Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s Russian Oregon Social Services (ROSS) serves the Russian-speaking population in Portland and Southwest Washington. ROSS provides services such as English (ESL) classes, citizenship preparation classes, community orientation, agency referrals, domestic violence services, mental health counseling, breast health education, dental care and pro-bono legal consultations.
ESL Instructor - Teach English as a Second Language to Russian-speaking immigrants.
Citizenship Instructor - Teach Citizenship classes and help Russian-speaking immigrants/refugees become self-sufficient citizens of American society.
In-Home Tutor - Spend time one-on-one with a Russian speaking person or family, helping to develop and improve their English skills.
Mentor - Mentor Russian-speaking victims of domestic violence.
Office Assistant - Assist in the office; knowledge of Russian is required.
Pro-bono Attorney - Provide legal consultations.
Child Care - Provide child care twice a month for two hours for domestic violence support group participants.
There is a great need in our community for mentors for Russian-speaking youth ages 12-18. What are the requirements to be a mentor?
- We are looking for someone who wants to be a tutor, role model, coach, guide, advocate and friend.
- We accept both male and female mentors, but women are especially needed.
- Mentors must be 18 years or older.
- A background check is required.
Please contact Nichole Trone, ROSS youth development specialist, at (503) 777-3437 or ntrone@emoregon.org. You may also contact Sean Miller, volunteer coordinator at Lutheran Community Services, at (503) 231-7480, ext. 672, to become a mentor.
We look forward to meeting you.
Yelena Hansen, Program Manager
4033 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR 97202
phone: (503) 777-3437
fax: (503) 777-6545
email: ross@emoregon.org
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