• JOTF to Participate in Community Conversation on Ex-Offender Re-Entry (12/09/2005)
• JOTF, Baltimore CASH Campaign to Host Forum on Helping Working Familes Claim EITC (12/14/2005)

OTHER NEWS

• Organizations Sought to Develop Program to Introduce Baltimore Residents to Health Care Career Opportunities

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Citizens Planning and Housing Association Hosts 64th Annual Meeting (12/06/05)
• BWIB Hosts Annual Employer Appreciation Breakfast (12/ 16/05)
• Scheduled Career Fairs and Open Houses (Metro Washington / Baltimore Area) (through March 2006)

OPPORTUNITIES

• Pro Bono Counseling Project Seeks Part-Time Office Manager
• Paul's Place Seeks Development/Executive Assistant
• WPNPC Seeks Job Coach, Senior Job Coach, Community Organizer
• United Way Of Central Maryland Seeks Impact Manager
• Goodwill Industries Of The Chesapeake Seeks STEP Youth Coordinator
• Chesapeake Habitat Seeks AmeriCorps*VISTA Construction Resource Coordinator
• b4students Foundation Seeks Executive Director
• Civic Works Seeks Job Developer
• Montgomery Works CTC Seeks Offender Employment Coordinator

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JOTF to Participate in Community Conversation on Ex-Offender Re-Entry (12/09/2005)
The Center for Fathers, Families, and Workforce Development, Open Society Institute - Baltimore and The Baltimore Sun present a Community Conversation Offender Re-Entry, featuring columnist Dan Rodricks and local and national experts on ex-prisoner reintegration policy.

Friday, December 9, 2005
10:00am – 2:00pm
(registration/breakfast at 9:30am)

New Shiloh Baptist Church
2100 N. Monroe Street
Baltimore, MD 21216

Hear the stories of mothers, fathers, and families affected by incarceration, learn from experts on re-entry. Get involved -- Help craft the community’s response and sign an open letter to policymakers and stakeholders.

JOTF is a member of the planning committee for this event, and will be discussing current and upcoming ex-offender policy reform efforts.

JOTF, Baltimore CASH Campaign to Host Forum on Helping Working Familes Claim EITC (12/14/2005)
The Baltimore CASH Campaign and JOTF present a lunchtime forum: Making Tax Time Pay: How The Earned Income Tax Credit Benefits Working Families on Wednesday, December 14, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Training Room at the Annie E. Casey Foundation, 503 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21202.

Speakers include Joanna Ramani and Pam Chaney, Baltimore CASH Campaign.

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) was created in 1975 to encourage employment among low-income workers, reduce their tax-burden, and supplement their wages.  Yet many working families are not aware of this benefit, or remain unsure about how to claim it.  Through education and outreach about the EITC, workforce development agencies and other community-based organizations can help boost family incomes, promote mainstream employment, and stimulate local economies.

If you or your organization works with low-income families, join the Baltimore CASH Campaign and JOTF to learn what you can do to connect your clients to the EITC and other vital tax resources.

Organizations Sought to Develop Program to Introduce Baltimore Residents to Health Care Career Opportunities
The Baltimore Alliance for Careers in Healthcare, Inc. (BACH), formerly known as the Baltimore Healthcare Coalition, is an alliance of public and private entities working in Baltimore, which seeks to address unemployment, underemployment and healthcare workforce shortage issues by identifying healthcare career pathways leading to economic independence and training city residents to enter into and advance in them. BACH has over 70 members, including representatives from healthcare organizations, foundations, government agencies, educational institutions and other non-profit organizations.

BACH is seeking to identify an organization to serve as a "lead institution" to design and deliver an instructional program intended to introduce Baltimore citizens into health care employment opportunities. Through this email you are invited to submit a proposal to serve as that lead institution.

Download here in MS Word Format the “Request for Qualifications” document which is intended to enable BACH's Board of Directors to identify the best qualified vendor of services to meet its programming aims. Deadline for proposal submissions is December 21, 2005. We look forward to your interest in advancing a proposal. Once a “best qualified” institution is identified, BACH will negotiate the fee for service as all components of the delivery system are identified.

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Citizens Planning and Housing Association Hosts 64th Annual Meeting (12/06/2005)
The Citizens Planning and Housing Association (CPHA) is holding it's 64th Annual Meeting on Tuesday, December 6th from 5.30 p.m. - 7.30 p.m. at the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute, 1800 Johnson Street, Baltimore, MD 21230.

