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School Systems Working Group Launches Healthy Teacher Network
CLOCC's School Systems Working Group is launching a Healthy Teacher Network. The goals of the Healthy Teacher Network are to:
- provide tools and resources for teachers interested in promoting healthy lifestyles
- support teachers currently advocating for healthy lifestyles programs, curriculum, and policies in their schools
- promote healthy lifestyles for students and highlight the unique role of schools
- share cutting-edge topics and practices in obesity prevention as it relates to schools
Visit the School Systems Working Group page for more information.
Events
Please note that the calendar is only for events promoting childhood obesity prevention - nutrition
and health awareness, physical activity promotion, and meetings and conferences. Submissions go through an approval process before they are posted, so there is a short waiting period before your event appears.
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| February 09, 2010 – February 11, 2010 |
| Event name: Active Living Research Annual Conference |
| Location: The US Grant Hotel, San Diego, CA |
| Description: The theme for the 2010 conference is Engaging Communities to Create Active Living Environments. |
| For more information visit event web site |
| February 09, 2010, 1-2:30 |
| Event name: Active Lifestyles Task Force Meeting |
| Location: Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation, 2550 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL |
| Description: A task force of the Greater Humboldt Park Community of Wellness that seeks to increase opportunities for physical activity in the lived environment. |
| For more information call 773 991-1710 or visit event web site |
| February 09, 2010, 11 am - 12 pm |
| Event name: Governmental Policies and Programs working group conference call |
| Location: Conference Call, Chicago, IL |
| Description: The GPP working group will be meeting via conference call on February 9. The following is the call-in information: (847)407-6284; Passcode: 7613694#. |
| February 22, 2010, 3:30-4:30 p.m. |
| Event name: School Systems Working Group Meeting |
| Location: Communities in Schools of Chicago, 815 W. Van Buren, Suite 300, Chicago , IL |
| Description: If you would like to be added to the agenda for this meetingto share updates, please contact Anna at abarnes@childrensmemorial.org. |
| For more information call 312-573-7766 |
| February 23, 2010 – February 24, 2010 |
| Event name: 4th Annual European Nutrition & Lifestyle Conference |
| Location: Hotel Bloom, Brussels, Belgium |
| Description: A one and a half day high level conference focussing on European Union nutrition regulation, examining how successful it has been to date and where the regulatory balance may lie in the future. |
| For more information visit event web site |
| February 25, 2010 – December 25, 2010, 5-8pm |
| Event name: Health and Wellness Evening |
| Location: Chicago Children's Museum, Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL |
| Description: Join us for healthy fun as community partners provide lively activities and information to promote a healthy lifestyle. Occurs every last Thursday. |
| For more information call 312-464-7715 or visit event web site |
| February 26, 2010, 9AM-3:30 PM |
| Event name: Teacher Conference |
| Location: Norhtwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL |
| Description: Advances in Medicine and Science For Teachers:Childhood Overweight and Obesity 5 CPDUs, breakfast, lunch and course materials will be provided. |
| For more information call 312-926-8400 or visit event web site |
| March 08, 2010 – March 11, 2010 |
| Event name: Annual Forum for Improving Children's Healthcare and Childhood Obesity Congress |
| Location: Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta, GA |
| Description: The Annual Forum for Improving Children’s Healthcare: 10 Years and Growing, will bring together healthcare professionals of all disciplines to highlight the most promising work being done in support of NICHQ’s bold agenda to improve children’s healthcare quality. |
| For more information visit event web site |
| March 09, 2010, 1-2:30pm |
| Event name: Active Lifestyles Task Force Meeting |
| Location: Kelly Hall YMCA, 824 North Hamlin Avenue, Chicago, IL |
| Description: A task force of the Greater Humboldt Park Community of Wellness that seeks to increase opportunities for physical activity in the lived environment. |
| For more information call 773 991-1710 or visit event web site |
| March 12, 2010 |
| Event name: Chicago Food Policy Advisory Council Annual Summit |
| Location: UIC Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt, Chicago, IL |
| Description: Growing Healthy Food Systems: Block by Block Please join us at the 5th annual Chicago Food Policy Summit to learn, strategize, and connect with others who are all Growing Healthy Food Systems, block by block! - Activate your Neighborhood Council - Contribute to a Policy Working Group - Share a delicious meal - Guest Participant: Michael Dimock, Roots of Change |
| For more information visit event web site |
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Job Openings
Job postings will be active for 30 days from approval. Please follow the instructions in each posting
to apply.
