Development Manager
Connections Work is our community’s leader in reentry programming. We believe in the value of every individual and the power of hope and opportunity for positive change. We foster a culture of psychological safety, accountability, and collaboration, ensuring that every team member contributes to our mission and vision. Our culture-focused team is searching for a:DEVELOPMENT MANAGER The Development Manager will lead our agency's development and community outreach efforts, manage fundraising activities, and
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Career Fair Volunteers
Connections Work holds two fairs a year that allow individuals with criminal records to network with second-chance employers. Many volunteers are needed to provide support and job readiness assistance to our job seekers, including assistance with filling out job applications, mock interviews, and general job readiness coaching. Commitment: Dates of the event vary; fairs are typically held in February and October, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Requirements: No clearances are required. Preferred background in human
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R3 Mock Interview Volunteer
Task: Connections Work provides Mock Interviews training/practice with each R3 cohort at our office at 19 N. 6th Street, 4th Floor, Reading. Volunteers are given an interview question sheet and a rubric to practice interviews with the clients and provide constructive feedback. Commitment: Mock interviews occur approximately every 10 weeks. Volunteers sign up for dates in advance; 2-3-hour timeframe. Requirements: No clearances are required. Preferred background in human resources or interview skills.
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Pardon Project of Berks County - Pardon Coach
The Pardon Project of Berks County helps eligible individuals with the pardon application process. This is a LIFE-CHANGING volunteer position. Pardon Coaches are trained to recognize the Board of Pardons' consideration factors and can help individuals submit their best possible pardon application. Often, the success of the application is in the two essay portions of the application: Explain the incident and their involvement and share their story since their sentence ended. How have they changed, what
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Mother's/Father's Voice Program Volunteer
The Mother's/Father's Voice Program allows incarcerated mothers and fathers of young children to record a story on a video. The child receives the video and book as a gift from their parent. The child can then watch the video of his/her parent reading while following along in the book. Birthday and holiday cards may also be included to celebrate milestones in their child's life. This provides a sense of closeness between the parent and the child that would otherwise not be possible and promotes the
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