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Latino Service Providers' E-newsletters consist of vital information that is relevant to the Latino community.
Our goal is to increase cultural competency, and help advocate for Latinos in Sonoma County. LSP participates in a variety of community events and educational programs that serve the Latino population.
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Every year, approximately 1.5 million high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner. It is also known that 3 in 4 parents have never talked to their children about domestic violence.
National Dating Abuse Helpline This hotline provides 24-hour national web-based and telephone resources to help teens experiencing dating abuse. Young people (as well as concerned friends, parents, teachers, clergy, law enforcement and service providers) anywhere in the country can call toll free, 1-866-331-9474, text "loveis" to 22522, or log on to the interactive website, loveisrespect.org, and receive immediate, confidential assistance.
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No Such Thing As a Bad Kid
When: Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Time: 8:30am-3:00pm
Location: North Coast Builders Exchange
|1030 Apollo Way, Santa Rosa
Speaker: Charlie Appelstein
Topics: Understanding & Responding to At-Risk Children & Youth Using a Positive, Trauma-Informed, Strength-Based Approach
Strategies for Responding to Kids & Families Affected by the Northern California Fires
Cost: Free
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Join Prevent Child Abuse Sonoma County (PCASC) and Charlie Appelstein for an informative and motivational training on March 7, 2018!
Charlie Appelstein, M.S.W. is an internationally prominent youth care training specialist, author and motivational speaker whose primary focus is on teaching positive, strength-based theories and techniques to professionals who guide at-risk children, youth and families.
Charlie will also discuss strategies for understanding and guiding children and youth victimized by the recent fires, including: dealing with grief, how trauma can affect developmental stages, and strategic verbal interventions to help professionals better engage and assist these kids.
Additional topics include:
- What is strength-based practice & the power of a positive attitude & culture
- The effects of trauma and positive emotions on the brain
- Mindset changing, strength-based communication principles and techniques - including re-framing, using solution-focused questions, positive-predicting and inspirational metaphors
- Self-esteem building & activities for at-risk children and youth; how to help cognitively inflexible kids
- The importance of being family-friendly
- Why, how, and when to use incentive plans
- The importance of controlling personal emotions (i.e. managing number one first)
- Respectful, relationship-based limit setting; and a host of creative cognitive behavioral strategies.
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Please contact Anne Barron with any questions regarding this training at (707) 585-6108 x1150 or anneb@calparents.org.
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Hair Braiding Workshop for Tweens
Come to the library and learn about how to braid hair from the students from Lytle's Beauty College. This is a free event open to tweens ages 8 and up. Limited Space, please register in advance. Free.
Walk-ins will still be welcome if there is space to accommodate them. Registrants arriving later than five (5) minutes after program start time may forfeit their spot depending on space availability.
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Eating the rainbow is easy and fun! Learn to make your own healthy breakfast and snacks.
Our partner the Ceres Project are helping to bring healthy living to the whole family. This cooking class for 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders is designed to teach children how to make healthy snacks and meals.
Space is limited please register online or at the information desk in your local library.
Walk-ins will still be welcome if there is space to accommodate them. Registrants arriving later than five (5) minutes after program start time may forfeit their spot depending on space availability.
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Vía Esperanza Centro de Educación has an exciting new opportunity:
The Mobility Coach Program!
This is a special pilot program that will help Sonoma County families take the next step in improving their family's future by leveraging local resources and empowering their children to succeed.
Our Mobility Coach will assist families:
Create an individualized plan to enhance parents' vital ability to act as their child's first and most important teacher and primary advocate throughout their child's development;
Increase parent engagement in a child's education by creating a learning community with school staff;
Provide opportunities that meet the needs of children and their parents together to create a legacy of economic security; and
Create an intergenerational cycle of opportunity.
We want to recruit at least 15 families for this six-month pilot program.
Interest parties may contact Magdalena Mendoza by phone at (707) 480-9374 or via email at mmendoza@capsonoma.org.
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Children's Dental Health Project for Sonoma County
The Cavity Free Sonoma Pilot Project is for children ages 0-6 years of age who are enrolled in Medi-Cal. Families are provided with a dental assessment that lets parents know if their children are at high, medium or low risk for dental disease.
Each child and parent or caregiver meets with a bilingual Community Dental Health Worker, recently trained at Santa Rosa Junior College, who helps patients and their parents understand oral health, and provides behavior coaching in a culturally relevant way.