| Business/organization: | Active Transportation Alliance 9 West Hubbard St, Chicago, IL |
| Title/position: | Volunteer Coordinator/Event Assistant |
| Job description: | Volunteer Coordinator/Event Assistant Full-time, Temporary Position The Active Transportation Alliance, a nonprofit bicycling, walking and public transit advocacy organization, seeks a Volunteer Coordinator/Event Assistant to generate and manage volunteers for Bike the Drive, one of the largest bicycling events in the country. The qualified candidate will also assist with all aspects of event production. Qualified candidates should possess excellent writing, communication, time-management and organizational skills with an interest in working as a strong contributor to a team. Candidates should also have an interest in event management, volunteering recruitment/coordination, general nonprofit work and bicycling. This full-time, temporary position starts Monday, March 8 and ends Friday, June 4, 2010. Pay rate: $12/hour. START DATE: Monday, March 8, 2010 LENGTH OF JOB: Full-time, temporary position. March 8 through June 4, 2010 (13 weeks/3 months) REPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The Volunteer Coordinator/Event Assistant will initially work 20 - 30 hours/week, Monday through Friday, during business hours. During the third month, closer to the event, weekly hours will transition into a full-time, 40-hour workweek. Evenings and weekend hours are needed particularly during weeks 8–12. The Volunteer Coordinator/Event Assistant will report to the Director of Events. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In their primary duties, the Volunteer Coordinator/Event Assistant will: · Recruit volunteers for pre-event production and day-of event positions · Manage event volunteers at Bike The Drive · Coordinate pre-, day-of and post-event volunteer communication · Facilitate a series of volunteer orientations prior to the event · Facilitate Wednesday volunteer nights · Build and manage volunteer database records · Manage and update volunteer materials · Create and execute volunteer informational e-mailings · E-mail event information to volunteers · Compile phone lists for managers · Solicit organizations about group volunteering opportunities · Coordinate volunteer groups and increase volunteer turnout · Work with teammates to update volunteer job descriptions and web site copy · Direct and answer phone calls about Bike the Drive · Revise and launch online volunteer survey · Must work event weekend Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30 · Additional event coordination duties as needed NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate should have the following qualifications: · Excellent organizational skills · Able to work so that other staff members can pick up where work was left off, and vice versa · Must be patient and kind to volunteers and prospective volunteers · Excellent directing and leadership skills · Flexible and able to multi-task · Available to work occasional evenings and the weekend of the event, May 24 - May 30 · Able to work in an unstructured and informal environment with limited supervision · Good at formulating and implementing creative strategies for problem solving · Self-motivated · Good customer service and interpersonal communication skills · Writes and speaks in a friendly, concise and accurate manner · Proficient in MS Office · Interest in bicycling and bicycling advocacy a plus · Experience in MS database or other project managing/database software a plus · Ability to lift 30 lbs ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The position offers valuable job experience for those interested in a career in event/sports management, event production and event volunteer management. Bike the Drive is Active Trans’ biggest fundraiser; the proceeds of which go to support the agency to make bicycling, walking and public transit so safe, convenient and fun that we will achieve a significant shift from environmentally harmful, sedentary travel to clean, active travel. Active Trans advocates for transportation that encourages and promotes safety, physical activity, health, recreation, social interaction, equity, environmental stewardship and resource conservation. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS No hard copies, phone calls or faxes please. Candidates are encouraged to learn more about the Active Transportation Alliance and its programs at www.activetrans.org. Submit a cover letter explaining interest in the job, qualifications and resume by e-mail to christine@activetrans.org with the subject: “BTD Volunteer Coordinator” no later than Friday, February 10, 2010. Active Transportation Alliance is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex or age. |
| Business/organization: | Logan Square Neighborhood Association MOzart Community Learning Center, Chicago, IL |
| Contact info: | Melissa Carpenter (773) 384-4370 ext 47 mcarpenter@lsna.net |
| Title/position: | Recreation Leader |
| Job description: | Logan Square Neighborhood Association is looking for a dynamic Recreation Leader at Mozart Community Learning Center. LSNA Community Learning Centers—a community-centered model with major input by students, parents, and teachers—exist in 5 Logan Square schools, including Mozart Elementary. Centers provide a variety of adult education classes (ESL, GED, Citizenship); children’s activities (tutoring, music, art, dance, sports, and homework help); childcare and family educational activities (Family Reading Nights, Family Math Nights, etc.) Most activities are free. The Recreation Leader at Mozart will lead and develop our 5th and 6th grade soccer program, by creating valuable, relevant activities for students, that will keep them active, learning, exercising, and having fun! This person must be energetic, creative, active, flexible, and have some experience leading recreational/sports/soccer activities with this age group. Male candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Requirements: - Must pass a background check. - Must be over 18 years of age. - Have a High School diploma or GED. - Bilingual english/spanish is preferred but not 100% necessary. - An interest and ability to work with multicultural/multilingual children and their families is a must. - Must be dedicated to the vision of creating a community school. This part-time position is Monday through Thursday, 5-8pm, to start early February. The position ends June 10th, with a possibility to continue into the summer. The pay is $12 per hour. To apply, email your resume to mcarpenter@lsna.net or call Melissa Carpenter at (773) 384-4370 ext 47. |
