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Weekly Round-Up 01/31/2022

ISPN Official Business 

NEW! Executive Committee Meeting Next Week! ISPN will be hosting the first Ex Comm meeting of the year on February 9th at 9:00 am. Please email info@ispnstl.org for the meeting details.

NEW! The ISPN Executive Committee is reviewing applications and would welcome participation from other members in the selection of our next Program Manager. Anyone who is interested in interviewing candidates can email info@ispnstl.org. 

Complete the ISPN Annual Survey today! Your responses to this survey will assist with strategic planning developments for 2022 and shape how ISPN approaches collaborative initiatives as a network. 

A Note on Operations: ISPN is currently experiencing significant transitions with staff and leadership, so usual programming and response time may be delayed or paused. Thank you for your patience as we restructure and grow into a healthy, sustainable network for its members. As a reminder, all ISPN members are expected to complete the annual survey to verify active membership status. Many thanks, and we look forward to reconnecting in the new year!

ISPN is collecting feedback from community partners on language access in St. Louis. Were you or your client unable to receive services because the business, government, or agency failed to provide an interpreter? Complete our form here to help the Language Access Committee's advocacy efforts. 

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News

The federal government will begin distributing rapid COVID-19 tests to every American home that requests them. You can now order four free tests per residential address at covidtests.gov. Sent by Rita Chang, IFCLA

NDLON’s Popular Education and Occupational Health and Safety teams have been producing information and materials for immigrant workers to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and what to do in case of illness. Please share them with any organizations, community groups, and individuals who can use them! Material can be found here. Sent by Rita Chang, IFCLA

Neighborhood Toolbox Digital Walkthrough Registration open for St. Louis area residents and community organizations to access key information and tools to advance community-building in their neighborhoods – all in ONE centralized location. The Toolbox contains the Neighborhood Organization Map, an interactive map of St. Louis neighborhoods and associated community organizations, and the STL Community LAB, a compilation of educational training to advance community development knowledge. They are offering a virtual walkthrough where they will present the tools in-depth and answer questions. Please register here. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants. Sent by Poli Rijos, Alive and Well Communities

Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP), at St. Louis County Department of Public Health, has openings for new enrollments. NFP is an evidence-based nurse home visiting program for first time parents and their families. The goal of the program is to improve pregnancy outcomes, improve child health and development and improve the economic self-sufficiency of the family. To qualify for NFP, clients must be a first-time mother, less than 28 weeks pregnant, live in St. Louis City or St. Louis County and qualify for WIC and/or Medicaid. Please contact Fannie Willms-Kelly at (314) 615-8330 or fwillmskelly@stlouiscountymo.gov to refer a client or for additional information. Sent by Jenn Gravert, Saint Louis County Department of Public Health

1st Ally Home Health Services is offering assistance to people with limited internet access. City of St. Louis residents that have suffered a loss due to COVID may be eligible to receive $500. If you have any questions, please reach out to Teniesha Clay at teniesha@1allyhhs.com. Sent by Jessica Trout, SLU

Upcoming Events

February 9 (9:00 AM) ISPN Executive Committee Meeting. ISPN will be hosting the first Ex Comm meeting of the year on February 9th at 9:00 am. Please email info@ispnstl.org for the meeting details.

NEW! February 3 (2:00 PM ET) Join No Kid Hungry for a webinar highlighting the findings of a recent survey on the impact of the harmful public charge policy on immigrant families. No Kid Hungry teamed up with the Protecting Immigrant Families (PIF) coalition on a survey to gain a deeper understanding of the barriers keeping immigrant families from accessing programs that help feed, house and care for their children. Hear from Gabriel R. Sanchez, Ph.D. Vice President of Research at BSP Research on what messages and messengers resonate with survey respondents and how we can ensure that our nation’s children are nourished. Register here to learn more. Sent by Rita Chang, IFCLA

NEW! February 15 (12:00 PM - 1 PM CST) Join the Region VII Individual Assistance Team and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a Lunch and Learn webinar on the subject of State-Led Disaster Housing Task Forces (SLDHTF). Participants will learn from our Missouri partners about the establishment, objectives and accomplishments of the Missouri Disaster Housing Task Force (MODHTF), which functions during all phases of disaster. Participants will come away inspired with best practices and strategies for building communication, coordination, cooperation and collaboration within their own housing services communities. Please register here in advance if you plan to attend or would like a copy of the presentation. Sent by Rita Chang, IFCLA

February 22 (11:30 AM - 12:30 PM) Welcome Neighbor STL is continuing our ever-popular drive-through supper club events that benefit refugee cooks! For more information and to sign up to attend or volunteer, please check our event calendar at https://welcomeneighborstl.org/events-directory/ Next up: Syrian lunch event at STL Foodworks, 408 N Sarah Street. Sent by Nicole Kreisel, Welcome Neighbor STL

February 5 (5:30 PM CST) The St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline (SQSH) is excited to be kicking off 2022 with a two-part collaborative event that is free to attend: Support Spaces For Queer Immigrants and their Loved Ones. This event is open to queer immigrants, queer children of immigrants, and their loved ones nationwide. Registration can be found here on Eventbrite. Please feel free to contact sindy.i@thesqsh.org if you have any questions. Sent by Sindy Ivaturi, SQSH

Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities

NEW! ISPN is actively hiring a full-time Program Manager! This is an exciting year for the ISPN and we are eager to find an energetic, passionate, motivated candidate to help facilitate the growth and success of our Network. But we need your help! Please share this job description in your networks! You can also share this Facebook post or this listing on Indeed. Applications are due by the end of the day on Feb. 1. Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter to info@ispnstl.org.

