http://www.denverseminary.eduDenver Seminary Jobsen℗ & © 2006 Denver Seminary720 Youth Advocate Program (Denver County) ________________________________________ Reply to: smastroantonio@yapinco.org Date: 3-12-2012 Denver County Advocate Program is currently hiring part-time youth/family advocates, (bilingual a plus). YAP's mission is to keep at-risk youth out of institutions and maximize the odds that they will have healthy and productive futures using the support of their family and community members. YAP has over 130 programs serving 12,000 youth and families per year across 18 states. The primary responsibilities of an Advocate are to implement and assist in the planning and developing of direct advocacy services to clients and their families with the support of the Director and Staff. This includes but is not limited to assisting with tutoring; ensuring school attendance; developing job skills; connecting families to community resources; broadening the horizons of youth by exposing them to the cultural and educational resources within their communities. Advocates work flexible schedules including days, evenings and weekends. Pay begins at $12 an hour and increases dependent on group time and caseloads. We provide excellent paid training. You must be willing to drive up to 30 miles outside of the Denver County boarder (mileage will be paid for these rare cases). Qualifications: Prefer applicants in Denver County, high school diploma, valid driver's license, excellent driving record, auto insurance 100/300 and access to a safe, dependable vehicle, appropriate state and federal background checks. Experience working with youth and/or families a plus, but desire to learn a must. If you are looking for a meaningful job that will make a positive impact on your community, this is it! Apply now. For information about our program, please see www.yapinc.org. Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please fax (303-457-1303) or e-mail (smastroantonio@yapinc.org) your resume to: Stephanie Mastroantonio, Program Director by 3/14/2012. • Location: Denver County • Compensation: $12 to $19.50 an hour or more depending on number of clients. • This is a part-time job. • This is at a non-profit organization. • Phone calls about this job are ok (303-457-1120) http://www.denverseminary.edu/youth-advocate-program-inc/2012-03-13-advocate http://www.denverseminary.edu/youth-advocate-program-inc/2012-03-13-advocate Tue, 13 Mar 2012 01:04:17 UTC Crossroads of the Rockies is one of the host sights for the Whiz Kids tutoring program. We have 10+ middle school students on the waiting list who are eager to be paired with a tutor in order to be able to start the program. This is a great opportunity to form one-on-one, Christ-centered relationships with Denver students who not only need some help with homework, but who also need exposure to Christ's love through good role models. At Crossroads, middle school Whiz Kids meets every Thursday night from 6:30-8:00. Tutors generally pick up their students and bring them to program. Please prayerfully consider teaming up with one of these youth! http://www.denverseminary.edu/crossroads-of-the-rockieswhiz-kids-tutoring/2012-01-30-mentortutor-for-middle-school-dps-students http://www.denverseminary.edu/crossroads-of-the-rockieswhiz-kids-tutoring/2012-01-30-mentortutor-for-middle-school-dps-students Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:24:25 UTC Save Our Youth is looking to connect mentors with students all over the Denver Metro Area! Join the over 300 mentors that are making a difference. Hundreds are on the waiting list! Amazing opportunity to impact a life! http://www.denverseminary.edu/save-our-youth/2011-12-13-mentor http://www.denverseminary.edu/save-our-youth/2011-12-13-mentor Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:01:47 UTC We are hosting a rapidly growing ministry to newly arrived Butanese refugees, led by "Pastor" Jeetendra Singh (Pastor "J") http://www.denverseminary.edu/faith-evangelical-presbyterian-church/2011-12-06-mentor http://www.denverseminary.edu/faith-evangelical-presbyterian-church/2011-12-06-mentor Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:54:02 UTC HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT MENTORING A YOUNG PERSON? It's easy! By sharing just 10-11 hours a week of your time you can make a positive difference in a teenager's life. You can share the kinds of activities you already like to do, such as: sports, going on a hike, having coffee at a Starbucks, or enjoy a slice of pizza. You can also do this while you are going to school or working. By sharing your time you have the opportunity to make a big impact on a child for the better. Just be yourself! That's all it takes! You will provide skills training and life skills coaching to delinquent and conduct-disordered youth placed in a residential treatment facility. Qualifications: Valid driver license; 21 years of age or older; Good driving record; and No criminal record. Schedule will vary and is flexible. Savio offers a fun and challenging work environment and competitive salary. For additional information about Savio and to submit your resume, please visit: www.saviohouse.org Savio is an equal opportunity employer http://www.denverseminary.edu/savio-house/2011-09-22-mentorskills-trainer http://www.denverseminary.edu/savio-house/2011-09-22-mentorskills-trainer Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:41:37 UTC ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND: Since 1988, Providence Network, a faith-based nonprofit, has provided transitional & affordable housing programs in a structured, supportive community for individuals and families seeking recovery from poverty, homelessness, addictions and domestic violence. The program offers counseling, spiritual growth, life-skills training, education, job development