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INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
SUBMIT YOUR SUMMER SERVICE HOURS! Have you completed service hours this semester? Want to help FSU know how many students serve the community? Want to post service hours to your academic transcript? Participate in the ServScript Program! Service hours being accepted this summer 2014 semester are those completed between May 3 through August 1, 2014. Keep track of your hours throughout the semester using the ServScript form, and then submit your hours online (my.fsu.edu) by the deadline, Friday, August 1, by 11:59pm. Any hours completed after August 1st can be submitted for the fall semester. Have questions? Refer to the FAQ page, at thecenter.fsu.edu/ServScript-Program/FAQ. Step by step instructions for submitting hours can be found under question #1. Need further assistance? Email the Center at [email protected], or call (850) 644-3342, or stop by the Center for Leadership and Social Change.
SETH ROSSETTI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 2006, this memorial scholarship was created in memory of Seth Rossetti. The purpose of this scholarship is to support one undergraduate student who is presently or who was for a significant part of his/her life, the child of a single parent. This scholarship is available to all current FSU undergraduate students with a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average and all incoming FSU freshman with a minimum 3.0 high school cumulative grade point average. One recipient will receive a $1,000 scholarship ($500 in Fall 2014 and $500 in Spring 2015). The application deadline is Thursday, August 7, 2014. For more information and to apply, visit thecenter.fsu.edu/Rossetti.
CALHOUN COUNTY CHILDREN’S COALITION
The Calhoun County Children’s Coalition has a day planned for Calhoun County’s families – a giant slide, moon walk, trains, free food, drinks, and giveaway from over 25 agencies, businesses, churches, and organizations. Bags of school supplies will be available for all grades Pre-K through 12. The supplies are appropriate for each grade. Please consider a $1 donation per child for all of this and much more. The Coalition, with the assistance of partners, will be providing close to 1,000 bags of supplies for Calhoun County children to begin school this year. This event needs student volunteers on Saturday, August 2nd! The event will kick-off at 8:00am CDT and last until 11:00am CDT. Volunteers are needed to help with event prep on Friday, August 1st as well as volunteers to help at the actual event on Saturday. If you are interested in helping, please call Missy Lee, Community Liaison at Chipola Healthy Start Coalition, for details at (850) 482-1236.
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CHILDREN’S HOME SOCIETY The Children’s Home Society is doing a Back-to-School and Gift Card Drive now through August 8! Help make a difference in the lives of children today! Donations can be dropped off at the Center for Leadership & Social Change. For details, please contact Meghan Gitlin at (850) 219-4203 or [email protected]. The wish list includes gift cards (Wal-Mart, Target, department stores); 1” and 2” binders; backpacks; ballpoint pens; Band-Aids; calculators; crayons; colored pencils; composition books; construction paper; folders with pockets; glue sticks; hand sanitizer; highlighter markers; liquid soap; markers; notebook paper; pencils; pencil boxes; rulers; scissors; tissues; and Ziploc bags.
BACK-TO-SCHOOL DRIVE BACKPACK STUFFING On August 11, 12, and 13, there will be a Back-to-School Backpack stuffing at the Children’s Home Society of Florida, 1801 Miccosukee Commons Drive, Tallahassee, FL. You or your group can stop by anytime between 8:30am and 5:00pm. Everyone is welcome! Some of the volunteer duties include pack and sort donated school supplies into backpacks and to ease the disbursement process.
EARLY LEARNING COALITION The Early Learning Coalition will be hosting a 5K and 1 mile fun run on Saturday, October 18, 2014 and volunteer will be needed. More details will be coming soon! In the meantime, contact Molly Lord at [email protected].
FOSTER HOME MANAGEMENT’S ANNUAL SUPER SATURDAY
On August 23 from 9:00am to 3:30pm, Foster Home Management will be hosting their Annual Super Saturday at Fellowship Presbyterian Baptist Church, 3158 Shamrock Street South, Tallahassee, FL. There is a need for 20 volunteers from 9:00am to 1:00pm as well as 20 volunteers from 12:00pm to 3:30pm. Some of the volunteer duties include caring for children and assisting in areas throughout the event.
MYRON WELLNESS AND LEADERSHIP ACADEMY The Myron L. Rolle Foundation is hosting the 6th Annual Myron Rolle Wellness and Leadership Academy at Camp Blanding in Starke, FL from August 5 to August 8. The Academy is structured for 100 foster youth (boys and girls) to spend five days learning about Wellness and Leadership. There are both physical and educational activities and the youth are encouraged to do their best and push themselves to success despite the obstacles they are facing in their lives. Each year, the Academy needs about 50 mentors to volunteer to work with the youth. Mentors will stay at Camp Blanding at no expense and will be provided meals. The ideal volunteer is a young adult that works well with a group of youth who are dealing with tough, emotional times and needs someone who can be there and help guide them. Mentors are required to be willing to maintain an ongoing relationship with the youth they work with to continue to be a positive influence in their lives throughout the year. Mentors need to be at least 20 years old. If you have any questions, please contact Staci Smith at [email protected] or call (850) 559-2128.
