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< All Staff Mr. Patrick Onyeokoro zbernardeau@ahhs.education Paraprofessional ​ ​ What inspires you as a mentor? The opportunity to make a difference in the future by supporting our younger generations is a gift I am so grateful to be a part of. What is one fun fact about yourself? I have a seven-year-old pitbull. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

< Back Helena C. Stangle ​ Helena is the Chief Culture Officer at Acero Schools of Chicago. Here, she is charged with strategic initiatives, government affairs, communications, advocacy, marketing, scholar recruitment, and development. Helena spearheads transformation across Acero Schools and is a fierce advocate for educational access and opportunity. For more than 22 years, she has served as an education policy advocate in senior roles for legislators and in-state agency, corporate and non-profit settings. She is an alum of the University of Texas at Austin, where she majored in Government and Sociology and minored in Mexican-American Studies. Why I Serve? Helena has called Chicago’s Ukrainian Village and Humboldt Park communities’ home for more than 15 years. She believes in the transformative impact of education and is passionate about giving voice and space to the individuals we serve in big, small, and absolutely life-changing ways. She seeks to be a lifelong learner and believes service is core to this pursuit. ​ ​

< Back Solar PV Installation Training Facilitator Apply Now Job Type Full Time About the Role Provide training to participants utilizing select program curriculum on the operational fundamentals of Solar PV Installation, including classroom, lab, and installation site activities. Provide coaching and mentoring to ensure program participants have the competence and confidence to present themselves as a qualified and committed candidates for entry level clean energy industry positions Requirements Associates Degree in related field preferred. NABCEP PV Associate Certification. OSHA 10/30 certification. CPR/First Aid certification Minimum of 3 years of experience working solar installation or related construction work. Experience in facilitating professional adult training (trainer, teacher, instructor, or educator). Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and have an interest in serving justice involved participant population. Experience in recruiting, assessing, enrolling, career coaching and placing participants strongly preferred. Skills in basic carpentry. Physical ability to perform activities related to solar installation work, including but not limited to: standing for long periods (sometimes on a sloped surface), bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, working above the shoulders, working with manual and electric hand tools, repetitive motions, lifting and carrying up to 50lbs, working in direct sunlight, working with trip hazards, and working at heights. Flexibility to work evening and weekends to meet program operations and needs. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data entry. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions Please email Yvonne Rodriguez, Human Resources Coordinator with your resume and cover letter directly at yrodriguez@associationhouse.org .

< Back Dulce Escano MA, QMHP As Clinical Assessor, Dulce provides intake and therapy services to adults, adolescents, and children in the Counseling program. She is a bilingual mental health counselor with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master's in Community Counseling from Argosy University. Dulce has worked for more than a decade with multi-ethnic, multi-generational populations and individuals struggling with chronic mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and significant medical conditions.

< Back Tangela Feemster Enyia ​ Tangela Feemster Enyia is Director of External Affairs at Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd), a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation providing to service to approximately 4 million customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state’s population. Tangela and her team are ComEd’s front-line liaisons to municipalities across the Chicago-Maywood Region, which covers the City of Chicago and 28 suburbs. An active volunteer with several organizations across Chicago, Tangela and her family have spent time in service at the Pacific Garden Mission, The Chicago Food Depository, and Project H.O.O.D. She formerly served on The Harris Council, an alumni board of The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy. Why I Serve? n/a ​ ​

< Back Residential Worker – Buena Vista (Part-time, 16 Hours/Week) Apply Now Job Type Part time About the Role Responsible for providing teaching and recreational activities within the house, always shows respect for individual resident’s cultural and religious heritage. Facilitates group activities with residents geared toward increasing competency in areas such as interpersonal communication, problem solving, self-care, hygiene, motor skills, cooking skills, etc. Documents shift activities and individual participant’s behavior and activities. Conducts routine duties as assigned by the supervisor Requirements Schedule: Saturday 9 am to 3 pm, Sunday 9 am to 3 pm, and Monday, Tuesday OR Friday 2 to 6 pm. High School diploma or GED equivalency required. Minimum of 1 year of prior experience working with a DD population and/or other disabilities. Bi-lingual Spanish preferred. Flexibility to work on weekends, evenings, holidays, during emergencies and staff shortages. Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions Please email Yvonne Rodriguez, Human Resources Coordinator with your resume and cover letter directly at yrodriguez@associationhouse.org .

