Employment Opportunities
All positions are open until filled.
The Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence is currently seeking candidates to join our diverse staff in the following positions:
Program Description:
The Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) of the Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence (ATASK) is a project designed to engage teens in addressing issues of dating and domestic violence through education, leadership skills, community organizing, and awareness building. The mission of YEP is to provide a safe space for teens to talk about issues pertaining to the realities of being a young adult in today’s world. The goal of the program is to empower teens to be able to address issues of domestic violence within their perspective communities and to become agents of change.
Throughout this program, teen leaders will learn about dating violence, healthy relationships, violence prevention, community engagement, Asian American history and identity, stereotypes, "isms" such as racism and other oppressions. Participants of the program will gain new skills in communication, peer leadership, community outreach, networking, advocacy, conflict resolution, and a strong knowledge of how to form healthy relationships. The Youth Empowerment Project after-school program exists to empower teens to be leaders in their own communities and schools in spreading awareness about domestic violence, domestic violence causes, and other related issues.
Position Hours:
from November 28, 2011 to May 11, 2012
Monday - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Thursday - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
*Hours change depending on projects, campaigns, community events, and field trips not scheduled on Tuesday or Thursday.
Responsibilities:
The Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) of the Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence (ATASK) is a project designed to engage teens in addressing issues of dating and domestic violence through education, leadership skills, community organizing, and awareness building. The mission of YEP is to provide a safe space for teens to talk about issues pertaining to the realities of being a young adult in today’s world. The goal of the program is to empower teens to be able to address issues of domestic violence within their perspective communities and to become agents of change.
Throughout this program, teen leaders will learn about dating violence, healthy relationships, violence prevention, community engagement, Asian American history and identity, stereotypes, "isms" such as racism and other oppressions. Participants of the program will gain new skills in communication, peer leadership, community outreach, networking, advocacy, conflict resolution, and a strong knowledge of how to form healthy relationships. The Youth Empowerment Project after-school program exists to empower teens to be leaders in their own communities and schools in spreading awareness about domestic violence, domestic violence causes, and other related issues.
Position Hours:
from November 28, 2011 to May 11, 2012
Monday - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Thursday - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
*Hours change depending on projects, campaigns, community events, and field trips not scheduled on Tuesday or Thursday.
Responsibilities:
- Develop an open mind to learning & understanding the issue of violence in your perspective communities, its causes, and the tools in which to prevent & end it
- Attend all training sessions
- Create & implement individual/group projects towards ending dating/domestic violence in your perspective communities
- Assist in outreaching to Asian American communities
- Attend regular supervision meetings with the Youth Education Coordinator (Danny Ho)
- Notify the Youth Education Coordinator (Danny Ho) of absences or tardiness
- Participate in program evaluations
- Assist in other anti-violence projects
- Other related duties as needed
How to apply:
This position if for 15 to 18 year olds that live in Boston. If you would like to apply, please download and fill out this application and then contact:
Danny Ho
dho@atask.org
617-338-2350 x229
Division/Department: Community Based Services (CBS) - Lowell
Reports to: Program Manager, Asian Shelter and Advocacy Program
Summary: Provides victim advocacy to Asian battered women and their children in the Greater Lowell area and across Massachusetts as needed. Works as a team member of ATASK to provide comprehensive services to the Cambodian community. Provides a broad range of advocacy and stabilization services, based on each victim’s or family’s needs by performing the following duties
Duties and Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and other abilities:
FAX or email your resume and cover letter to:
Sujata Ghosh, MSc, MSW
Program Manager, Asian Shelter and Advocacy Program
ATFADV
P.O. Box 120108
Boston, MA 02112
Fax: (617) 338-2354
Email: sujata@atask.org
Salary will commensurate with education and experience. The Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Reports to: Program Manager, Asian Shelter and Advocacy Program
Summary: Provides victim advocacy to Asian battered women and their children in the Greater Lowell area and across Massachusetts as needed. Works as a team member of ATASK to provide comprehensive services to the Cambodian community. Provides a broad range of advocacy and stabilization services, based on each victim’s or family’s needs by performing the following duties
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist battered Asian victims - define, prioritize and address their needs regarding housing, legal, medical, childcare and welfare issues.
- Advocate and interpret for victims with various instructions to meet their needs to include advocating at courts, the welfare and housing offices and other shelters.
- Screen potential clients for intake and arranges to meet with incoming guests.
- Meet regularly with clients to give support and informal counseling.
- Regularly update and maintain client files, client case notes and client database.
- Work with other staff to provide support, empowerment and skills training to adult DV survivors and their children.
- Report regularly at staff meetings and trainings.
- Participate in the Silk Road Gala and other fundraising events as required.
- Actively participate and engage in meetings with Clinical Supervisor
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- College degree required. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field preferred
- 2-4 years of work experience in DV or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience in human services field
- CPR/ First Aid Certification highly desirable
Knowledge, Skills and other abilities:
- Must be very fluent in English (in reading, writing and speaking)
- Must be fluent in speaking in Khmer (preferably in reading and writing as well)
- Working knowledge of MS Office suite
- Strong intrapersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Self starter and self motivated with attention to detail
- Ability to handle stress and meet work deadlines
- Commitment to ATASK’s mission of eradicating domestic violence and strengthening Asian communities
FAX or email your resume and cover letter to:
Sujata Ghosh, MSc, MSW
Program Manager, Asian Shelter and Advocacy Program
ATFADV
P.O. Box 120108
Boston, MA 02112
Fax: (617) 338-2354
Email: sujata@atask.org
Salary will commensurate with education and experience. The Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
