various positions, Lutheran Settlement House

Posted by on November 07, 2011

Lutheran Settlement House

Founded in 1902, Lutheran Settlement House (LSH) is a non-profit, community-based organization, committed to providing comprehensive services to vulnerable children, adults, and families living in inner city Philadelphia.  LSH integrates social, educational and advocacy services through the provision of the following programs: Bilingual Domestic Violence Program (BDVP), Community Education & Employment Department (CEED), Jane Addams Place Homeless Services, and LSH Senior Center and Services.

http://www.lutheransettlement.org

Lutheran Settlement House is seeking to fill the following positions:

•    On-Call Cook –Jane Addams Place
Under the supervision of the Head Cook, the On-Call Cook is responsible for the meal preparation, serving, and cleans up as assigned.  Current Serve Safe certificate required.  Ability to work in a kitchen operated according to the regulations of the Philadelphia Department of Health.  Must have ability to observe and practice all kitchen and food handling and serving safety procedures.  Ability to relate to families in an urban setting and have the ability to work any shift.  Desire to work in a homeless servicing agency.

•    On-Call/Part-time Weekend Resident Advisors – Jane Addams Place
Under the supervision of the Director, the On-Call Part-time Residential Advisor is responsible for the orderliness and safety of the shelter program and residents, maintenance of the facility, and provision of safe, clean and hospitable residential services for homeless families.  Good interpersonal skills, flexibility and ability to relate to the needs of homeless individuals.  Experience in shelter services, and/or bilingual English-Spanish a plus.

•    Administrative Coordinator – Jane Addams Place
Under the supervision of the Director, the Administrative Coordinator is providing support for the LSH/Jane Adams Place family service programs.  Maintains records and files and ensures that the office facility equipment is properly maintained and information management (database, filing information retrieval). Typing 50 WPM, excellent interpersonal skills required, as well as good organizational, verbal and written communication skills.  Desire to work in a homeless servicing agency.

•    Part-time Development and Public Relations Coordinator – LSH Main Site
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Part-time Development and Public Relations Coordinator will be responsible for media and public relations, community outreach and engagement, event planning, and publications in both print and web-based formats.  Will also, assist with individual donor cultivation; including maintenance of the donor database, as well as some grant writing. Will work with the Executive Director and Development Manager and will assist with volunteer recruitment and management as part of the agency volunteer team. Experience with using social media for non-profit marketing and outreach is preferred.

•    Community/Senior Hunger Intern – LSH Main Site
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Community/Senior Hunger Intern will be responsible for creating a strategic plan for seniors to develop healthier choices with fresh fruits and vegetables and provide healthier food options in food pantry, served meal program and work to expand LSH’s community Food Cupboard.

LSH offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.  If interested and in need of more information pertaining to specific position please contact Lila Brunson at 215-426-8610 extension 213.  For immediate consideration, please send resume and cover letter detailing your interest and relevant experience along with salary requirements to: Lila Brunson, Human Resources Manager, Lutheran Settlement House, 1340 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125, Or: Fax: 215-426-2157, Email: lbrunson@lutheransettlement.org