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Office of Financial Aid - Federal Work Study Jobs

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM

The Federal Work Study Community Service Program offers opportunities of employment to students who wish to work off-campus for a local Nonprofit Organization or Public Agency or as a reading/math tutor for local elementary schools through the America Reads & Counts Program. Students must be currently enrolled at Samford University and awarded Federal Work Study.

To apply, the student should contact the agency/organization listed below to discuss the job opportunity and then contact Patty Roark in the Office of Financial Aid at proark@samford.edu, (800) 888-7245, or (205) 726-2905. The current wage is $10.50/hour (total wages and hours cannot exceed the FWS amount awarded to the student). You can VIEW PICTURES here from past students.

ON-CAMPUS STUDENT JOBS - Samford University offers employment through on-campus jobs as well. Visit the Student Employment website to view the jobs available.

 
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AMERICA READS & COUNTS TUTORING PROGRAMS
Financial Aid Office, Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229
Contact Person:  Melba Maudlin at (205) 726-2905 or (800) 888-7245 or memaudli@samford.edu

 

The mission of the America Reads Program is to ensure that every child (grades K-3) can read well and independently by the end of the third grade.  The mission of the America Counts Program is to help students (K-9) through the ninth grade in developing and building strong mathematical skills.  FWS job opportunities are given to qualified Samford University students who will be trained and placed in a local over-the-mountain, rural, or inner city school as reading or math tutors.  Please visit the above web site for more information. Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP


ALABAMA POVERTY PROJECT
PO Box 55058, Birmingham, AL 35255
Contact Person: Kristina Scott at (205) 939-1408 or kscott@alabamapoverty.org

The mission of the Alabama Poverty Project is to educate and equip Alabamians to eradicate poverty. FWS job opportunities include administrative assistant and research assistant.  Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP


ALABAMA PUBLIC TELEVISION
2112 11th Avenue South, Suite 400, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person:  Michael McKenzie at (205) 451-0123 or mckenzie@aptv.org

The mission of the Alabama Public Television is to provide educational television to Alabamians of all ages, from preschool children to adult learners.  FWS job opportunities include positions in communication/promotion, development/marketing, education outreach. Updated 11/05/2008  BACK TO THE TOP


ALDRIDGE BOTANICAL GARDENS
3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL 35216
Contact Person: Pat Sholund at (205) 682-8019, ext. 5 or aldridgeps@bellsouth.net

The mission of Aldridge Botanical Gardens is to present a garden for all seasons, featuring the genus Hydrangea, in which the public may gain enjoyment and education in a beautiful tranquil setting. FWS job opportunities include Clerical/Office Assistant, Education Assistant for children's program (education or biology major). Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


ALETHIA HOUSE
201 Finley Avenue West, PO Box 1514, Birmingham, AL 35201
Contact Person:  Chris Retan at (205) 324-6502

  The mission of the Alethia House is to empower low income people with the skills and values they need to be responsible for their own well-being.  FWS job opportunities available include Assistant Care Manager, (this is an excellent job for someone who is thinking about becoming a social worker.)  Updated 01/11/07   BACK TO THE TOP


AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY - Joe Lee Griffin Hope Lodge
1104 Ireland Way, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person:  Jennifer Cherry at (205) 930-8873 or jennifer.cherry@cancer.org

The mission of the organization is to provide free lodging for out of town cancer patients who must travel to Birmingham for treatment.  The Joe Lee Griffin Hope Lodge offers a temporary home at no charge to the guests, who are cancer patients and their families during cancer treatment.  FWS job opportunities include the following:  front desk receptionist and laundry helper.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
3918 Montclair Road, Suite 218, Birmingham, AL 35213
Contact Person: Stephanie Marino at (205) 870-5172 ext. 3069 or smarino@diabetes.org

American Diabetes Association The mission of the American Diabetes Association is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people suffering from diabetes.  FWS job opportunities available include topical research, mailings, computer input, mass mail, event coordination. Updated 11/05/2008   BACK TO THE TOP


AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION OF ALABAMA
3125 Independence Drive, Suite 325, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact Person:  Angela Bush at (205) 933-8821 or
abush@alabamalung.org
The mission of the American Lung Association is to promote lung health and prevent lung disease.  FWS job opportunities available include office duties, program volunteers to implement programs in school systems, special event volunteers, website design. Updated 10/11/05  BACK TO THE TOP


AMERICAN RED CROSS - Blood Services, Alabama Region
1130 22nd Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person: Khadigah Tribble at (205) 918-1000 ext. 1515 or tribblek@usa.redcross.org

American Red Cross logo The mission of the American Red Cross (Birmingham Area Chapter) is to assist victims of disaster and provides military emergency communications, and health and safety education.  FWS job opportunities are available by contacting the person listed above.  Updated 8/21/01 BACK TO THE TOP


ARC OF JEFFERSON COUNTY - Association for Retarded Citizens
215  21st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person: Wanda Williams at (205) 503-4037 or wwilliams@arcofjeff.com

The mission of ARC is to provide quality service to people with mental retardation and their families to ensure that they have a normal life.  ARC provides residential, early intervention, day training and employment services.  FWS job opportunities available include assisting with training of adults with mental retardation, as well as grounds keeping. A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.   Updated 09/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION
300 Vestavia Parkway, Suite 3500, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Contact Person: Jerry Burch at (205) 979-5700 or jburch@arthritis.org

