Tuesday, May 19, 2015

May 19th, 2015

May 19, 2015

Psychology Advising

1. Summer Psych Scoop
2. Psychology Advising Hours Friday 5/29
3. Psychology Advising Availability for Summer 2014

Research

4. The Carlson Child Development Lab is Looking to Fill One Summer RA Position
5. Relationships Research Lab
6. Undergraduate Research Experience for Summer and Fall

Courses

7. New Fall PSY Course - Careers in Psych (1 cr PSY Elective)

Jobs/Internship Opportunities

8. Entry-Level Cognitive Trainer Positions Open
9. Summer Activist Jobs Protecting Minnesota's 10,000 Lakes
10. Student Employee - Public Health Office Assistant
11. Volunteer Reading Tutors Needed

May 19, 2015
The Psych Scoop is sent to all Psychology Undergraduate students and alumni every Tuesdaythroughout the academic school year. Share your news with psyadvis@umn.edu!

Psychology Advising

1. Summer Psych Scoop
During the summer months, the Psych Scoop will only be sent out every-other Tuesday. The information will still be relevant and informative, so be sure to stay up-to-date with the information and opportunities!
2. Psychology Advising Hours Friday 5/29
Psych Advising will be closing at noon on Friday, 5/29. If you have any questions, please send them topsyadvis@umn.edu.
3. Psychology Advising Availability for Summer 2014
Psychology Undergraduate Advising will begin our summer availability this Monday, May 18th. We do not hold drop-in hours during summer session, as advisor availability fluctuates. However, we are available to meet with students through appointments. If you would like to meet with an advisor, please submit an Appointment Request Form. Our office remains open during our usual operating hours, though availability of front desk assistance varies during this time as well. We will still be checking and responding to emails frequently, so feel free to contact us with your questions atpsyadvis@umn.edu.

Research

4. The Carlson Child Development Lab is Looking to Fill One Summer RA Position
The lab offers undergraduate students the opportunity to gain valuable research experience and earn college credits while working with preschool and school-aged children in a laboratory setting. Current research topics include self-control, perspective-taking and pretend play. Our undergraduates are an integral part of our lab, and participate in all levels of our research. From offering suggestions for developing protocols to running sessions with children and families, research assistants are afforded every opportunity to pursue their own interests and apply their own skills within our lab. As a Carlson Lab RA, you will interact with some of the leading scientists in the field of child development,. You will also have the chance to contribute to presentations of our research at international conferences and be included in future publications. This is the perfect opportunity to develop important research skills and relationships while learning about children's social cognitive development. Schedules are highly flexible. Inquiries can be directed to childlab@umn.edu. Two credit, two semester minimum.
5. Relationships Research Lab
Undergraduate research assistants needed in the Relationships Research Lab. We are currently working on a large longitudinal study that examines the development of children's understanding of close relationships across childhood and into adolescence. We are particularly interested in factors that contribute to stability and change during this important developmental period. We are looking for undergraduate students to get involved with transcription, and other detailed-oriented lab work. If you are interested please contact Professor Glenn I. Roisman at roism001@umn.edu.
6. Undergraduate Research Experience for Summer and Fall
A research project by Kate Briggs (Psych 1001 instructor) and Max Hui Bai (a Social Psychology graduate student) is seeking undergraduates with cross-cultural experience to help with research. The volunteer research assistants will code data in the summer and fall. The task involves reading and sorting approximately 500 stories about culture shock into categories. This is a good opportunity for someone looking for research experience in culture and social psychology. The task may take up to 20 hours in total. The research volunteers may work on the task at home at their own pace, but we plan to finish the initial sorting by July 1. There will be optional meetings throughout the summer and fall to discuss theoretical issues pertinent to this study. The required minimal GPA is 3.3. If interested, please contact Max (baixx062@umn.edu) with your name, GPA, reason for applying, and list of relevant classes, research and cross-cultural experience. Please reply by 11AM on May 22nd, 2015.