| Business/organization: | Active Transportation Alliance 9 West Hubbard St, Chicago, IL |
| Title/position: | Community Liaison |
| Job description: | Active Transportation Alliance The mission of the Active Transportation Alliance is to make bicycling, walking and public transit so safe, convenient and fun that we will achieve a significant shift from environmentally harmful, sedentary travel to clean, active travel. We advocate for transportation that encourages and promotes safety, physical activity, health, recreation, social interaction, equity, environmental stewardship and resource conservation. Definition and Purpose Under the direct supervision of the Director of Advocacy, the Community Liaison is a full-time position responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with ethnically diverse Chicagoland communities and developing support for Active Transportation Alliance programs in those areas. There is a primary focus on communities that have significant or majority Latino/Hispanic demographics. This position is also responsible for coordinating and organizing in communities around several campaigns including Better Blocks and Open Streets. Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree preferred. · Proven ability to work with persons of diverse economic and ethnic backgrounds. Familiarity and experience working with Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Little Village, North Lawndale, Garfield Park, Pilsen, and Albany Park communities preferred. · Experience working and/or living in communities that have significant or majority Latino/Hispanic demographics · Demonstrated commitment to social change. · Willingness to commit to Active Transportation Alliance mission and goals. · Compelling personal presence and the ability to convey the agency’s mission and ideas effectively to government, civic and business leaders. The community liaison must be media savvy and a skilled communicator to individuals and groups. Must write clearly and proficiently. · General understanding of bicycling and issues regarding sensible transportation and physical activity encouragement programs. · General understanding of community organizing principles. Preferred candidates will have two year’s work or four year’s volunteer organizing experience or completed formal organizing training. · Experience and expertise as an advocate. Must know how to build coalitions and partnerships and use different advocacy approaches and techniques. Knowledge of Chicago area government a plus. Advocacy volunteer experience helpful. · Demonstrated success at recruiting and organizing volunteers and leaders from diverse populations. · Knowledge of Windows based computer systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail software. Supervisory Responsibilities · Recruit, train and supervise volunteers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Meet regularly with Director of Advocacy and other Active Trans staff relating to duties and responsibilities. · Establish, maintain and grow relationships with key partners in targeted communities. · Develop and implement strategies to gain support for key Active Trans programs including Better Blocks, Open Streets, and active living campaigns in ethnically diverse communities with a primary focus on communities that have significant or majority Latino/Hispanic demographics. · Develop and maintain relationships with key civic, educational and governmental figures in targeted areas. · Develop and implement strategies to increase the level of bicycling, walking and public transit use in ethnically diverse communities. · Build a coalition of partners in ethnically diverse communities who share Active Trans’ goals. These goals aim to transform Chicagoland’s transportation landscape to emphasize healthier and safer alternatives to single- occupancy automobiles. Other Duties and Responsibilities · Participate and assist in Active Trans programs, initiatives and events as appropriate. · Represent Active Trans’ advocacy efforts in ethnically diverse communities to other organizations, groups and governmental entities. Address cover letter explaining the candidate's interest in the job, qualifications and resume to: E-mail: adolfo@activetrans.org No hard copies, phone calls or faxes please. See www.activetrans.org for more about the organization and its programs. Salary and Benefits $32,000 – $40,000 per year depending upon experience and skills. The Active Transportation Alliance offers a progressive benefit program that includes health, dental, and retirement options. Deadline This position is open until filled. The Active Transportation Alliance is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex or age. |
| Business/organization: | Association House of Chicago Community Services 1116 North Kedzie, Chicago, IL |
| Title/position: | Bilingual Health Care Instructor/ Recruiter |
| Job description: | Interested parties could send their resumes to Stephanie Sommers at: ssommers@associationhouse.org BASIC FUNCTION: Association House of Chicago has a full-time position for an experienced bi-lingual instructor, ideally with knowledge and/ or experience in the health care field. Association House is opening a course that will prepare students for entrance into a Certified Medical Assistants certification program at the community college level as part of Carreras en Salud: a partnership for bilingual healthcare careers. The position also requires recruitment of students, further development and delivery of current curriculum, and work with project partners as required. A. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS: Recruiter 1. Conduct outreach within Association House programs and in the local community for prospective students who meet program qualifications. 2. Coordinate recruitment efforts with Instituto del Progreso Latino for broader outreach. Instructor 1. Create daily lesson plans that meet student needs, prepare students to pass the community college exams, and provide a health care careers/ Certified Medical Assistant context. 2. Provide accurate attendance records. 3. Follow-up with students on all attendance issues to insure strong retention numbers. 