[Comm-partners] Tuesday Tidbits- Employment & Training
D5 Communications
D5Communications at odhsoha.oregon.gov
Tue Jan 6 10:18:21 PST 2026
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Tuesday Tidbits are short, specific info bites you can use and share to increase collective knowledge of Lane County's wide-ranging community resource landscape.
Below you will find local Employment and Training resources for prospective employees to learn specific skills and information that will help them obtain a job and/or perform well in their jobs.
As always, ODHS staff please visit and bookmark the D5 Community Resources OWL page<https://dhsoha.sharepoint.com/teams/Hub-ODHS-District5/SitePages/Community-Resources.aspx> for resources, flier library and more.
Questions, requests, feedback? Send it our way – D5 Communications D5Communications at odhsoha.oregon.gov<mailto:D5Communications at odhsoha.oregon.gov>
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
[Relief Nursery | Eugene OR]Relief Nursery Employment Opportunity
Hiring for a Bilingual Family Navigator/ISRS Provider in our Springfield, Oregon office to help support Spanish-speaking families.
The Family Navigator role will assist ODHS Child Welfare referrals for parents and families. The Navigator will assist families in completing items of their case plan and/or other services that are supportive to their success. The Family Navigator will respond to referrals and begin support in a timely manner consistent with the contract requirements, complete all documentation/reported as required and participate in any relevant case staffing and/or family meetings.
Interested applicants, please email resume and cover letter to:
Laura Fricke, Family Navigator/ISRS/PSSB Program Supervisor
Laurafr at reliefnursery.org<mailto:Laurafr at reliefnursery.org>
See attached position description for more details
[cid:image023.png at 01DC7EF5.C1AB2B60]<https://www.kidsfirstcenter.net/>Kids FIRST employment opportunities!
They are looking for a Medical Assistant/Case Manager and Bilingual Victim Advocate Case Manager.
Join a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, compassionate care to children and families who experience or witness violence.
Learn more and apply: https://kidsfirst.applicantpool.com/jobs/
TRAINING RESOURCES
[cid:image024.png at 01DC7EF5.C1AB2B60]TransPonder Interview Workshop
14+ LGBTQIA people and allies’ welcome
01/08/2026 5:30pm-7:00pm
Register on Job Skill Program Interest Form https://www.transponderoregon.org/job-skills-program
Location shared with RSVP list. This is an in-person event in Eugene, OR.
[cid:image025.png at 01DC7EF5.C1AB2B60]Empowerment Self-Defense Seminars for Nonprofits
Two-hour seminars are currently offered at a reduced rate for nonprofits and community groups:
Sliding scale from $150-$300.
Get more information or request a training for nonprofit staff, clients, or both, by calling 727-225-2639
See attached flier for more details
[Lane Community College - Wikipedia]Lane Community College- FREE Computer Basics Class English or Spanish
13 January - 19 March 2026
Tuesdays/Thursdays 6-7:50 pm
LCC<https://maps.app.goo.gl/2iyocJEuJBuvDUvT6> Downtown Campus: 101 W. 10th Ave. Eugene
To Register: email careerpathways at lanecc.edu<mailto:careerpathways at lanecc.edu> or call: 541-463-4701
Clase GRATUITA de Computación Básica en Ingles o Español
13 enero - 19 marzo 2026
Martes/Jueves 6-7:50 pm
Campus del centro de LCC<https://maps.app.goo.gl/2iyocJEuJBuvDUvT6>: 101 W. 10th Ave. Eugene
PARA INSCRIBIRSE, careerpathways at lanecc.edu<mailto:careerpathways at lanecc.edu>
a: 541-321-6498
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Fliers also attached
[cid:image026.png at 01DC7EF5.C1AB2B60]<https://lcsnw.org/>Lutheran Community Services Northwest is offering a FREE online citizenship class!
Format: Online via Zoom
Schedule: Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Dates: January 14th – March 18
Cost: Free (registration required)
How to Register: Complete the New Student Form<https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=GV7e6yO0s02mqnAvEN8Rd23DGK81GahGlmDVQXbb1gFUOElaN1MzS1YwNjRPSTYxRENQVUI2TVlVNy4u&route=shorturl>. After submitting, participants will receive a confirmation email with next steps.
