JOBS
Tapestry Health seeks a part-time Bilingual Health Services Counselor at our family planning and reproductive health clinic in Amherst.Typical hours will be Tuesday 11am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm, and Saturday 10am to 2pm. We would appreciate a candidate with some flexibility to work other days and hours if needed.
Required Qualifications:bilingual English/Spanish, two year associate’s degree; ability to work with diverse clientele and staff; strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated experience with computers (i.e., Word, database software); strong written and verbal skills.
Preferred Experience/Education:four year college degree; previous counseling experience or work in a health care setting; practice management computer skills.
Please send cover letter and résumé to Melissa Spielman, Amherst Health Services Manager, at mspielman@tapestryhealth.org or Tapestry Health, Attn: Melissa Spielman, 27 Pray Street, Amherst, MA 01002.
Posted 2.1.12
Tapestry Health seeks an Outreach Worker for our La Voz program, which serves Latinos in the Springfield/Holyoke area, and aims to reduce risk for HIV/STIs, incidence of relapse, and recidivism to jail.
Required Qualifications:bilingual English/Spanish, high school diploma or equivalent, experience working with substance abuse, knowledge of HIV/AIDS prevention principles, familiarity with Latino culture, skills in community organizing and education, proficiency in using the Internet, valid Massachusetts driver’s license and access to personal vehicle.
Preferred Experience/Education:computer literacy in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access), ability to work independently and on a team, creative, flexible.
Please send cover letter and résumé to Nellie Kuilan, La Voz Program Manager, at nkuilan@tapestryhealth.org or Tapestry Health La Voz, Attn: Nellie Kuilan, 130 Maple Street, Lower Level, Springfield, MA 01103.
Postes 2.1.12
Planner II/Data and Policy Analyst with Pioneer Valley Planning Commission
Planner II/Data and Policy Analyst: Seeking self-directed and highly motivated professional with strong analytical capabilities and experience with data analysis for a part time position in the PVPC Regional Information & Policy Center. Job duties include a primary role in producing a variety of analytical data publications focused on regional economic, housing, transportation, land use, and demographic trends for a wide variety of publication platforms as well as playing an integral role in managing and updating regional databases, responding to data requests from PVPC staff, municipal officials, and other external constituents, and assisting with supervision of interns when necessary and appropriate. Candidates should have strong skills in technical writing and the ability to write about data and trends in a clear and concise manner as well as familiarity with gathering data from government and other website sources.
Posted 1.26.12
Program Coordinator: Second Chance Mentoring Initiative
The Holyoke Boys and Girls Club is looking for someone to coordinate and oversee our new mentoring program. Please forward this to anyone who might be qualified and interested! This is a grant funded part-time position overseeing the start-up and running of a mentoring program for DYS youth. Responsibilities include:
- Recruitment of volunteer mentors to work with at-risk youth
- Overseeing screening and training of potential mentors
- Providing ongoing support to each mentor-mentee match
- Maintaining records for the program including weekly and monthly reports, surveys, and outcome measurements
- Maintaining contact with DYS to facilitate youth referrals and support of matches
- Facilitating education and workforce development groups once a month for mentors and mentees
Requirements:
- Experience with a mentoring program
- At least 2 years experience with at-risk youth (court involved youth experience preferred)
- Experience with Program Management and supervision of staff
Number of hours and schedule will vary but will average 20 hours a week. Some evening hours will be required as mentoring will occur at the Holyoke Boys and Girls Club during our evening Teen Membership Program (which runs 6:00pm to 9:00pm Monday through Thursday).
Salary will be $20.00 - $25.00 an hour depending on experience.
Please contact Megan Grant at (413) 534-7366 ext. 100
Posted 1.26.12
SNAP Coordinator at the Food Bank of Western Mass (VISTA position)
The VISTA volunteer will work in Western Massachusetts to increase enrollment in the SNAP program of vulnerable, hard to reach residents.
The VISTA will work with community partners, volunteers, and Food Bank member agencies to increase opportunities for enrollment and access to SNAP benefits. The position includes coordinative and administrative responsibilities along with supervision of volunteers.
Posted 1.19.12
Health and Wellness Program Coordinator
Tri-town Health Department (Lee-Lenox-Stockbridge)
The Tri-Town Health Department is seeking a qualified candidate to oversee and coordinate health and wellness activities for the communities of Lee, Lenox, Stockbridge, Great Barrington, and the City of Pittsfield. For a complete job description, click here.
Posted 12.29.11
Berkshire Public Health Alliance
Program Manager
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission seeks a contract position to work with local Boards of Health to provide program management services to the newly created Berkshire Public Health Alliance. Please submit cover letter, resume, and qualifications to BRPC, 1 Fenn Street, Pittsfield 01201, Attn. Alliance Program Manager. Electronic submission preferred. jwagner@berkshireplanning.org For complete job description, click here.
Administrative Assistant
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission seeks a part time contract position (12-30 hours per week) to work with local Board to Health to provide administrative support to the Governing Board of the newly created Berkshire Public Health Alliance. Please submit cover letter, resume, and qualifications to BRPC, 1 Fenn Street, Pittsfield 01201, Attn. Alliance Program Manager. Electronic submission preferred. jwagner@berkshireplanning.org. For complete job description, click here.
