North Pt. Douglas Women's Centre has a job opening

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Neighborhood Resource Coordinator (.8 FTE) North Point Douglas Women’s Centre - Winnipeg, MB Closing Date: Jan.20, 2014 The Neighborhood Resource Coordinator (NRC) works directly and cooperatively with the Drop In Coordinator and is responsible both for maintaining services and programs in the Drop In Centre (including advocacy support for participants) and for coordinating the Volunteer Program. Qualifications • Commitment to the mission, vision and guiding principles of the North Point Douglas Women’s Centre. • Experience in coordination and management of volunteers • Experience in the social service sector or other suitable combinations of education and lived experience. • Knowledge of issues facing women and their families in the North Point Douglas community. • Entry level counseling program or equivalent in experience • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills • Experience working as part of a team • Basic computer skills. Responsibilities • Providing basic needs services, as well as program planning and delivery in the Drop In Centre • Supporting participants with information, advocacy, referrals and crisis counseling • Networking with like-minded agencies to provide resource support to participants. Such networks include: North End Community Helpers Network, EIA Advocate Network, CFS Advocate Network, MAVA (Manitoba Association for Volunteer Administration) • Coordinating volunteers for both the Drop In Centre and Special Events: recruiting, screening, training, orienting, placing, supporting, and appreciating volunteers • Coordinating the Ambassador Program (a team of 30-40 hosts for our Annual Fundraising Gala) • Maintaining confidentiality with respect to participant and organizational business • Using appropriate conflict resolution skills to maintain a respectful Drop In Centre About NPDWC The North Point Douglas Women’s Centre (NPDWC) exists to create opportunities for women to develop their potential and engage fully as citizens of their community. Working towards a safe, healthy, vibrant community for women and families in which all forms of violence against women are addressed by engaging the community in prevention and remediation strategies, NPDWC has a team of 13 passionate, caring and compassionate staff. Established in 2000 to address poverty-related issues, the Women’s Centre has become a hub that operates 6 days a week where women and their families can gather in a safe and supportive environment and learn to recognize and build on their existing skills. **It is a bona fide occupational requirement that this position is filled by a woman. The successful candidate must be able to pass a criminal and child abuse registry check. Please send resume & cover letter to: Jess Lambrecht – Drop In Coordinator North Point Douglas Women’s Centre 221 Austin Street Winnipeg, MB R2W 3M8 Email: jess@npdwc.org

