JOB OPPORTUNITIES (Download job application here)

AmeriCorps HCOP 9th/10th Grade Program Coordinator
The HCOP 9th/10th Grade Program Coordinator (PC) will coordinate & deliver our health careers exploration & high school success program to 9th & 10th grade students at five Willamette Valley high schools. Program activities include after-school academic support workshops, academic advising, & field studies to colleges & health organizations. The PC will also recruit & support volunteer health professionals to share their career paths with youth. Additionally, the PC will collaborate with OHCC staff to coordinate and act as the Lead Mentor in our academic summer program for high school seniors. Click here for a full position announcement and application instructions.

AmeriCorps Program Developer
Our partner, the Coalition of Community Health Clinics (CCHC) is a nonprofit network of 13 safety net clinics serving low income and uninsured people in Portland, Oregon. They are currently hiring a position responsible for providing staff support and advising the development of a new AmeriCorps Program to support community health clinics. The program, to be operated by the Oregon Health Career Center, will provide a range of services that increase the quality and access of health care for low and moderate income Oregonians. This temporary position is half-time for 8 months and will report to the CCHC Executive Director. For additional information and application instructions please visit http://www.coalitionclinics.org/employment.html.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES (Download volunteer application here)

A.K.A. Science Kit Building
This opportunity occurs three times per year and lasts about one week in October, January, and March. Volunteers from various organizations help assemble science kits for our after school science program.

Duties Include: Counting and sorting supplies, assembling kits, following directions from the Program Coordinator, and having fun!
Time Commitment: Hours are flexible; organizations can choose to serve anywhere from 3 to 20+ hours during the week.
Benefits: Organizations earn $10.00 per kit assembled; OHCC typically builds 75-80 kits per term.
Contact: Amanda-Fan Johansen at 503-682-1300 ext. 106 or ajohansen@ohcc.org

A.K.A. Science Class Leaders
Duties Include: Lead a one-hour A.K.A. Science class one afternoon per week for eight weeks in a Portland area school. Attend a 5 hour training session held by OHCC.
Benefits: Class Leaders play an active role in fostering a love of science among school-aged children. Academic credit is offered through Portland State University or Pacific University. Professional Development Units are also available. $160 stipend available.
Requirements: We look for individuals who are passionate about science education. Prior experience working with school-aged children is highly preferred. A background in science is not necessary.
Contact: Amanda-Fan Johansen at 503-682-1300 ext. 106 or ajohansen@ohcc.org
To apply: Resumes are accepted until all positions are filled. Please submit your Volunteer Application and resume via email or fax to 503-682-1311. Click here for a complete position description.