House of Ruth MD
Baltimore, Maryland
Position Summary : The Bilingual Outreach Specialist engages persons experiencing intimate partner and/or sexual violence (IPSV) who also have limited English and are often immigrants. Highly mobile, the Outreach Specialist works in the greater Baltimore area engaging and educating the community about IPSV, services HRM has to offer, and what systems and laws are in place to assist victims and survivors of IPSV. This position also assesses and connects persons experiencing IPSV with safety and stability services at HRM and provides community based resources as needed. As part of HRM’s cross disciplinary community engagement team, the Outreach Specialist takes initiative to seek out communities where new immigrants and underserved survivors live and work and routinely participates in community events to build trust in HRM’s ability to help. The Outreach Specialist’s focus is on engaging survivors of IPSV. Current populations HRM is focused on reaching include the Spanish speaking and Latinx immigrant communities; Urdu speaking South Asian community; Muslim communities; and LGBTQ communities. Community education efforts are aimed at helping family, friends and organizations recognize and refer limited English and immigrant survivors to HRM. All participants served in Bilingual Outreach are victims of IPSV, and have also often experiencing violence during the immigration process, violence in their home country, and community based violence that includes discrimination and hate crimes. Participants have experienced complex traumatic events that shape how they interact with the people around them. The Outreach Specialist must have a firm understanding of trauma, the effects of trauma, engaging traumatized people, and must be comfortable working in a Voluntary Services program model. To meet the needs of the client population, this position must be fluent in English and Spanish, or English and Urdu.
Standard Schedule: Standard hours for this position are Monday- Friday, starting between 8:00am-10:00am and finishing between 4:00pm-6:00pm with flexibility up to 30% of the time to attend to critical work activities occurring in the evening or weekend (resource fairs and events, presentation, meeting with participants with schedule conflicts, etc.). This position is based on site at HRM’s HIghlandtown office. Local travel around the Baltimore Metropolitan area encompasses up to 50% of the position.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provides crisis intervention, safety planning, rights education, systems navigation, empathy and culturally informed support to persons experiencing intimate partner and sexual violence.
As part of the Victim Coordinate Entry (VCE) team, completes intakes for homeless survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence.
Assists clients in gathering/obtaining documentation necessary to quickly and efficiently process assistance requests.
Guides and supports participants to increase self-sufficiency skills, safety, education on domestic violence, and problem solving. Educates participants on self-advocacy skills and advocates on behalf of participants when necessary to achieve participant goals.
Carries out the Community Engagement strategy, reaching out to communities where underserved populations live and work, providing information on IPSV, services available, and systems navigation.
Identifies and reaches out to agencies and organizations that interact with HRM’s underserved populations. Notifies agencies of programming and services available to survivors facilitates partnerships to serve victims and survivors better.
Distributes and inventories food pantry commodities to participants in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
Provides direction and support for volunteers working in the food pantry or at outreach events.
Maintains detailed tracking records for assistance distributed, including timely data entry related to each contact in keeping with program standards.
Provides safety assessment and services to persons seeking crisis assistance in person at the Highlandtown site.
Travels to provide in person triage services for walk in victims at HRM sites, and at safe partner locations in the City.
Visits participants in home environments that have been determined to be safe.
Participates in HRM Service Coordination Team, Community Engagement, and Highlandtown Site meetings. Attends external collaborative meetings on a rotating basis.
Conducts on-site Platicas Informativas groups for participants in the program.
Makes recommendations concerning individual participant’s eligibility for financial assistance and expected termination date from the program.
Provide relief and back-up coverage for the Victim Coordinated Entry and Lethality Assessment Program teams when language services are needed.
Spanish speaking staff members share coverage and triage services at HRM’s Highlandtown office to ensure victim access for Spanish speaking victims and survivors.
Experience/ Requirements:
Two years of paid or volunteer experience providing outreach, training, or victim centered advocacy. Associate degree in Human Services field may substitute for one year experience.
Demonstrated understanding of how trauma impacts vulnerable population through direct service provision with that population.
Oral and written fluency in English and Spanish, or English and Urdu.
Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills with a strong ability to relate to a diverse range of individuals including victims, children, donors, business leaders, human service providers, and donors.
Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and timelines.
Clean driving record, current state driver’s license, and reliable personal transportation.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 20 pounds.
Must pass Criminal Background Check.
Highly Preferred Skills:
Experience in direct service provision with underserved Spanish speaking, Latinx immigrant, South Asian, Muslim, or LGBTQ populations.
Knowledge and understanding of intimate partner and/or sexual violence.
Knowledge of local human services programs/ agencies and housing resources.
Position Summary : The Bilingual Outreach Specialist engages persons experiencing intimate partner and/or sexual violence (IPSV) who also have limited English and are often immigrants. Highly mobile, the Outreach Specialist works in the greater Baltimore area engaging and educating the community about IPSV, services HRM has to offer, and what systems and laws are in place to assist victims and survivors of IPSV. This position also assesses and connects persons experiencing IPSV with safety and stability services at HRM and provides community based resources as needed. As part of HRM’s cross disciplinary community engagement team, the Outreach Specialist takes initiative to seek out communities where new immigrants and underserved survivors live and work and routinely participates in community events to build trust in HRM’s ability to help. The Outreach Specialist’s focus is on engaging survivors of IPSV. Current populations HRM is focused on reaching include the Spanish speaking and Latinx immigrant communities; Urdu speaking South Asian community; Muslim communities; and LGBTQ communities. Community education efforts are aimed at helping family, friends and organizations recognize and refer limited English and immigrant survivors to HRM. All participants served in Bilingual Outreach are victims of IPSV, and have also often experiencing violence during the immigration process, violence in their home country, and community based violence that includes discrimination and hate crimes. Participants have experienced complex traumatic events that shape how they interact with the people around them. The Outreach Specialist must have a firm understanding of trauma, the effects of trauma, engaging traumatized people, and must be comfortable working in a Voluntary Services program model. To meet the needs of the client population, this position must be fluent in English and Spanish, or English and Urdu.
Standard Schedule: Standard hours for this position are Monday- Friday, starting between 8:00am-10:00am and finishing between 4:00pm-6:00pm with flexibility up to 30% of the time to attend to critical work activities occurring in the evening or weekend (resource fairs and events, presentation, meeting with participants with schedule conflicts, etc.). This position is based on site at HRM’s HIghlandtown office. Local travel around the Baltimore Metropolitan area encompasses up to 50% of the position.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provides crisis intervention, safety planning, rights education, systems navigation, empathy and culturally informed support to persons experiencing intimate partner and sexual violence.
As part of the Victim Coordinate Entry (VCE) team, completes intakes for homeless survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence.
Assists clients in gathering/obtaining documentation necessary to quickly and efficiently process assistance requests.
Guides and supports participants to increase self-sufficiency skills, safety, education on domestic violence, and problem solving. Educates participants on self-advocacy skills and advocates on behalf of participants when necessary to achieve participant goals.
Carries out the Community Engagement strategy, reaching out to communities where underserved populations live and work, providing information on IPSV, services available, and systems navigation.
Identifies and reaches out to agencies and organizations that interact with HRM’s underserved populations. Notifies agencies of programming and services available to survivors facilitates partnerships to serve victims and survivors better.
Distributes and inventories food pantry commodities to participants in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
Provides direction and support for volunteers working in the food pantry or at outreach events.
Maintains detailed tracking records for assistance distributed, including timely data entry related to each contact in keeping with program standards.
Provides safety assessment and services to persons seeking crisis assistance in person at the Highlandtown site.
Travels to provide in person triage services for walk in victims at HRM sites, and at safe partner locations in the City.
Visits participants in home environments that have been determined to be safe.
Participates in HRM Service Coordination Team, Community Engagement, and Highlandtown Site meetings. Attends external collaborative meetings on a rotating basis.
Conducts on-site Platicas Informativas groups for participants in the program.
Makes recommendations concerning individual participant’s eligibility for financial assistance and expected termination date from the program.
Provide relief and back-up coverage for the Victim Coordinated Entry and Lethality Assessment Program teams when language services are needed.