CITY YEAR City Year is looking for young adults between the ages of 17 and 24 years to serve as tutors, mentors and role models. City Year unites people of all backgrounds for a year of full-time service and giving them the skills and opportunities to change the world. In communities across the U.S. and two international affiliates, these diverse young leaders help get students back on track to graduation by working to improve their attendance, behavior and course performance. IF accepted, you will be eligible for exclusive scholarships to dozens of colleges and universities; have access to an online career resource center and more; leadership training and development; project management and communication skills; and civic knowledge. The benefits include a living stipend, $5,645 AmeriCorps Education Award, federal student loan forbearance, health insurance, and more! To apply, click here. If you have questions, please email the Florida Recruitment Team at [email protected].
INTERNSHIP & PAID OPPORTUNITIES
FEDERAL WORK STUDY POSITIONS AT
THE CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP & SOCIAL CHANGE Public Relations/Marketing Assistant Duties include: · Assisting with tabling at promotional events · Writing copy for promotional materials for the Center · Editing content on the Center's website · Developing a social media marketing strategy · Compiling media and alumni contact database · Experience with AP Style is preferred If you are interested in this position, contact Nathan MacDonald by sending a resume to [email protected].
Graphic Designer This position will serve as a designer for one of the three Center clusters. Duties will include creating flyers, shirt designs, and other creative products for the cluster and will serve as a liaison between the marketing team and the cluster. This position will also work with a graphic design team to develop Center marketing materials. Experience with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign is expected. Applicants must provide a portfolio of their previous work. If you are interested in this position, contact Nathan MacDonald by sending a resume to [email protected].
Center Student Assistant: The Center Student Assistants (CSAs) are responsible for performing a wide variety of important tasks at the Center for Leadership & Social Change. This position will work specifically with the Identity Exploration Cluster within the Center. Duties include: assisting with cluster programs; research and training related to multiculturalism; identity and diversity awareness; organizing/cleaning spaces in the building (storage closets, work rooms, etc.); helping with other special projects; should be open to other perspectives as people do things differently; show sensitivity to differences; and educate self on topics related to diversity, privilege, oppression, multicultural and intercultural. Students should be able to work 8 to 10 hours/week, Monday through Friday, between 8:00am and 5:00pm. Applicants should possess the following: • Basic computer software/functions to do basic data entry • Reliable, responsible & takes the initiative • Communicates professionally verbally & in writing • Strong customer service skills & organizational skills • Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships • Basic understanding & appreciation of the Center & its mission • Basic research experience • Be aware of & keep your non-verbal communication appropriate
& professional at all times • Use you FSU email account for all work related tasks • Knowledge of office & telephone etiquette If you are interested in this position, contact Miguel Hernandez by sending a resume to [email protected].
Multimedia Assistant This position will serve as the videographer and/or photographer for Center events. This position will also shoot and produce a video series that will include both creative content and interviews with members of the Center. Experience with photo editing software such as Photoshop is expected along with knowledge of video production software. Owning own video equipment is a plus. Applicants must provide a portfolio of their previous work. If you are interested in this position, contact Nathan MacDonald by sending a resume to [email protected].
Center Finance/Administration Student Assistant: Student Assistant position in the Finance/Administration cluster at CLSC is available. Student must have been awarded Federal Work Study and should be able to work 8 to 10 hours/week, preferably working 1.5-2 hours a day, Monday through Friday. Student must have a valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance, and a good driving record. (Driver’s history will be processed before offer is made.) Duties may include: • Basic office duties: filing, making copies, organizing spaces & other
duties as needed • Running department errands on & off campus • Reception desk coverage when needed – must be comfortable
answering phones & helping students/visitors to CLSC • Helpful, pleasant & willing attitude desired If you are interested in this position, contact Alison Slusarczyk by sending a resume to [email protected].
Center Operations Assistant: Center Operations Assistants (COAs) are responsible for preforming a wide variety of important tasks at the Center for Leadership & Social Change such as assisting with the daily operations and upkeep of the Center. Duties include: maintaining the department’s fleet of vans (filling with gas, replenishing forms, data entry of mileage logs, transporting to/from the repair shop, etc.); organizing/cleaning spaces in the building (storage closets, work rooms, etc.); and helping with other special projects. COAs will have the opportunity to cover the front desk as needed (answering phones and assisting visitors who come in seeking information or services). Students should be able to work 8 to 10 hours/week, Monday through Friday. Applicants should possess the following: • Basic computer software/functions to do basic data entry • Reliable, responsible & takes the initiative • Communication skills, verbal & written • Strong customer service skills & organizational skills • Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships • Basic understanding & appreciation of the Center & its mission • Should have a valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance & good
driving record • Organizational skills to do basic data entry & filing tasks • Knowledge of office & telephone etiquette Contact Heather Stitely by sending a resume to [email protected] if you are interested in this position.
