S.O.M.E. (So
Others Might Eat)
S.O.M.E.
exists to help the poor and homeless of our nation's capital. We meet
the immediate daily needs of the people we serve with food, clothing,
and health care. We help break the cycle of homelessness by offering
services, such as affordable housing, job training, addiction
treatment, and counseling, to the poor, the elderly and individuals
with mental illness. Address: 60 “0” Street NW Washington, DC 20001 WEBSITE: www.some.org Position 1 - So Others Might Eat-Center for Employment Training (SOME CET): Program Assistant
SOME
Center for Employment Training (CET) is a program of SOME. The mission
of SOME CET is to empower people to move themselves out of poverty and
into living wage careers through a holistic approach that includes
marketable skills training, basic education, human development and
career services. SOME CET provides skills training in building
maintenance and repair, business and customer relations, and medical
administration.
SOME CET seeks to open our doors to
those most in need of skills, deliver high-quality, relevant and
up-to-date skills training in career areas which are in demand and
retain trainees through the course of the program. SOME CET provides
supplemental services that help trainees overcome the barriers to
securing and maintaining meaningful employment. We assist trainees in
securing careers that pay a living wage with benefits and provide
post-placement services to ensure long-term success.
The Job: Program Assistant
The
Program Assistant of SOME Center for Employment Training is responsible
for Outreach & Recruitment, Volunteer Coordination and Front Desk
Training. Specific duties include executing and maintaining the
outreach plan of SOME CET and maintaining an enrollment of 60
individuals. Assessing prospective applicants to the program and
scheduling admissions appointments. Recruiting and managing
volunteers to support SOME CET students with basic education, career
development and skill development. Direct client service through
training and supervising individuals at the front desk to enhance their
customer service skills. Also, the Program Assistant will support
trainees administratively through management of student records and
proper closing of trainee files after termination and maintaining
record keeping standards of SOME.
Requirements:
Contact:
For more information about this position, contact Emily Price, LGSW,
Program Director, 202-583-4655, ext. 101 or eprice@some.org.
Position 2 - So Others Might Eat-Center for Employment Training (SOME CET): Basic Education Coordinator
SOME
Center for Employment Training (CET) is a program of SOME. The mission
of SOME CET is to empower people to move themselves out of poverty and
into living wage careers through a holistic approach that includes
marketable skills training, basic education, human development and
career services. SOME CET provides skills training in building
maintenance and repair, business and customer relations, and medical
administration.
SOME CET seeks to open our doors to
those most in need of skills, deliver high-quality, relevant and
up-to-date skills training in career areas which are in demand and
retain trainees through the course of the program. SOME CET provides
supplemental services that help trainees overcome the barriers to
securing and maintaining meaningful employment. We assist trainees in
securing careers that pay a living wage with benefits and provide
post-placement services to ensure long-term success.
The Job: Basic Education Coordinator
The
Basic Education Coordinator is the primary person responsible for
Trainees educational growth while enrolled in SOME CET. He/She is
responsible for all Pre-Post Testing of Trainees with the CASAS.
Educational Goals are identified in conjunction with the trainee and
the Basic Educ. Coordinator matches trainees with tutors and
appropriate PLATO assignments. Also to work in conjunction with
the staff to ensure Trainees is achieving their educational goals.
Requirements:
Contact:
For more information about this position, contact Emily Price, LGSW,
Program Director, 202-583-4655, ext. 1031 or eprice@some.org.
Position 3 - So Others Might Eat- Center for Employment Training: Career Enrichment Coordinator
SOME
Center for Employment Training (CET) is a program of SOME. The mission
of SOME CET is to empower people to move themselves out of poverty and
into living wage careers through a holistic approach that includes
marketable skills training, basic education, human development and
career services. SOME CET provides skills training in building
maintenance and repair, business and customer relations, and medical
administration.
SOME CET seeks to open our doors to
those most in need of skills, deliver high-quality, relevant and
up-to-date skills training in career areas which are in demand and
retain trainees through the course of the program. SOME CET provides
supplemental services that help trainees overcome the barriers to
securing and maintaining meaningful employment. We assist trainees in
securing careers that pay a living wage with benefits and provide
post-placement services to ensure long-term success.
The Job: Career Enrichment Coordinator
The
Career Enrichment Coordinator of SOME Center for Employment Training is
responsible for on-going support to graduates; recruiting, training and
managing volunteers and assisting current trainees with goal
achievement. Specific duties include maintaining follow-up
retention stats on graduates through MIS. Designing forums for
communication with graduates (on-line or meetings). Recruiting
and managing volunteers to support SOME CET students with basic
education, career development and skill development. Direct
client service through administering individual student goal
assessments and monitor quarterly progress. Advocate for students
to achieve goals within SOME CET. The Career
Enrichment Coordinator should have strong customer service and
interpersonal skills, experience working with low income/ homeless
population, an interest in workforce development and strong office
skills. High School Diploma or GED required. Organized,
Patient, Willing to Learn, Able to work in a team environment.
Comfortable mentoring individuals from various ages and
backgrounds. Complete trainings periodically throughout the
District. Maintain dignity and respect while working with
individuals and preserve the SOME & SOME CET mission through ones
work.
Contact:
For more information about this position, contact Emily Price, LGSW,
Program Director, 202-583-4655, ext. 101 or eprice@some.org.
Position 4 - Long Term Volunteer for Medical Clinic at So Others Might Eat
The Job: Long Term Volunteer for Medical Clinic
The
SOME medical clinic is looking for an individual who is interested in
working with the underserved in Washington, DC. This is a busy
primary care clinic for homeless and poor adults. The ideal
candidate will be flexible and willing to learn. This volunteer
opportunity is excellent for college graduates seeking experience in
the medical or social services field. Applicants must possess a high
school diploma. The long term volunteer will generate referrals for
patients who receive indigent health insurance, work reception at the
front desk, and have direct patient to patient contact. This
person will be trained to do vital signs and EKG’s as well as other
duties as assigned. The work schedule for this position is Monday
through Friday with flexible hours between 8:00AM to 4:30PM with up to
40 hours per week.
Requirements:
Supervisor: Chloe Gross
HR Volunteer Contact Person: Carolyn Penn (202)797-8806x1127
Position 5 - Activities Coordinator, Shalom House
The Job: Activities Coordinator
The
Activity Coordinator provides educational and recreational activities
for residents both in-house and in the community. Educational
activities (cooking, money management, GED preparation, etc.) are
provided to help residents improve basic living skills and move past
homelessness. Recreational activities (concerts, games, picnics,
community events) are provided to improve the residents socialization
skills that may have been diminished due to past homelessness.
Primary Responsibilities:
Secondary Responsibilities:
Education and/or Experience:
Supervisor: Vita Thomas
Long term volunteer contact: Carolyn Penn, HR Generalist (202) 797-8806x1127
Position 6 - Case Worker, Isaiah House
The Job: Case Worker
A
case worker at Isaiah House will work directly with mental health
clients to develop goals and to assist clients in overcoming obstacles
to their recovery.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Characteristics and Skills Needed:
A
mature, calm and open-minded demeanor is an essential attribute to the
case worker position. Ability to easily engage in one-on-one
conversations is also important. Ability to adapt to changing
surroundings and new environments is a plus. Experience with
mental health consumers is a plus, but not essential. Case worker
will also be responsible for keeping appropriate documentation, so
typing and computer literacy are essential.
Hours:
40 Hours weekly
Last updated Friday, February 13, 2009
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