‘Not bold enough’: Kensington muralist uses studio as home base for building community, reducing stigma
Vizion Gallery on Kensington Avenue offers artists a place to practice, vend and find community.
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Actualizado: 06/08/21
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Taller Puertorriqueño
Reporting to Education Director, the Youth Artist Program Manager & Instructor is responsible for developing, delivering, and coordinating Taller Puertorriqueño’s (Taller) Youth Artist Program (YAP), a visual arts training program with a strong Puerto Rican/Latin American cultural component in accordance with the mission and educational philosophy of the agency. In addition, this position supports the operations of Taller’s Julia de Burgos Gift Shop (Gift Shop) as a substitute store attendant on an as-needed basis.
Qualifications:
Pay rate: Minimum wage is $13.50 per hour and maximum wage $14.87 per hour.
For more information, click here. Send letter of interest, recommendation letter, and resume to Carmen Febo at cfebo@tallerpr.org by August 20.
Kismet Bagels
Kismet Bagels is looking for additional bakers. A typical day involves boiling, seasoning, baking bagels and bagging them up to send to wholesale partners.
At least one year of previous baking experience is preferred. Full-time and part-time positions are available.
Pay rate: $15 per hour
Learn more about this position and apply here.
Kismet Bagels
Kismet Bagels is looking for a Lead Baker for Evening Bakes, which are primarily for Wholesale Bagels that get sent to a variety of Stores/Cafes/Delivery Service Businesses. This position involves boiling, baking, seasoning and bagging bagels as well as organizing crates and invoices to be delivered.
A lead baker is responsible for having knowledge of all aspects of the operation, as well as training, being the point person for all decisions, and keeping the train moving.
The schedule currently is Wednesday through Saturday evenings, typically ending a shift around 11 p.m./12 a.m.
Pay rate: $20 per hour
Learn more about this position and apply here.
Kismet Bagels
Kismet Bagels is looking for additional dough makers. A typical day starts at 3 am mixing, processing and shaping the bagels. Occasionally, the morning crew bakes fresh bagels for farmers markets and events, so you can see the entire process of making a perfect bagel.
At least one year of previous baking experience is preferred. Full-time and part-time positions are available.
Pay rate: $15 per hour
Learn more about this position and apply here.
COMHAR
COMHAR’s Community Residential Rehabilitation Services (CRRS), located in the Kensington section of North Philadelphia, are a homelike environment providing clients with the maximum possible opportunity for independence and self-determination within a structured living situation. COMHAR’s CRRS is now looking for Residential Counselor II who will be responsible for the supervision and required case management of CRRS clients while in residence at the site. Be knowledgeable of current CRRS regulations and follow them in the program. Multiple shifts are available.
For more information, click here.
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC)
NKCDC is searching for an individual to work with the Economic Development team to improve commercial corridors through cleaning and education, serving as an ambassador for commercial corridors within the Kensington, Fishtown and Port Richmond areas; interacting with business and property owners, providing manual cleaning services, servicing public trash cans and street furniture maintenance.
Pay rate: $15 per hour, 35 hours a week.
Benefits: HMO health plan, long- and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation and 403 (b) retirement plan.
For more information, click here. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Severa Kata, Human Resources Director, at HR@nkcdc.org, with “Corridor Steward” in the subject line or fill out and return this form. Paper applications are available as well at NKCDC, 2771 Ruth St, Suite 1.
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC)
NKCDC is searching for an individual to assist NKCDC’s efforts generally and the Real Estate & Economic Development Director in particular to improve the community’s economic condition, including neighborhood redevelopment efforts, planning, communication, outreach and business attraction.
Some responsibilities include the following:
Candidates must have 3 to 4 years work experience dealing with the public in a relevant field (e.g. economic/community development, city planning, business development, public administration) required; BA in relevant field a plus, but not required.
Salary: $1,107.58 per week
Benefits: HMO health plan, long- and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, and 403(b) retirement plan. For more information, click here. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Severa Kata, Human Resources Director, at HR@nkcdc.org, with “[YOUR NAME] Commercial Corridor Manager Application” in the subject line.
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC)
NKCDC is searching for an individual to work with the Economic Development, Housing Services, and Community Engagement departments of NKCDC and combines two distinct functions. The first is small business assistance in close collaboration with two Commercial Corridor Managers. The second is “Healthy Housing,” in particular connecting neighborhood residents to home repair services through Rebuilding Together Philadelphia.
Some responsibilities include the following:
Salary: $923.08 per week
Benefits: HMO health plan, long- and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, and 403(b) retirement plan. For more information, click here. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Severa Kata, Human Resources Director, at HR@nkcdc.org, with “[YOUR NAME] Economic Development & Housing Resilience Coordinator Application” in the subject line.
