MINACT, INC., Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks Job Corps Center: Sub Academic & Career Technical Instructor & Tutors, Sub Residential Advisor & Career Counselor: Internal / External Posting (06.21.19 – 06.28.19)

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Project Coordinator – U of M School of Social Work

The School of Social Work at the University of Memphis has a Project Coordinator position open.

Position Description

Job Summary/Basic Function: The School of Social Work at The University of Memphis invites applications for a grant-funded Project Coordinator Position. Church Health and the University of Memphis propose a partnership to enhance behavioral health services to the underserved and largely uninsured Latinx community in Memphis. With grant support by Church Health, the University of Memphis will hire an academic specialist who will work four days per week onsite at Church Health and one day per week at the University of Memphis. The goals of the project are as follows:

To increase access to behavioral health services for the Latinx community in Memphis.

To improve the mental/emotional health of clients who seek behavioral health services at Church Health.

To increase University of Memphis student engagement at Church Health through internships and service learning.

To develop a course in integrated, community-based behavioral health that can be taught onsite at Church Health and provide community engagement with the programs and services at Crosstown.

 Minimum Qualifications:

1.       An earned MSW degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

2.       Social work licensure at the master’s level

3.       A minimum of one (1) year of post MSW practice experience

(3) A minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience at the University level

(4) Ability to teach or prep courses in the MSW or the BA in social work

(5) Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, oral and written

(6) Experience or familiarity with the Memphis social service community

(7) Experience with the Hispanic/Latinx community

Apply online at https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/22329

The position will close June 28, 2019.

The University of Memphis

An Equal Opportunity · Affirmative Action University

Position available at the University of Memphis School of Social Work

School of Social Work

The School of Social Work at the University of Memphis has a project coordinator position open.

Position Description

 Job Summary/Basic Function: The School of Social Work at The University of Memphis invites applications for a grant-funded Project Coordinator Position. Church Health and the University of Memphis propose a partnership to enhance behavioral health services to the underserved and largely uninsured Latinx community in Memphis. With grant support by Church Health, the University of Memphis will hire an academic specialist who will work four days per week onsite at Church Health and one day per week at the University of Memphis. The goals of the project are as follows:

1. To increase access to behavioral health services for the Latinx community in Memphis.
2. To improve the mental/emotional health of clients who seek behavioral health services at Church Health.
3. To increase University of Memphis student engagement at Church Health through internships and service learning.
4. To develop a course in integrated, community-based behavioral health that can be taught onsite at Church Health and provide community engagement with the programs and services at Crosstown.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.       An earned MSW degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

2.       Social work licensure at the master’s level

3.       A minimum of one (1) year of post MSW practice experience

(3) A minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience at the University level

(4) Ability to teach or prep courses in the MSW or the BA in social work

(5) Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, oral and written

(6) Experience or familiarity with the Memphis social service community

(7) Experience with the Hispanic/Latinx community

Apply online at https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/22329

The position will close June 28, 2019.

Community Engagement & Education Coordinator position available

Organization:

The mission of Restore Corps is to eradicate human trafficking by empowering survivors, equipping communities & changing systems of injustice. We are a Christian, faith-based organization with a focus on professional excellence.

Position:

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Community Engagement & Education Coordinator will be responsible for the growth & cultivation of strategic partnerships & stakeholders in the community, especially pertaining to education & prevention trainings. The Community Engagement & Education Coordinator will facilitate educational seminars, participate on panels, & provide internal & external trainings on Restore Corps Human Trafficking Curriculum presentations. She/he will initially develop deep knowledge of field, core programs, operations, & business plans.