Arthritis Foundation logo The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. FWS job opportunities include assisting staff in providing educational info to people requesting; communications with media regarding events info; general office help as needed. Updated 6/19/03 BACK TO THE TOP


The BELL CENTER FOR EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAMS
1700 29th Court South, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact Person: Andi Gillen at (205) 870-0081 or agillen@thebellcenter.org

The mission of the Bell Center is to maximize the potential of children ages birth to three that are at risk for developmental delay. FWS job opportunities include child assistant.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF BIRMINGHAM, INC.
1901 14th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person: Sue Johnson at (205) 939-5590 or sjohnson@bbbsbhm.org

The mission of BBBS of Birmingham is to provide positive role models to children in need. FWS job opportunities include case aid, work with program staff to assist with supervision call and children interviews, keep website Updated and help with special events.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


BIRMINGHAM AIDS OUTREACH, INC.
205 32nd Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233 (mailing: PO Box 550070, Birmingham, AL 35255)
Contact Person: Polly Kellar at (205) 322-4197 ext. 11 or polly@birminghamaidsoutreach.org

Birmingham Aids Outreach logo BAO is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of people and families living with HIV/AIDS and reducing further spread of the disease through age appropriate community HIV/AIDS prevention education services.  FWS job opportunities include direct client services, such as food closet, clothes closet, transportation to appointments, and coordination of client programs (Friends & Family nights, client group activities, and holiday gift boxes), and indirect service opportunities, such as bookkeeping, clerical, fundraising, prevention education presentations.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP

BIRMINGHAM BOTANICAL GARDENS - (Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens)
2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL 35223
Contact Person: Mary Bestor Tickle at (205) 414-3962 or mtickle@bbgardens.org

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The mission of Friends of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens is to promote public knowledge and appreciation of plants, gardens, and the environment; and receives, raises and administers resources for these purposes.  FWS job opportunities include assisting the education department in the organization and preparation of children's discovery field trips. Assist membership, events, marketing, and library staff with various duties.  Updated 11/09/2009 BACK TO THE TOP



BIRMINGHAM CIVIL RIGHTS INSTITUTE
520 16th Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Carol Wells at (205) 328-9696 ext. 227 or cwells@bcri.org

The mission of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is to promote civil and human rights worldwide through education.   FWS job opportunities include Education - Assist with visitors and tour groups; Finance - Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions; IT - Assist with computer and network functions. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


BIRMINGHAM HEALTH CARE - My Place Child Development Center
712 25th Street N., PO Box 11523, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Mattie Sanders Hawkins at (205) 439-7259 or msanders.bhc-al.org

  The mission of BHC is to meet the needs of persons who are underserved, including homeless persons, by providing direct health and medical services; facilitating access to public benefits and available community-based resources; and through a coordinated community-wide effort, advocating and promoting solutions facing underserved persons.  FWS job opportunities include childcare assistant.   Updated 11/20/2008    BACK TO THE TOP

BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM OF ART
2000 Rev. Abraham Woods Jr Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35203-2278
Contact Person: Rhonda Hethcox at (205) 254-2070 or rhethcox@artsbma.org; James Williams at (205) 254-2967 or jwilliams@artsbma.org

The Birmingham Museum of Art is to provide an unparalleled cultural and educational experience to a diverse community by collecting, presenting, interpreting, and preserving works of art of the highest quality.  FWS job opportunities include office work out of the Volunteer Office; for James Williams - opportunities include a junior designer, production manager, web developer and web designer. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP

BIRMINGHAM MUSIC COOPERATIVE
1807 3rd Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Yvonne Henderson at (205) 322-6737 or yvonne@bhammusic.org

  The mission of the Birmingham Music Coop is to promote musical arts organizations in Birmingham through administrative, marketing, and fundraising support..  FWS job opportunities include data entry, assistance with rehearsals and productions, assistance with marketing and development projects.   Updated 11/05/08   BACK TO THE TOP

BIRMINGHAM URBAN GARDEN SOCIETY
1731 First Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person:  Jan Holliday at (205) 251-8139 or cawaco@bellsouth.net

The mission of Birmingham Urban Garden Society is to provide a framework to assist neighborhoods and organizations in the development of urban gardens.  FWS jobs available include work with schools, communities and interested groups to establish gardens; monitor gardens, set up gardens, and composting and nutrition training sessions.. Updated 7/15/03   BACK TO THE TOP


BIRMINGHAM ZOO, INC.
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL 35223
Contact Person: Brian Kutsch at (205) 879-0409, ext. 278 or volunteers@birminghamzoo.com

The mission of the Birmingham Zoo is to instill in its visitors and other interested parties an appreciation of wildlife that will promote the conservation of natural resources.  FWS job opportunities include Animal Nutrition Center, Elementary and Secondary Education classes, Horticulture Department, computer and data entry, gift shop, and special events.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 11/09/09 BACK TO THE TOP


BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF CENTRAL ALABAMA - HUEYTOWN UNIT & CLAY-CHALKVILLE ROAD
PO Box 10391, Birmingham, AL 35202
Contact Person:  Kim Turner at (205) 744-3070 or kturner@bgcca.org