Impact Services – Careerlink Philadelphia
Impact Services’ PA Careerlink Philadelphia center is searching for a Job Matcher. The Job Matcher will serve as a career navigator for customers who have been determined work ready to manage and support their efforts to secure employment in an occupation of interest.
Qualifications:
You can learn more about this role and apply here.
Kensington Soccer Club
Kensington Soccer Club is looking for a coach for their after-school program. The schedule depends on how many sites you coach. Each site is at least two days a week, usually from 3:30 to 5pm with the possibility of Saturday and evening sessions for some coaches. Kensington Soccer Club has 20 sites, with different schedules so a site can be found to fit your schedule.
Their curriculum is Soccer For Success, which incorporates health/nutrition education, anti-violence components, and mentorship along with fun soccer activities designed to build skills and teamwork.
Pay varies with experience level.
To apply, email your resume and cover letter to employment@kensingtonsoccer.org
Franny Lou’s Porch
Franny Lou’s is currently accepting applications on a rolling basis for a manager until the role is fulfilled. Requirements for this position include access to reliable transportation, phone, and email. The job candidate must have strong communication skills, be proactive and responsive to store needs to ensure smooth management, and preferably bilingual. Start date ASAP.
Job days: Manager schedule typically 8-4 p.m. with a break from Monday through Sunday (based on 4-5 day work week)
Pay rate and benefits: $15 per hour for 30-40 hours per week (some combination of floor shifts and managerial days). Benefits include health care stipend, FLP profit share program, tip pool, 1099 and direct deposit options available.
To apply, send a copy of your resume to Franny Lou’s co-owner Chantelle (chantelle.frannylous@gmail.com) and fill out the application here. You will be contacted to schedule an initial interview once your completed application is received.
Norris Square Community Alliance (NSCA)
NSCA is currently hiring Early Head Start/Head Start teachers for children between the ages of 4 and 5 years old. They are an Equal Opportunity Employer. NSCA provides paid holidays including winter and spring break, free professional development, summers off (preschool only), a dual language immersion program, a state-approved curriculum on a Puerto Rican platform (English/Spanish), opportunities for growth, and immersion in Puerto Rican culture. They are NAEYC Accredited.
Qualifications:
For more information, call (215) 634-2251 and apply here.
Esperanza Health Center has multiple full-time and part-time job opportunities available, from Social Services Consultant to Dental Assistant. You can view a full list of available positions, here.
Kismet Bagels
Kismet Bagels is looking for additional bakers. A typical day involves boiling, seasoning, baking bagels and bagging them up to send to wholesale partners.
At least one year of previous baking experience is preferred. Full-time and part-time positions are available.
Pay rate: $15 per hour
Learn more about this position and apply here.
Kismet Bagels
Kismet Bagels is looking for additional dough makers. A typical day starts at 3 am mixing, processing and shaping the bagels. Occasionally, the morning crew bakes fresh bagels for farmers markets and events, so you can see the entire process of making a perfect bagel.
At least one year of previous baking experience is preferred. Full-time and part-time positions are available.
Pay rate: $15 per hour
Learn more about this position and apply here.
Kensington Soccer Club (KSC)
Kensington Soccer Club is seeking a bookkeeper to improve their existing systems and then manage all day-to-day financial work of the organization.
Responsibilities:
Pay rate: $15 to $25 per hour
For more information, click here and to apply email your resume and cover letter to admin@kensingtonsoccer.org.
Congreso
Part Time Group Facilitators are responsible for working with their supervisors to develop and implement lesson plans for elementary, middle or high school aged youth. Lesson plans will concentrate on language arts, math, science, political science, health, arts, recreation, and life skills. Group Facilitators are responsible for facilitating classes, and helping program participants with homework.
Requirements:
You can learn more about this position and apply, here.
Philly Community Wireless (PCW)
PCW is looking for a bilingual community liaison to assist in coordination with the Norris Square neighborhood, to help build a community wifi network through funding from the Digital Literacy Alliance at the Mayor’s Fund for Philadelphia. Candidates are expected to be residents of Kensington, ideally Norris Square, and are familiar with local community organizations. Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to phillycommunitywireless@gmail.com (Job listing states that the application deadline is April 15, but PCW is still accepting applications).
Requirements:
You can learn more about this position, here.
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC)
NKCDC is searching for an individual to work with the Economic Development team to improve commercial corridors through cleaning and education, serving as an ambassador for commercial corridors within the Kensington, Fishtown and Port Richmond areas; interacting with business and property owners, providing manual cleaning services, servicing public trash cans and street furniture maintenance.