Posted 12.29.11
Prevention Coordinator -- Holyoke
MSPCC - Holyoke, MA
QUALIFICATIONS
MSW or graduate degree in related field***
Minimum of at least 5 years experience in human services with at least 2 years experience in supervising direct service staff***
Demonstrated ability to understand and respond to the needs of families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds***
Understanding of child development, family systems and strength based practice essential***
Experience in training in group facilitation and team building***
Understanding of program planning, marketing, budget management and utilization of community resources***
Excellent communication and writing skills necessary
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as Program Manager in a designated MSPCC site to oversee the operation of MSPCC site prevention programs including Healthy Families, GoodStart/ Connecting Families and such other Programs as may be assigned;
Supervise and evaluate all Prevention Program direct service and/or supervisory staff on a regular scheduled basis and direct service staff as necessary and appropriate;
Implement systems for screening and assigning service referrals in a timely manner;
Assure all Prevention Program services operate in compliance with internal and external contractual expectations, program policies and procedures, and best practice accreditation standards;
Ensure fidelity to program models as defined by funding sources and Corporate Office through consultation with Site Managers and the Director of Prevention Programs;
Oversee Program Case Assessment, Service Plan preparation, Case Reviews and Case Terminations;
Assure close communication and collaboration between Prevention Program staff and internal MSPCC and external community resources to address family needs in a responsive and coordinated manner;
Assure staff are trained and apply principles of cultural competency in their work with families and colleagues;
Monitor Program performance, quality and fiscal productivity on a routine basis and prepare reports and participate in meetings as needed to respond to questions or provide status updates;
Assist in the preparation of Program contracts and proposals;
Assist in marketing Prevention Programs to internal and external audiences;
Work closely with the Director of Prevention Programs to develop, manage, monitor and evaluate program operations.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in the development and conduct of staff training;
Act as liaison between MSPCC and community groups and agencies as appropriate;
Perform other duties requested by Supervisor and follow all agency policies and procedures.
Email Address: recruitment@mspcc.org
Website URL: http://www.mspcc.org
Send cover letter and resume in Word 2003 or other earlier compatible format to recruitment@mspcc.org; fax to (617) 587-1586 or mail to: MSPCC, Recruitment; 99 Summer Street, 6th Floor, Boston, MA 02110.
Posted 12.15.11
Position Title: Program Manager, HSLI
Reports To: Director of Literacy, Regional Employment Board of Hampden County
Supervises: Consultants, administrative assistant, summer staff
Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 per year
For summary of position click here
Director of Teen Services at Girls Inc. of Holyoke
This staff member will design and oversee the teen programs offered at the Club including: the evening Teen Membership Program, the Mentoring Program, and the Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversees Mentoring Program working with community youth. This includes: Recruitment of volunteer mentors to work with at-risk youth; Overseeing screening and training of potential mentors; Providing ongoing support to each mentor-mentee match; Maintaining records for the program including weekly and monthly reports, surveys, and outcome measurements.
2. Oversees the Membership Program activities. This involves:Overseeing various programs and initiatives crucial to the Boys and Girls Club's work with community teens, including: Teen Pregnancy Prevention, Gang Awareness, and Drop-out Prevention; Creating weekly and monthly schedules of all Membership activities and programs; Designing and implementing engaging recreational and educational activities for teen members; Ensuring the Membership schedule is followed and that staff are on task.
3. Manages Membership staff and volunteers. This involves:Setting appropriate guidelines for staff behavior and communicating these directly to staff; Providing constant supervision of staff to ensure expectations are met; Reinforcing staff with behavior management and functioning as a "dean" as needed; Ensure volunteers have clear understanding of their role, and that they are utilized effectively.
4. Conducts community outreach. This includes outreach to:youth around the city as well as to organizations that serve youth such as CareerPoint, Holyoke Public Schools, and Holyoke Housing Authority to families and caregivers of community youth; to prospective community organizations and partners who might provide services, workshops, seminars, and/or guest speakers.
5. Manages administrative functions including the collection of membership fees, daily attendance, food records, and incident and accident reports.
6. During Membership Program hours: manages the building and ensures that the building is properly maintained and that proper procedures (during building hours as well as for closing) are followed and is responsible for the security of the building and its equipment.
Additional Responsibilities, relationship: Internal: Communicates regularly with Membership staff, other Program Directors, Director of Program Development. External: Maintains contact with Club parents as appropriate. Skills/Knowledge required: Bilingual (Spanish/English) required- bicultural strongly preferred; B.A. from an accredited college or university ; At least two years experience working with at-risk youth in a community setting; Experience in program management and staff supervision; Ability to keep records and monitor youth progress.
Qualified candidates only, Please email cover letter and resume to Account Rep Y at: yruiz@careerpointma.org
Yolanda Ruiz
Business Accounts Manager
CareerPoint
850 High St., Holyoke, MA 01040
Direct #413-322-7136
Fax # 413-532-0293
Posted 12.13.11
United Way of Pioneer Valley