The mission of the Boys & Girls Club is to provide facilities and leadership to enable all youth to develop and achieve to their maximum potential in accordance with Judeo-Christian principles.  FWS jobs available includes Program Staff. Duties include supervision of club members, conduct sports/recreation/art activities, and assisting with homework. Updated 11/20/2008   BACK TO THE TOP


BROTHER BRYAN MISSION
1616 2nd Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Steve Brown at (205) 322-0092 or brobryan@bellsouth.net

The mission of the Brother Bryan Mission is to provide societal help in various ways to homeless men. FWS job opportunities are various.  Updated 3/17/09 BACK TO THE TOP


CAMP FIRE USA - LINKS UP MENTORING
3600 8th Avenue South, Suite 502, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact Person:  Renee Bireley at (205) 324-2434 or reneeb@campfire-al.org

The mission of Camp Fire is to build caring, confident youth and future leaders.  FWS job opportunities include assisting Program Director and Program Coordinator with program requirements.  Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP

CARE FIRST HOSPICE
450 Century Park South, Suite 112B, Hoover, AL 35226
Contact Person: Jill Miranda (205) 822-4033 or (205) 381-1744 jmiranda@carefirst-al.com

  The Care First Hospice is to provide a comprehensive, quality, and interdisciplinary program of care and services to the terminally ill and their families or significant others.   FWS job opportunities include patient companion, caregiver respite, bereavement counseling, and administrative duties. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


(The) CENTER AT CENTRAL PARK
1900 43rd St West, Birmingham, AL 35208; mailing address is 750 Mountclair Road, Birmingham, AL 35213

Contact Person: Jim Branum at (205) 587-8838 or jimb@bbaonline.org

The mission of The Center at Central Park is to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional needs of persons in the western area of Birmingham through educational, social and medical equipment reuse programs. FWS job opportunities include teaching GED students, tutoring, working with the elderly and disabled, painting homes, food banks, senior activities, computer skills and more. Updated 9/16/09 BACK TO THE TOP


(The) CENTER FOR URBAN MISSION
2030 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Lisa Cole at (205) 252-8286 or lcole@newcitycenter.org

The mission of The Center for Urban Mission is to inspire families to move from dependency to true sufficiency, through education, spiritual, and job training. FWS job opportunities include Tutoring (math, English, reading) from K-12, Administrative office work, Nursery (newborn to age 3), and Mother's Day Out. Updated 10/11/05 BACK TO THE TOP


CHILDREN'S DANCE FOUNDATION
1715 27th Court South, Homewood, AL 35209
Contact Person:  Diane Litsey at (205) 870-0073 or diane@childrensdancefoundation.org  

The mission of the Children's Dance Foundation is to provide comprehensive dance education for all, enriching the spirit, enlivening the imagination, and celebrating community.  FWS job opportunities include development support, event support, and general administrative support.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


CHILDREN'S (HOSPITAL) HEALTH SYSTEM
1600 7th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
Contact Person:  Frank Hrabe at (205) 939-5169 or frank.hrabe@chsys.org

 

The mission of Children's Hospital is to provide the best health care to all children.  FWS job opportunities may include Volunteer Services, Gift Shop, Clinic Ambassadors, Recovery, and some Patient Areas.  Students must go through Volunteer Training which includes an information session, interview, background check and drug screen, and orientation.  This process may take as long as 45 days before service could begin. Note: We usually take 2 to 3 work/study students. The students must meet the requirements of all college student volunteers. These can be found the the website under ways to give. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP



CHILDREN'S VILLAGE, INC.
2001 18th Street SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
Contact Person:  Earnestine Holling @ 205-925-0037 or village6@bellsouth.net

 

The Mission of Children's Village is to provide a home that will allow our children to grow and develop in all areas of their lives. To provide a "family unit" for children who have been orphaned, neglected, or abused. FWS Job Opportunities Available Include tutors, mentors, social workers, and counselors.   Updated 01/25/07 BACK TO THE TOP



COMMUNITY KITCHENS OF B'HAM, INC.
1024 South 12th Street, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person: Andrea F. Blackert at (205) 251-3569 or ablackert@thecommunitykitchens.org

 

The mission of Community Kitchens is to help reduce hunger by serving free meals and providing job training to those in need in the greater Birmingham area.  FWS job opportunities include office work, working with other volunteers, inventory, food purchases, and food delivery.    Updated 11/21/2008 BACK TO THE TOP



CRISIS CENTER, INC.
3600 8th Avenue South, Suite 501, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact Person: Michael Falligant at (205) 323-7782 or mfalligant@crisiscenterbham.com

Crisis Center logo The mission of Crisis Center, Inc. is committed to helping others through crisis and suicide intervention, telephone counseling, and community outreach. In addition to a 24 hour crisis line, program areas of The Crisis Center include these directed toward children, teens, senior citizens and victims of sexual assault. FWS job opportunities include telephone counseling, phone room shift management, providing elderly reassurance to senior citizens.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 11/05/08 BACK TO THE TOP


