Location: Porterville, CA
Company: New Op Template
program (EAP), and a generous paid tuition assistance program. Additionally, Proteus, Inc. is proud to be a Public Service Loan Forgiveness-certified employer. If you are looking for a job that encourages work-life balance, Proteus has just the job for you!
Visit our website to review a full list of open positions across our organization. SUMMARY: Provides services in the areas of outreach, backssment, vocational exploration, case management, counseling, development of customers' individual plans, job search assistance and follow-up services; assists in preparation of administrative assignment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Initiates and maintains personal contact with youth, employers, job services and community agencies who express interest in the job training concept and opportunities.
Provides supportive services to at-risk youth and interprets and/or makes appropriate referrals. Conducts initial backssment interviews and interprets testing results as part of initial backssment. Places youth in subsidized and unsubsidized employment. Provides job search assistance to participants. backsses skill levels and service needs of participants, including administering and interpreting objective backssment, test results, completing formal objective backssment, to include training and employment needs of the youth,
and determining supportive services needs of customers. Prepares and completes Individual Service Plans.
Provides counseling to at-risk youth, such as job counseling and career counseling. Provides case management services to participants. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree in related field, OR four (4) years of directly related experience and/or training; OR a combination of education and experience.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Moderate computer skills required for data entry, Word, Excel, and other software programs, as required for the position. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to apply skills regarding labor market analysis, sales approaches, customer relations and negotiations. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Access to transportation, California driver's license, and minimum auto insurance as required by law. Must maintain a good driving record. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular attendance is required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. AT-WILL STATEMENT: Employment at Proteus is employment at will. This means that an employee is free to leave his or her employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, and the Company retains the same right to terminate the employee at any time, with or without cause or notice.
Please understand that continued employment cannot be guaranteed for any employee. This policy of at-will employment may be changed only by a written employment agreement signed by the Chief Executive Officer that expressly changes the policy of at-will employment. Unless the employee's employment is covered by a written employment agreement that specifically provides otherwise, this policy of at-will employment is the sole and entire agreement between the employee and the Company as to the duration of employment and the circumstances under which employment may be terminated. With the exception of employment at-will, terms and conditions of employment with the Company may be modified at the sole discretion of the Company, with or without cause or notice at any time.
No implied contract concerning any employment-related decision or term or condition of employment can be established by any other statement, conduct, policy, or practice. Examples of the types of terms and conditions of employment that are within the sole discretion of the Company include, but are not limited to, the following: promotion; demotion; transfers; hiring decisions; compensation; benefits; qualifications; discipline; layoff or recall; rules; hours and schedules; work assignments; job duties and responsibilities; production standards; subcontracting; reduction, cessation, or expansion of operations; sale, relocation, merger, or consolidation of operations; determinations concerning the use of equipment, methods, or facilities; or any other terms and conditions that the Company may determine to be necessary for the safe, efficient, and economic operation of its business.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements, which may change from time to time based on business needs. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue hardship to the Company may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Apply online by visiting our website at www. proteusinc. org. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 559-735-xyz X or email at contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Proteus is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www. EEOC. gov. Employment Salary: $3,575- $3792 Monthly
& 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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