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Job DescriptionCompany Description Clean Water Action is a non-profit focusing on campaigns related to water quality, holding polluters accountable, and environmental justice. With 100,000 members in Pennsylvania and over half a million members nationwide, Clean Water Action is at the forefront of grassroots efforts to protect our communities, public health, and the environment. Our recent victories include passing the Philadelphia Plastic Bag Ban, winning the lawsuit against Trump's EPA in 2019, and launching the Resilient Community Stormwater Initiative! By joining our team, you will work with passionate and purpose-driven people who share a common vision: harnessing the power of the people to make a difference. Job Description Are you passionate about the environment and looking to kick-start your career in the nonprofit sector? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in grassroots advocacy, community organizing, and public policy while making a real impact? Clean Water Action is hiring part-time and full-time Grassroots Organizer Interns in Philadelphia, PA to join our Field Canvass team. We are currently fighting to reverse the Supreme Court decision to weaken the Clean Water Act, ban PFAS from household products, and uplift Environmental Justice communities by holding known pollution facilities accountable. As part of our 10-to-16 weeklong internship program, you will canvass communities around these vital issues through grassroots organizing. Responsibilities include one-on-one communication with community members, fundraising, collecting calls-to-actions addressed to lawmakers (e.g. petitions, signatures, and handwritten letters), dispersing information, and good record keeping. • Location: Philadelphia, PA, • Work Hours: 2 pm to 9 pm, • Position: Part-time (3 to 4 days) OR Full-time (5 days), • Most interns start in the spring or summer, but start and end dates are flexible. Applicants must commit to interning for 10-to-16 weeks., • Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, • Compensation: $18 an hour; bonus opportunities, • Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and potential for long-term growth within the organization, • COVID-19 vaccination is highly encouraged for all applicantsQualifications We seek candidates with strong oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, cultural competence, and a commitment to racial justice and equity. Candidates should have an interest in non-profit or campaign work, policy, or politics. Ideal candidates enjoy connecting with people as part of their daily work and are motivated to make real change on these issues. We provide extensive training on the job responsibilities and the issues we cover. If you are ready to make a difference in the environmental sector while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, apply now and join our team! Additional Information Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund values a diverse workplace. People of color and those from economically disadvantaged communities are particularly encouraged to apply. Clean Water Action is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. This policy covers all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, terminations, pay, and the work environment.

Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: CFH is looking for qualified Safety Liaison. Under the supervision of the Site Manager, the SL will ensure the provision of personal and physical safety for all who live and work in the community called Center for H.O.P.E. They will maintain order and monitor the comings and goings of community members (participants) while using state-of-the-surveillance tools to assist in the day-to-day operations of the facility. Additionally, they will function as an advocate, community organizer and customer services representative for CFH along with addressing the daily living needs of the community members. All Safety Liaisons must remain at their assigned location until a relief reports to work. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Clock in and out (punch in and out) utilizing the ADP systems. All punch in and outs must indicate report times, lunch times and all time off requests;, • Monitor the front door and lobby area along with welcoming/greeting community members, visitors and new intakes;, • Receive intake documentation such as POS’s, Declaration of Homelessness and complete all internal paperwork for new intakes;, • Conduct pat-downs and search the personal belongings of community members as they enter the Center via the wand, etc.;, • Ensure that all visitors sign in and out via the visitor’s log book;, • Escort visitors and new intakes to the appropriate internal parties;, • Answer incoming calls and direct the calls to appropriate Service and/or Management Team members;, • Report unsafe conditions and community member’s safety concerns to Director of Operations via the Maintenance Request Form;, • Receive and send documents along with distributing memos and information to community members;, • Accept, sign-off on and confirm packages and deliveries from various parcel services, regular mail and other similar service providers;, • Collect, document and make available medication, where appropriate;, • Make accurate entries in the daily log book, including elevator log book and daily log sheets;, • Move throughout the Center to ensure safety/security of all and open/close TV rooms and showers;, • Serve as an advocate and assist and escort community members to