EASTER SEALS OF THE BIRMINGHAM AREA
200 Beacon Parkway West, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact Person:  Kelli Keith at (205) 314-2187 or kkeith@eastersealsbham.org

Crisis Center logo The mission of this agency is to create solutions that change the lives of children and adults with disabilities and other special needs, and the change the lives of their families, as well. FWS job opportunities include marketing intern.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


EXCEPTIONAL FOUNDATION
1616 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL 35209
Contact Person: Chris Germany at (205) 870-0776 or chrisgermany@exceptionalfoundation.org

Crisis Center logo The mission of the Exceptional Foundation is to provide social and recreational activities for the special needs population. FWS job opportunities helping and/or assisting with programs and staff.  Updated 11/21/2008 BACK TO THE TOP


FAMILY COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY
120 2nd Court North, Birmingham, AL 35204
Contact Person: Beverly Alldredge at (205) 264-8127 or alldredgeb@jccal.org

The mission of this agency is to equally and fairly apply the law in such a manner as to serve the best interest of the child and to enhance the quality of life for all the citizens of the community. FWS job opportunities include Probation and Intake Aide; Aide for Substance Abuse Program; Electronic Monitoring Program; and Clerical Aide for the Clerk's Office.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP



FAMILY LIFE CENTER
8301 8th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35206
Contact Person: Stephen Manyama at (205) 836-8919 or flwc@bellsouth.net

  The mission of the Family Life Center is to equip and empower families and children so they may succeed academically, socially, professionally, economically, spiritually and morally in our complex and competitive society through educational and enrichment programs. FWS job opportunities include office work, tutoring school age children in reading and math, teaching computer classes, teaching GED classes, assisting the Executive Director in various activities, facility maintenance, counseling, and job training.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 8/18/03 BACK TO THE TOP


FIREHOUSE SHELTER
1501 3rd Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35202, (Mail to:  PO Box 11722, Birmingham, AL 35202)
Contact Person: Steve Freeman at (205) 252-9571 or cdm-shelter@prodigy.net

The mission of the Firehouse Shelter is to provide to homeless men in the Birmingham area a nurturing and caring environment while empowering each individual to reach his full potential.    FWS job opportunities include general office duties, answering phone, filing, faxing, copying, web site maintenance, etc.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


FIRST LIGHT, INC.
2230 4th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Valerie Cowart at (205) 323-4277 or flcoordinator@yahoo.com

The mission of First Light is to better the lives of homeless women and children. FWS job opportunities include Shelter Assistant.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 08/02/2004 BACK TO THE TOP

GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTH-CENTRAL ALABAMA
105 Heatherbrooke Park Drive, Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact Person: Hilary Perry at (205) 980-4750, ext. 103 or hperry@girlscoutsnca.org

The mission of the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.  FWS job opportunities include public relations, special events, writing, editing, marketing and some clerical duties.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP

GREATER ALABAMA COUNCIL, BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
516 Liberty Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact Person: Phillip M. Keel at (205) 969-4246

The Greater Alabama Council of Boy Scouts of America logo The Boy Scouts of America was incorporated to provide a program for community organizations that offers effective character, citizenship, and personal fitness training for youth.  FWS job opportunities may be obtained by contacting the person listed above.  BACK TO THE TOP


GREATER BIRMINGHAM HUMANE SOCIETY
300 Snow Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact Person: Shay Scott at (205) 942-1211 or sscott@gbhs.org

Greater Birmingham Humane Society logo The mission of the Greater Birmingham Humane Society is to promote respect for life through education prevention of cruelty to animals and people.  FWS job opportunities include helping clean, walk, bathe, feed, and groom animals, as well as answering phones, greeting customers, assisting in adopting animals, etc.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF GREATER BIRMINGHAM 
4408 Lloyd Noland Parkway, PO Box 540, Fairfield, AL 35064
Contact Person: Beth Jerome at (205) 780-1234 or bjerome@habitatbirmingham.org

The mission of Habitat for Humanity is to work in partnership with God and people everywhere, from all walks of life, to develop communities for people in need by building and renovating houses to provide quality, affordable housing opportunities so that every person can experience God's love and can live and grow into all that God intends.  FWS job opportunities include construction, home repair, retail sales, family development assistant, office assistant.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


HAND-IN-PAW 
2616 Seventh Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
Contact Person: Susan Darby at (205) 322-5144 or susan@handinpaw.org

The mission of Hand-in-Paw is to improve human health and well-being through interaction with professional trained handler and animal therapy teams.  FWS job opportunities include marketing, event planning, public relations, graphic design, office administration/clerical, data entry, bookkeeping/accounting, statistics (measures/outcomes) in education, and social services.  Updated 11/05/2008 BACK TO THE TOP

HICA-HISPANIC INTEREST COALITION OF ALABAMA
260-F West Valley Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact Person: Lorena Vasquez @ (205) 942-5505 or lvasquez@hispanicinterest.org

The mission of HICA-Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama is to improve the lives of Latinos and Latinos living in Alabama through coordination with community resources, transitional services, education and advocacy.  FWS job opportunities include answering the phone, filling out bilingual forms, hica surveys, making copies, filing, etc.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP

HOPE HOSPICE, Inc.
1100 East Park Drive., Suite 303,Birmingham, AL 35235
Contact Person: Steve Shaw at (205) 583-4673 or sshaw@hopehospiceinc.com