Courses

IMPORTANT: Not all courses listed below are offered by the Department of Psychology, and you will need to meet with your college advisor to find out how they will fit into your academic program.
7. New Fall PSY Course - Careers in Psych (1 cr PSY Elective)
This Fall, the Department of Psychology is offering a New Special Topics Seminar, Psy 3960 – Careers in Psych. This is a 1cr course with a focus on investigating post-graduation possibilities within the multiple directions of Psychology (BA or BS). Students will gain an understanding of the major strengths and skills developed though study in psychology and how those strengths and skills can be applied in many different career settings. Emphasis will be placed both on careers that require further schooling (e.g., Ph.D, Master?s) and careers that do not. The course format will heavily feature guest speakers from a variety of careers and a final project in which the students conduct an in-depth investigation of a career path of their choice. This will count as a 1 credit towards the Electives are of the Psychology Major (BA and BS). This is a great 1 credit option on if you have took an Intro to Psy course that was only 3 credits and you are looking for an additional Psy Elective credit. Register online through the Academics page on MyU. Feel free to contact Moin Syed, the instructor of the course, with any questions.

Jobs/Internship Opportunities

IMPORTANT: Organizations listed below are not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Psychology or Psychology Undergraduate Advising. Please exercise the same discretion you would in viewing any other source.
8. Entry-Level Cognitive Trainer Positions Open
We have positions open for Cognitive Trainers in Chanhassen, Maple Grove and Vadnais Heights. Come join the LearningRx cognitive skills training team and help change lives by improving cognitive ability! Our part-time Cognitive Skills Trainers work one-on-one with individuals utilizing clinically-proven procedures to improve areas such as memory, attention, auditory processing and IQ. We are looking for quick thinking, high energy individuals who have completed a bachelor’s degree or in their junior/senior year. Hours are flexible but we require at least four days with availability between the hours of 3:30PM-8PM. Morning hours are also an option over the summer. This is a great long-term part-time position for individuals seeking psychology experience. Training is provided. For more information and to request an interview give us a call at 952-949-6900. After calling - resumes can be sent to nate.maus@learningrx.net.
9. Summer Activist Jobs Protecting Minnesota's 10,000 Lakes
We’re looking for smart, hard-working students and recent graduates who are eager to make a difference. You can apply online at www.jobsthatmatter.org or call 612-331-8401. The Fund for the Public Interest (aka “the Fund”) works with some of the top progressive organizations in the country like Environment America and US PIRG. And we're hiring! Specifically, we're hiring full time Minneapolis campaign staff to work on a campaign with Environment Minnesota to protect Minnesota's 10,000 Lakes. Average pay is $4,000-$6,000 for the summer. If you are interested in applying, visit our website at www.jobsthatmatter.org.
10. Student Employee - Public Health Office Assistant
Boynton is hiring a student employee to fill the role Public Health Office Assistant. The person selected for this position will be responsible for large group presentations to parents and students, assist in data entry, work with the marketing team, and assist with other support tasks. If you are interested,check out the full posting online Job ID: 300932.
11. Volunteer Reading Tutors Needed
Help kindergartners succeed in reading during the summer! Become a volunteer reading tutor with the East Side Learning Center, an educational partnership with the School Sisters of Notre Dame. There are morning tutoring opportunities between June 15-July 9 and July 20-August 7. Scheduling is semi-flexible. We just ask for at least one hour a week. Contact Kristina Scherber, Coordinator of Volunteers, for more information: Kristina.scherber@spps.org, www.eastsidelearningcenter.org, or call651-793-7364.

May 12th, 2015

May 12, 2015

Psychology Advising

1. Psychology Advising Availability for Summer 2014

Events

2. University Libraries Offer Distraction-Free Study Time

Research

3. Opportunity for Undergraduate Research Assistants
4. Undergraduate Research Experience for Summer and Fall
5. Developmental Psychopathology Research (Cicchetti Lab)

Scholarships

6. CLA Internship Scholarship

Courses

7. May term 3960 – Psychology of Self-Regulation (2 cr PSY Elective)
8. New Fall PSY Course - Careers in Psych (1 cr PSY Elective)

Jobs/Internship Opportunities

9. Marcy has Americorps Positions for Next Year!
10. Spring Graduates! Epic is Recruiting
11. Health CORE Coordinator at UM-Rochester
12. Graduate Studies Coordinator – School of Journalism & Mass Comm
13. Part Time Summer Youth Work Position

May 12, 2015
The Psych Scoop is sent to all Psychology Undergraduate students and alumni every Tuesday throughout the academic school year. Share your news with psyadvis@umn.edu!

