Job Description

Chicago Jobs with Justice

Organizer

Based in Illinois
(hybrid)

Chicago Jobs with Justice (CJWJ) is dedicated to prioritizing people over profit, combating corporate greed, and fostering worker solidarity. The organization is dedicated to empowering vulnerable and hardly reached workers by providing comprehensive occupational safety and health training. Our mission is to bridge the educational gaps among existing vulnerable workers, particularly those who are low-income, predominantly Spanish-speaking, and low-literacy.

Position: Organizer
Organization: Chicago Jobs with Justice
Location: Illinois (Hybrid)
Reports to: Organizing Director
Status: Full-Time

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Organizer to assist in a project aimed at conducting a comprehensive needs assessment across Illinois and delivering worker health and safety training. The Organizer will identify the training needs of vulnerable, hardly reached workers, primarily those who are Spanish-speaking. Following the needs assessment, the Organizer will assist in developing and adapting training materials tailored to the identified needs and conduct training sessions for the targeted workers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a detailed needs assessment in Illinois to determine the occupational safety and health training needs of vulnerable workers.
• Utilize surveys, direct conversations, and outreach methods, such as attending resource fairs, canvassing local organizations, and leveraging social media, to gather data.
• Adapt and develop training materials based on the findings of the needs assessment.
• Ensure that training materials are bilingual (English and Spanish) and compliant with OSHA standards.
• Create accessible and inclusive training content suitable for adult learners, particularly those with low literacy.
• Conduct training sessions for targeted workers on topics including OSHA regulations, worker health and safety rights, and employer responsibilities.
• Use participatory teaching methods such as role-playing, workplace hazard mapping, and group breakouts to engage trainees.
• Ensure that training sessions are community-based, easily accessible, and welcoming.
• Organize and attend resource fairs, canvass local organizations and faith groups, and utilize social media to recruit trainees and engage with the community.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, faith-based organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and implement outreach strategies to effectively reach low-income, predominantly Spanish-speaking workers.
• Conduct pre- and post-training assessments to measure the effectiveness of training sessions.
• Collect and document feedback from trainees to improve training content and delivery.
• Maintain accurate records for OSHA monitoring purposes and comply with all reporting requirements.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Political Science, or a related experience.
• Proven experience in community organizing, particularly with vulnerable and hardly reached populations.
• Experience in canvassing and using social media for outreach and engagement.
• Experience working with adult learners and conducting training sessions.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and worker health and safety rights is preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills for conducting needs assessments and developing training materials.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Open-minded and inclusive.
• Self-motivated and strong work-planning, including good personal time management skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to racial justice.
• Ability to work collectively, handle and resolve conflict, and facilitate groups.
• Strong preference given to those located in Central and Western Illinois.
• Reliable transportation to and from organizing events preferred.

Benefits:

• Annual salary pay of $50,000
• Benefits including medical and dental insurance and paid time off
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on vulnerable communities
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive work environment

Application Process:
To apply, send an email with the subject, “ Organizer Application ”, with your résumé and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are passionate about this role to Angelica@ChicagoJWJ.org . Deadline to apply is October 8th, 2024 .

Chicago Jobs with Justice is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, those with disabilities, those with working class backgrounds, as well as those from other diverse and underrepresented communities.

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