Spanish speaking staff members share coverage and triage services at HRM’s Highlandtown office to ensure victim access for Spanish speaking victims and survivors.
Experience/ Requirements:
Two years of paid or volunteer experience providing outreach, training, or victim centered advocacy. Associate degree in Human Services field may substitute for one year experience.
Demonstrated understanding of how trauma impacts vulnerable population through direct service provision with that population.
Oral and written fluency in English and Spanish, or English and Urdu.
Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills with a strong ability to relate to a diverse range of individuals including victims, children, donors, business leaders, human service providers, and donors.
Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and timelines.
Clean driving record, current state driver’s license, and reliable personal transportation.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 20 pounds.
Must pass Criminal Background Check.
Highly Preferred Skills:
Experience in direct service provision with underserved Spanish speaking, Latinx immigrant, South Asian, Muslim, or LGBTQ populations.
Knowledge and understanding of intimate partner and/or sexual violence.
Knowledge of local human services programs/ agencies and housing resources.
AIDS Foundation of Chicago
Chicago, Il
AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) mobilizes communities to create equity and justice for people living with and vulnerable to HIV or chronic conditions. We envision a world in which people living with HIV or chronic conditions will thrive, and there will be no new HIV cases. Our work focuses on advancing health equity, preventing new cases of HIV, serving as a collaboration and knowledge center, being a bold voice for change and strengthening our organizational excellence.
Working under the supervision of the Director of Government Relations, and in collaboration with policy and advocacy staff, the Manager of Community Engagement & Education is directly responsible for building new and strengthening existing relationships with AFC’s key constituencies across Illinois, including people living with and vulnerable to HIV, health and social service providers, and community leaders.
The Manager of Community Engagement & Education will develop and implement plans to educate and build advocacy capacity among AFC’s constituents and stakeholders on HIV-related public policy and legislative issues, lead mobilization efforts to influence public policy, expand AFC’s network of grassroots advocates, and provide other supportive functions as needed. The Manager of Community Engagement & Education is responsible for supporting the advancement of sound HIV public policy and must demonstrate a commitment to social justice.
We strongly encourage people with personal experience with HIV, people of color, and queer, trans, and gender non-conforming folks to apply for this position.
The salary range for this role is $45,000 to $55,000 annually.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Engagement
Develop and implement community engagement plans and strategies to ensure involvement of people living with and most impacted by HIV in all aspects of AFC’s advocacy and policy work, including but not limited to development of campaigns and community engagement tactics that advance AFC’s policy and legislative objectives
Identify, mobilize, and build relationships with key AFC constituencies across Illinois with special attention and sensitivity to highly vulnerable, stigmatized, and marginalized populations including (and not limited to) people living with HIV and communities of color
In collaboration with AFC policy and advocacy staff, identify, cultivate relationships with and mobilize civic leaders and organizations in key areas of the state through coordinated legislative and educational campaigns
Work in partnership with Program Development to identify and apply for funds to support community engagement and advocacy related projects
Collaborate with Policy Communications Specialist to develop and implement a plan to grow AFC’s online advocacy network members and their responsiveness to action requests
Deepen relationships with IL-ASAP (Illinois Alliance for Sound AIDS Policy) members and grow membership in Chicago and across the state, prioritizing outreach and engagement of community members from AFC’s Priority Populations.
Community Education
Under the direction of the Director of Government Relations, develop, implement, and monitor state-based mobilization and education campaigns on AFC’s legislative and policy goals
Increase capacity of agencies and individuals to understand relevant policy issues and effectively communicate about such issues to decision-makers through developing, organizing, and facilitating advocacy trainings, workshops, and technical assistance
Liaison as a representative of AFC to community leaders and organizations to educate them on important policy issues and help maintain AFC’s ongoing coalition and campaign work
Create and conduct educational presentations for our communities on a variety of topics including relevant and current HIV public policy issues, and other topics as assigned
Project Management
Manage, train, and closely work with IL-ASAP members to build their leadership and skills in communications, advocacy, legislative outreach, and knowledge on important HIV related policy issues. Manage the onboarding process of new members, with emphasis on recruitment outside of Cook County
Organize several large and small annual policy/advocacy community events, including but not limited to Advocacy Days and AIDS Run & Walk Chicago policy presence.
