A Guide To Careers In Community Development

Author : Paul Brophy
Publisher : Island Press
ISBN 13 : 9781597263214
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Guide to Careers in Community Development written by Paul Brophy and published by Island Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Community development -- the economic, physical, and social revitalization of a community, led by the people who live in that community -- offers a wide range of exciting and rewarding employment options. But until now, there has been no "road map" for professionals, volunteers, students, or anyone wishing to become involved in the field.A Guide to Careers in Community Development describes the many different kinds of community development jobs available, ranging from community organizing, to financing housing and new businesses, to redeveloping brownfields. It offers advice on how to break into the field along with guidance for career advancement and lateral movement.Following an introductory chapter that offers an overview and definition of community development and its history, the authors describe: different institutions in the field and how they fit together pros and cons of community development careers, with a self-assessment quiz for readers to use in analyzing their suitability for the field the work and skills involved in different kinds of positions how to prepare for and move up in a career how to land that first job Also included are detailed appendixes that provide information on job descriptions with salary ranges; universities and colleges offering community development curricula; training programs; where to look for job announcements; internet resources; internships, fellowships, and volunteer positions; and much more.A Guide to Careers in Community Development is an essential reference for anyone interested in working in the community development field, including graduate and undergraduate students, volunteers, and mid-career professionals seeking a more fulfilling line of work.

Author : Norman Tyler
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 0393732924
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Planning and Community Development written by Norman Tyler and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2010-12-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ideal introduction to community planning for students, planners, local officials, community leaders, and citizens. Two experienced educators offer a general introduction to planning, including the elements of the comprehensive plan, and the tools of plan implementation. Each chapter includes a continuing case study of Rivertown, a fictitious community used for planning exercises. Practical examples and case studies from across the United States supplement the text.

Author : Michael Bayer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118174356
Total Pages : 341 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Becoming an Urban Planner written by Michael Bayer and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-10-20 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Becoming an URBAN PLANNER Are you considering a career in urban planning? Becoming an Urban Planner is the best place to start. Through in-depth interviews with more than eighty urban planners across the United States and Canada, this book gives you a valuable insider’s look at your future profession as it is lived and practiced. Becoming an Urban Planner introduces you to the urban planning profession—its history, what you must know to prepare for a career in planning, and the different types of planning jobs. Beyond the basics, though, it shows you the realities of what it’s really like to be a planner today. You’ll learn about: The skills you’ll need and how to hone them in school and on the job Potential career paths and what people in these positions do Using internships, job shadowing, and other opportunities to break into the field Deciding among planning specialties and moving between public and private sectors How to search for and get your first position Emerging areas in planning, including sustainability and climate change Each topic is explored through in-depth interviews with both generalists and others who have devoted their careers to a particular aspect of planning. These professionals share their insights and describe how they have arrived at where they are and how beginners like you can learn from their experiences. With the information from this book to guide and inspire you, you will be able to chart your own path to success as an urban planner.

Author : Sarah L. Johnson
Publisher : Information Today, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9781573871242
Total Pages : 460 pages
Book Rating : 4.49/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Information Professional's Guide to Career Development Online written by Sarah L. Johnson and published by Information Today, Inc.. This book was released on 2002 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides practical advice on using the Internet to research educational and networking opportunities and to keep current through online conferences and discussion lists. There is also information on reading and contributing to professional literature, applying for scholarships and grants, creating an electronic resume, and researching prospective employers online. Appendices list organizations and publications with an online presence. Nesbeitt is reference/systems librarian at Maxwell Library, Bridgewater State College. Gordon is head of computer services at the Franklin Park Public Library. She is Webmaster of the library career site Lisjobs.com, and founding editor of the Info Career Trends electronic newsletter. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.

Author : Alison Gilchrist
Publisher : Policy Press
ISBN 13 : 1847426891
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.95/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Short Guide to Community Development written by Alison Gilchrist and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the topic of community high on the public agenda, this timely guide provides an introduction to community development, its origins and some of the current trends and challenges. The book also explores how community development can be applied in different practice domains to achieve a range of policy objectives. Accessibly written, it will be essential for students studying a degree or taking a module in the area as well as those already involved in community development and community organising.

Author : Robert P. Giloth
Publisher : SAGE Publications, Incorporated
ISBN 13 : 9780761909149
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Jobs and Economic Development written by Robert P. Giloth and published by SAGE Publications, Incorporated. This book was released on 1998-04-09 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Job-centered economic development" integrates approaches from the fields of economic development, employment training, social services and community development. Its strategies focus on connecting disadvantaged adults and youth to family-supporting jobs in their towns, cities and regional economies, and ensuring that these jobs are sustainable, thus providing the basis for long-term careers. This collection of perspectives helps tie those approaches together into a guide for community development and local economic development professionals.

Author : Joan Axelrod-Contrada
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1438110820
Total Pages : 311 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Career Opportunities in Politics, Government, and Activism written by Joan Axelrod-Contrada and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book tells you everything you need to know to start an career or change the direction of your current career in politics, government, or activism.

Author : Dave E Redekopp
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781988066431
Total Pages : 238 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Strengthening Mental Health Through Effective Career Development written by Dave E Redekopp and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-27 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book makes the case that career development practice is a mental health intervention, and provides skills and strategies to support career development practitioners in their work. It explores how practitioners do more than help people navigate career paths, they change people's lives in ways that improve mental health and overall well-being.

Author : Robert C. Reardon
Publisher : Thomson Brooks/Cole
ISBN 13 : 9780534364724
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Career Development and Planning written by Robert C. Reardon and published by Thomson Brooks/Cole. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text integrates theoretical material and provides a practical slant. The many discussions and exercises enable readers to explore their own career issues in order to learn practical approaches to career planning. The authors cover basic career concepts and decision making; social conditions affecting career development such as the global economy and organizational culture; and practical information on implementing a strategic career plan. Many books in this area provide an extensive survey of various theoretical approaches to career planning/development. However, this text constitutes a systematically designed course based on the cognitive information processing model of career problem solving and decision making. This model provides a practical and realistic vehicle to inform students about career planning and management interventions and to accommodate students at different levels of decidedness about their career aspirations.

Author : Maia Gedde
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 113461327X
Total Pages : 395 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Working in International Development and Humanitarian Assistance written by Maia Gedde and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-03-27 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an indispensable career guide for everyone wanting to work in or already working in the international development and humanitarian emergencies sector. It provides a general introduction and insight into the sector, for those exploring it as a potential career, and offers students up-to-date advice when choosing a course, whether it’s at undergraduate or postgraduate level. Should they study International Development, or will Public Health, Environmental studies or Media get them closer to where they want to get? This book offers graduates or career changers who are new to the sector an understanding of what skills and experience will make them stand out above the competition and get that job. It enables those already working in the sector to gain a long term view of where they want to go and how they might structure their professional development to gain the skills and competencies necessary to get their career on to an upward trajectory. This book draws heavily on insiders’ advice, case studies and top tips, to provide the reader with various perspectives and insights. How do you become a country director for an international NGO? How can one become a gender mainstreaming expert? What can you do to get in to consultancy? Career trajectories, Career clinics Q&A boxes and the personal planner in the appendix will help you get to where you want to go. It also gives a detailed account of the myriad of careers and specialism available within the sector and methodologically describes the pros and cons of each option. So if you are not sure where you want to go with your career, you will be after you have read this book. Whether it’s Programme Management, becoming an Environmental Advisor, or an Acadmic this book will give you an insight into what the job entails and how you can get in to it. It will be an invaluable guide to all readers, irrespective of their country of origin, who are interested in the sector.