Responsibilities Education & Training Curriculum:
● Coordinate & facilitate community-based trainings on human trafficking, engaging with diverse audiences & clearly communicating presentation objectives
● Create engaging reports, presentations, & informational materials catering to specific audience engagement, including youth, faith-based organizations, health-care providers, law enforcement, service providers, board members, volunteers, staff and more
● Maintain concise data organization, tracking quality of trainings, pre & post assessments, & coordinating all details & scheduling for speaking requests
● Coordinate all speaking requests allocated to the Executive Director & prepare presentation materials & coordinate event details, as needed
● Facilitate trauma-informed trainings for all volunteers by working with the Volunteer Coordinator, & initiate the Train the Trainer Restore Corps program
● Maintain current & in-depth knowledge of human trafficking trends, including national & local events, as well as past & present TN law & legislative efforts
● Ensure all-training content is consistent with TASA (Tennessee Anti-Slavery Alliance) standardized terminology, is holistically communicated, & includes
honoring language & content concerning all survivors of commercial exploitation
Community Engagement & Events:
● Lead & coordinate monthly prostitution diversion course, communicating with all community collaborators, & engaging with district attorney’s office & local law enforcement to bolster visibility & effectiveness of the course
● Respond to all requests from community partners for ministry fairs & community engagement events, hosting interest tables, recruiting volunteers, & engaging with potential & existing community partners
● Create & facilitate a community-wide engagement & awareness event campaign bolstering organization & local human trafficking visibility during Human Trafficking Awareness Month
● Work with the Executive Director & Director of Survivor Services to create a community engagement & collaboration plan with local anti-trafficking organizations, including innovating a TASA seal of approval program
Administration & Executive Support:
● Assist in coordination & organization of all-team staff meetings, conference calls, preparation for board meetings, & community stakeholder meetings;
● Organize & track community engagement & event calendars, & coordinate scheduling for Executive Director & Director of Survivor Services community meeting & speaking schedules
● Participate in at least one national conference, & travel in state occasionally for anti-trafficking speaking engagements & legislative events
● Assist with any special projects as directed by the Executive Director
● Attend all-team staff meetings & maintain up-to-date knowledge or Restore Corps’ client base & synthesize residential & non-residential program updates to include in marketing visibility & effective training strategies

Requirements
● Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Education, Social Work or other related field
● Minimum of 2 years experience in community engagement or prevention education
● Excellent communication skills
● Strong interpersonal relationship abilities
● Must also be able to work independently as well as in group settings
● Excellent, proven managerial & organizational skills
● Demonstrated ability to understand & articulate best practices around services for at-risk individuals & families
● Demonstrated ability to work with underserved populations & to educate community stakeholders on systemic injustice
● Strong computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, & Google Suite
● Experience with Adobe Suite, a plus
● People-oriented with demonstrated ability to build rapport & gain trust with diverse populations
● Ability & willingness to work irregular hours when training needs dictate.
● Fast learner, quick mind, capacity for hard work.
● Valid driver’s license, state-required driver’s insurance & access to reliable personal transportation; ability to travel throughout West Tennessee
● Sense of humor

Initial & subsequent random drug screening is required as per agency policy. A background check is required.

Additional Requirements:

The ideal applicant must be willing & able to embrace & exemplify our Corps Values & Statement of Faith.

Hours:

This is currently part-time position, with the potential to increase to full-time. Willingness to work evening & weekend hours, as training requests dictate.

Starting Salary:

Commensurate with experience & training. Will include mileage reimbursement for travel outside Shelby County. Full-time package will also include: paid time off, offer for health insurance coverage, & 401K match after 1 year.

No phone calls accepted for this position. Please submit a cover letter & resume toinfo@restorecorps.org.

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Barron Heights has a case manager position available

Barron Heights has a case manager position available.  The qualifications are: Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or equivalent education.  Qualified by education, training or experience to work with homeless and/or displaced people who have multiple issues.  Knowledge  of computer software applications, possesses advanced interpersonal skills.  Skilled and proficient in applying highly technical principles, concepts and techniques that are central to a health care professional.  Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or equivalent education.  Qualified by education, training or experience to work with homeless and/or displaced people who have multiple issues.

 

Starting salary is 28K per year.

