps Members dedicate approximately one year of their life to serve communities throughout the United States that are in need of support. For this year of service, members earn a living stipend and education award. SPCDC AmeriCorps Members serve in all aspects of the agency's work, as well as with partner agencies located throughout Paterson and Passaic County, NJ. Duties range from working as aides in local food pantries, as case management support in homeless shelters, and as classroom support in after school and summer programs. Candidates will begin service during the month of September (or shortly thereafter) with a contracted end date of August 31, 2022. Full-time (FT) members must complete 1700 service hours. About AmeriCorps: AmeriCorps is the domestic version of the Peace Corps. Learn more about AmeriCorps: http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps Service Responsibilities include: Provide comprehensive case management services including: intake assessment, service plan development, coordination of services and referrals, advocacy, crisis intervention, and program maintenance. Collaborate with other agency case managers for necessary case conferencing and in-house referrals. Complete and maintain detailed case files and statistical records including Bi- weekly progress notes, incident reports, program terminations, etc. Enter subsequent data into relevant data systems (i.e. ETO-Efforts To Outcomes, Social Solutions, Inc. and HMIS-Homeless Management Information System, United States Department of Housing and Urban Development) Establish and maintain linkages with other community based organizations and government agencies. Qualifications and Requirements College degree in social work, criminal justice or related social science field Significant clerical and file management experience and data processing Strong organizational skills and excellent verbal, writing and communication skills Understanding of socially relevant issues impacting low-income urban communities Computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, internet, and email communications Valid Driver’s License is preferred, but not required ST. PAUL’S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AMERICORPS PROGRAM BENEFITS SPCDC offers its members different benefits based on a member’s level of commitment. *Full-Time Members commit to serve 1700 hours (approximately 35-40 hours per week). Position Type: Full-Time Volunteer Hours to Complete: 1700 Total Stipend Amount: $15,210.00 Educational Award: $6,345.00 *Access to NJSCNCS Trainings, Professional Development Workshops, & Access to AmeriCorps Alumni Resources *Participation in FREE End of the Year Trip to Washington D.C Contact AmeriCorps Program Director for more information at service@stpaulscdcnj.org
Date Posted: Jul 19, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Paterson, NJ 07505
St. Paul’s Community Development Corporation - SPCDC Next Step Workforce Development Program The St. Paul’s Community Development Corporation (SPCDC) AmeriCorps Program is seeking passionate, social justice oriented candidates for its 2021-2022 program year. AmeriCorps Members dedicate approximately one year of their life to serve communities throughout the United States that are in need of support. For this year of service, members earn a living stipend and education award. Candidates will begin service during the month of September (or shortly thereafter) with a contracted end date of August 31, 2022. Full-time (FT) members must complete 1700 service hours. Half-time (HT) members must complete 900 service hours by the date stipulated. About AmeriCorps: AmeriCorps is the domestic version of the Peace Corps. Learn more about AmeriCorps: http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps Service Title: Teacher’s Aide Purpose: The purpose of this service position is to assist the Next Step Workforce Development Program and its comprehensive educational training - encompassing career counseling, job development, job training, workforce development, adult basic education, and case management services. The program’s goal is to enhance students’ academic skills so they can become self-sufficient and find gainful employment. This AmeriCorps position does not duplicate or displace staff of agency or service site. Service Responsibilities Include: Assisting with the coordination of student appointments with outside resources Providing one-on-one tutorials for students in need Observing classroom dynamics and becoming familiar with classroom routines, textbooks and materials, and the main topics of major subjects taught Co-teaching basic skills classes, and teaching in the absence of the instructor using educational best practices Referring students to case managers for services and resources, as needed Assisting with the coordination and implementation of special events Assisting in maintaining student classwork and homework assignments Training and Evaluation: Attend the St. Paul’s Community Development Corporation and SPCDC Next Step Workforce Development Program Meetings Attend meetings, in-service training sessions identified by SPCDC Next Step Workforce Development Program Assist evaluators in gathering information related to program improvement Attend National Days of Service, AmeriCorps Week, and events sponsored by the New Jersey Commission on National and Community Service. SPCDC offers its members different benefits based on a member’s level of commitment. * Full-Time Members commit to serve 1700 hours (approximately 35-40 hours per week) Position Type: Full-Time Volunteer Hours to Complete: 1700 Total Stipend Amount for the Service Year: $15,210.00 Educational Award: $6,345.00 *Access to NJSCNCS Trainings, Professional Development Workshops, & Access to AmeriCorps Alumni Resources *Participation in FREE End of the Year Trip to Washington D.C Contact AmeriCorps Program for more information at service@stpaulscdcnj.org
Date Posted: Jul 19, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Paterson, NJ 07501
SPCDC requires the support of volunteers to help package 50-75 grocery bags per day for distribution to families in need. Individuals or groups are able to sign up for an available date or multiple dates (depending on availability). This is a great way to engage with your community and help ensure that families have access to healthy and nutritious meals. The SPCDC Food Pantry is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. With the exception of special holiday themed service events, we DO NOT currently have evening or weekend volunteer opportunities available for this program. All social distancing and safety protocols are in effect for volunteers supporting pantry operations.
Date Posted: Jun 23, 2021
