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JOTF E-Newsletter The Job Opportunities Task Force (JOTF) is pleased to bring you the latest edition of its electronic newsletter. The JOTF E-Newsletter includes news, announcements, and information about upcoming events in the Baltimore area that we hope will be of interest to you. If your organization would like to publicize an event, job announcement, or other information, please send e-mail to info@jotf.org. In this issue: •JOTF Seeks Executive
Director •
The
Washington Post on Declining Welfare Rolls,
Increasing Poverty
• The
Groundwork Institute for Civic Dialogue Presents Forum on Offender Reentry
(10/14-11/4)
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Maryland Nonprofits Announces Advocacy Leaders
Program • CLASP Update Explores Potential
Funding for Transitional Jobs Through Child Support
JOTF NEWS JOTF Seeks Executive Director After nearly two years as executive director of JOTF, Deborah Povich will be moving to the Charlottesville, VA area at the end of the year. JOTF will miss her greatly. Deborah has greatly strengthened our program and our advocacy voice and has been a wonderful leader and colleague. We are now searching for a new executive director. Please read the job description below and share it with others. The executive director of JOTF has the opportunity to be an advocate for change and an active partner in bringing change to employment and economic issues that affect every resident of this region. Click here to view the JOTF Executive Director job description. JOTF is Moving! JOTF is pleased to announce that we will be moving our
offices downtown on November 1, 2004. Our new address will be: We hope to retain our current phone and fax numbers. E-mail addresses and the JOTF web site address will remain the same. Staff may be unreachable on November 1 and 2 until our phones and e-mail service are restored. Please contact Jessica Traskey at 410-234-8040 or jessica@jotf.org with any questions or concerns. Public Forum - "Establishing Workplace-Based Education Programs," Oct. 26 JOTF will host a public forum: "Learning on the job: How to Establish Workplace-Based Education Programs" on Tuesday, October 26, 2004, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. at the Thumel Business Center, Room BC-003, Merrick School of Business, University of Baltimore, 1420 North Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21201. Space is limited to the first 65 respondents. For more information and to register contact Jessica Traskey at 410-234-8040 or jessica@jotf.org.
Roundtable Discussion - "Doing Business With Business: The Human Resources Connection," Nov. 3 JOTF presents a roundtable discussion for workforce
development professionals with Harry Snow, Director of Human Resources
Consulting and Labor for Johns Hopkins Hospital. Space is limited to the first 15 respondents. For more information or to register please contact Kevin Moreno at (410) 234-8046 or kevin@jotf.org.
OTHER NEWS
The Washington Post on Declining Welfare Rolls, Increasing Poverty Griff Witte writes that as the "number of welfare recipients continues to decline, poverty rates -- particularly for single mothers and children -- have surged in recent years." Between 2002 and 2003 the number of people on welfare declined by 149,000, "while the number in poverty rose by 1.3 million." Even as the US economy improves, low-income workers are unable to support their families and escape poverty without jobs that offer adequate wages and benefits. Caught in this predicament many must return to welfare. Read "Poverty Up as Welfare Enrollment Declines"
Daily Record: Maryland's Aging Workforce May Impact Many Industries Kathleen Jarboe writes that economists "expect an aging work force to shake Maryland industries from manufacturing to retailing as the baby boom generation nears retirement." High housing prices, a lack of low-skill jobs and excessive regulation could further diminish the number of younger workers in Maryland. The loss of older, more experienced workers will increase the need for additional training. Read "Md. workers getting older"
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Groundwork Institute for Civic Dialogue Presents Forum on Offender Reentry The Groundwork Institute for Civic Dialogue Presents: "Managing the Road to Return: A Communal Commitment to Successful Offender Reentry." The following free programs will be held at Coppin State University's James Weldon Johnson Auditorium, 2500 West North Avenue from 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
For more information please call 410-377-5985, email info@ground-work.org or visit www.ground-work.org
Jewish Museum of Maryland to Honor Baltimore's Refugees The Jewish Museum of Maryland presents "New Land, New Lives: Baltimore's Refugees Yesterday and Today" on Sunday, October 17 from 2-4 p.m. at 15 Lloyd Street, Baltimore. Light refreshments will be served. There is no charge for admission. For more information, call 410-732-6400, ext. 14. Maryland Justice Coalition to Host Comedy Night Fundraiser The Maryland Justice Coalition Presents: "Comics with Conviction: A Night of Comedy to Support Justice Reform", Wednesday, October 20, 2004 at the Hippodrome Theater,West Baltimore. Tickets on sale now through Ticketmaster. For more information contact Kimberly Haven at khaven@povertysolutions.org or 410-366-0600.
