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& Organizing Manager Requirements: Must have the authorization to work in the United States and proof of COVID-19 Vaccination/Boosters. Generous Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 10 holidays, hybrid work schedule utilized through December 2022.

About Us: Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rights of free speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live as an active and engaged American without reprisal. The Council on American-Islamic Relations, California

(CAIR-CA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), grassroots civil rights and advocacy group. We recognize that our employees are passionate, and talented and are our most valuable resource.

With such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to demonstrate our values for everyone who chooses to join the efforts. About the Role: Our Community Organizer will work to build out a network of organizations and leaders to take action on local issues of community concern, with a particular geographic focus within the Greater LA Area. CAIR-LA community organizers also act as ambassadors of our programs and services to the broader

community within their assigned geographic region. RESPONSIBILITIES: Community Organizing Duties : Duties will be centered on building out a network of organizations and leaders to take action on local issues of community concern within their assigned geographic turf.

Relationship building: Set up and conduct 10-15 relational meetings with Muslim community leaders and other important stakeholders per week. Recruitment and development: Identify and develop community leaders, partners, and members to strength the Muslim community's grassroots power. Political Education: Educate grassroots leaders and members on power-building, legislative and electoral policy, campaign development and evaluation, and other tools needed for a successful issue campaigns.

Lead Direct Actions: Utilize pledge cards, surveys, action alerts, and other tools to further campaign goals. This includes turning out large numbers to galvanize public officials as well as other escalation tactics. Collaborate with policy department to develop issue campaigns: Work closely with the public affairs department team to create base-building and political organizing strategies to reach political/policy outcomes in specific issue areas (i. e. immigration, economic, social, and racial justice policies).

Develop and advance advocacy partnerships: Develop strategic partnerships with allies, coalition partners, and funders to advance political priorities. Maintain government relationships: Build and maintain relationships with state, and local level elected officials. Outreach duties: CAIR-LA community organizers are ambassadors of our programs and services to the broader community within their assigned geographic region. Community outreach & education : Work with CAIR-LA's various departments to coordinate and publicize workshops, teach-ins, and trainings that will empower the Muslim community.

These include, but are not limited to know your rights presentations on various legal rights, policy trainings, immigration services, etc. Develop and strengthen relationships with volunteers: Identify and recruit potential volunteers for CAIR-LA's various departments, programs, and services. Match volunteers and interns with CAIR-LA's work based on their interests and maintain relationships within your region. Friday and event outreach: Attend Friday prayers and other weekend or community events in and beyond your assigned geographic region and mobilize congregants around ongoing campaigns, services and initiatives (past examples include fundraising pitches, GOTV, census mobilization, calls to action, etc.

) Develop and strengthen relationships with donors/funders: Develop relationships with regional funders and local donors. This will including pulling together annual fundraisers and private dinners in the region and identifying new grant opportunities and strengthening rapport with regional funders. QUALIFICATIONS: At least 2 years nonprofit or similar experience in engagement with the Muslim community Previous community organizing experience is preferred.

Experience with base-building, volunteer recruitment, and leadership development in a diverse community context. Familiarity with and experience working with the American Muslim community. Experience with strategizing and campaigns. Passion for CAIR-LA's mission and values. Growth mindset and ability to receive constructive feedback. Self-starting with an entrepreneurial spirit. Excellent personal accountability and follow-through. Can meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Being multilingual is a plus. Familiarity with digital campaign and organizing tools is a plus.

Willingness and flexibility to change job requirements as the team grows. Valid automobile driver's license and working vehicle required; this position will involve extensive travel throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area. Must be able to accommodate a variable work schedule including nights and weekends. TO APPLY:   Submit cover letter, updated resume and three references Equal Employment Opportunity: CAIR-CA is passionately committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classifications.

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in Lemon Grove with a non-public school which includes integrated mental health treatment services. The program provides a safe, stable, and highly structured environment by combining intensive staffing, a milieu culture, mental health interventions, and behavior modification.

Join our team as: Residential Youth Counselor San Diego What You Will Do The Residential Youth Counselor is responsible for day-to-day care and counseling of at-risk teens with special needs in a residential treatment program. The Residential Youth Counselor provides high quality care and ensures the safety of residents, staff, and site in accordance with policy, helping to implement the treatment/behavior plans

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Participants have complex needs, and the Residential Youth Counselor builds relationships with them and their families in a supportive environment that utilizes a strengths-based, culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach and values compassion, respect, diversity, and accountability. Shifts Available On call Salary Range In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for

this California position is between $22.55 and $36.73 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Amazing Benefits with Affordable Copays - Click here for more detail. What You Bring to The Table (requirements): B. A. Arts/ Science Degree (preferred) or High School Diploma/GED and one of the following: Valid Child Development Teaching Permit or Completed 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster and Kinship Education and have at least 100 hours of experience work with youth or Valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth or Valid Vocational Training Certificate, credential or documentation demonstrating that the individual is a trade journeyperson who instructs children in vocational skills and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth or Previous employment as a staff or volunteer for a minimum of one (1) year at a group home or short-term residential therapeutic or Previous relevant experience as determined by CAs Department of Social Services to meet any of the above requirements.

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