Youth Program Assistant

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The Youth Program Assistant will work with the Youth Program Staff in all of its demnesions in order to fufill the mission of the program. On an average of 10-15 hours per week, students will be doing a mix of the following components of the Youth Program for Teens (ages 12-16): o Work in the youth program (3 afternoons per week for 3.5 hours each visit: usually from 2:00-5:30pm but this time can be flexible) [10.5 hours] • Assist in preparation for the day’s activities within the program • assist students with school work • maintain order and an atmosphere of study during homework time • Assist students with their self-planned activities o Fulfill administrative responsibilities [2.5] • Assist with the coordination of DePaul University Student projects and volunteers • writing letters • stuffing envelopes • help with mailings and other office work o Assist within other departments at Centro Romero, including the After School Program for Youth Ages 7-12, Adult Education Courses, and the HIV/AIDS Outreach Education Program [2.0] o Students must attend mandatory orientation at the Steans Center. o Students must attend mandatory reflections twice per quarter.

Program Assistant

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A Kovler Center intern will gain a better understanding of the challenges/ obstacles facing asylum seekers, refugees and in particular survivors of torture. They will work in an environment that values people first and stresses providing holistic services as a part of an integrated team. They will gain a better understanding of the field of torture treatment in general. They will better understand the inner workings of an established non-profit organization in the field of Human rights.

Program Coordinator

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Coordinates development and implementation of the Sunlight African Community Center’s After-School Program Activities. Administers assigned budget, assists in planning and implementing the after-school program and provides oral and written reports to the public and the school system, with approval of the Executive Director. Also facilitates partnerships with appropriate public and private agencies that provide services to the students and families, and the greater Chicago. Work with Executive Director to develop procedures and for operation of the after-school program. Prepares additional proposals for supplemental funding and through developing events. Perform other duties as assigned.

Outreach Worker

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The primary function of the Outreach Worker is to build relationships with the Paseo Boricua Businesses and DSBDA members. Intern would assist with dissemination of DSBDA materials for events, specific program, and general project to all our different constituencies (businesses, residents, property owners). Conduct interviews or surveys as needed, and facilitate and promote community participation in our events. Assist and support DSBDA Personnel to achieve their respective program & organizational goals.

Project Assistant

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TCEP is a community-based organization that works in the eastern part of Little Village (sometimes known as Marshall Square). Our organization is a unique blend of direct action organizing and popular education. We also provide leadership development and services to community members and parents from five public schools including Telpochcalli School. TCEP works for social justice by increasing the capacity and participation of Little Village residents in the formation of a more united, educated, safer, and socially prepared community. We will do this by developing and maintaining a resident-directed community cultural center and a new model of community building/organizing. TCEP operates adult programs five days a week (M-F) generally from 9am – 8pm. And we have quarterly retreats that are weekends with occasional Saturday workshops in between. TCEP is an organization of five staff and various service providers. We also house a youth organizing group called SITY Ollin. Job Description: We need an assistant to work with the staff on both the program and organizing. Duties will include but are not limited to:
Data entry/database planning
Mailings
Assist in coordinating events regular meetings, activities and site visits
Plan and participate in quarterly retreats/convivios
Participate in staff meetings
A minimum of 15 hours is required but the arrangement of those hours can be flexible and open to negotiation (can include days and evenings)

Assistant

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We are in need of an assistant who would be able to work with us. Opportunities for service include but would not be limited to the following: Work with Director of the “Homework Club” in helping to set up and oversee a small computer program for children. Helping to plan and produce educational material for children. Accompanying director to recruit volunteers in colleges and high schools. Assisting as tutor in the program. Also: •Data entry work for the Center
•Receptionist work
•Participate in Staff Meetings
•Help prepare for Board Meetings

Childcare Worker

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Intern would care for a small group of infants & toddlers and engage them in early learning activities. Specific Duties include: Attend FLC orientation and training; Work, play, and engage with 4 – 5 infants/toddlers; Participate in periodic assessment of each child's learning; Report promptly any incident involving the child and/or parent; Attend at least two In-Service trainings a year and Other duties as assigned

Literacy Coordinator Assistant

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Intern would assist in the orientation and support of Volunteer students from DePaul University. Also, intern assists in the operation of the Literacy Learning Center, providing administrative support and participation in community education coordination. Responsibilities include: 1. Assists with student registration.
2. Help facilitate meeting times and places and within Erie House for tutors and students.
3. Assists in maintaining students and volunteers records, including Tutor training and students orientations, data -base input.
4. Cultivate and promote an innovative teaching curriculum with volunteer tutors.
5. Others duties as requested.