Maryland Dept. of Labor to Host Ex-Offender Resource Workshop The Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation will present an "Ex-Offender Resource Workshop for Service Providers" on October 20, 2004 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Goodwill Industries Baltimore Headquarters, 222 E. Redwood Street. Call Ron Hamilton at 410-523-1060 to reserve a seat for you and your staff.
Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake Sponsors Halloween Party Edwin Mulitalo and Todd Heap of the Baltimore Ravens, along with Benelogic and Jillian's will host the "Goodwill Gridiron Halloween Party" on Monday, October 25, 2004 from 7 p.m. until midnight at Jillian's in Arundel Mills Mall. All proceeds from the event will benefit Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake. For more information or to order tickets by phone, call 410-837-1800, x135.
Maryland Institute for Employment and Training Professionals Offers Fall Classes MIETP announces Fall 2004 opportunities for professional development. To learn more about these classes and to register, please visit the "class schedule" section of www.mietp.org
Towson University’s Multicultural Institute Sponsors Baltimore Immigration Summit The Towson University Multicultural Institute will sponsor its first annual "Baltimore Immigration Summit" at Towson University's University Union on Friday, November 19th, 2004 from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The schedule will include general sessions on immigration in Baltimore, breakout sessions on issues pertinent to immigrants in Baltimore, a keynote panel, continental breakfast, and an international lunch. For more information contact Elizabeth Clifford at eclifford@towson.edu or 410-704-5164.
OPPORTUNITIES
Maryland Nonprofits Announces Advocacy Leaders Program The Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations is now accepting applications for its Advocacy Leaders Program. The yearlong program strengthens the knowledge and skills of nonprofit public policy advocates and fosters the development and growth of an actively networked community of nonprofit advocacy leaders. For more information or an application, contact program director Vernetta Walker at vwalker@mdnonprofit.org or visit http://www.marylandnonprofits.org/html/policy/02_03.asp
St. Bernadine's Head Start Center Seeks Mental Health Consultant St. Bernadine's Head Start Center seeks a contractual mental health consultant to provide services to children and their families. Contact Dorthea James at djames1984@hotmail.com or fax (410) 362-6720.
Maryland Justice Coalition Seeks Part-time Communications Intern The Maryland Justice Coalition is looking for a part-time
communications intern to develop its newsletter, manage its soon-to-be-launched
web site, author op-eds and press releases and help the organization build
relationships with the media. To apply, contact Tara at
St. Ambrose Outreach Center Seeks Program Manager St. Ambrose Outreach Center seeks a program manager to lead an education and employment center for adults and youth located in Park Heights. Send cover letter and resume to: SVDP, 320 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. No calls please.
Hope Outreach Center Seeks Program Manager Hope Outreach Center seeks a program manager to lead a new homeless day resource center in northeastern Baltimore County. Send cover letter and resume to: SVDP, 320 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. No calls please.
Social Solutions Seeks ETO Software Support Services Associate Social Solutions seeks an ETO software support services
associate to provide general training and phone/on-line support to ETO
customers. This position will allow you to gain extensive experience with
executives and staff in industry leading, outcome oriented non-profit
organizations around the country.