and positive role modeling from 24/7 live-in staff. We also work very closely with local churches to connect our people to the body of Christ. This holistic approach helps heal Denver’s hurting from the inside out so they can become healthy and self-sufficient members of society. WHAT IS PROVIDENCE HOUSE? Providence House is a 2-year transitional housing program for single men & women. We serve adults recovering from addictions and working toward economic self-sufficiency. This program is operated within a large home in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. POSITION SUMMARY: This is a live in staff position in which you will be assigned the case management of up to four male residents. You will be mentoring them, co-creating goal plans and holding them accountable so that they may heal and grow to become self-sufficient. You will be part of a team that works together to build community and implement the Providence Network transitional housing program. You are required to live in the home and will be given your own bedroom and a shared bathroom. Dinners are provided and shared as a community. The home is located at 801 Logan Street in Denver. QUALIFICATIONS: • Strong sense of calling to this population and a mature Christian walk is essential • Experience managing others is a plus • Flexible and able to manage crisis situations • Understanding of addictive behavior is preferable • Appreciation for the importance of role modeling within the context of a community • Comfortable signing Providence Network’s Statement of Faith (see below) ATTRIBUTES: • Enthusiastic & committed team player • Self-motivated and productive with little supervision • Outgoing and comfortable interacting with staff and public • Strong communication skills and work ethic PROVIDENCE NETWORK STATEMENT OF FAITH: 1. We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God. 2. We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. 3. We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. 4. We believe that for the salvation of lost and sinful people, regeneration by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential. 5. We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life. 6. We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved unto the resurrection of life and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation. 7. We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ. http://www.denverseminary.edu/providence-network/2011-09-11-providence-house-live-in-staff-mentor http://www.denverseminary.edu/providence-network/2011-09-11-providence-house-live-in-staff-mentor Sun, 11 Sep 2011 01:06:05 UTC Work one-on-one as a job coach with a high school student with special needs. Looking for three volunteers to work with three wonderful male students who are high functioning and are enrolled in the school's Learning Center program. Job coaches will be responsible for driving students to a local business (some may be within walking distance), supervising the student's work, and communicating students' progress to the program coordinator. Job coaches are needed from 12:15 - 2:00 Monday and/or Friday. This is a wonderful opportunity to pour into the life of a student and it does not require much time commitment. Volunteers may serve at any time during our school year (August 23 - May 11), but someone who can serve on a consistent basis would be ideal. http://www.denverseminary.edu/front-range-christian-school/2011-08-03-volunteer-job-coach-for-students-with-special-needs http://www.denverseminary.edu/front-range-christian-school/2011-08-03-volunteer-job-coach-for-students-with-special-needs Wed, 03 Aug 2011 21:29:56 UTC Friends for Youth Executive Director Job Description Reports to: The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors Summary Friends for Youth is a Christian, faith-based mentoring program serving 275 youth annually in the Denver metro area through one-to-one and group mentoring opportunities. Youth served are ages 10 to 18 years old and primarily referred through Colorado’s juvenile justice and child welfare systems. The Executive Director works closely with the Board of Directors as well as the Program Director and program staff to carry out all mentoring programs of Friends for Youth. This work shall include the direct supervision of the Program Director, and Administrative Coordinator. The underlying goal is to build and sustain a quality mentoring program that incorporates all best practices of mentoring and meets the needs of volunteers, youth, and the community. Purpose of the Position To manage the activities of the organization and see that all policies and instructions of the Board of Directors are carried into effect, and to ensure the successful functioning of the organization. Principal Accountabilities Visionary / Information Bearer Ensures a common vision and requisite information are effectively communicated so that the best, aligned action can be taken to ensure actualization of the vision. • Has in place a clear mission statement and strategic plan • Looks to the future for change opportunities, within and external to the organization • Ensures staff and Board have sufficient, up-to-date information • Interfaces between Board and employees • Interfaces between organization and community Leader Provides leadership so that high levels of motivation, pursuit of excellence and community support exists toward the accomplishment of the mission and strategy • Advises the Board. Is an active, effectively contributing Board member • Advocates / promotes organization change related to organization mission and strategy • Promotes motivation of employees and volunteers in programs and operations • Engages with the community and collaborators, e.g. non-profit, governmental agencies, civic groups, and business. Products/ Programs Develops and maintains