 

Apply @www.bhcdc.com

 

MINACT, INC., Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks Job Corps Center Residential Advisor (NIGHT): Continuous Internal / External Posting: (06.03.19 – 06.10.19)

Career Counselor: MINACT, INC., Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks Job Corps Center: (05.03.19 – 05.10.19)

Career Opportunity: Residential Advisor (PRIME): Continuous Internal/External Posting: (04.27.19 – 05.04.19)

BCL/WBL Coordinator Finch-Henry Job Corps

YWCA Domestic Violence Services and Shelter Coordinator Position

TITLE:          Domestic Violence Services and Emergency Shelter Coordinator

RESPONSIBLE TO:            Executive Director

 

JOB SUMARY:                    The Domestic Violence Services Coordinator assumes responsibility for providing leadership for a self-supporting service through partnerships, donations and grants. Ensures the domestic violence services and shelter is trauma informed and is a safe environment for victims fleeing domestic violence. The coordinator maintains a clean and safe shelter environment; recommending employment or termination of staff. Provides orientation and/or training for shelter staff and volunteers; ensuring that shelter policies and procedures are followed; and, ensuring that client files are properly documented.  Service data/statistics are accurately maintained with the Family Counselor/Case manager, ensuring that concrete needs of residents are met.

SUPERVISES:                      All paid and volunteer staff

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Administration

• Ensures compliance with all obligations and limitations of any grant that supports the shelter service
• Collaborates with other YWCA Domestic Violence Services Program administrators to foster a comprehensive service program
• Assists the Family Counselor/Case manager in identifying and engaging resources for group empowerment sessions
• Initiates and fosters partnerships which strengthen services to sheltered  victims of domestic violence
• Reviews and updates shelter policies and procedures which ensure rights and responsibilities of shelter residents
• Maintains a system of accountability for in-kind donations/gifts including but not limited to hours donated by volunteer staff
• Maintains a system of accountability for client services, shelter inventory and shelter inspections

Bilingual Job opening at Latino Memphis

Latino Memphis has a part-time opening for a Home Study and Post Release Services Case Manager. This position would work under our sub-contract with

Heartland Alliance Human Care Services, through the Department of Human Services and the Office of Refugee Resettlement. Please see details in the attachments to this message.

MINACT, INC., Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks Job Corps Center -Manager of Wellness Center, Supervisor of Recreation & Recreation Specialist

Case Manager (Whole Child Services)-Family Safety Center

JOB OPENING

Case Manager (end date is 4/16/19)

Family Safety Center of Memphis and Shelby County, Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Memphis, TN, whose purpose is to effectively combine civil, criminal, health and social services in order to help victims of family violence.  We are seeking a Case Manager who is highly motivated and organized to be part of a team of organizations and partners that are involved in the Whole Child Strategy initiative.   This position requires teamwork and flexibility within the work environment to meet client needs.  This position will report to the Project Manager and will be an integral part of the growth of the organization.  This is a grant funded position.

Job Title:                     Case Manager
Reports To:                 Project Manager
Positions Supervised:  None
Status:                         Permanent Full-Time
FLSA:                         Exempt
Hours:                         8:00am to 4:30pm Monday – Friday
Other as required

Job Summary:  Evaluates needs of children and families living in designated communities who are dealing with issues related to school persistence, performance and/or student well-being, especially that originate in family violence.  Works in conjunction with Family Safety Center (FSC) partner agencies to assist clients in accessing high-quality seamless services.  Develops, maintains, and monitors client care plans along with coordination and follow-up of support services.  Prepares and administers, records, reports, documents pertaining to case.  Participates in professional development activities and client and community outreach.

Responsibilities:

Assess children and families who are referred to FSC by the Whole Child Strategies team members and community stakeholders to determine needs for services and provide referral and follow-up.

• Evaluates information for referred clients and their families, assuring that the delivery of service is client centered and seamless.
• Identifies service needs and determines eligibility for services.
• Develops a social service care plan which includes safety planning, monitoring and follow-up.
• Activates emergency and/or safety planning/interventions when needed.
• Refers clients to appropriate supportive services and coordinates services on behalf of client.
• Consults and collaborates with FSC partner community agencies and professionals.
• Serves as an advocate and liaison in assisting clients in obtaining necessary civil, criminal, health and social services.
• Identifies and implements processes and interventions for children and their families impacted by interpersonal violence in coordination with Whole Child Strategies team members and schools.
• Participates regularly in school support team meetings and other school activities that support child well-being.