The health worker also helps the parent or caregiver download an app to track appointments, monitor health goals, and gets tips and reminders via their Apple or Android device.
Where to Sign Up
The Department of Health Services has partnered with local health centers to deliver this care to eligible families. Families interested in receiving services should contact a clinic below.
Job Opportunities Available for this program(See below in job postings)
The Dental Health Program at the Sonoma Public Health Division is working in partnership with 8 community clinics and the Santa Rosa Junior College on a 4 year project to improve dental health in young children who are eligible for Denti-Cal.
This includes all low-income children, regardless of immigration status. The program is called Cavity Free Sonoma.
We are recruiting for 3 full-time positions for bilingual Community Health Workers to join dental teams in 3 locations: Cloverdale, Healdsburg and Santa Rosa. Attached you will find the job application and core responsibilities for this position. You will see that the Santa Rosa Junior College is providing a course for these and other community members, a summer 6-week course "Dental Health Promotion". The pay scale begins at $16.05/hour with fringe benefits.
We have a team of 6 community health workers already in action, and we refer to this specially trained position as Community Dental Health Worker. They have dubbed themselves the "Tooth Fairies". The team meets regularly for training, networking, sharing and coordination. We are excited to be able to offer this opportunity to serve the community and join a wonderful committed team.
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Title of Announcement: Employment & Training Counselor I
Salary: $4,290 - $5,216/Mo.
Closing Date: 2/26/18
Intro: This position will be assigned to the SomonaWORKS Program. Employment and Training Counselor I's are responsible for assessing clients' employability and developing mutually agreed upon employment and training plans. Ideal candidates will possess: experience providing counseloring or social work services; expertise in case management practices, and strong verbal and written communication abilities.
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f Announcement: Workforce Organizer
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Intro: The Graton Day Labor Center seeks a committed and energetic Workforce Organizer to join our team of passionate community changers. Nestled in beautiful Graton, the Graton Day Labor Center offers a variety of programs to individuals looking for day labor work including English classes, case management, job connections, and more!
The Workforce Organizer will be responsible for workforce development trainings, program management, outreach, hiring and job dispatch, advocacy, leadership development and social justice organizing.
2 years of community organizing experience, Bachelor's degree, and fluency in Spanish and English required.
Join the movement!
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Christy Lubin, Executive Director at
christy@gratondaylabor.org
. Should you have any questions please call the office at (707) 829-1864
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| Title of Announcement: Park Aide - Extra Help
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$14.52 - $17.65 Hourly
Closing Date: Continuous
Intro: The Sonoma County Regional Parks department is seeking applicants to fill multiple intermittent, extra-help Park Aide positions.
Working in locations across the County, Park Aides assist in routine park operations such as:
Collecting day-use and camping fees
Assisting park visitors
Registering campers
Explaining park rules
Performing maintenance and janitorial tasks
Some of the positions will be assigned work through the Environmental Discovery Center (EDC) of Sonoma County. The EDC provides an array of informative and interactive displays, as well as interpretive projects designed to delight children. Park Aides assigned to the EDC or Tolay Fall Festival will assist in providing an educational and teaching component to elementary school classes visiting the EDC and other parks during the school year. Training in park rules, procedures, interpretation, and operations is provided.
Work locations may vary and work assignments include irregular hours on weekdays, weekends, and holidays. A candidate's flexibility in work days and work hours is highly desirable and may be a factor in hiring decisions. Park Aides are required to wear a County issued uniform and will receive a voucher toward the purchase of safety boots.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include experience in a position involving public contact, or performing janitorial, and/or physical manual labor. Coursework or training in park management, natural resources, forestry, environmental studies, or a closely related field is desirable.
Desirable Certifications: Possession of a valid American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation and an Emergency Cardiac Care card is desirable.
License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of: basic janitorial techniques; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Ability to: follow oral and written instructions; use hand tools and light machines; perform moderately heavy physical manual labor; detect safety hazards within a park area and report problems to supervisor; prepare a simple record of daily fees on a standardized form; deal effectively and tactfully with the public and County personnel; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; tactfully explain rules, regulations, laws and ordinances; safely drive and operate light motorized vehicles.