Eligibility: Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) may apply for U.S. citizenship:
· 90 days before their 5-year anniversary, or
· 90 days before their 3-year anniversary if married to a U.S. citizen.
For questions or more information, please contact me at oyeager at lcsnw.org<mailto:oyeager at lcsnw.org> or 503-731-9583.
Fliers attached
IMPORTANT REPEAT RESOURCES
[National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Opportunity Starts at Home]<https://namilane.org/>NAMI Lane County is hosting a training to become a mental health advocate & leader
Facilitators lead support groups and classes and support individuals living with a mental health condition and/or family and friends with a loved one living with mental health conditions.
Training dates: January 31st & February 1st via ZOOM
Call 541-343-7688 or email events at namilane.org<mailto:events at namilane.org> for more details or to register
Link to flier: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSTaOnFjRmc/
[cid:image028.png at 01DC7EF5.C1AB2B60]TransPonder Job Skills Social Hour- FREE!
This is a time and place to hang out, network and socialize with fellow job seekers! This is an opportunity to build connections and discuss your job search experience with peers in your community. There will be staff from TransPonder present to lightly facilitate the event. (If you are looking for a more structured space, try one of our support groups: QTBIPOC Group, Trans & Disability Group, Trans Community Support Group, TransParent Group.)
Second Wednesday of the Month | 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location will be sent to RSVP list prior to the event. Free parking available.
18+ LGBTQIA people and allies are welcome.
To register visit: https://www.transponderoregon.org/jssh
[cid:image029.png at 01DC7EF5.C1AB2B60]2026 Career Expo Events — an incredible opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to explore hands-on careers in civil construction.
Students will experience real-world equipment operation, leadership and communication projects, and career exploration activities that showcase the many paths available in the construction trades.
🗓 Event Dates:
February 26 • March 12 • April 16 • May 6–7
🕥 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Lunch provided)
📍 Location: Knife River Training Center
🎟 Registration:
Participation has first come, first served, limited to 20 students per high school.
Register now ➡️ https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3uT6u8bizUOOc7u8_zvzOrU49ML1wMlHvTLauF93J4xUNkZaUU5WOFVaRFAxMzZXODM4RlFZUzhCMi4u
See the link for flier and more details https://www.instagram.com/p/DQCrmAbD__N/
Ready & Prepared Workshop Series
[Eugene, Oregon ...]PLAZA DE NUESTRA COMUNIDAD CLASSES- Adult Education for Latinx Community
*English as a Second Language
*Bilingual Computer skills
*US Citizenship Exam Preparation
*Oregon Drivers License Written exam Preparation
See calendar for event schedules https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SuY_Azmwvcu9y6eZCm-tDu05690m3yht/view
For more information or to register, call (541)686-8483 or See the link:
English:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQ2fwO2E0DacTRoA9hLYdRkUuRvbdIwFig07BndLqHX1OvkA/viewform
Spanish:https://plazacomunidad.org/programs/language-literacy/additional-class-information
PLAZA DE NUESTRA COMUNIDAD- Business Program for Latinx entrepreneurs
A 12-week (36 hours) class with a curriculum specifically designed to help entrepreneurs learn the essentials of starting a business and graduate with a completed business plan. Our goal is to provide entrepreneurs the best possible chance of success by giving them the knowledge they need to succeed. Each client graduates with a completed business plan.
Topics covered include:
* Basic financial literacy
* Market research
* Business accounting
* Marketing and branding
* Legal incorporation and business structures
* Increasing profit margins
* Business administration
* and more…
Visit the website to learn more and get started
English: https://plazacomunidad.org/programs/business
Spanish: https://plazacomunidad.org/programs/business
Community Partners interested in subscribing to this email distribution list, please visit https://omls.oregon.gov/mailman/listinfo/comm-partners to register.
Ashley Holding She/Her/Hers
D5 Program Analyst/Community Partnership Coordinator
Oregon Department of Human Services
Self Sufficiency Program (SSP)
101 30th St, Springfield, OR 97478
Call or Text: 971-388-9077
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