Jobs - Child Care Coordinator - Go get it

IRCOM is seeking a highly organized individual committed to IRCOM’s vision and mandate to empower newcomer families to integrate into the wider community through affordable transitional housing, programs, and services. The Childcare Coordinator is a detail oriented, efficient and resourceful individual with strong interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills, able to meet the challenges of working with a culturally diverse group of community members. The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment prioritizing tasks and executing them to a high degree of accuracy. The Childcare Coordinator will exhibit and uphold core values of respect, non-violence, equality, and team work. To apply for this position please submit your resumé and cover letter by January 24, 2014 to: Childcare Coordinator January 2014 Subject to funding approval Position Overview: Under the supervision of the Director of Programming, the Childcare Coordinator is a competent individual committed to IRCOM’s vision and mandate to empower newcomer families to integrate into the wider community through affordable transitional housing, programs, and services. This staff is a detail oriented, efficient and resourceful individual with strong interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills, able to meet the challenges of working with a culturally diverse group of community members. The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment prioritizing tasks and executing them to a high degree of accuracy. The Childcare Coordinator will exhibit and uphold core values of respect, non-violence, equality, and team work. Objective The objective of the Childcare Coordinator position is to ensure the provision of quality care for newcomer children whose parents are participants in IRCOM programs such as the Newcomer Literacy Initiative (EAL classes) and the Community Resource Program’s workshops. The Childcare Coordinator is responsible for the planning, administration and implementation of an age appropriate childcare program in accordance with the Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) regulations for children aged 3 months – 5 years in off-site and on-site, non-licensed settings. The IRCOM Childcare Program will strive to provide safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate care for our newcomer children. Childcare Program Administration Enhance and develop IRCOM’s Childcare Program so that it meets all CNC requirements Communicate closely with CMAS (the oversight body for CNC) to ensure that CNC guidelines are being met and all monitoring and evaluation processes are in place With support from senior management, develop a policy and procedures manual for the Childcare Program Develop, coordinate, and monitor the effectiveness of the IRCOM Childcare Program’s administrative procedures Ensure accurate child and program records are being kept for all childcare sites, including records such as child’s attendance, registration data, permission slips, etc. Plan, manage, and monitoring the IRCOM Childcare Program budget and expenses Ensure the Childcare Program is compliant with Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and CNC security requirements Distribute, collect, approve and manage all ECE and Childcare Assistant time sheets Develop and maintain childcare staff schedules Act as an internal staff liaison to facilitate communication between the Childcare Program staff and other IRCOM staff Organize regular Childcare Program meetings, as well as participate in other IRCOM program meetings to help coordinate their childcare needs Attend IRCOM staff meetings, CMAS/CNC trainings and other organizational trainings as needed Purchase program supplies where required Other duties as assigned Childcare Program Coordination Develop a multicultural and age-appropriate program for children of parents attending IRCOM programs Develop monthly activity plans for each site, including full activity descriptions, snack plans and designated roles and responsibilities for Childcare Program staff in accordance with CNC requirements Provide support and supervision to childcare staff and volunteers Undergo / conduct an annual performance appraisal for each childcare staff member Using CMAS tools, develop and deliver ongoing training for childcare staff members and volunteers Childcare Programming Supervise and ensure the physical and emotional safety of children attending IRCOM’s Childcare Program Welcome and interact with newcomer children and their parents Engage children in activities that support a child-centred approach and that meet the individual developmental needs of the children Guide and assist children in the development of healthy eating, dressing and toilet habits Assess the skills, abilities, interests and needs of children Discuss children’s progress or concerns with parents and other staff members Set up and take down equipment and other items used in the program Inspect childcare space/facilities for safety issues and seek corrective action according to procedures Work with team members to create a positive environment Regular lifting and participating in physical activities Qualifications Early Childhood Education Level II Diploma or in the process of training with completion expected before March 31, 2014 is required A minimum of 12 months experience in a supervisory role is required Valid First Aid Certificate – Level B CPR Valid Criminal Record Check, and clear Child Abuse Registry Check Positive attitude and friendly manner Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills Direct experience creating and maintaining accurate and detail orientated records Ability to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of immigrant families Strength, stamina and ability to work with active, young children Demonstrated strong ability to work as a member of a small team Must be open-minded, resourceful, highly motivated, creative and independent Demonstrated strong commitment to supporting the newcomer community through previous volunteering / community involvement is an asset Knowledge of a language other than English an asset Newcomer experience is an asset International education/experience is valued Hours of work This is a full-time position for a maximum of 37.5 hours per week. This is a term position until March 31st, 2014, pending renewal of funding. The Childcare Coordinator’s hours will take place during IRCOM business hours between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday; however some evenings and weekends may be required as per the needs of IRCOM programs. Selected candidate must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resumé if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability. To apply for this position please submit your resumé and cover letter by January 24, 2014 to: Office Administrator 95 Ellen Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3A 1S8 Email: admin@ircom.ca Fax: 204 - 943 - 4810

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English as an Additional Language Co-ordinator Job Posting – Internal/External Mosaic – Newcomer Family Resource Network is a not for profit agency assisting in the settlement of newcomers to Winnipeg by providing community-based English as an Additional Language classes that include child care for pre-school aged children Job Overview The EAL Co-ordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of EAL classes in several community locations. The position involves staff support and supervision, programme management, student advocacy and liaison between the programme and the community host site. The EAL Co-ordinator is responsible for all community sites; Fort Richmond, Fort Garry, River Heights, and Downtown. This position requires travelling to all sites. Role and Responsibilities Program Maintenance and Learner Support: • Provide support to EAL Teachers including resource materials, distributing theme related resources, assisting in the acquisition of materials, assisting with challenging classroom issues • Provide information and referral for learners and staff • Student intake including registration and appropriate class placement, waitlist management, communication with all student referrals • Work with childcare co-ordinator to ensure adequate childcare spaces are available if needed • Provide an orientation for new students and gather information required by CIC in a confidential manner • Monitor student attendance, follow up on student absences and leaves of absence ensuring adherence to agency policy • Act as a liaison with host organizations • Organize field trips and guest speakers, in collaboration with Lead teacher • Ensure that the general program needs of teachers and students are met • Administer student feedback sessions 2 – 3 times per year, collate and submit feedback reports • Submit monthly financial claims and bi-weekly staff time sheets in an accurate and timely manner • Provide student support letters for EIA, Daycare subsidy, Child Tax Benefit Review, and Citizenship Staff Supervision: • Recruit and supervise EAL Teachers, and Teacher substitutes • Provide supervision to EAL Teachers including annual class visit and feedback sessions • Submit payroll information to Accounting on a bi-weekly basis Administrative Duties: • Input student data into the iCARE system, or supervise the data input • Participate in team meetings with all programme staff • Submit quarterly activity report to the Executive Director • Report on the number of available seats on a monthly basis to WELARC • Maintain the student wait list ensuring adherence to agency protocols Qualifications: • Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate from a TESL Canada certified institutio • EAL classroom teaching experience • Knowledge of the Canadian Language Benchmarks • Knowledge of Portfolio Based Language Assessment • Knowledge of the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program • Supervisory experience • Strong interpersonal, organizational, leadership skills • Exceptional written and oral communication skills • Experience working with newcomers in an EAL setting • Experience working with children and families • Knowledge of community resources including immigrant serving agencies and resources for immigrants • Sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of immigrant • Ability to work independently and be self-directed • Ability to work cooperatively in a non-profit and volunteer based organization • Valid Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Check • Access to a vehicle and ability to travel within the city mandatory Job Details: • Location: Based at 397 Carlton Street, must have the ability to travel to community sites • Schedule: 35 hours per week. The Co-ordinator is required to be available at various program sites from Monday – Friday. The current contract with Citizenship and Immigration Canada ends March 31, 2014, however the contract will be renewed as of April 1, 2014. Pending confirmation of funding, this will be a 52 week per year position. The anticipated start date is January 13, 2014. • Salary: $25.25 per hour to start + benefits How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé by email no later than 12 noon January 13, 2014 to: Val Cavers vcavers@mosaicnet.ca

