Restoration Academy Intern (Community Service Aide I)
The Mayor’s Office-Office of Violence Prevention is seeking two Restoration Academy Interns!
The Position:
The Portland Restoration Academy is a robust six- to nine-month work experience program provided by the City of Portland for people who have been recently incarcerated. This program is administered by the Office of Violence Prevention (OVP), which is overseen by the Office of Mayor Ted Wheeler, in partnership with several community organizations and employers.
The goal of the academy is to provide recently incarcerated individuals within Multnomah County an opportunity to learn new job skills, earn paid work experience, receive on-the-job training, and wrap-around services. The mission is to provide returning citizens a chance to re-enter their communities with hope.
Program activities include work-readiness and job preparation, health and wellness skills, re-entry program services, specialized occupational skills training programs, and internships.
Position Description:
- This is a six- to nine-month internship focused on helping formerly incarcerated participants gain career development skills that support their transition back to the community.
- Participants will be supervised by designated staff within the Office of Violence Prevention.
- Participants will receive career counseling and support throughout the internship and create a career portfolio.
- Participants are expected to engage in professional development opportunities and be able to build new professional networks.
- In addition, participants will help guide the future of this pilot program, by providing feedback regarding their experiences within the Restoration Academy.
Ideal Candidate:
- Participants who have been recently incarcerated and have served felony offenses are encouraged to apply. These offenses must have been non-violent or sexual in nature.
- Participants who are currently serving or have recently completed parole or probation.
- Participants must have either a valid driver’s license (preferred) or a state ID.
- Participants must be working toward or have a high school diploma or GED certification before starting the program.
- Participants must be residents of Multnomah County.
- The use of illegal substances is prohibited for participants. Drug testing is required.
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