The mission of Hope Hospice is to help patients, in the final phases of incurable diseases, to keep their dignity and "live" until they die in the comfort of their own home with expert medical support for the patient, and psychological, social, emotional, and spiritual support to the families so they are better prepared to cope with the illness. FWS job opportunities include visiting with patients and their families and clerical work.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


IMPACT FAMILY COUNSELING
1000 24th Street South, PO Box 10304, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: George Casey at (205) 916-0123 or ImpactAL@hotmail.com
 
The mission of Impact Family Counseling is to provide professional counseling to at-risk youth, their families, and the community.  FWS job opportunities include case management, data collection and input, administration and clerical. Updated 11/21/2008 BACK TO THE TOP


JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES Child Support Division
PO Box 455, Birmingham, AL 35201-0455
Contact Person:  Sandra W. Grigsby, Marie Garner at (205) 945-3744, 945-3877 or SGrigsby@DHR.State.AL.US
 
The mission of DHR is to partner with communities to promote family stability and provide for the safety and self-sufficiency of vulnerable Alabamians.  FWS job opportunities include clerical, receptionist and telephone operator. Updated 12/06/2004   BACK TO THE TOP


JESSIE'S PLACE of Jimmie Hale Mission
2305 5th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Malissa Smitha at (205) 323-0170 or jessiesplace@jimmiehalemission.org
 

The mission of Jessie's Place is to utilize a Christian program to empower homeless women and children. Our goal is to teach through discipleship, case management, and counseling the skills needed to reenter society as self sufficient, productive citizens. Various positions are available based on skills and education. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


JUNIOR LEAGUE OF BIRMINGHAM, INC.
2212 20th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35223
Contact Person: Lisa Holloway at (205) 802-6497 or lholloway@jlbonline.com

 
The mission of the Junior League of Birmingham is to promote volunteerism, develop the potential of women and improve the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. FWS job opportunities available include Fund Development, Communications Assistant: Assist with print materials as needed; assist in maintaining donor database information; attend fund development and communication council meetings, learn processes and procedures for coordinating events and the inner working of a nonprofit organization. Updated 11/21/2008   BACK TO THE TOP

LAKESHORE FOUNDATION
4000 Ridgeway Drive, Homewood, AL 35209
Contact Person: Laura Womble at (205) 313-7434

Lakeshore Foundation logo The mission of the Lakeshore Foundation is to provide opportunities to Alabamians with physical disabilities to lead healthy, active lifestyles and participate in the life of their community.  FWS job opportunities include assisting children with each activity at the Super Sports Saturday, in groups and one-on-one, and help with the setup, cleanup, meal, and supervision.  A 30 minute trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


The LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY
100 Chase Park South, Suite 220, Birmingham, AL 35244
Contact Person:  Noralyn Hamilton at (205) 989-0098 ext. 302 or noralyn.hamilton@lls.org

The mission of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is to find cures for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, and myeloma, as well as to improve the quality of life of these patients and their families.  FWS job opportunity available is a Special Events Assistant to help campaign managers plan and promote special events, assist in direct mail outs, donor development and special events planning; public relations skills also helpful. Updated 11/25/2008  BACK TO THE TOP

MCWANE CENTER
200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: David Johnson @ 714-8272 or djohnson@mcwane.org

The mission of the McWane Center is to change lives through science and wonder.  FWS job opportunities include Education Presenter: Responsible for exhibit interpretation and presenting scientific demonstrations to school groups and the general public at hands-on science museum. Other duties include assisting with museum upkeep as well as administrative duties. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


METROPOLITAN ARTS CENTER AND VIRGINIA SAMFORD THEATRE
1116 26th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205-2414
Contact Person:  Jan Schmidt at (205) 251-1228 or jan@metropolitanarts.org


Metropolitan Arts Council logo The mission of the Metropolitan Arts Council is to cultivate, support and promote the arts in Birmingham, both through the support of other organizations and provision of performance venues.   FWS job opportunities include the opportunity to work with local arts organizations, the BRAVO Festival, publish Arts Connect booklet, and work for Virginia Samford Theatre, as needed.   Updated 10/11/05 BACK TO THE TOP


MINISTRY CENTER AT GREEN SPRINGS - ESL
2230 Green Springs Hwy., Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person:  Ray J. Flynn, Director at (205) 326-1211 or rfly43@mindspring.com

 

The mission of the Ministry Center at Green Springs is to be a resource to those in need and the multicultural community in Birmingham, AL.  FWS job opportunities include English as a Second Language (ESL) tutoring.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP



M-POWER MINISTRIES
4022 4th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact Person:  Bethany Rushing/Ryan Hankins at (205) 595-5959 or mpower@mpowerminstries.org

The mission of M-Power is to provide education, healthcare, job training, and mentoring to underserved residents of Jefferson County.  FWS job opportunities include after-school tutoring, Spanish translation, marketing and public relations, development work, special event planning, administrative and clerical assistance, computer/technology support, and social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.).  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY
3840 Ridgeway Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact Person: Heather Adams at (205) 879-8881 or heather.adams@alc.nmss.org