Psychology Advising

1. Psychology Advising Availability for Summer 2014
Psychology Undergraduate Advising will begin our summer availability this Monday, May 18th. We do not hold drop-in hours during summer session, as advisor availability fluctuates. However, we are available to meet with students through appointments. If you would like to meet with an advisor, please submit an Appointment Request Form. Our office remains open during our usual operating hours, though availability of front desk assistance varies during this time as well. We will still be checking and responding to emails frequently, so feel free to contact us with your questions atpsyadvis@umn.edu.

Events

2. University Libraries Offer Distraction-Free Study Time
The University Libraries will offer "distraction-free" studying for finals that includes extended hours in our buildings, as well as stress-reducing activities. Students can study in our spaces (13 on campus libraries), use our computers (and printers and staplers), enjoy our coffee shops, get help when needed, and take a break with our awesome activities. Walter and Bio-Medical Libraries are open 24/7 now through May 15; Wilson Library will be open 24/7 on May 9-16; Magrath Library (St. Paul) will have extended hours until 2 am on May 8-15. Many of our Libraries host study break activities including puzzles, photo booths, coloring, crafts, games, bubble wrap, plant therapy, coffee, treats, chair massage, animal therapy, origami, button-making and more. All the details can be found online.

Research

3. Opportunity for Undergraduate Research Assistants
We are looking for responsible, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented students who can work in Dr. Ted Christ's research lab and help with developing test questions for a new computerized reading assessment. Other responsibilities may include data entry and organization. Credit and volunteer options are available. A commitment of six hours a week is required. If you would like to work more than 6 hours, we can offer $10/hr for each additional hour. Please contact Jessie Kember by email(kembe007@umn.edu) if you are interested, Attach a 1 page resume that includes information about your work and schooling experience, references, skills using Microsoft Office (WORD, Excel, etc.), SPSS, R and/or other statistical software.
4. Undergraduate Research Experience for Summer and Fall 
A research project by Kate Briggs (Psych 1001 instructor) and Max Hui Bai (a Social Psychology graduate student) is seeking undergraduates with cross-cultural experience to help with research. The volunteer research assistants will code data in the summer and fall. The task involves reading and sorting approximately 500 stories about culture shock into categories. This is a good opportunity for someone looking for research experience in culture and social psychology. The task may take up to 20 hours in total. The research volunteers may work on the task at home at their own pace, but we plan to finish the initial sorting by July 1. There will be optional meetings throughout the summer and fall to discuss theoretical issues pertinent to this study. The required minimal GPA is 3.3. If interested, please contact Max (baixx062@umn.edu) with your name, GPA, reason for applying, and list of relevant classes, research and cross-cultural experience. Please reply by 11AM on May 22nd, 2015.
5. Developmental Psychopathology Research (Cicchetti Lab)
Researchers at the Institute of Child Development are currently seeking motivated undergraduate students who are interested in participating in developmental psychopathology research. Our project may be of particular interest for those pursuing research experiences in clinical or developmental psychology, with emphasis on caregiver-child relations, social-emotion, and/or language development. Students who are native English speakers are preferred. It is required that you have previous research experience, are able to commit to at least 6 hours per week, can start this summer, and can stay through the end of Spring 2016. Previous experience with coding is highly preferred. Lab duties include coding linguistic and affective data and data entry. Opportunities to be involved in professional presentations may be offered pending on the commitment of the student. Our project is flexible to the schedule of interested undergraduates. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Michelle Brown at: brow4008@umn.edu and include a resume/CV with your inquiry.

Scholarships

6. CLA Internship Scholarship
Are you doing an unpaid internship this summer? Apply for the CLA Undergraduate Internship Scholarship. The application deadline is June 10th. Find more information about this and other CLA scholarships online.