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| Title of Announcement: 4C's Multiple positions open
Intro: 4C's has immediate postions open at 4C's preschools
Open Positions:
Teacher / Associate Teacher - Santa Rosa
Download Full description: Here
Preschool Cook - Petaluma
Download Full description: Here
Substitute Teacher
Download Full description:Here
Substitute Teacher Application: Here
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| Title of Announcement: Water Agency Maintenance Worker I & II - Extra-Help
Salary: $19.14 - $28.93 Hourly
Closing Date:2/26/18
Intro: Join the Sonoma County Water Agency as a Water Agency Maintenance Worker - Extra-Help! The Sonoma County Water Agency is seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple temporary, extra-help Water Agency Maintenance Worker positions.
WAMW I's and II's perform a variety of entry-level, semi-skilled, light and heavy manual tasks involving water and wastewater treatment maintenance. Typical duties include:
* Repairing and installing water and wastewater treatment distribution systems, as well as flood control and river channels
* Digging trenches, repairing pipes, removing silt and other debris
* Planting, pruning, cutting, and removing trees and other foliage
* Installing, repairing, and removing fences
* Maintaining service roads
For more information, minimum qualifications, &
to apply, please visit:
www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. EOE Apply by 2/26/18!
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| Title of Announcement: Parks and Grounds Maintenance Worker I - Extra Help
Salary: $18.70 - $22.73 Hourly
Closing Date: Continuous
Intro: The Sonoma County Regional Parks Department seeks qualified Parks and Grounds Maintenance Workers!
Sonoma County Regional Parks is hiring multiple Park Program Assistant - Extra-Help (intermittent) positions in the Community Engagement Division. Park Program Assistants (PPAs) provide assistance with educational, administrative, and support service activities. PPAs may also assist with oversight recreational facilities and visitor centers.
Note: One or more years of experience providing programming in parks in the areas of lifeguard services, interpretation, outreach, environmental education and/or recreational programs is required to become a Park Program Assistant.
Ideal Park Program Assistant candidates will have:
- Experience in coordinating, implementing, and leading quality educational and recreational programming for diverse audiences
- Experience developing and leading trainings, coordinating events, marketing programs, and representing organizations at meetings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organization skills necessary to manage multiple priorities
- The ability to be self-motivated and goal-oriented
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills, which are highly desirable, but not required
Lifeguard Services
Lifeguard Services PPAs will provide support in an administrative role by assisting with daily operations including recruitment, training, scheduling, and incident command. The position will be helping with the Spring Lake Water Park, special events, and aquatics summer programs.
Instructor certification in ASHI, American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, and California certified EMT, as well as a minimum of 1,500 hours lifeguard experience are highly desired for a position in this division.
Environmental Education and Outreach
Education and Outreach PPAs will support, develop, and/or deliver environmental education, interpretative, recreation, and outreach programs and special events for a variety of audiences. They will assist with program marketing, evaluation, serve as a lead for interns, and other program and visitor center administrative duties.
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| Title of Announcement: Lifeguard - Extra Help
Salary: $16.33 Hourly
Closing Date: Continuous
Intro: The Sonoma County Regional Parks Department is hiring multiple lifeguards to work the 2018, Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend, summer season!
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| Title of Announcememnt: Senior Civil Engineer
Salary: $8,315 - $10,108/Monthly + Additional Benefits!
Closing Date: Continuous
Intro: Transportation and Public Works Department seeks a highly experienced Senior Civil Engineer! At the County of Sonoma you will be exposed to a myriad of projects including bridges, roads, traffic engineering, sanitation, and hydrology. Join the County of Sonoma and receive comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for career advancement.
To download full description: Click Here |
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Salary: $18.50 - $20.50
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Summary
Working under direction of the Director of Program Services the Therapy Program Manager manages services provided through the YWCA's Therapy Program. This is a professional, position responsible for the overall management of YWCA's therapy services. The position will oversee and direct the following key programmatic areas: individual, group, and family trauma informed therapy programming and children therapy for A Special Place Preschool. This position will provide leadership and vision to the organization and its staff and will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the therapy program in collaboration with the Director of Programs, clinical supervisors, and members of the leadership team.
Essential Tasks
The Therapy Program Manager is responsible for overseeing and developing the organizations program through tasks such as intern/trainee recruitment, program development, scheduling, and supervision. They are responsible for developing strategies to allow for continued growth, coordinate with clinical supervisors, and is responsible for contract/grant tracking, billing, and reporting.
TO APPLY
: To apply please send a cover letter with salary requirements and a resume to
dholman@ywcasc.org
with "Therapy Program Manager" in subject line.
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