Photo of campers at a National Multiple Sclerosis Society camp The mission of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is to end the devastating effects of Multiple Sclerosis.  FWS job opportunities include fundraising, public relations, client education, and program planning.  Updated 11/24/2008  BACK TO THE TOP


NORTHSTAR YOUTH MINISTRIES
700-8th Avenue West, Birmingham, AL 35204
Contact Person: Paul Neville at (205) 322-9296 or pneville@northstaryouthministries.org

The mission of the Northstar Youth Ministries is to help youth find their direction through educational enrichment, team sports and physical fitness, and spiritual/life mentoring; mainly youth in west Birmingham.  FWS job opportunities include administrative, instructors, and facility improvements.  Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP


OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL 35124
Contact Person: Emily Cohen, Naturalist at (205) 620-2520 or oakmountain.naturalist@dcnr.alabama.gov

The mission of Oak Mountain State Park is to acquire and preserve natural areas; to develop, furnish, and maintain recreational facilities; and to extend the knowledge of the natural environment of our State for the benefit of the public. FWS job opportunities include all work under the direction of the Interpretive program; campground programing, trail maintenance, demonstration farm, and helping Rangers with their duties enforcing conservation laws. A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP

OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK - INTERPRETIVE CENTER
200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL 35124
Contact Person: David M. Frings at (205) 620-2520 or dmfrings@samford.edu

The mission of the Oak Mountain Interpretive Center is to promote appreciation for Oak Mountain State Park, as well as other natural features of the state, as a natural habitat and to provide a hands-on interactive educational experience that enables children and adults to learn about Alabama's biodiversity, students and teachers to research its wonders, and all visitors to understand the importance of environmental stewardship. FWS job opportunities are various under the direction of the Interpretive program; the Interpretive Center is a joint venture between Oak Mountain State Park, Samford University, and Shelby County.  Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP


ONB (Operation New Birmingham) MAGIC CITY ART CONNECTION
1128 Glen View Road, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact Person: Kit Waters at (205) 595-6306 or findart3@bham.rr.com

Photo of campers at a National Multiple Sclerosis Society camp The mission of the ONB City Art Connection is to serve as a catalyst in the region for arts enjoyment, education, connoisseurship, and commerce; we strive to educate children and adults about the creation and understanding of art, art production, art history, art criticism, and aesthetics.    FWS job opportunities include art event management, educational programming, staff support, and PR/marketing (online marketing including social networking site management, graphic design, marketing campaign management support, etc.). Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


PARTNERS IN NEIGHBORHOOD GROWTH (PING)
1345 Steiner Avenue SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
Contact Person: Frank Horn at (205) 780-7464 or hornfranklyhorn@aol.com

  The Mission of the PING is to develop the skills, knowledge, and character necessary for success in youth in underserved Birmingham neighborhoods.  FWS job opportunities available include recreation leaders and coaches (all sports).   Updated 11/24/2008    BACK TO THE TOP


PASSPORT, INC.
3421 Sierra Drive, Birmingham, AL 35216
Contact Person: David Burroughs at (205) 822-1990 or david@passportcamps.org

The mission of Passport is to empower students, embrace community, and extend grace to the world. We do this through Passport Youth Camps, Passport Kids Camps, Watering Malawi, D365 online devotion site, etc.    FWS job opportunities include administrative assistance responsibilities which include assisting administrative staff with planning next season's camps and contact with registering churches. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP

PATHWAY'S SHELTER FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN (formerly Bread and Roses)
409 North Richard Arrington Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Natalie Nations at (205) 322-6854 or natalie.nations@pathwayshome.org; Cordellia Woods at (205) 595-6399 for Woodlawn Transition Center at 5325 Georgia Road, Birmingham, AL 35212

The mission of Pathway's is to end homelessness for women and children through hospitality, housing and hope.  FWS job opportunities include Public relations/fundraising assistant and volunteer coordinator. This person will work closely with the development director with coordinating and planning special events. A great learning environment with hands-on experience.  Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP


POSITIVE MATURITY
3918 Montclair Road, Suite 200, Birmingham, AL 35213
Contact Person: Mackie Horowitz at (205) 803-3211 or mackieh@positivematurity.org

The mission of Positive Maturity is to positively enhance the lives of mature adults through social services and civic engagement. FWS job opportunities include implementing and assisting programs at a senior center, computer training/tutoring to seniors, and staff support.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF AL, INC.
1700 4th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
Contact Person: Ms. Chris Ellis at (205) 212-7257 or chris.ellis@rmhca.org

The Mission of the Ronald McDonald House is to provide a safe, affordable, supportive "home away from home" for sick or injured children and their families with a primary emphasis on facilitating access to pediatric healthcare for residents of Alabama and adjacent states. FWS job opportunities include a Relief Manager. If interested, please contact the Operations Manager at 205-918-4535 for available work positions.  Updated 11/06/08  BACK TO THE TOP

RUFFNER MOUNTAIN NATURE CENTER
1214 81st Street South, Birmingham, AL 35206
Contact Person: Marilyn Raney or Bobby Watson at (205) 833-8264 or info@ruffnermountain.org