This year CPHA is proud to host the national release of 'Shared Prosperity, Stronger Regions: An Agenda for Rebuilding America's Older Core Cities,' by PolicyLink, a key national policy and research leader. This report looks at experince of cities and regions around the nation and outlines concrete steps that citizens and policymakers can take. Angela Glover Blackwell, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of PolicyLink will provide the keynote address on this report.

For more information or to RSVP contact Evette Rowe telephone 410-539-1369 x232.
CPHA Current Members: $15
Non-Members: $35 (includes membership)
Youth: $15 (includes membership)

Click Here for detailed directions, free parking in Jernigan Institute garage; transit access via #64 bus and light rail.

BWIB Hosts Annual Employer Appreciation Breakfast (12/16/2005)
The Baltimore Workforce Investment Board will honor outstanding Baltimore area businesses and employees that support offender employment. The event will be held on Friday, December 16th from 8:00 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency, 300 Light Street, Baltimore.

Current speakers include: The Honorable Barbara Mikulski (invited), Deputy Mayor Jean Hitchcock, Anne Arundel County Executive Janet Owens (invited), Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith, Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Secretary Mary Ann Saar, Maryland State Department of Education Assistant State Superintendent Katharine Oliver, and the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation President Shale D. Stiller.

Career Fairs/Open Houses (Metro Washington/Baltimore Area) (through March 2006)

A comprehensive listing of scheduled career fairs and open houses within the Washington Metro and Baltimore area, covering November 2005 through March 2006. The list also encompasses beneficial websites for both job seekers and workforce providers.

Click Here to be linked to the listings.

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Pro Bono Counseling Project Seeks Part-Time Office Manager
This is a hands-on position in a small organization reporting to and working closely with the Executive Director and the Director for Development on day-to-day activities and organizing special events. Responsible for coordination of meetings, mailings, Web site materials, some bookkeeping. Candidate must have strong verbal skills, be multi-task oriented, and assist callers in a warm, professional manner.

Download Part Time Office Manager job description in MS Word format.

Paul's Place Seeks Development/Executive Assistant
Paul's Place is looking for a qualified individual to support the Development Director in administrative tasks related to annual fundraising, and the Executive Director in administrative tasks related capital campaign fundraising and Board meetings.

Paul's Place is an outreach center in the Pigtown community of southwest Baltimore. Its mission is to strengthen the community through programs that respond to the needs of the neighborhood, assisting the poor to help themselves move toward dignity, self-esteem, and self-sufficiency.

Download Development/Executive Assistant job description in MS Word format.

WPNPC Seeks Job Coach, Senior Job Coach, and Community Organizer

Job Coach
Washington Village/Pigtown Neighborhood Planning Council’s (WPNPC) Managed Work Services, a Division of Workforce Development, seeks a Job Coach to provide day-to-day (moment-to-moment) supervision, guidance and direction to Managed Work Services employees . Managed Work Services – Baltimore is a transitional staffing model that uses on-site Job Coaches. “Dual masters” are served: the production and quality and performance demands of the business, simultaneously with the personal challenges faced by each MWS-B employee. This is performed in a variety of entry-level employment settings and types of jobs. The Job Coach is fully trained in all aspects of the coached/managed positions, ready to actually perform the work as needed to deliver on the performance guarantee. This position works directly with diverse job seeker populations.

Download Job Coach job description in MS Word format.

Senior Job Coach
Washington Village/Pigtown Neighborhood Planning Council’s (WPNPC) Managed Work Services, a Division of Workforce Development, seeks a Senior Job Coach who is more experienced, one who provides both direct support as well as supervision for a team of Job Coaches. Managed Work Services – Baltimore is a transitional staffing model that uses on-site Job Coaches. This position oversees Job Coaches that are providing day-to-day (moment-to-moment) supervision, guidance and direction to Managed Work Services employees in a variety of entry level employment setting and types of jobs.

Download Senior Job Coach job description in MS Word format.

