Fall 2020
Work-Study Bryant Market
Food Program Assistant
Bryant Market Program Assistants kindly welcome and greet all clients with cultural competence that meets CAN's standards. They maintain client records and upload information into the program database, conduct client intakes and consistently record program participation, assist in the distribution of perishable and nonperishable products to a diverse population, and manage food pantry inventory (purge expired food, organize food, etc.). Program Assistants also Identify and execute food program process improvements, implement food program satisfaction surveys, update food resource information as needed, maintain a clean and organized environment.
This Fall, our programs may look different than normal as we practice the CDC Safety Guidelines in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Qualified candidates:
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Are available to work at least two of the following days/time slots-
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Mondays: 10:00am-3:00pm
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Tuesdays: 10:00am-3:00pm
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Wednesdays: 8:30am-3:00pm
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Thursdays: 8:30am-3:00pm
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Fridays: 10:00am-2:00pm
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Are passionate about working with families in partnership, leading with cultural competence
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Encompass strong collaboration and communication skills
Contact Derrick Miller to learn more:
dmiller@canwashtenaw.org
Responsible for overall leadership of the daily operations of CAN's Brick Community Center located at Brick Elementary. This individual is responsible for creating a positive, warm, and structured culture/atmosphere in the community center among 15-30 children and youth. Management responsibilities include hiring, supervision, and evaluation of interns, program ssistancs, and volunteer groups. Primary responsibility of the site's After School Prgraom, Family/Housing Stabilization, and Community Building services. During the summer, the DIrector will have primary responsibility for Brick's Summer Camp program. Position is responsible for compliance with personnel policies, quality assurance, and conditions of grants and contracts applicable to programs and services at the site.
Our programs will look different than normal as we practice the CDC Safety Guidelines in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Qualifications:
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Education and experience- BSW or Education-related field with minimum of 3 years experience in a human service organization; MSW preferred with at least 1 year experience in similar setting
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Certification/Licensure - Michigan Social Work License preferred
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Valid Michigan chauffeur's driver's license is preferred
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Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Director of Brick Community Center
Contact Derrick Miller
dmiller@canwashtenaw.org
Salaried, Full-Time
Contact Derrick Miller to learn more:
dmiller@canwashtenaw.org
CAN WORKS
DIGITAL BUSINESS MARKETING & CONTENT DESIGN
Part-time with possibility for growth into full-time
50% copy-editing / 50% digital business marketing & communications
Qualifications & Experience:
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Passion for CAN's mission and values
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Experience or interest in working at a nonprofit that partners with under-resourced families
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Demonstrates skills in written communication and attention to detail
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At least 1 year education or equivalent experience in digital business marketing
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Experience or interest in graphic design
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Ability to self-motivate and work independently
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Creative problem-solving abilities
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Proficient in or able to quickly learn how to use Adobe Photoshop & WIX
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Proficient in Microsoft Word and Google Docs/Google Suite
Contact Katie Lampen to learn more:
klampen@canwashtenaw.org
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CAN Summer Program Facilitators work with a dedicated team to operate a 6-week educational summer program at one of CAN's multiple sites, partnering with rising 1st-6th graders to participate in fun and engaging activities centered around a STEAM-based curriculum designed to prevent summer learning loss.
This year, we are partnering with AmeriCorps VISTA's Summer Associate Program. So, our Summer Camp staff will be hired and onboarded through AmeriCorps and work directly at CAN
Commitment: Monday-Friday, 35 hours/week from June 15-August 7
Details:
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Pay: $957.46 bi-weekly living allowance from AmeriCorps. CAN also provides $1,600 in rental assistance (paid either to a landlord or to the staff member directly). Together, this adds up to $19.39 per hour.
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Additional Pay: $1,565.08 education award or $276.64 cash stipend at the end of the summer position
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Eligibility: AmeriCorps requires applicants to be at least 18 years old and a "U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien.”
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to Valerie Muthuswami at vmuthuswami@canwashtenaw.org
Summer Program Facilitator
6-Week Summer Day Camp
8 Week Commitment (Training & Wrap-Up Weeks)
Contact Valerie Muthuswami to learn more:
vmuthuswami@canwashtenaw.org
Education Program Assistants play a key role in facilitating successful programming at CAN. They contribute to a welcoming, collaborative environment. Successful Program Assistants take initiative, are productive and engaged, and work well in a team. Program Assistants build meaningful relationships with colleagues, program participants, and community members. The Program Assistant position is a temporary part-time role that is paid hourly.