Courses

IMPORTANT: Not all courses listed below are offered by the Department of Psychology, and you will need to meet with your college advisor to find out how they will fit into your academic program.
7. May term 3960 – Psychology of Self-Regulation (2 cr PSY Elective)
This May Term, the Department of Psychology is offering a 2 credit special topic seminar, Psy 3960:Psychology of Self-Regulation. When was the last time you checked Facebook? Or your cell phone? How long can you work on one assignment before being distracted? Successfully completing tasks and goals requires self-control, but our environment is filled with distracting temptations. In this course, students will investigate the role of self-control in daily life, including its antecedents and outcomes. Throughout the course, students will read academic journal articles and popular press articles to learn how both psychology and the media portray our daily struggle with self-control. Students will apply what they've learned from the readings through class discussions, in-class activities (such as evaluating large-scale interventions meant to improve self-control), and writing short reflection papers. By the end of the course, students will know how and why self-regulation fails or succeeds in multiple domains as well as how to improve overall self-control. This will count as 2 credits towards the Electives portion of the Psychology Major (BA and BS). Register online through the Academics page on MyU. Feel free to contact Heather Scherschel, the instructor of the course, with any questions.
8. New Fall PSY Course - Careers in Psych (1 cr PSY Elective)
This Fall, the Department of Psychology is offering a New Special Topics Seminar, Psy 3960 – Careers in Psych. This is a 1cr course with a focus on investigating post-graduation possibilities within the multiple directions of Psychology (BA or BS). Students will gain an understanding of the major strengths and skills developed though study in psychology and how those strengths and skills can be applied in many different career settings. Emphasis will be placed both on careers that require further schooling (e.g., Ph.D, Master?s) and careers that do not. The course format will heavily feature guest speakers from a variety of careers and a final project in which the students conduct an in-depth investigation of a career path of their choice. This will count as a 1 credit towards the Electives are of the Psychology Major (BA and BS). This is a great 1 credit option on if you have took an Intro to Psy course that was only 3 credits and you are looking for an additional Psy Elective credit. Register online through the Academics page on MyU. Feel free to contact Moin Syed, the instructor of the course, with any questions.

Jobs/Internship Opportunities

IMPORTANT: Organizations listed below are not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Psychology or Psychology Undergraduate Advising. Please exercise the same discretion you would in viewing any other source.
9. Marcy has Americorps Positions for Next Year!
Marcy Open is proud to have been awarded Minnesota Reading Corps and Minnesota Math Corps tutors for our upcoming school year. The tutors are not a replacement for teachers, but are specially trained AmeriCorps members who will work with students needing a boost to catch up to grade level in reading or math. These evidence based programs see strong growth in students served each year, and last year served over 35,000 Minnesota students in schools throughout the state. In addition to extensive training, the tutors will receive on-site support and oversight from specially trained mentors. Tutors come from many backgrounds and include recent high school and college grads, career changers, stay-at-home parents/grandparents, and retirees. In return for their service tutors earn a living allowance, educational award, federal student loan forbearance, and other benefits. Superheroes and change makers interested in working with Marcy students should apply online or learn more about the program, position qualifications, and benefits at MinnesotaReadingCorps.org orMinnesotaMathCorps.org.
10. Spring Graduates! Epic is Recruiting
Epic is actively recruiting spring grads - we're searching for smart, passionate people who want to achieve great things. Opportunities for all majors include Project Management, Technical Writing, Training and Quality Assurance. Interested students are welcome to contact Nicole Hilsenhoff directly or can visit our website for more information.
11. Health CORE Coordinator at UM-Rochester
The University of Minnesota Rochester is hiring for a Health CORE Coordinator. The Health CORE Coordinator (HCC) will work collaboratively to develop and implement the Health CORE program, a UMR learning community of undergraduate health-sciences students focused on outcomes related to diversity, inclusion, intercultural development, and global-local engagement. “CORE” is an acronym for Community of Respect and Empowerment. The HCC will recruit underrepresented students to that Health CORE program and to the University of Minnesota Rochester. The HCC will continue to support Health CORE students after their enrollment as they transition to college, engage in the Health CORE program, progress through their college experiences, and graduate from UMR. You can read the full job description and see qualifications here. You can go online to apply - the job ID is 300757.
12. Graduate Studies Coordinator – School of Journalism & Mass Comm
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication has recently posted a position for an Graduate Studies Coordinator. This person in this position carries out the day-to-day administrative functions related to the entire SJMC graduate experience and serves as the unit's first point of contact concerning policies, procedures and communications related to graduate education. This person is part of a dedicated student services team and works closely with SJMC's dynamic faculty and staff. The full position description can be found online.
13. Part Time Summer Youth Work Position
St. Paul's Lutheran Church in the Phillips neighborhood of south Minneapolis is hiring a part-time (25 hours per week) Youth Program Coordinator for their Young Leader’s Program. See the full job description here.

