NOTE: We have researched neither the organizations nor whether the positions are still available. Inclusion in this section should not be considered an endorsement of the organizations or of the particular positions advertised.

Childcare Aide, Domestic Violence Shelters (New York, NY)

Safe Horizon, the nation’s leading victim assistance & advocacy organization is seeking professionals to work in our 24-Hour Domestic Violence Shelters. Our Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter programs offer a comprehensive range of services including counseling, advocacy, intervention, and support to meet the needs of victims and their families.

AA degree required. Two years relevant work experience preferred, knowledge of domestic violence and child abuse/neglect. Experience working with children and families, knowledge of child development and strong interpersonal skills are necessary. Bilingual ability is a plus.


Community Organizer--Educational Justice (Alexandria, VA, USA)

TWU is seeking a Community Organizer to build the power of African American and Latina/o parents in Alexandria, Virginia for system-wide school reform. This is a half-time (approximately 20 hours per week) position to start, with a chance to increase to full-time. Using base-building, community organizing, and leadership development approaches, the organizer will organize, develop the leadership and build the power of African American public school parents and teens in Alexandria City Public Schools as an essential element of TWU’s College Preparation and Restorative Justice for All Campaign.


Work and Learn at an Innovative Social Services agency (New York, NY)

Established in 1995, the Red Hook Public Safety Corps (Public Safety Corps) is an AmeriCorps community service program that seeks to improve the quality of life in New York City through crime prevention and victim assistance projects. Part of the Center for Court Innovation, the Public Safety Corps consists of 50 members, who range in age from 18 to 68. Participants perform one year of community service working in criminal justice agencies, fixing broken windows, painting over graffiti, cleaning local parks and counseling crime victims. In return, they receive valuable training, an education award that can be used for college or job training and a small living allowance. The Public Safety Corps takes a multi-faceted approach to improving public safety in neighborhoods plagued by drugs and crime.

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November 2007