LEGAL SERVICES OF NORTH FLORIDA Legal Services of North Florida is looking to hire for a part time position to assist family law attorneys with drafting pleadings, filing legal documents and various other duties in our Tallahassee Office. Applicants should be skilled typists, have excellent grammatical skills and computer skills. Salary is $10 - $12 hourly which is negotiable depending on experience. Please go to www.lsnf.org to obtain an application or you can request one by sending an email to [email protected] or by calling (850) 701-3310. Applicants who do not submit a completed Legal Services of North Florida employment application will not be considered for the position. Send application with resume and cover letter to [email protected] or mail to Human Resources Department, Attn: Karen Church, Legal Services of North Florida, 2119 Delta Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida, 32303 or fax to (850) 205-6540. Legal Services of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SUMMER OF SERVICE AWARD Youth Service America is offering a grant to young people who are creating lasting, positive change through volunteer and community service projects. Applicants must be between the ages of 5 and 18 in order to be eligible. Winners will receive a $1,000 award to help continue to make a lasting, positive change in the world through ongoing, youth-led projects that highlight the creativity and commitment of young people involved in volunteering. The deadline is July 31st, 2014. Please visit www.ysa.org/beinspired. If you have any questions, please contact Marcia Salmon at [email protected] or (239) 292-1291.
AMERICAN RED CROSS: COMMUNITY OUTREACH INTERN
The Capital Area Chapter Outreach Intern will manage and facilitate Chapter community outreach, as well as community disaster education, to increase disaster preparedness knowledge and promote a stronger American Red Cross presence within our 8 county regions of the Big Bend – Leon, Gadsden, Wakulla, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Jefferson. This internship is a minimum of 1 year (Fall/Spring), a minimum time commitment of 15 hours per week, and the availability to start earlier if desired. The intern will gain hands on experience with non-profit program development, opportunity to learn and experience volunteer management, and valuable networking. Potential majors that are applicable to this position are marketing, customer service, and public relations. Responsibilities: • Respond as the main point of contact for outreach event requests
and invitations • Research possible outreach opportunities within 8 county regions • Contact schools, churches and other applicable organizations to
inform of Red Cross community disaster education – Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness presentations, Citizen CPR, Fire Weather House and Scrubby Bear
• Recruit volunteers to participate in outreach and/or community disaster education
• Submit outreach and community disaster education monthly reports to Disaster Specialist
Expectations: • Support the mission and values of the American Red Cross • Maintain office hours at Capital Area Chapter office (at least 15
hours a week) • Be reliable, arrive on time and be sure to notify Supervisor of any
changes • Meet with Disaster Specialist and Volunteer Coordinator on a
monthly basis for outreach updates Qualifications: • Registered American Red Cross volunteer (or plan to become
registered volunteer) • Must have excellent customer service and communication skills • Must be detail oriented and organized • Maintain strong degree of professionalism with peers and
community • Be charismatic and enthusiastic For more information, please contact Carla Juarez at (850) 402-5610 [email protected]. To apply, please email your resume and application to Carla Juarez.
LEON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY The Leon Country Humane Society has a new internship opportunity available for Marketing/Communications majors. The deadline to apply is Friday, August 1. The intern will assist with the social media marketing and fundraising efforts.
As an intern, you are expected to have experience with social media on (at least) a personal level (use on a business/non-profit level preferred). You will have the opportunity to think strategically and see how social media fits into a non-profit marketing strategy and works to build long-lasting relationships with supporters. Interns will be part of formulating and implementing social media plans. A writing sample is required for this internship. The Social Media and Marketing Intern will be expected to work 10-20 hours per week, days and times are flexible between 10:00am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays required. Some training is provided by the Leon County Humane Society and applicants must be at least 18 years of age. You must have knowledge of digital medial software (Adobe Creative Suite or other graphic design software, etc. is preferred) and video editing software (iMovie, Final Cut, etc. is a plus). Candidates with their own laptop are preferred. Interns are expected to start just before the fall semester. If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Manzer at [email protected] or call her at (850) 224-9193.
Whole Child Leon, a non-profit organization committed to connecting families with service providers and all sectors of our society whose activities impact the lives of children and families, is seeking 2- 3 interns for the fall semester. The students will be supervised by Executive Director, Courtney Atkins, MA. Students may have a flexible schedule as long as they meet with WCL staff one day per week to receive assignments and communicate progress. Students interested in these internships need to be proficient in computer technology and writing skills. The agency produces an electronic monthly newsletter and provides regular articles to the Tallahassee Democrat. It also has need for signage and brochures for special projects. For more information about WCL, visit www.wholechildleon.org. For more information about the internships, contact Courtney at (850) 487-7316 or [email protected].
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