In the Community: December 15, 2014
A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
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ACEH was founded in Holland in 1999 and is committed to justice, equal opportunity, cross-cultural understanding, and appreciation for diversity. Members and friends work together through programs, outreach, advocacy, and social events to make West Michigan a place where all people are welcomed and respected. "In the Community" is also on the ACEH website.
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TODAY! Mon, Dec 15, noon to 2:30 pm: Holland/Zeeland Area College Students "Home for the Holidays." Fun, food, games, and giveaways. Bring an object or item that represents your culture or a family tradition at the holidays, AND bring a canned good item to donate to Community Action House. Hosted by Destination Education. At Holland Armory, 16 West 19th, Holland.
Sun, Dec 28, 4 pm: Community celebration of Kwanzaa: "Ujima: The Collective Work IS Our Responsibility" is the theme of this year's celebration. The community is invited. The celebration will include African drumming and dance, children's story telling, exhibits, and more. For information, please contact Rev. Denise Kingdom Grier at pastorofembracing@gmail.com At Maple Avenue Ministries, 427 Maple Ave, Holland.
Kwanzaa, a week-long (Dec. 26-Jan 1) celebration of family, community, and culture, is held in the United States and in the Western African Diaspora in other nations of the Americas. Using seven core principles, Kwanzaa honors African heritage in African-American culture. It was created by Maulana Karenga, and first celebrated in 1966–67.
Thurs, Jan 15, 2015, 11:30 am-1:30 pm: "I Don't See Color"...and Other Racial Myths in the U.S., presented by Alan Headbloom of Headbloom Cross-Cultural Communications, who takes an historical and linguistic approach to telling why this claim just isn't true. $30 includes lunch. Register at www.Eventbrite.com or at prfc-gr.org or send check to PRFC, 250 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids 49503. (616) 466-6187. Sponsored by Partners for a Racism-Free Community. At Dominican Center at Marywood, 2025 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids.
Thurs, Jan 15, 2015, 4:30 pm-6:30 pm: Soul Food Fest. $6 for community persons. At Hope College Phelps and Cook Dining Hall, 10th St between College and Columbia, Holland.
Mon, Jan 19, 2015, various times during the day: Student events to celebrate the life and dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King. For the first time, Holland Public Schools will close to mark the day, and students are invited to events hosted by Holland Human Relations Commission and Holland Youth Area Council. Elementary students: "The Fair Housing Five & the Haunted House," based on curriculum developed by the Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Center. Middle school students: Bullying prevention. More details in coming weeks. Pre-register at hrc@cityofholland.com or call (616) 355-1321; leave name, number of attendees, and a phone number where you can be reached.
---ACEH will host an event at Boys & Girls Club during the day on January 19, including a video about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. , followed by a panel and Q&A.
Jobs
Allegan County: Child-care workers, full-time and part-time ($16.04/hr with benefits or pro-rated benefits) and call-in workers ($14.22/hr, no benefits) for youth home-secure detention. High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree in social science or human services desirable. Complete job description and on-line application at www.allegancounty.org. Deadline is Fri, Dec 26.
---Deputy circuit court clerk: Full-time, $14.98/hr with benefits. High school graduate or equivalent. Complete job description and on-line application at www.allegancounty.org Deadline is Fri, Dec 26 at 4 pm.
Center for Women in Transition: Transitional housing coordinator, full-time. Supervises staff, interns, volunteers; establishes relationships with landlords and other housing providers; provides case management; advocates on behalf of clients; back-up coverage on crisis line; other. Must have bachelor's degree in social work or related field, master's degree preferred; minimum of 3 years' experience in nonprofit, education, or human service field; prior experience working on behalf of domestic violence/sexual assault survivors and/or homeless populations strongly desired. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. Send cover letter and resume to Program Director, 411 Butternut Dr, Holland 49424. Job was posted Dec. 1; no application deadline mentioned.
---Transitional housing advocate. Full-time, to provide services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, including crisis intervention, assessment, advocacy, home visits, and support group facilitation. Requires travel in Allegan and Ottawa counties; on-call rotation for evening/weekend crisis support. Requires bachelor's degree; bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred; experience working with diverse populations; knowledge of local resources desirable. Send resume and cover letter to Program Director, Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut Dr, Holland 49424. Deadline is Tues, Dec 30.
Holland Public Schools:
---Administrative assistant to the Director of School Improvement, full-time. Various assistant and clerical responsibilities, covering grants, compliance, curriculum documents, purchasing, meetings and trainings; other. Post-secondary education or business services background from approved college; minimum 3 years' experience in similar position; proficient in various technology platforms; accounting skills desirable. Apply online at www.hollandpublicschools.org by Tues, Dec 16.
Michigan Works! 7 employers on site Tues, Dec 16, at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154.
---Hillshire Brands, onsite 9 am-4 pm. 76 openings for various positions; starting pay $11.50/hr and up depending on position. Bring resume to event; complete online application. For more info or to complete application beforehand, go to www.hillshirebrands.com/careers
---Alliance Home Health Care, 10 am-2 pm. 21 positions for health aides, CNAs, LPNs, and RNs, in Holland, Zeeland, West Olive, Saugatuck, Grandville, Hudsonville. Bring resume, driver's license, references, and complete online application at event.
---Macatawa Area Express, 9 am-2 pm. 5 full-time bus drivers. Positions include paid CDL training and include full benefits, including health insurance. Bring resume and complete online application at event.
---MOKA Corporation, 10 am-1 pm. 5 mentors, who will provide training, assistance, and advocacy for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in employment, classroom, and community settings. Positions are first shift, part-time, and include training. Pre-register at www.moka.org/careers.html and reference job ID 182 before attending hiring event.
---Evergreen Commons, 10 am-noon and 1 pm-2 pm. 5 in-home aides to provide care for adults over 60, in their own home, who need help with activities of daily living; Ottawa and Allegan counties. No experience needed; training provided. Part-time, can be up to 29 hrs/wk. Bring copy of resume and references.
---Resthaven Care Community, 10 am-2 pm. 14 openings for CNAs, dietary aide, transitional care aide, home assistant, and resident assistant. Full-time and part-time jobs available. Bring resume and complete online application at event.
---Elwood Staffing, 9:30 am-2:30 pm. 25 openings for various production jobs. Bring resume to event.