appointments, where appropriate;, • Distribute linen and toiletries and make along cleaning supplies to assist community members with chores;, • Make resources available i.e. SEPTA schedules, program activities, etc., • Monitor community members while in the Brotherly Love Cafe;, • Deliver late plates to community members who miss dinner due to evening obligations;, • Document and complete shift and incident reports while with creating and monitoring the bed sheet;, • Utilize web-based platforms such as Outlook, to send/receive emails, complete internal documents and reports such as incident and shift reports;, • Address emergency situations, including but not limited to, medical, fights, contraband, etc.;, • Conduct locker and room searches and bag and tag, where appropriate;, • Complete regular perimeter checks every 30 minutes daily., • Support SM and LSL in conducting fire and shelter-in-place drills;, • Attend internal and external community events, activities, meetings, workshops and training;, • Maintain the sanitation and cleanliness of the all SL stations, including the lobby;, • Work along with other support team members to maintain the safety, sanitation and cleanliness of building and garage;, • Remain at your post until your relief is present along with providing a verbal shift report; along with transferring Center keys;, • Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: • Must be a trained security professional;, • Must have basic computing skills;, • Must be able to lift 75 lbs.;, • Must have strong interpersonal and customer service skills;, • Must be flexible and able to quickly adapt to changing situations;, • Must have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team;, • Must take initiative and identify opportunities for process improvements. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: • High School Diploma or GED required with at least 2 years’ experience providing professional security, customer service, community organizing, hospitality, or advocacy along with a working knowledge of the homeless, addicted and behavioral health population., • Valid driver’s license preferred. Salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits package. The candidate for this position may be subject to any of the following screenings as part of the pre-employment process: Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), PA Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI fingerprint, and drug/alcohol screen.

Job DescriptionCompany Description Clean Water Action is a non-profit focusing on campaigns related to water quality, holding polluters accountable, and environmental justice. With 100,000 members in Pennsylvania and over half a million members nationwide, Clean Water Action is at the forefront of grassroots efforts to protect our communities, public health, and the environment. Our recent victories include passing the Philadelphia Plastic Bag Ban, winning the lawsuit against Trump's EPA in 2019, and launching the Resilient Community Stormwater Initiative! By joining our team, you will work with passionate and purpose-driven people who share a common vision: harnessing the power of the people to make a difference. Job Description Are you passionate about the environment and looking to kick-start your career in the nonprofit sector? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in grassroots advocacy, community organizing, and public policy while making a real impact? Clean Water Action is hiring full-time and part-time Grassroots Organizers in Philadelphia, PA to join our Field Canvass team. We are currently fighting to reverse the Supreme Court decision to weaken the Clean Water Act, ban PFAS from household products, and uplift Environmental Justice communities by holding known pollution facilities accountable. As part of our team, you will canvass communities around these vital issues through grassroots organizing. Responsibilities include one-on-one communication with community members, fundraising, collecting calls-to-actions addressed to lawmakers (e.g. petitions, phone calls, and handwritten letters), dispersing information, and good record keeping. • Location: Philadelphia, PA, • Position: Part-time (3 to 4 days); Full-time (5 days), • Hours: 2 pm to 9 pm, • Schedule: Monday through Friday, • Compensation: $21 an hour; bonus opportunities, • Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k, opportunities for travel, and potential for long-term growth within the organization, • COVID-19 vaccination is highly encouraged for all applicantsQualifications We seek candidates with strong oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, cultural competence, and a commitment to racial justice and equity. Candidates should have an interest in non-profit or campaign work, policy, or politics. Ideal candidates enjoy connecting with people as part of their daily work and are motivated to make real change on these issues. We provide extensive training on the job responsibilities and the issues we cover. If you are ready to make a difference in the environmental sector while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, apply now and join our team! Additional Information Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund values a diverse workplace. People of color and those from economically disadvantaged communities are particularly encouraged to apply. Clean Water Action is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. This policy covers all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, terminations, pay, and the work environment.