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Oakland Housing Authority lists this Resident Intern - Education Program (Part Time) opportunity in oakland, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Resident InternEducation Program SupportPart Time (Up To 28 Hours/Week)Salary: $17.34 - $20.00 / HourlyClosing Date/Time: This will be a continuous recruitment until sufficient applications have been received.DefinitionThe Resident Internship Program has been developed to provide Oakland Housing Authority program participants with part-time work experience for up to 9 months within the Department of Family and Community Partnerships (FCP). This on-the-job training will give participants a thorough understanding of community program development practices and general office functions in preparation for entry into the competitive workforce. Resident Interns will assist FCP program staff in implementing residential education programs.Essential FunctionsUnder FCP Education Program Coordinator supervision, the resident intern provides general program support; outreach program information and greets program participants in a friendly and welcoming manner; assists in planning and implementing programs and events; sets up and breaks down spaces for events; organizes files and performs data entry; seeks out and maintains relationships with community agencies; regularly contributes to staff meetings with ideas and insights.Education Program SupportAssists with the day to day operations and events in the education program;Provides college preparation information and resources to OHA residents;Assists OHA residents with applying to educational institutions and/or developing plans to obtain GED, High School Diploma or College Degree;Assists OHA residents with accessing educational resources to support learning needs (i.e. tutoring, disabled student resources etc.);Co-facilitates workshops to assist OHA residents with accessing financial aid resources;Maintains regular communication with Education Program Coordinator and other agency staff.Internship ObjectivesGain an overall understanding of OHA residents' needs and become familiar with community resources;Develop competencies in program development and implementation;Learn database software and track program benchmarks;Learn marketing and networking strategies;Personal DevelopmentDevelop planning, organizational and time management skills;Increase knowledge of computer skills and technology;Develop team-based work competencies and professional ethics;Increase overall knowledge of community resources;Learn effective referral procedures.Marginal FunctionsWork evenings, weekends and other work-related duties as required.Minimum QualificationHigh School Diploma/GED or must be able to provide verification of enrollment in GED classes upon commencement of internshipMust be a resident of the Oakland Housing Authority; on the lease and in good standingSome applicable work experience and/or training preferred. College experience is a plusAbility to pass a background screening and a drug testStrong desire for a career in community supportive servicesBilingual skills in ASL, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese and/or Spanish are a plus.Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.Knowledge And AbilityKnowledge Of:Modern office practicesBasic computer functions including word processingInternet navigationElectronic correspondence and telephone systems.Ability To:Be self-motivatedDeliver excellent customer service to program participants and customersExercise patiencePractice professionalism and sensitivity with a diverse populationCommunicate effectively both orally and in writing.To Apply: Please complete and submit an employment application online at Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form.BenefitsNon-Benefited position
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oakland, CA, 94601, US
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