Community Organizer
Washington Village/Pigtown Neighborhood Planning Council’s (WPNPC) Public Safety Team seeks a Community Organizer to play a central role in implementing the organization's social change goals and strategies. Primary among these strategies is developing grassroots leadership and working to address public safety and sanitation issues. This position has an emphasis on issues of concern to low-income, racially diverse residents in the Washington Village/Pigtown community, including economic, racial and environmental justice. Requirements A person applying for this position should demonstrate enthusiasm for building a strong grassroots social justice organization and hold a deep commitment to racial and cultural diversity. S/he must be able to work independently and cooperatively, be self-motivated and self starting, and able to facilitate democratic decision-making. Strong accountability to the organization is required, as is a willingness to work flexible hours with frequent travel.

Download Community Organizer job description in MS Word format.

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United Way Of Central Maryland Seeks Impact Manager
United Way of Central Maryland is seeking qualified individuals interested in responding to community efforts and identifying and prioritizing gaps and assets in human service delivery systems in the central Maryland area. Responsibilities will include managing the resource distribution and oversight process for selected non-profit agencies; facilitating the assessment and outcome evaluation processes with agencies and working through an organized volunteer structure to make change happen for assigned impact areas. Each position will support one impact area and serve as backup and liaison to one other impact area. The position openings are in the following impact areas: Family Safety, School Readiness, and Basics Needs.

Download Impact Manager job description in MS Word format.

Goodwill Industries Of The Chesapeake Seeks STEP Youth Coordinator
This full-time position is with Goodwill's Schapiro Training and Eemployment Program (STEP). The ideal candidate will perform administrative/supervisory duties in planning, implementing, and coordinating all aspects of the day-to-day operation of a program. Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Counseling, Psychology or related field. Master's Degree preferred. Five years in social services and supervisory experience a must.

Base Pay: $28,000.00 - $35,000.00/Year Employee. Req'd Education: 4 Year Degree. Req'd Experience: At Least 1 Year Program Manager. Contact: You may fill out an application at Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake 222 E Redwood Street Baltimore, MD 21202 or Fax: 410 837-4544.

Chesapeake Habitat Seeks AmeriCorps*VISTA Construction Resource Coordinator
The Construction Resource Coordinator is a year-long AmeriCorps*VISTA opportunity with Chesapeake Habitat for Humanity. Work with the Construction and Resource Development departments to maximize the availability of construction resources (building materials, skilled labor, trades) through reduced-cost purchasing and in-kind donations. Significant job responsibility will also include business development for a future materials resale store, a national Habitat for Humanity model that supports home-building through sales of donated building materials. Job will include frequent phone and in-person interaction with donors, vendors, and contractors.

Skills Required: The ideal candidate must be able to work self-sufficienctly and effectively prioritize tasks, must be highly organized, and must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs. Candidate should have some knowledge of construction and understand the principles of business planning. Experience in retail management is a plus.

Education Requirements: Bachelor's preferred.
Comments: This is a *year-long service opportunity.* The VISTA living allowance is approximately $880/month.

This is an excellent career development opportunity, for a recent college graduate or a mid-career professional looking for a new experience. SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER VIA FAX OR EMAIL TO MARISA CANINO, fax 410-366-1310, Marisa@chesapeakehfh.org.

b4students Foundation Seeks Executive Director
The b4students Foundation is a private, non-profit organization that develops creative, workplace based, corporate mentoring programs for high school students. The Foundation seeks an Executive Director with an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to excellence and innovation to take the organization to the next level of development. This self-starter will be responsible for leading the Foundation as it expands its reach into the community.

Download Executive Director job description in MS Word format.

Civic Works Seeks Job Developer
Description: The Job Developer will place graduates of Civic Works' OED Construction Training and B'more Green Environmental Job Training programs in jobs utilizing their skills in construction and environmental remediation.

Download the Job Developer job description in MS Word format.

Montgomery Works CTC Seeks Offender Employment Coordinator
Interested candidates send resumes by email only to apply@montgomeryworks.com. Reference "OEP" in the subject line.

Summary of responsibilities:

* Assist offenders in accessing One-Stop and community resources
* Coordinate One Stop services at Montgomery County Correctional Facility
* Provide program orientation and pre-assessment as appropriate
* Provide job-readiness workshops, job search assistance, and resource referral to offenders seeking employment.
* Develop relationships with employers and community groups for the purpose of outreach and marketing of Montgomery Works and related programs and job development.

Rebecca Werley, Interim Executive Director, CTC, Inc.
v: 301-929-6880 f: 301-929-6879
Montgomery Works

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