Chicago Action Program Assistant

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The Chicago Action Program (CAP) Assistant will provide key logistical and program support for CAP Director to help the Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) enhance programs and extend reach. Responsibilities include:
•Develop filing systems
•Maintain Director calendar
•Prepare documents for CAP meetings and events
•Support Chicago Youth Council (CYC) meetings with agenda preparation, note taking, and distribution of minutes
•Facilitate CYC meetings with CAP Director and CAP Associate
•Conduct Outreach Education Workshops as needed
•Represent the Interfaith Youth Core at Chicago Area events as needed
•Support CAP Associate to implement evaluation strategies and documents for CYC participants, leadership, and service partners
•Support CAP Associate with report on evaluation data

Special Events Intern

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The Special Events Intern, with direction from the Development Director, works to elevate the fundraising performance of REST’s two annual (The Sleepwalk and The Boat Cruise) special events. RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conducts a marketing and public relations campaign aimed at raising the awareness and attendance of the events. This includes designing marketing and advertising material, researching various advertising options, and obtaining successful media placements.
2. Coordinates mail campaign.
3. Serves as Event Representative at meetings, festivals, etc.
4. Solicits raffle prizes.
5. Assists with logistical planning.
6. Provides support with miscellaneous tasks consistent with the needs of the events.
QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will be working towards a bachelor’s degree, have coursework in a related capacity, a commitment to helping homeless adults, computer proficiency (Microsoft Office), good communication skills and flexibility.

Project JAM! Assistant

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Hours: 2:45-5:15PM (minimum of 3 days a week required).
Supervisor: Project JAM! Coordinator, Howard Area Community Center
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Help plan and run after-school program for 8-12 year olds at Jordan School in North Rogers Park.
-Help direct recreational and educational activities such as outdoor sports, organized indoor games, tutoring, arts and crafts and field trips.
-Assist in the organization of social workshop programs helping participants in the areas of communication, anger management, and multi-cultural awareness, problem solving strategies, conflict resolution, and drug/alcohol awareness.
-Other duties as assigned

Intern

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The Crisis Center Program provides services to youth, families and individuals who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless. The Solid Ground Supportive Housing Program is a residence for homeless male youth aged 16-21.

Outreach Worker

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The Outreach Work will work with the staff of the Community of Wellness in all of its dimensions in order to carry out the daily functions of the organization and fulfill its mission. On an average of 10-15 hours per week, students will be doing a mix of the following components: o Fulfill administrative responsibilities [7.5] • Assist with the coordination of DePaul University Students Projects and volunteers • Writing letters • Stuffing envelopes • Help with mailings and other office work o Assist with Website Development for the Organization [2.5] • Implement the Organization’s user-friendly system • Design and Manage Databases o Assist with Development Activities for the Organization • Donor/Grant Prospecting • Help plan the organization’s marketing and public relations campaign, including designing marketing and advertising material, researching various advertising options, and obtaining successful media placements. o Students must attend a mandatory orientation at the Steans Center. o Students must attend two mandatory reflections at the Steans Center each quarter.

Education Initiative Intern

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An intern would work with the organization's education staff and be provided a hands-on opportunity to work in the areas of education advocacy, policy, research, community planning, and community organizating around the Peer Parent Education Network. The student may help in the coordination, facilitation, and participation of school and community meetings; they may conduct online research and best practices on the education gap, success of African American students in college, parent involvement, and school funding and quality; they may assist with the implementation of strategies that emanate from our program areas; they may develop and disseminate fact sheets about our program successes and research we have of that supports our work; they will enhance their own communication skills with diverse youth, parents, and our partner schools; the student may assist with grant writing and special education events and activities; finally, they may assist with daily office tasks, such as mailings, letter writing, and making phone calls to partners, parents, and youth.

Student Assistant

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The mission of Pilsen Alliance is to preserve the historic, cultural, and working-class identity of Pilsen by developing grassroots leadership and facilitating advocacy and organizing campaigns that promote self-determination, demand accountability and build democracy to impact social change. The Work Study Assistant position supports the community organizing work of Pilsen Alliance in all its dimensions in order to carry out the daily functions of the organization and fulfill its mission.

Operations Intern

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The MGR Foundation seeks a work-study intern to assist the Team M3 Program Director (a Youth Running and Mentorship Program) and CareTeam (a Volunteer Program) in program management, supporting day-to-day administration, operations, communications and logistics. Learn more about these programs at http://m3.mgrf.org and http://careteam.mgrf.org. Specific duties include: drafting and producing marketing, promotional or press materials for Team M3 program and CareTeam events; writing articles for the monthly newsletter or MGRF News Blog; develop communication pieces including emails, donation requests, acknowledgment letters, press documents and thank yous; data entry and analysis, creating reports on survey data; prepare program materials for volunteers, mentors, students; assist with race and event preparations; and other office administrative support and special projects as needed.

Development Assistant

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The function of Development is to raise the funds necessary to operate the school. Ninety percent of the school’s general operating costs ($2 million annually) are raised through this office, and the other ten percent is paid by families through tuition. Development also serves as the public relations and marketing department for the school. It is a means by which we keep the name of the school visible and update our donors. An assistant in this department would work 10-15 hours each week during regular business hours and would be responsible for the following: organizing and editing publications; writing press releases for the local newspapers; attending school events; helping students take pictures and write stories; data entry of gifts and donations; helping at donor events; managing spreadsheets; and other administrative tasks, as needed.

Student Intern

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Pedro Albizu Campos Highschool (PACHS) works with students to provide a unique educational experience, linking classroom instruction and community involvement founded in 1972 as part of the struggle of the Puerto Rican community of Chicago. Parents, students and teachers worked to build a school that would teach pride in Puerto Rican culture, history and language. Fundamental philosophy is that students are participants in the pedagogical process. PACHS places emphasis on the student's abilities to conceptualize the world around them and act upon it to bring change.