Start On Success Seeks Site Coordinator Start On Success seeks a site coordinator to assist Baltimore City High School seniors with mild disabilities preparing to enter the workforce. This individual will be responsible for operating the day-to-day functions of a work-study internship program in the spring, assisting these clients in securing employment upon their graduation, and supporting clients once they have been employed. For more information contact: Shannon Smoot
Mayor’s Office Of Employment Development Seeks Employment Advocate, Early Intervention Facilitator Employment Advocate Early Intervention Facilitator If interested in either of the above positions, pick up an application from the Human Resources Dept., 417 E. Fayette St., Suite 401 and return (along with an updated resume) to Regina Bellina, H.R. Analyst. Applicants needing disability-related accommodations for interviews should request them in advance by contacting Christine Marshall at (410) 396-1790.
Catholic Charities Seeks Placement Manager Catholic Charities seeks a placement manager for Christopher Place Academy, 709 E Eager Street, Baltimore.The Placement Manager is responsible for job development to surface job openings, promote job opportunities in the business community and build an ongoing relationship with employers. For more information contact Mary Ann McCloskey or email humanres@catholiccharities-md.org
MicroManos Seeks Construction Workers MicroManos will conduct interviews for a variety of positions at the Northwest Career Center, Mondawmin Mall, 3rd Floor on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 from: 8:30 to 5:00 pm. The following positions are available: Dump Truck Drivers CDL Experienced, Brick Layer, Equipment Operators - Dozers, Plumbers, Carpenters, General Laborers, Job Estimator, Crew Foreman, and Construction Superintendent. For more information visit www.micromanos.com or call: Maryland 301-279-0010, DC 202-387-9400, Toll-Free 888-917-8233.
Advocates for Children and Youth Seeks Lobbyist Advocates for Children and Youth seeks a contractual lobbyist for the Maryland General Assembly beginning November 2004 through April 2005. Send letter of interest, resume and cost proposal to Advocates for Children and Youth, 8 Market Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. E-mail applications can be sent to Lheisner@acy.org. Deadline: October 15, 2004.
Office of Home Energy Programs Offers Energy Bill Assistance OHEP is a year round program that helps needy Maryland households afford their home energy bills. For more information contact OHEP via the DHR Call Center at 1-800-352-1446 or via the internet at www.dhr.state.md.us/meap.
MSDE To Offer GED Preparation Classes Online In September 2004 the Maryland State Department of Education began a pilot program to provide online GED preparation classes to Maryland residents 16 and older who lack a high school diploma and are no longer enrolled in school. Further information is available online at the Maryland Literacy Works, Adult Literacy Resource Center at www.umbc.edu/alrc or from the Adult Literacy Hotline, 1-800-358-3010.
Youth As Resources Grants Available Youth As Resources is offering grants to youth (up to age 21) to carry out community organizing projects. The application deadline is Monday, November 8. For more information, please call (410) 576-9551.
NEW PUBLICATIONS AND RESOURCES CLASP Update Explores Potential Funding for Transitional Jobs Through Child Support Funding for transitional jobs through child support is explored in the August/September 2004 issue of CLASP Update, published by the Center for Law and Social Policy. Transitional jobs programs, which provide short-term subsidized jobs, skill development, and support services, are increasingly being used to help non custodial parents overcome substantial barriers to employment. A new CLASP policy brief, Where the Funds Are: Potential Use of Child Support Funds for Transitional Jobs Programs, by Abbey Frank, focuses on the ways in which states can leverage portions of federal child support funds to offset some of the costs of transitional jobs programs that target non custodial parents. Read CLASP Update (PDF format)
The Commission for Labor Cooperation Releases Migrant Labor Law Guide The Commission for Labor Cooperation is pleased to announce the release of The Guide to Labor and Employment Laws for Migrant Workers in North America.The guide consists of individual fact sheets about labor and employment law in each North American country. To read this report, go to: http://www.naalc.org/migrant/english/index.shtml
Newsletter Co-Editors: Kevin Griffin Moreno and Larry Schugam If you would like to unsubscribe from the JOTF E-Newsletter, send e-mail to info@jotf.org.
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