4. Communicate appropriately with the Sector Training Manager on reporting requirements and to coordinate activities. 5. Work with the Sector Training Manager to provide tutoring to students in need of extra help. B. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1. Accept feedback from supervisor and implement it into practice on a consistent basis. 2. Attend a minimum of 12 hours of training annually related to position. 3. Maintain knowledge of current agency policies, procedures, accreditation/regulatory requirements. 4. Share information obtained at trainings and seminars with other staff members. C. COMPETENCIES: 1. Ability to achieve a high level of professionalism that maintains participant/staff boundaries. 2. Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish and English verbally and in writing. 3. Ability to market programs and services. 4. Ability to follow instructions and prioritize tasks. 5. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed. 6. Computer competency (word processing and internet at a minimum). 7. Sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. D. EDUCATION AND PRIOR EXPERIENCE: - BA in related field preferred. - Bilingual English/ Spanish. - At least 2 years successful adult education experience focused on outcomes. - Experience building and implementing best-practice student-centered curriculum. -Experience in the health care field preferred. -Ability to work flexible hours according to program needs. |
| Business/organization: | Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University Preventive Medicine 680 N. Lake Shore Drive, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL |
| Contact info: | Eileen Vincent 312-908-2848 evincent@northwestern.edu |
| Title/position: | Child Leader |
| Job description: | Looking for an energetic Child Leader who will lead groups of obese children and their siblings in a family-based pediatric research study. Nutrition concepts, games and active play are component of each study session. Background in child education or fitness is a plus. This part-time position requires limited hours on a weekday evening and Saturdays. |
| Business/organization: | University of Illinois at Chicago Institute for Health Research and Policy 1747 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL |
| Title/position: | Hourly Research Specialist (temporary) |
| Job description: | Hourly Research Specialist (temporary) The Institute for Health Research and Policy at the University of Illinois at Chicago is conducting a multi-year project to examine the impact of policies, programs and other factors in the built environment on youth eating and physical activity behaviors, and on youth obesity. We are seeking to hire academic hourly Research Specialists to collect observational data from locations across the continental U.S. in 2010. This temporary hourly position will last up to 4-5 months and will pay an hourly rate of $17 based on individual hours worked, without benefits. There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours per week. Research Specialists will work 25 to 40 hours per week and will spend a majority of time collecting data in a variety of environments. Individuals will travel by car and/or airplane to various locations throughout the U.S., and stay in hotels for several consecutive days. In each community visited, individuals will be required to travel by car/on foot in order to conduct observational research. In this position you will: - Collect data from food stores, restaurants, public parks, street segments, and recreational facilities that will help to identify the opportunities (or lack thereof) for healthy eating and active living in communities around U.S.; - Work in teams of two and visit approximately 10-15 communities over the course of the project; - Locate food and physical activity outlets in each community, and complete detailed survey forms about each location; - Work closely under UIC supervision to collect and organize field data; and - Participate in regular debriefing calls and web-based and/or in-person meetings with UIC research teams. Qualifications: - Availability to attend a paid training session in Chicago from April 12 – April 30 and to work through July 2010 for data collection; - Bachelors degree; - Possession of a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and a good driving record; - Experience with traveling; - Ability to travel around the country frequently (e.g., Monday through Friday on a weekly basis); - Very strong organizational skills and high attention to detail; - Strong interpersonal communication skills, and an ability to work with others in close environment; - Basic computer literacy in Word as well as the Internet; - Must be self-motivated and be able to work without daily supervision; and - Must be an energetic and enthusiastic collaborative team player. Desired qualifications: - Previous experience with national fieldwork or observational data collection; - Understanding of survey research and data collection; and - Basic proficiency in Spanish. To apply For full consideration, please send a resume with a cover letter to btgcomp@uic.edu by February 12, 2010. References will be required as a condition of employment. Applications will be reviewed/accepted until the positions are filled. Please, no phone calls. Due to the volume of applications, only applicants of interest will be contacted. UIC is an AA/EOE. |
Volunteer Available/Volunteer Needed
Fill out this form if you are interested in volunteering or if you are looking for volunteers
To contact a volunteer or respond to a volunteer request:
E-mail your request to info@clocc.net and include the Volunteer
ID in the subject line.
| Volunteer ID: | 1345 |
| Hours available per week: | hours vary |
| Details: | Advocate Hope Children’s Hospital pediatric weight management program, HOPE for FITNESS, is seeking a detailed-oriented, organized and dedicated data entry volunteer. HOPE for FITNESS is a family oriented, behavioral, nutritional and educational program designed to empower overweight children and their families in developing healthy eating habits and active lifestyles. Responsibilities: • Work with the Program Coordinator and Research Director to keep data base current Required Qualifications: • Advance computer skills • Experience with Word Excel, and Access • Ability to work independently |
To contact a volunteer:
E-mail your request to info@clocc.net and
include the Volunteer
ID in the subject.