Find your soul mate in 2014

We look here and there to find that one special person we can call our soul mate. Sometimes we find that person and other times we settle for the next best thing just so that we are not alone in life. What if you do not have to settle, what if there is someone waiting just for you but all you need is to be guided to them? Here is an article below that will help you in this quest. Please take a moment to read and be guided thereby. Keep an open mind. You are divinely loved How to Manifest your Dream Guy or Girl Written by Jafree Ozwald www.EnlightenedBeings.com "A soul mate is someone who has locks that fit our keys, and keys to fit our locks. When we feel safe enough to open the locks, our truest selves step out and we can be completely and honestly who we are; we can be loved for who we are and not for who we’re pretending to be." ~ Richard Bach You deserve to be with someone who compliments you, who treats you like royalty and lifts you up with great gentleness when you are down. You could call this other person your best friend, dream lover or perhaps your "Enlightening Soul Mate". What qualifies someone to resonate with you at this caliber is the profound intimate spiritual connection you have with them. There is a natural synchronicity between you, and you have the feeling that the days are truly timeless together. Upon your first meeting you may feel as if you have known each other for many years or lifetimes, and you probably have. You may also feel like you can share anything you are experiencing in your life without editing your words or holding back in any way. There is this simple presence together, and a closeness that allows you to relax with this person and fully be yourself. You may not believe this, yet there is at least one person on the planet right now who totally fits this description of being your soul mate. The good news is that you don't have to struggle, strive and search on internet dating sites for years to locate this person. You have a natural manifesting power inside you that will attract this divine enlightened connection quicker than you think! When you are living with love, joy and appreciation in your heart and you've healed all your past relationship wounding, you become a manifesting magnet for the mate of your dreams! There are many magical things that can miraculously manifest when you open your mind and heart to love. When you are truly surrendered to love, to the source of love within you 24 hours a day, this divine soul connection will spontaneously appear in the most unsuspecting way. "An optimist is a person who sees a green light everywhere, while a pessimist sees only the red stoplight. The truly wise person is color-blind." ~Albert Schweitzer So are you ready to meet your soul mate this week? If not, what are you afraid of? What is really stopping you from being open to this possibility? Often the negative unhealed experiences from the past will block your heart from opening again to trust in love. This fear can create a protective wall around your heart that may blind you from seeing if your soul mate was standing right in front of you. If your heart is still holding onto previous wounds and negative memories from past relationships, you might feel that it's TOO dangerous to trust in love and think its safer to hide behind this wall. The interesting thing is that the walls that are formed around the heart will numb the feelings of pain AND any sensation of being loved. These inner walls block both the positive and negative feelings, leaving you completely unable to have a personal intimate relationship. When this occurs there is only one way out. The key is to let down your guard, be real with yourself and trust the healing process of loving you just as you are. "If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion." ~Dalai Lama Even though you are a sensitive being and may not think you have a steel blockade around your heart, you can always choose to practice letting in even more love. The melting and healing of the smallest self-sabotaging thoughts that arise can allow for buckets of deep joy to pour into your heart. One of the greatest keys to manifesting an enlightened loving being is radical honesty with yourself. Ask yourself, "How far along am I on my spiritual path?". One simple gauge for this is noticing the level of compassion you have for yourself, your beloved, and everyone else in the world. If you have tremendous love, respect and gentleness with yourself, you are making it 1000 times easier for others to find love for you. A heart overflowing with constant compassion for yourself and others becomes a giant magnet for attracting that enlightened divine lover from your outer world. The greatest blessing of all, is when this inner gentleness becomes a addictive habit, and you become the healing master of your life. "Soul mates are people who bring out the best in you. They are not perfect but are always perfect for you." ~ Author Unknown If you'd like to experience a dramatic shift in your ability to attract your soul mate to you, today is your lucky day! I have created a NEW Enlightening Guided Manifesting Meditation Experience that will help you to heal your heart and raise your vibration so that you attract your soul mate into your life! This experience will reprogram your subconscious mind to naturally attract your soul mate with effortless ease. You will remove the walls around your heart so you are ready to receive the love life of your dreams! This is your chance to open your heart and soul with this new ability to trust life, experience deep love and true connection in an intimate relationship. Enjoy!