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

May 5th, 2015

May 5, 2015


Events

1. University Libraries Offer Distraction-Free Study Time
2. Exam Jam!!
3. Target Diversity Leadership Symposium
4. Still looking for a full-time position? Attend "Now Hiring: 2015 Grads!"TOMORROW!

Research

5. Undergraduate Research Assistants for Fall
6. Developmental Psychopathology Research (Cicchetti Lab)

Scholarships

7. CLA Internship Scholarship

Courses

8. AHS 2400: Writing a Personal Statement

Jobs/Internship Opportunities

9. Multiple Summer Positions in North Minneapolis
10. Clinician (Tutor) Positions at Lindamood-Bell Learning Center
11. Program Counselor Positions at ACR Health
12. Online learning guide (aka online “camp counselor”)
13. Nanny & Tutor Positions
14. Check Out GradStaff for Post graduation Jobs
15. Take Advantage of On-Campus Recruiting

May 5, 2015
The Psych Scoop is sent to all Psychology Undergraduate students and alumni every Tuesdaythroughout the academic school year. Share your news with psyadvis@umn.edu!

Events

1. University Libraries Offer Distraction-Free Study Time
The University Libraries will offer "distraction-free" studying for finals that includes extended hours in our buildings, as well as stress-reducing activities. Students can study in our spaces (13 on campus libraries), use our computers (and printers and staplers), enjoy our coffee shops, get help when needed, and take a break with our awesome activities. Walter and Bio-Medical Libraries are open 24/7 now through May 15; Wilson Library will be open 24/7 on May 9-16; Magrath Library (St. Paul) will have extended hours until 2 am on May 8-15. Many of our Libraries host study break activities including puzzles, photo booths, coloring, crafts, games, bubble wrap, plant therapy, coffee, treats, chair massage, animal therapy, origami, button-making and more. All the details can be found online.
2. Exam Jam!!
Students can prepare for finals by connecting with other students for tutoring and review workshops! The schedule of review workshops is available at the Golden Gopher Workshop Database.
3. Target Diversity Leadership Symposium
Join us for a 3-day leadership symposium August 6-8, 2015 from 8:00am to 5:00pm at Target Headquarters in Minneapolis. This symposium will focus on diversity and inclusion, development, the retail industry, and internship opportunities at Target. Learn about Target opportunities within Merchandising, Product Design & Development, Finance, Technology...and more! Participate in a case study with scholarship award opportunities. Attend developmental workshops, panels and networking sessions with Target leadership. Attendees will be guaranteed an interview for summer internships. To be considered for this event, you must apply by April 30th. To learn more and how to apply, go to ‘Career Fairs/Events’ in GoldPASS and search on ID #2524.
4. Still looking for a full-time position? Attend "Now Hiring: 2015 Grads!"TOMORROW
Connect with 30+ representatives from a variety of staffing agencies looking to hire U of M seniors and recent grads! Why staffing agencies? Their service is FREE to you. Agencies can be highly specialized, focusing on certain industries or positions. This specialization works in your favor, as they will almost certainly be well connected in your area of interest. Recruiters sometimes have access to positions that aren't posted. Staffing agencies offer candidates the opportunity to gain access to companies in one of two ways: on a temporary or a temp-to-hire assignments that last anywhere from one day to 6+months, or on a full-time basis. More than 90% of companies in the US use staffing firms. Their goal is to help find you a position. This event is open to ALL graduating seniors (December 2014-August 2015) from the UofM -TC and is not a job fair. The event will be heldtomorrow, Wednesday, May 6th from 2:00-4:30pm at the UMN Rec Center – 2nd Floor. Attire is business Causal. Please register on The Edge/GoldPASS.