NEW! The St. Louis Regional Data Alliance and UMSL's Community Innovation and Action Center are thrilled to expand its leadership team with a new Associate Director, Engagement + Equity. This person will help lead the exciting evolution of the Regional Data Alliance, including the expansion of community building activities across the RDA’s 360+ members. If you are interested, please submit your application by Monday, February 21st here.

NEW! Open positions at LifeWise StL They are currently hiring for a Mental Health Coordinator and Bilingual Therapist. Please send a resume, cover letter and salary history to jobs@lifewisestl.org.  In the subject line, please write the position your are applying for. Sent by Sarah Caldera Wimmer, LCSW

Logan University is welcoming applications for a Certified Application Consultant (Medicaid Outreach Coordinator) for the Logan University Health Center located in Saint Louis. This position would focus primarily on education and outreach of at-risk communities in the St. Louis region, with a priority of engaging with the St. Louis Latino communities. This newly created role is a part of a strategic investment in Logan's primary outreach clinic for low income, predominantly minority communities in the City of St. Louis. Click here to get more information and apply. Sent by Sal Valadez, LiUNA

As part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Partnering for Vaccine Equity national initiative, Washington University in St. Louis (WU) is hiring community health workers to speak with residents and workers in these zip codes about COVID-19 and other adult vaccinations, such as the flu shot. These individuals will help create awareness about vaccination events, share resources with accurate information, and help to lift community voices and perceptions related to vaccination. If interested, please email hilary.broughton@wustl.edu to express interest in learning more and set up a time to talk. Sent by Meaghan Bailey, WUSTL  

Bilingual International Assistant Services is seeking a PT/FT Mandarin-speaking Case Worker to advocate for and assist the aging Chinese population of the St. Louis Metro Area.  The Case Worker will assist Mandarin-speaking seniors with public benefits, care coordination, and case management. Schedule flexibility. Complete details at: https://www.bilingualstl.org/opportunities/jobs/mandarin-case-worker/ Sent by Jason Baker, Bilingual STL

Multicultural Counseling and Research Center is seeking volunteers to provide in home and virtual tutoring services to immigrant and refugee children. Volunteers will meet with the children and teens in their home, with a parent or adult present and assist them with homework and other assignments. This service is free to low income families who don't have transportation or access to community based tutoring programs. Though it is geared towards immigrant and refugees, we don't turn away any child who is from a low income family and in need of extra help. This is a very rewarding opportunity to play an important role in a child or teen's life. We also are providing free tutoring to adults who are preparing for their U.S. Citizenship interview. You can set your own schedule and times, though most tutoring will take place in the after school hours. We ask that you take on at least 1 student or family and commit to at least 1.5 hours a week. Most of the students we serve live in the South St. Louis area but we serve children throughout the St. Louis City and County area. Must consent to background check. Must be comfortable working in a multicultural environment. No second language skills required. We are also seeking a volunteer to assist with coordinating our tutoring program. Duties would include: assist with recruiting volunteers, assist with recruiting students for the program and matching students with volunteer tutors, and contacting schools and agencies to promote this free service. No minimum time commitment and schedule is flexible. If interested, please contact us at contact@mcrcstl.org or 314-724-1486. Sent by Aya Kawasaki, MCRC

St. Francis has open mental health positions! They are currently hiring for a Bilingual (Spanish) Clinical Manager/Therapist and a Bilingual (Spanish) Therapist with a Child Focus. Please send cover letters and resumes to Teresita Costado at tcostadoat@ccstl.org. Sent by Meredith Rataj, St. Francis Community Services

The Cambio Center is now hiring a Cambio Center Coordinator. This position coordinates Cambio activities and will be in charge of the Cambio Center outreach to and engagement of stakeholders, extension/community education, communications, fundraising, grant writing, and project management. For more information on the position and how to apply, click here. Sent by Sal Valadez, LiUNA

FamilyForward is hiring for multiple positions in its Redevelopment Opportunities for Women (ROW) program, which provides domestic violence advocacy, economic advocacy, education, and therapy services to individuals who identify as women in the community. Services are provided in English, Spanish, Bosnian, and Vietnamese. ROW is hiring for two Bilingual Advocates, a part time Language Advocate, a Bilingual Therapist, and a Therapist (any language). Information about the positions including detailed job descriptions can be found at https://familyforwardmo.org/careers/. For questions about the positions, potential applicants can reach out to Janée Johnson, Director of Redevelopment Opportunities for Women, at janee.johnson@familyforwardmo.org. Sent by Janée Johnson, FamilyForward, Redevelopment Opportunities for Women

Vivent Health has various openings for multiple positions such as clinic case manager, dental assistant, prevention specialist, and digital content specialist. Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Using a medical home model, Vivent Health provides various services to people living with HIV. Our Prevention Department provides HIV/STI counseling and testing and participates in various outreach events. Please use the below link to see all openings: https://hr.viventhealth.org/careers/ Sent by Vivien Brite, Vivent Health

The Deaconess Center for Child Well-Being is seeking volunteer support with virtual convenings and their Welcome Desk.  For more information visit here. Sent by Rita Chang, IFCLA, ISPN Program Manager