The mission of Ruffner Mountain is to protect a 1,011 acre nature preserve and provide environmental education and passive recreational opportunities to the public. FWS job opportunities include Teaching Naturalist, Clerical Assistant, Land Stewardship Assistant, Public Relations/Marketing Assistant, Reception/Visitor Services Assistant. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP


SAFE HARBOR, INC.
P. O. Box 381386, Birmingham, AL 35238
Contact Person: Valerie Wheeler at (205) 981-0995 or vwheeler@thesafeharbor.org

The mission of Safe Harbor is to assist troubled teens and their families in crisis situations by bettering their understanding of one another and by strengthening their relationship with God.   FWS job opportunities include office support staffing and facilitating group meetings.  Updated 9/28/2009  BACK TO THE TOP


SAFE HOUSE of Shelby County
P.O. Box 620, Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact Person: Wanda Bowden at (205) 669-1877 or wanda.bowden@safehouse.org
(State Hotline for help:  1-800-650-6522)
 

The mission of Safe House is to empower survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault by breaking the cycle of violence and preventing future incidents of abuse through the provision of shelter, education, and supportive services throughout the community. FWS job opportunities include the following:  front desk office support, public relations/fundraising, recreational/child care assistance, shelter support/aide. An orientation/training session is required.  Updated 9/28/2009   BACK TO THE TOP


SALVATION ARMY YOUTH SERVICES
6001 Crestwood Blvd., Birmingham, AL 35212
Contact Person:  Carol Jordan at (205) 595-1983

  The mission of this agency is to provide for the care, welfare, safety and security of all children served while displaying the principles of honor, accountability, teamwork, responsibility, honesty and Christianity.  FWS job opportunities include tutoring (basic reading, math, computer, etc.), answering phones/greeter; ministries in the following areas - puppetry, choir, chapel services, drama, and dance.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 8/01/02  BACK TO THE TOP


SAMFORD CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER
800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229, PO Box 292303
Contact Person: Alayna Tippen at (205) 726-4113 or actippen@samford.edu

The mission of the CLC is to provide a homelike environment of Christian nature, love each child and family, serve as a state-of-the-art laboratory school model of early intervention that serves all children, including those who have disabilities. FWS job opportunities include working with the children as a reading tutor (see America Reads at the top).   Updated 11/06/2008  BACK TO THE TOP


SAV-A-LIFE
1480 McGuire Road, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Contact Person: Connie Jones at (205) 979-0302 or connie.jones@savalife.org

The mission of Sav-A-Life is to assist women in crisis situations, aide those in crisis pregnancy through one-on-one counseling, medical testing, ultra sounds and mentoring programs.  FWS job opportunities available include clerical; receptionist; maintenance and data entry. Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP



SEX AND FAMILY EDUCATORS - S.A.F.E., Inc.
900 Oak Grove Road, Homewood, AL 35209
Contact Person:  Renee Williams at (205) 290-0333 or renee_w@bellsouth.net

The mission of SAFE is to teach abstinence until marriage as the expected normal behavior for unmarried people.  FWS job opportunities include office assistance, instructors, and development.  Updated 08/16/2004   BACK TO THE TOP


SHADES VALLEY ACTIVE DAY REHABILITATION CENTER
3525 Independence Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact Person: Heather Atkins at (205) 879-4311

Active Services Corporation logo The mission of this organization is to develop the nation's leading adult day health company and to provide superior outcomes for our clients.  FWS job opportunities include assisting with groups through arts/crafts and cards/games, assisting with feeding and serving meals/snacks, filing and answering phones, and interacting with the elderly. BACK TO THE TOP


SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
2001 - 12th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35285
Contact Person:  Wilhelmina K. Williams at (205) 801-2071 or wilhelmina.williams@ssa.gov

The mission of the Social Security Administration is to promote the economic security of the nation's people through compassionate and vigilant leadership in shaping and managing America's social security programs.   FWS job opportunities include clerical work, data entry, faxing, photocopying, filing, mail and other duties as assigned.    Updated 01/25/07  BACK TO THE TOP

SUCCESS STORY
600 24th Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203 (Mail to:  PO Box 530582, Birmingham, AL 35253)
Contact Person: Rebecca Irvin at (205) 323-4277 or 290-0345

  The mission of Success Story is to assist families living in poverty to become self-sufficient if they so desire.  FWS job opportunities available include assisting in the after-school program with homework and activities by being a mentor, as well as assisting their families.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  BACK TO THE TOP

ST. ANDREW'S PLACE
1024 12th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person:  Yolanda Johnson or Harrison B. Black at (205) 322-4439 or yolanda.johnson@saintandrewsplace.org

  The mission of St. Andrew's Foundation is: It is a nonprofit organization existing for the purpose of providing permanent residence, ensuring basic necessities, care, socialization, training, and maintenance skills for adults with mental retardation. We help our residents fully integrate into the community to ensure the right to enjoy life and make a positive contribution to society. FWS job opportunities include Assistant to Operations Director. This position will assist with reviews of all aspects of Individual Service Plans.Skills sets include use of Microsoft Word, light typing and filing. Students with an interest in psychology, counseling, social work, and developmental disabilities would be best suited for the job. Updated 01/25/07   BACK TO THE TOP