Research

5. Undergraduate Research Assistants for Fall
The Center for Adolescent Substance Abuse Research is seeking undergraduate research assistants for Fall semester. Research assistants would be involved in Project Options, a school-based hazardous drinking prevention study taking place in Minneapolis public high schools. This is a good opportunity for students interested in working with adolescents and/or substance use issues. Tasks may involve providing information and answering participants' questions about the program, assisting with participant check in, assisting with consent/assent forms and follow up surveys, attending and coding participant sessions, and data entry. Research assistants would need to be available from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at least two days a week, Monday through Thursday. Carpooling is available if you are unable provide your own transportation. Research assistants can earn credit for PSY 4993 or PSY 5993, or volunteer. If interested, please contact Ali Nicholson at nicho656@umn.edu.
6. Developmental Psychopathology Research (Cicchetti Lab)
Researchers at the Institute of Child Development are currently seeking motivated undergraduate students who are interested in participating in developmental psychopathology research. Our project may be of particular interest for those pursuing research experiences in clinical or developmental psychology, with emphasis on caregiver-child relations, social-emotion, and/or language development. Students who are native English speakers are preferred. It is required that you have previous research experience, are able to commit to at least 6 hours per week, can start this summer, and can stay through the end of Spring 2016. Previous experience with coding is highly preferred. Lab duties include coding linguistic and affective data and data entry. Opportunities to be involved in professional presentations may be offered pending on the commitment of the student. Our project is flexible to the schedule of interested undergraduates. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Michelle Brown at: brow4008@umn.edu and include a resume/CV with your inquiry.

Scholarships

7. CLA Internship Scholarship
Are you doing an unpaid internship this summer? Apply for the CLA Undergraduate Internship Scholarship. The application deadline is June 10th. Find more information about this and other CLA scholarships online.

Courses

IMPORTANT: Not all courses listed below are offered by the Department of Psychology, and you will need to meet with your college advisor to find out how they will fit into your academic program.
8. AHS 2400: Writing a Personal Statement
Writing a personal statement can be challenging. Learn to express yourself the “write” way! AHS 2400 is open to any student who getting ready to apply to any health professional program. Whether they are applying to nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant, etc. this course can help them explore their motivations and learn to articulate their story when it comes time to apply to their program. This course is best suited for students within one year of application. AHS 2400 has three sections (1 credit, S/N only), Tuesdays (2:30-3:20pm), Thursdays (10:10-11:00am) and Fridays (10:10-11:00am). Students can request a permission number online. Keep in mind that many students to plan to take this course in the spring, thus it fills much more quickly, and does not always accommodate the demand! Plan ahead and take it this Fall!

