The Doe Fund
Computer Lab Assistant
The Doe Fund, New York, New York, us, 10261
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Are you ready to embark on a new career endeavor?
Join The Doe Fund on our mission
to break the cycles of homelessness, addiction, and criminal recidivism by providing holistic services, housing, and work opportunities
to the under-served populations including the formerly homeless and incarcerated, disconnected youth, veterans, and people living with AIDS. Our flagship transitional work program-- Ready, Willing & Able-- integrates paid work, occupational training, and holistic supportive services to facilitate an individual’s return to mainstream society.
This position’s working days are Tuesday through Saturday, including some evening hours.
Support the functioning of facility computer labs and Workforce Development Classes
(80%)Monitor "Open Lab" hours in computer labs
Assist trainees with learning how to navigate computers, the internet, and personal digital devices
Use virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Google MeetsCreate and recover Gmail accountsCreate Indeed accountsLearn how to navigate Google Classroom for RWA online courses
Support clients in:
Job searching and filling out job applicationsFilling out housing applicationsFiling for unemployment benefitsCompleting RWA coursework in Google ClassroomPursuing training/educational classes outside of RWAMaking appointments and then obtaining and printing directionsNavigating online government agency portalsTracking down and requesting personal documentation (birth certificates, high school diplomas, court documentation, etc.)
Teacher’s Assistant - Support Workforce Development Classes
Computer Skills Class (priority)
Assist with in-person class facilitationAssist with online class orientation sessions
Educational courses (as needed)
TABE TestingAdult Basic Education ClassHigh School Equivalency Prep ClassEducation and Training Tutoring sessions
Monitor utilization of labs for virtual RWA trainingSupport Workforce Development team with administrative tasks
(20%)
Serve as a knowledgeable member of the Education and Training team who can:
Provide career, vocational, and educational counseling based on clients’ educational and professional qualifications as well as transferable skills.Complete Education and Training intakes with clients, engaging them in the proper workforce development programs and making referrals when necessary
Assist with Workforce Development team projects
ResearchCurriculum Development
Draft and record “How To” videos for the Workforce Development YouTube channelPosition Requirements:
High School DiplomaDesire and ability to work with RWA client baseMust be willing to travel to all residential facilities (locations in Bushwick, Harlem, and Bedstuy)Must be willing to work some evenings and SaturdaysHigh energy level and enthusiasm for the position, Self-motivatedMust possess computer skills, a command of: email, word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Google Platforms (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, Calendar), and Video Conferencing platforms (Zoom, Google Meets)Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and set priorities within a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal skills and the proven ability to synthesize and accurately present relevant informationAbility to adapt to and work effectively within a variety of situations and with various individuals and groups
Interested?
Submit your application for review.
Before you go, we want to assure you that we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of individuals who share our mission and who want to join us in working on the cutting-edge of important social issues.
We are an equal opportunity employer and we highly encourage applications from candidates regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Are you ready to embark on a new career endeavor?
Join The Doe Fund on our mission
to break the cycles of homelessness, addiction, and criminal recidivism by providing holistic services, housing, and work opportunities
to the under-served populations including the formerly homeless and incarcerated, disconnected youth, veterans, and people living with AIDS. Our flagship transitional work program-- Ready, Willing & Able-- integrates paid work, occupational training, and holistic supportive services to facilitate an individual’s return to mainstream society.
This position’s working days are Tuesday through Saturday, including some evening hours.
Support the functioning of facility computer labs and Workforce Development Classes
(80%)Monitor "Open Lab" hours in computer labs
Assist trainees with learning how to navigate computers, the internet, and personal digital devices
Use virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Google MeetsCreate and recover Gmail accountsCreate Indeed accountsLearn how to navigate Google Classroom for RWA online courses
Support clients in:
Job searching and filling out job applicationsFilling out housing applicationsFiling for unemployment benefitsCompleting RWA coursework in Google ClassroomPursuing training/educational classes outside of RWAMaking appointments and then obtaining and printing directionsNavigating online government agency portalsTracking down and requesting personal documentation (birth certificates, high school diplomas, court documentation, etc.)
Teacher’s Assistant - Support Workforce Development Classes
Computer Skills Class (priority)
Assist with in-person class facilitationAssist with online class orientation sessions
Educational courses (as needed)
TABE TestingAdult Basic Education ClassHigh School Equivalency Prep ClassEducation and Training Tutoring sessions
Monitor utilization of labs for virtual RWA trainingSupport Workforce Development team with administrative tasks
(20%)
Serve as a knowledgeable member of the Education and Training team who can:
Provide career, vocational, and educational counseling based on clients’ educational and professional qualifications as well as transferable skills.Complete Education and Training intakes with clients, engaging them in the proper workforce development programs and making referrals when necessary
Assist with Workforce Development team projects
ResearchCurriculum Development
Draft and record “How To” videos for the Workforce Development YouTube channelPosition Requirements:
High School DiplomaDesire and ability to work with RWA client baseMust be willing to travel to all residential facilities (locations in Bushwick, Harlem, and Bedstuy)Must be willing to work some evenings and SaturdaysHigh energy level and enthusiasm for the position, Self-motivatedMust possess computer skills, a command of: email, word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Google Platforms (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, Calendar), and Video Conferencing platforms (Zoom, Google Meets)Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and set priorities within a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal skills and the proven ability to synthesize and accurately present relevant informationAbility to adapt to and work effectively within a variety of situations and with various individuals and groups
Interested?
Submit your application for review.
Before you go, we want to assure you that we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of individuals who share our mission and who want to join us in working on the cutting-edge of important social issues.
We are an equal opportunity employer and we highly encourage applications from candidates regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.