We are seeking a resourceful, creative, progressive thinker and strong advocate who is very self diciplined.

Candidate must be a QP in developmental Disabilities with Bachelor's degree in a human service field and at least 2 years related expirience post college.

Excellent starting salary and benefits

Interested parties should send their resume and cover letter to Kiara Wilson

email: kwilson@arcnc.org, or fax to 704.568.7797

We have an immediate opening!!

Location: Charlotte, NC

Industry: Strategic Planning, Research and Training

Salary: $ 15.00/hr.

Requirements: At least 2 years expirience in customer service, computer proficient, Bachelor degree preferred, must be completely bilingual

Responsibilities: Interact with international clients over the phone, assist in the development of market research, provide service performance surveys to companies.

Please foward your resume to:

Carolina Pulido

Carolinapulido@earthlink.net

(704) 231-2059

Employer: Latin American Coalition

Job Description: The primary role of the Receptionist is two provide access to local and organizational services to clients.  The individual will have direct client contact and will be required to have knowledge and understanding of customer service. The Receptionist is responsible for the professional and efficient managing of clients, visitors, telephone calls and messages, as well as a variety of clerical duties that support mainly the Resource Center and the organization. Candidate must have a high school diploma, vocational training, job-related or course work in office systems technology, human services, and/or guest services. Fulltime position with benefits.

 Application Process: Please Submit Resume and Cover Letter by July 1^st, 2008 at 5:00PM.

Latin American Coalition
Attn: Maria del Pilar File-Muriel
Email: filemuriel@latinamericancoalition.org

 The Latin American Coalition is Charlotte’s oldest and largest Hispanic service agency, dedicated to serving Mecklenburg County’s 75,000 Hispanic families with the services that allow them to overcome language, economic, educational and cultural barriers while offering the wider community opportunities to learn about and connect with the Latino population. LAC’s mission is to promote full Hispanic participation in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region, by informing, educating and advocating for the Latin American community. The Latin American Coalition is an equal opportunity employer.

Join our progressive, multicultural, passionate team of professionals! The Latin American Coalition, Charlotte’s oldest and largest Hispanic service agency is seeking a Family Education Coordinator to oversee and implement the Smart Start funded program, Familias Fuertes, Futuro Feliz.  

The coordinator will work directly with Latino families and their children, ages 0-5 to provide a holistic and comprehensive family support service by offering effective, culturally sensitive parenting education and support.  The goal of this program is to engage Hispanic parents in the lives of their children ages 0-5, improving both the level of preparedness of Hispanic children entering the school system as well as the parent’s knowledge of their role as the child’s first and best educator.

The individual will be responsible to coordinate and participate in bi-weekly home visits, and parent training sessions.  The individual will also supervise (2) other part time outreach specialists.  The team will work closely with the Latin American Coalition staff to provide referrals to other in-house direct services or appropriate referrals to other agencies as needed.  Other duties include management and coordination of Developmental Assessment of the program, training and reporting activities.  The ideal candidate will be a skilled, bi-lingual communicator who can comfortably work one-on-one and in a group setting.  Supervisory skills are a must and the ability to conduct outreach activities.

The Latin American Coaltion promotes full Hispanic participation in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region, by informing, educating and advocating for the Latin American community.  The Familias Fuertes, Futuro Feliz is a program that is critical for the community.

Qualifications & Skills

ü  Passion for Latin American Coalition mission & vision

ü  Previous non-profit and/or program management and client management experience preferred.

ü  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university on early childhood education or related field.

ü  Minimum of three (3) years experience working in early childhood education or related field.

ü  Supervisory skills a must

ü  Minimum of (3) years of supervisory experience.

ü  Fluency Spanish and English; plus bicultural awareness.

ü  Experience of community services available preferred.

ü  Strong analytical and organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to plan/manage multiple tasks

ü  Must be highly motivated self-starter with ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal guidance as well as support staff in a team environment.

ü  Proficient in Microsoft applications and Internet research

ü  Ability to work with individuals of all backgrounds and education levels

ü  Excellent presentation and writing skills

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Please send resume and cover letter to Angeles Ortega-Moore: aortega@latinamericancoalition.org  

Closing date: 5pm on Friday, July 18^th