the most effective training and mentoring programs so that the FFY mission and competitive advantage are most effectively achieved. • Ensures continuous improvement of FFY core competencies and competitiveness • Ensures program effectiveness through reliable assessment methods • Meets yearly program goals, objectives, and outcomes Fundraising/Financial Management Manages the financial resources of the organization so that high levels of financial integrity and fiduciary responsibility are achieved. • Has expertise in all aspects of fundraising including government, private foundations, individuals, corporations, individuals, and special events. Expertise in grants procurement and grants management • Assures no loss of operating funds; assures adherence to fiduciary and legal responsibilities • Develops realistic budgets and stays within them • Raises enough revenue to accomplish significant program goals and maintains or builds a financial balance in keeping with organizational policy • Receives a "clean" financial audit Manager Manages the operations of FFY so that effectiveness, efficiency and quality are optimized. • Implements plans • Manages human resources of the organization. Accountable for staff performance assessment, coaching, training, cross-training, succession planning, development, culture, morale and high levels of productivity. Delegates most appropriately. • No undue staff turnover; no ongoing personnel concerns • Recruits staff for board-approved positions. Consults and involves board in decisions regarding top staff positions, e.g. Executive Dir., Program Dir., Development Dir. • Ensures sufficient cadre of capable volunteers and the best utilization, motivation, and productivity • Manages contracts and agreements with private funders and governmental agencies • Ensures that work processes and organization structure are designed to produce the most cost-effective results Facilities Manages the physical resources of FFY so that the costs and utility are optimized • Maintains professional surroundings and safe working environment • Maintains relationship with landlord and oversees lease agreements Board Developer Educates and helps to develop a highly competent Board of Directors so that the most beneficial oversight and direction can be assured. • Maintains an active Board that provides good governance to the organization • Assists in the selection and evaluation of board members • Trains and educates the Board • Makes recommendations • Supports the Board's process for evaluating the Executive Director and takes appropriate developmental action based on the Board's feedback. Delegation Through the Board of Directors, certain duties of the Executive Director may be delegated to the Board members, committees and/or staff as appropriate; however, the accountability for them remains with the Executive Director. Know-how • Knowledge of Non-profit management • Knowledge of Mentoring and Youth Development Programming • Knowledge of Human Service and Juvenile Justice field and associated agencies • Management of financial resources • Working knowledge of Human resources, employee benefits, compensation • Knowledge of employee development, training, and support, and retention Problem-solving and decision-making complexity • Makes policy and planning recommendations to the Board • Makes recommendations to board regarding collaborative grants and contracts. • Decides or guides courses of action in operations by staff • Makes decisions on fundraising strategies and annual development plans. • Decides on strategic program offerings, considering funding, impact on capacity, risk For more information about Friends for Youth please visit our web-site at www.friendsforyouth.com Offices located at 5500 E. Yale Ave. Suite 200, Denver, CO 80222 Phone: 303-756-9285 Fax: (303) 300-7990 http://www.denverseminary.edu/friends-for-youth/2011-07-06-executive-director http://www.denverseminary.edu/friends-for-youth/2011-07-06-executive-director Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:49:11 UTC Parents of a great 27 year old young adult male with cognitive delay special needs looking for individual who has a sense of humor, is responsible, organized and calm, to spend time (friend, not caretaker) with our son doing educational and extracurricular activities. We prefer 1st year male students that will have at least two years left at the Seminary or individuals that can commit to two years or more. Our son loves doing activities such as: running track, bicycle riding, horseback riding, athletic events, all types of music, being with his friends, attending concerts and going on hikes. He takes karate and participates in Praying Hands therapeutic horseback riding drill team; works at Jason’s Deli and has a GREAT sense of humor. Support person would support in the areas of reading and academic practice; reinforcing life skills such as laundry, cleaning, grocery shopping; social skills; transportation to various activities and community skills such as independence in his neighborhood. Educational training and support will be provided to individual who fills this position. Individual becomes part of an extended team of other professionals: Therapist, reading therapist and speech therapist along with other facilitators who are Denver Seminary students or strong Christians. A few nights a week, approximately 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Family and Son’s residences located in the Denver Tech Center, I 25 & Belleview area. Great family, great location, great son. http://www.denverseminary.edu/community-support-services/2011-05-23-support-personfriend-for-individual-with-cognitive-delay-special-needs http://www.denverseminary.edu/community-support-services/2011-05-23-support-personfriend-for-individual-with-cognitive-delay-special-needs Mon, 23 May 2011 16:02:18 UTC