ST. ANNE'S HOME
2772 Hanover Circle, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact Person: Amy Dunn at (205) 933-2402 or amystannes@bhamm.rr.com

 

The mission of St. Anne's Home is to provide a drug and alcohol free environment for women 19 years of age and older who are recovering from chemical dependency.  FWS job opportunities include transportation, answering phones, office work, menu planning, grocery shopping, house repairs, cleaning, yard work, and fundraisers.  Updated 9/28/2009 BACK TO THE TOP

UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY (UCP of Greater Birmingham)/Hand in Hand, A Learning Environment for Children
120 Oslo Circle, Birmingham, AL 35211
Contact Person: Jeanne H. McKee at (205) 944-3904 or jeannem@ucpbham.com

United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Birmingham logo

The mission of UCP is to provide a life of independence and inclusion to children and adults with disabilities.  FWS job opportunities available include UCP's Hand in Hand Early Learning Program serves 140 children age 6 weeks to 5 years of age. The program is in need of students who would be interested in working as Teaching Assistants in classrooms that contain children with disabilities as well as typically developing children. This is a wonderful training opportunity for Early Childhood Education students or students in other related fields.  Updated 9/28/2009   BACK TO THE TOP



VULCAN PARK FOUNDATION
1701 Valley View Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact Person: Pinkye Skewes at (205) 933-1409 ext. 25 or pskewes@vulcanpark.org

United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Birmingham logo The mission of the Vulcan Park Foundation is to preserve Vulcan and Vulcan Park as symbols of Birmingham to their previous glory; to create a world-class Vulcan Education Center that will tell the story of the statue and the region; and to design a place that resonates with regional significance and operates it as a premiere attraction.  FWS job opportunities include 1 student needed to answer incoming calls, greet visitors, and other duties as assigned.  Updated 11/03/2004  BACK TO THE TOP

Whatley 21st Century Community Education Learning Center
549 43rd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact Person: Lalicia Bates @ 205-231-3853 or whatley21stcentury@bhamcityschools.org

  The mission of the Whatley Learning Center is to help students academically and various other things. FWS job opportunities include tutors, aide, computer instructors, foreign language instructors, and athletics' instructors/assistants. Updated 01/11/07  BACK TO THE TOP

WORKSHOPS, INC. (Workshops for the Blind and Disabled, Inc.)
4244 3rd Avenue South, Birmingham or 240 Commerce Pkwy, Pelham
Contact Person: Jim Crim at (205) 592-9683 or jim@workshopsinc.com

Workshops Inc logo

The mission of Workshops, Inc. is to provide job training to adults who have severe disabilities.   FWS job opportunities include supervision, clerical, research, etc. Updated 11/25/2008  BACK TO THE TOP


YMCA OF BIRMINGHAM (Downtown)
2101 4th Avenue N., Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person:  Jayme Creamer at (205) 324-4563 or jmengel@ymcabham.org or Felicia Stewart

YMCA OF BIRMINGHAM (Youth Center)
2400 7th Avenue N., Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person:  Coretta S. Bailey at (205) 324-4563/323-5389 or cbailey@ymcabham.org

YMCA OF BIRMINGHAM (Northeast)
628 Red Lane Road, Birmingham AL, 35215
Contact Person:  Terri A. Kelley/Sophia Glenn at (205) 833-7616 or tkelley@ymcabham.org or sglenn@ymcabham.org

YMCA OF BIRMINGHAM (Shades Valley)
3551 Montgomery Highway, Birmingham AL, 35209
Contact Person:  Cham Norman at (205) 870-9622 or cnorman@ymcabham.org

YMCA OF BIRMINGHAM (Vestavia)
2086 Columbiana Road, Birmingham AL, 35216
Contact Person:  Cindy Amundsen at (205) 823-0144 or camundsen@ymcabham.org

The mission of the YMCA is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy body, mind, and spirit for all.  FWS job opportunities at the Shades Valley YMCA includes fitness/health related and childcare positions. Updated 9/28/2009 (Shades Valley) BACK TO THE TOP



YOUTHSERVE, INC.
2717 17th Avenue South, Suite 105, Birmingham, AL 35233
Contact Person:  Aisha Holmes at (205) 521-6651 or aisha@youthservebham.org

The mission of YouthServe, Inc. is to promote youth volunteerism and leadership while giving young people the tools to make positive differences in their communities. FWS job opportunities available is a Service Education Program Assistant.  Updated 1/31/07  BACK TO THE TOP

YWCA (Downtown)
309 North 23rd Street, Birmingham, AL 35203
Contact Person: Dora Ivey at (205) 322-9922

YWCA of Birmingham logo The mission of the YWCA is to empower women and eliminate racism.  FWS job opportunities include child care, women's research center, office work, emergency shelter, crisis line, tutoring, and many more opportunities to create a more caring community.  A trainer/volunteer orientation is required and can be arranged prior to work.  Updated 07/22/02  BACK TO THE TOP

SAMFORD UNIVERSITY 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229

TELEPHONE (800) 888-7245 or (205) 726-2905 FAX (205) 726-2738

HOURS Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm CST SCHOOL CODE 001036

EMAIL ofa@samford.edu WEB www.samford.edu/admin/finaid

 

updated on Tuesday, January 5, 2010 9:34 AM