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Training Opportunity - Education

Improve your skills Amnesty International is offering a 5 week human rights advocacy series in conjunction with Global College. Amnesty International Group 19 presents: Outrage to Action Human Rights Advocacy Series Thursday Evenings, 6:00 - 8:30 pm January 23 to February 27, 2014 (no session on February 20) 15 spots available for community members FREE of charge This series is being provided in co-operation with Global College at the University of Winnipeg. Interactive workshops and action challenges will provide knowledge and strategies for addressing current human rights topics. Participants will build awareness, confidence and acquire the tools to effectively engage in human rights campaigns. This series will link participants to Amnesty International’s priority campaigns and other human rights organizations working on related issues. Topics will include women’s rights, Indigenous rights, and business & human rights. Participants will be joined by university students who have registered for this course on a credit basis. If you are interested in attending Outrage to Action, contact Louise at l.simbandumwe@uwinnipeg.ca for an application form. Space is limited so submit your application as soon as possible.

Job Vacancy - ESP Instructors

ESP Instructors The English for Specific Purposes (ESP) Program at The University of Winnipeg is looking for experienced EAL instructors for the following courses for the upcoming winter session January 13th – April 7th, 2014. Foundations for English for Specific Purposes English for Academic Learning English for Academic Writing Qualifications: - An M.Ed. or M.A. in a related field (minimum of a Bachelor’s degree) - TESL Certification II (2000 hours) or equivalent - Three to five years of EAL teaching experience with stage two adults - One to two years of ESP teaching experience - Preferred experience in Academic or Professional setting - Knowledge of issues surrounding EAL, ESP, and settlement - Excellent interpersonal skills The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the creation of a course outline based on existing curriculum, objectives and outcomes; tracking, monitoring and reporting of student performance and attendance; level appropriate assessment; and other related duties. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by Wednesday, January 8th, 2014. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references by e-mail to the ESP Program Coordinator at t.burke@uwinnipeg.ca No phone calls please. ESP courses are offered on part-time basis. For more information, and a course description, please refer to our website: http://esp.uwinnipeg.ca. Please note: All ESP courses are scheduled in the evening. Courses can be cancelled due to insufficient enrolment.

Happy New Year - May your dreams come true this year

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1.0 EFT – TERM (to March 31, 2014) POSITION TITLE: Administrative Assistant – Term REPORTS TO: Business Manager UNION AFFILIATION: CUPE Local 2348 SALARY RANGE: $15.72 - $17.47 / hour POSITION SUMMARY: The Administrative Assistant is responsible for the daily functioning of the Agency’s business unit while promoting a client-focused approach. The incumbent is responsible for the following areas of responsibility: reception and oral communications; accounting and bookkeeping, inventory management, procurement and deliveries; records management; preparation and distribution of correspondence, reports and documents for the Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer and other Agency staff and volunteers; planning and management of designated Agency and Board of Directors’ standing and ad hoc committees; preparation and upkeep of Agency manuals and publications. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Diploma from a recognized Business School or Community College Experience:  Minimum of 3 years current financial accounting experience including payroll  Exemplary communication skills both verbally and in writing  Ability to relate to people in a friendly, courteous manner  Ability to work independently  Ability to organize and adjust to variable workloads or interruptions as required  Ability to maintain confidential or sensitive information.  Demonstrated evidence of continued professional development Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:  Computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and data base  Sound knowledge of bookkeeping principles  Knowledge of financial accounting software, Quick Books.  Operational skill on basic office equipment Knowledge of advanced public relations procedures  Keyboarding skill of 70 words per minute. Resumes and supporting information are to be submitted to: Executive Assistant A & O: Support Services for Older Adults 280-200 Smith St. Winnipeg, MB, R3C 1K2 awheeler@ageopportunity.mb.ca CLOSING DATE: Friday January 10, 2014 @ 4:30 pm