This position is particularly suited for students interested in education, social work, psychology, and other related fields. It provides hands-on experience with children who live in under-resourced families and face multiple challenges. In this role, you will learn to work as a team and effectively engage with children.
Rate: $19.04/hour
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Available to work on two or more days in the evening (~3-6pm), M-TH
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Collaborative, with an ability to be flexible and resourceful
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Passionate about your role as a positive mentor to children & youth
education program assistant
Spring 2026
Contact Valerie Muthuswami to learn more:
vmuthuswami@canwashtenaw.org
director of Hikone Community Center
Full-Time, Salaried
The Director of Hikone Community Center is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the center. Hikone Community Center provides services to the 29 households at Hikone. The Director oversees a range of programs and services that support education, stabilization, and community-building. The Director supervises a large team of staff, interns, and volunteers, and actively participates in hiring, training, managing, and terminating team members. Additionally, the Director works closely with the Ann Arbor Housing Commission, Ann Arbor Public Schools, and multiple other external partners.
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High school diploma or GED required. Preferably a credential in Child Development Associate, Montessori, or Michigan Youth Development Associate, or an Associate's or Bachelor’s degree
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Experience working with youth and families is required
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Experience with community building and conflict resolution preferred
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Experience with resource navigation and case management preferred
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Experience with under-resourced populations and trauma-informed practices preferred
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Acceptable driving history required
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Must be able to lift 50 lbs
For Work-Study Eligible Students
Spring 2023
To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Derrick Miller:
dmiller@canwashtenaw.org
CAN is seeking AmeriCorps VISTA members to work in two different areas at CAN:
Brick Community Center VISTA
The Brick VISTA will be heavily involved with center programming. They will assist with the year-round education programs, including curriculum development, scheduling, lesson planning, and management of part-time staff and volunteers. These activities will occur for the entire duration of their VISTA year. VISTAs will also increase the capacity of CAN’s booming food program, including management of a site’s emergency food pantry as well as assisting the site director during regular food distributions. In addition, VISTAs will work alongside site directors to plan and host community partners and enrichment groups/opportunities.
Multi-Site Teen Program Lead VISTA:
The Teen Program Lead VISTA will create and facilitate teen programming across teen-serving sites. Programming will strive to meet the unique needs of CAN's teens with a focus on work readiness during the summer. The person in this role should be knowledgeable and passionate about engaging teens. Additionally, they need to take initiative, communicate and collaborate effectively across sites, and be skilled in program organization.
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Must be at least 18 years of age
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Excellent collaboration and communication skills
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Self-directed worker willing to take initiative and risks
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Able to work in a flexible environment
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Able to commit to 40-hour workweek for one year
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One Year Commitment
We are seeking a passionate and reliable college student currently studying K–12 education to join our team as a Part-Time Beyond The Books Program Assistant (BTB-PA). This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in youth development while supporting literacy and learning in a meaningful way.
Successful BTB-PAs take initiative, are productive and engaged, and work well in a team. They also build meaningful relationships with colleagues, program participants, and community members. The Program Assistant position is a temporary part-time role that is paid hourly.
Rate: $20/hour Link to Job Description
Schedule: Up to 10 hours/week
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Lesson facilitation occurs 3 days a week, Monday through Thursday. Facilitation hours vary by location but are typically from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.
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Curriculum development work hours are flexible and based on BTB-PA and supervisor schedules
Contact Valerie Muthuswami to apply:
program assistant:
Beyond the Books
Fall 2025
Contact Valerie Muthuswami to apply:
vmuthuswami@canwashtenaw.org
Program Assistants play a key role in facilitating successful programming at CAN. Program Assistants support Education Programs and/or Food Programs at their respective sites, depending on program needs and individual ability. In each role, Program Assistants contribute to a welcoming, collaborative environment. Successful Program Assistants take initiative, are productive and engaged, and work well in a team. Program Assistants build meaningful relationships with colleagues, program participants, and community members. The Program Assistant position is a temporary part-time role that is paid hourly.
Rate: $19.04/hour Link to Job Description