Pay rate: per diem at $105 for a 7 hour work day with one-hour unpaid lunch break
Job dates: rotating schedule not to exceed 3 days in any given work week, Monday- Saturday 9am to 5pm, through September 30, 2021.
For more information, click here. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Severa Kata, Human Resources Director, at HR@nkcdc.org, with “Corridor Steward” in the subject line or fill out and return this form. Paper applications are available as well at NKCDC, 2771 Ruth St, Suite 1.
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC)
NKCDC is searching for an individual to work with the Economic Development team to improve commercial corridors through cleaning and education, serving as an ambassador for commercial corridors within the Kensington, Fishtown and Port Richmond areas; interacting with business and property owners, providing manual cleaning services, servicing public trash cans and street furniture maintenance.
Pay rate: $15 per hour, 35 hours a week
Job dates: Through September 30, 2021.
For more information, click here. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Severa Kata, Human Resources Director, at HR@nkcdc.org, with “Corridor Steward” in the subject line or fill out and return this form. Paper applications are available as well at NKCDC, 2771 Ruth St, Suite 1.
Kensington Soccer Club (KSC)
Kensington Soccer Club is seeking enthusiastic individuals, with a passion for soccer and a desire to help their community, to join their team as a Community-Based Soccer Coach.
Responsibilities:
Pay rate:
You can learn more about the position here. To apply, send your resume and cover letter to admin@kensingtonsoccer.org.
Impact Services
The Outreach Driver supports the EARN Program through compliance management, assisting in the maximization of efficient and effective service delivery to EARN customers. Duties include, but are not limited to, reviewing time and attendance, quality review and completion of relevant data forms, and communicating compliance related information to Workforce Advisors. Compliance Specialists work closely with Workforce Advisors and the Data Team to ensure clear communication between departments for timely follow-up and outreach.
This is an entry level position. The ideal applicant would need to have a high school diploma or equivalent.
You can learn more about the position and apply here.
Norris Square Community Alliance (NSCA)
NSCA is hiring group leaders for their summer camp program. It is a temporary, full-time position. This position will be responsible for providing a safe and fun learning environment for students and implement NSCA’s enrichment activities for the summer program.
Qualifications:
Pay rate: $15 per hour
Job dates: June 28 to August 6, 2021
You can learn more about this position here. Interested applicants can submit a resume to hr@ncaphila.org or apply through Indeed.
YNOT Peacemakers & Urban Creators
YNOT Peacemakers is a community youth development initiative to advance racial equity, harm reduction, and overdose prevention in high-risk neighborhoods of North Philadelphia zip codes 19132 and 19133. The program tackles three main areas.
ABCD of Harm Reduction:
Service Learning
Social Entrepreneurship:
YNOT Peacemakers are currently looking for interns between the ages of 15 to 24. The ideal candidate is a young person who has used drugs or has a past or present relationship with someone such as a friend, parent/caregiver, sibling, or other family members who use drugs.
To get involved, reach out to Urban Creators by calling 215-835-3224.
Pay rate: $9/10 per hour, for 12 hours per week, for 8-16 weeks.
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation (PPR)
PPR is currently hiring a seasonal maintenance attendant for a 6-month position to maintain and improve McPherson Square Park. Tasks include the following:
A standard workday includes a 30-minute lunch. Discuss best work days and times with your supervisor. Your district supervisor may change your schedule if needed. By accepting this SMA position, you have agreed to work the occasional weekend days. Park SMAs still have to report to work on a rainy day. In the case of extreme weather, your supervisor will assign you to a different location.
Pay rate: $13.75 per hour, 20 hours a week
To learn more and apply, email Meghan.Geiser@phila.gov or call (215) 490-3700.
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation (PPR)
PPR is hiring dozens of lifeguards for the summer as pools will reopen this year. To be considered for a position, you must pass a lifeguard screening given by a water safety instructor. You must be 15 years or older to attend a Parks & Rec lifeguard screening but you must be 16 years or older to work as a lifeguard for the City of Philadelphia.
Screening is free of charge. The lifeguard training course fees are:
Lifeguards ages 25+ who get a job at a Parks & Rec pool:
Lifeguards ages 16–24 who get a job at a Parks & Rec pool:
Pay rate: Starting salary for all Parks & Rec lifeguards is $14.75 per hour, with a salary cap of $16.97 per hour.
To learn more about certification, click here. For more information, contact Katie Ann Wimsey at Katie.A.Wimsey@phila.gov or by calling (215) 683-3663.
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