< All Staff Filiberto Rios frios@associationhouse.org Division Director What education or prior experiences do you have related to community health? I oversee community health education and intervention initiatives, as well as workforce development and technology training programs. I have over seven years of experience developing and implementing programs to assist underserved, racial and ethnic minority, and at-risk urban populations. I also hold a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and a Master of Science in Nonprofit Management from Spertus Institute. What about your work inspires you? I strongly believe that Association House continues in the settlement house tradition of working toward a healthier community. I am proud and inspired to work with a dedicated team, who work to empower and elevate residents in areas of education, mental health, and employment. What's a fun fact about yourself? I am a life-long learner. During the pandemic, I ran with my passion for skin care and became a licensed esthetician. Related Content Back 2 School Fair Learn More Health Education Learn More Food Pantry Learn More

< Back Counselor II – Visions Apply Now Job Type Full Time About the Role Provides substance use assessment, treatment planning, and counseling services following program standards. Implements intensive outreach strategies to connect new referrals to services, keep participants engaged in treatment, and to support their recovery. Provides crisis intervention services in consultation with program supervisor. Links participants to needed support services in the community. Provides Driving Under the Influence (DUI) education, prevention, and treatment services to participants. Documents services following program standards. Requirements High School or GED required. Associate or Bachelor's Degree in behavioral sciences preferred. CADC certified. Bilingual Spanish/English required. Licensed driver with use of a car, current insurance, a valid driver’s license, and a driving record acceptable to Agency insurance carrier. Ability to work flexible hours Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions Please email Yvonne Rodriguez, Human Resources Coordinator with your resume and cover letter directly at yrodriguez@associationhouse.org .

< Back Kathleen Smith ​ Kathleen originally attended the University of Iowa where she received her bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance while simultaneously competing as a division 1 athlete. After her time in Iowa came to a close, she came to Chicago where she completed her Master of Business Administration at DePaul University in the Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School. She then worked her way up the ladder at BMO Harris Bank and now resides as the Director of Business Transformation. Why I Serve? Kathleen is hoping to be able to continue to support the mission of the Association House alongside the staff and fellow broad members; perhaps bringing in a different perspective and new ideas around how to grow the Association House both deep and wide with expanded outreach in the community. ​ ​

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< All Staff Mrs. Tiana Thomas tthomas@associationhouse.org Assistant Principal How long have you been an administrator? I have been an educator for many, many years but have been in leadership for 7 years. What inspires you as an administrator? I continue to be inspired by the opportunity to create change in the lives of the youth I serve. I also continue to be inspired by my passion and desire to take on challenges when they arise. Thirdly, I continue to be inspired by success stories of the youth I have served and those I am serving. What is one fun fact about yourself? One of my favorite movies is Big Daddy starring Adam Sandler. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

< Back Career Navigator – Workforce Development Apply Now Job Type Full Time About the Role The Career Navigator helps workforce development participants plan and pursue their career goals. This includes facilitating career assessments, developing career plans, matching applicants to our various training programs, connecting program graduates with job opportunities, providing job retention services, and maintaining current knowledge of industry and hiring trends. Requirements High School Diploma or GED required. Associates degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to program services and outcomes preferred. Minimum of 3 years of professional adult training experience (trainer, teacher, instructor, or educator). Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with a diverse participant population. Experience in recruiting, assessing, enrolling, career coaching and placing participants strongly preferred. Background in retail branch banking preferred. Strong customer service orientation and results orientation. Demonstrated sales skills strongly preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Flexibility to work evening and weekends to meet program operations and needs. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data entry. Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions Please email Yvonne Rodriguez, Human Resources Coordinator with your resume and cover letter directly at yrodriguez@associationhouse.org .