Jobs/Internship Opportunities

IMPORTANT: Organizations listed below are not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Psychology or Psychology Undergraduate Advising. Please exercise the same discretion you would in viewing any other source.
9. Multiple Summer Positions in North Minneapolis
The Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC) is hiring for multiple positions this summer, with several positions presenting an opportunity to continue into the fall semester. We are particularly looking for juniors, seniors and grad students that may have interest in the following opportunities. Northside Achievement Zone Community Survey for a Part-Time Data Collector: open to all students and community members, 20 hours/week this summer, Up to $14/hour. Project Research Assistant: 10-20 hours/week this summer, up to $18/hour. Part-Time Data Collector: 10-20 hours/week this summer and fall, up to $18/hour. Capacity-building for YPAR on Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Youth, Part-Time Data Collector: 10-20 hours/week this summer and fall, up to $18/hour. There are also a variety of part time graduate research assistant positions available. UROC is a UMN center located in north Minneapolis with a vibrant scholarly and community atmosphere. Our mission is to link the UMN in partnerships with communities and transform the way we work together. Contact James De Sota, jadesota@umn.edu, 612 624 4514 for more information about these opportunities
10. Clinician (Tutor) Positions at Lindamood-Bell Learning Center
Lindamood-Bell Learning Center is looking for energetic, positive individuals to work as Clinicians (Tutors). These positions are seasonal. Paid 7–10 day training in our research validated programs is provided. Ideal candidates will have a background in the education field and a passion for helping others. Responsibilities will include: providing one-to-one instruction based upon each individual client’s learning needs, working with Center Director and Consultant to implement client plans, and interacting positively and professionally with clients and staff to provide a safe and fun learning environment. If you are interested in this position, please complete the application for Tutors -Edina, MN OR Woodbury, MN online.
11. Program Counselor Positions at ACR Healthcare
ACR Healthcare is currently in need of additional staffing for a direct care position titled "Program Counselor," which involves working with individuals that have physical/developmental disabilities. Some roles of a Program Counselor include escorting residents to appointments, which could be for an annual check-up, physical therapy, occupational therapy, art therapy, and others. Other general roles of a PC include administering medications, providing care for daily activities, preparing meals, and also taking residents on community outings such as movies, concerts, parks, and anything else that interests them. Since there are over 50 houses within ACR, there are some homes that have more medical-based residential care, and others that are more behavioral. The position does require training before being permitted to work at any home, which covers first-aid, CPR, medication administration, how to handle behaviors, and other classes depending on the assigned home. Training can take up to two weeks, but the good news is that all training is paid! ACR Healthcare does require a minimum of 12 hours a week (around two shifts), and we prefer staff to commit for at least 6 months. We also have an internship program for any employee planning to pursue nursing, pharmacy, psychology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other health-based careers. We can also form new internships for any major or field of study, as long as the individual is an employee with ACR Healthcare. Contact Caitlin Fortin, on campus recruiter for more information. Email:fort0191@umn.edu. Cell: (952) 261-7038.
12. Online learning guide (aka online “camp counselor”)
The University of Minnesota Extension Youth Development are looking for a science geek who is passionate about science learning for kids, and who has experience making videos, particularly short selfie videos. We are hiring for a part-time, temporary position (100 hours over 8 weeks), beginning as soon as possible. Location: anywhere with a fast internet connection. Skills required: Organized, Creative, Enthusiastic, Independent Worker with Coaching Skills, Creative Video Editing, Video Production, and Instructional Design experience. Responsibilities: Attend training (delivered remotely) prior to beginning of camp experience, Prepare about 30 short online learning challenges and “pro-tips” for learners related to STEM, Prepare intro/welcome video promoting the camp experience, Interact with, encourage, teach, guide “campers” (learners) during the camp experience, scheduled to begin May 15 and continuing for 4 weeks, Provide ongoing and summarized evaluation data regarding the impact and quality of the experience to help guide and shape future online 4-H learning opportunities. Key date: Saturday May 30 pizza party debrief with campers on St. Paul campus. To Apply, contact: Ann Nordby nordby@umn.edu, 1-612-624-9343. Read our blog! Youth Development Insight.
13. Nanny & Tutor Positions
College Nannies and Tutors has been providing in-home child care for over 10 years and we seek your help. You know your students' qualities and you work hard to prepare them for the life after college. Let us help with a rewarding part-time job. We offer flexible schedules, great support and training. You have their best interest in mind, so do we. We are seeking students with experience working with and who enjoy children; who are flexible, fun and energized by a varied work day. We need punctual, responsible students and those who consider themselves a person others can depend upon. As a legal employer, College Nannies specialize in permanent placement and on-call nanny jobs all over the Twin Cities Metro Area. We pay for training and development, offer direct deposit paychecks, AND pay workers compensation coverage. Along with great pay and a consistent paycheck, we offer frequent bonuses, and perks. Our nannies are very important to our families; we have hundreds of assignments available each month that can fill just about any schedule. CNT is great for students; we will provide them with the hours they need. Requirements: At least 18 years of age and able to pass a background screen; Prior experience in the field of childcare, infant care IS required. This can be paid or unpaid. A high school diploma required, higher education preferred. College Degree or College experience is NOT required. Assignments available in blocks of 4+ hours on week days, week nights and week ends. CPR & First Aid certified (or ability to obtain certification). Valid driver's license with reliable vehicle (will not be used to transport children). Regular access to internet and cell phone for case assignments and hours entry. We sincerely look forward to hearing from those who believe they would make a fantastic asset to our diverse team! Apply Online.
14. Check Out GradStaff for Post graduation Jobs
GradStaff provides employment services focusing exclusively on a unique labor pool - the college graduate. Using our proprietary interviewing technique, we invest a considerable amount of time getting to know each candidate and understanding their core skills and attributes. In understanding our candidates better, we then identify exciting employment opportunities that help them combat the often-frustrating "Catch-22" of needing experience, but not finding a job where they can gain that experience. We place our candidates in a variety of different areas: Banking, Benefit Administration, IT, Electronics, Customer Service/Sales, Financial Services, Human Resources, Insurance, Marketing, Operations and Retail Operations. All costs for our services are paid for by our client companies - graduates who apply with Gradstaff NEVER pay us a fee.
15. Take Advantage of On-Campus Recruiting
On-campus interviews are open to CLA students seeking full-time jobs after graduation or full-time summer 2014 internships. Each semester we host local and national companies, both for-profit and non-profit, of all sizes. Check often as new schedules are added regularly! Search the 'On-Campus Interviews' section on GoldPASS for more information and a full list of on-campus interview opportunities.