With guidance from AFC policy and advocacy staff, develop, set, and achieve annual Advocacy Day goals and objectives
Other
Assist department leadership on other project-related matters
Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, and others
Maintain and update job knowledge by participating in training and educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
Protect organization's value and manage risk by keeping information confidential
Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in policy-related field and minimum two (2) or more years’ experience with community engagement, education, and mobilization in HIV health care
OR
5 years of applicable work experience with community engagement, education, and mobilization in HIV health care
Willingness and ability to travel throughout Chicago and Illinois
Preferred Qualifications
Event planning, volunteer coordination and program management experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Experience working with diverse populations, especially communities of color and the LGBTQ+ community, and sensitivity to issues concerning HIV/AIDS and all disabilities required.
Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to provide efficient, quality service to both internal and external partners.
Exceptional verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
Strong time management skills along with problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, establish workload priorities, and meet deadlines.
Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals.
Demonstrated fluency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database entry required.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s License, and the physical ability to operate a car.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to travel statewide and locally up to 50% of the year.
The work environment is representative of that found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 10 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and on the telephone.
AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) mobilizes communities to create equity and justice for people living with and vulnerable to HIV or chronic conditions. We envision a world in which people living with HIV or chronic conditions will thrive, and there will be no new HIV cases. Our work focuses on advancing health equity, preventing new cases of HIV, serving as a collaboration and knowledge center, being a bold voice for change and strengthening our organizational excellence.
Working under the supervision of the Director of Government Relations, and in collaboration with policy and advocacy staff, the Manager of Community Engagement & Education is directly responsible for building new and strengthening existing relationships with AFC’s key constituencies across Illinois, including people living with and vulnerable to HIV, health and social service providers, and community leaders.
The Manager of Community Engagement & Education will develop and implement plans to educate and build advocacy capacity among AFC’s constituents and stakeholders on HIV-related public policy and legislative issues, lead mobilization efforts to influence public policy, expand AFC’s network of grassroots advocates, and provide other supportive functions as needed. The Manager of Community Engagement & Education is responsible for supporting the advancement of sound HIV public policy and must demonstrate a commitment to social justice.
We strongly encourage people with personal experience with HIV, people of color, and queer, trans, and gender non-conforming folks to apply for this position.
The salary range for this role is $45,000 to $55,000 annually.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Engagement
Develop and implement community engagement plans and strategies to ensure involvement of people living with and most impacted by HIV in all aspects of AFC’s advocacy and policy work, including but not limited to development of campaigns and community engagement tactics that advance AFC’s policy and legislative objectives
Identify, mobilize, and build relationships with key AFC constituencies across Illinois with special attention and sensitivity to highly vulnerable, stigmatized, and marginalized populations including (and not limited to) people living with HIV and communities of color
In collaboration with AFC policy and advocacy staff, identify, cultivate relationships with and mobilize civic leaders and organizations in key areas of the state through coordinated legislative and educational campaigns
Work in partnership with Program Development to identify and apply for funds to support community engagement and advocacy related projects
Collaborate with Policy Communications Specialist to develop and implement a plan to grow AFC’s online advocacy network members and their responsiveness to action requests
Deepen relationships with IL-ASAP (Illinois Alliance for Sound AIDS Policy) members and grow membership in Chicago and across the state, prioritizing outreach and engagement of community members from AFC’s Priority Populations.
Community Education
Under the direction of the Director of Government Relations, develop, implement, and monitor state-based mobilization and education campaigns on AFC’s legislative and policy goals
Increase capacity of agencies and individuals to understand relevant policy issues and effectively communicate about such issues to decision-makers through developing, organizing, and facilitating advocacy trainings, workshops, and technical assistance
Liaison as a representative of AFC to community leaders and organizations to educate them on important policy issues and help maintain AFC’s ongoing coalition and campaign work
Create and conduct educational presentations for our communities on a variety of topics including relevant and current HIV public policy issues, and other topics as assigned
Project Management
Manage, train, and closely work with IL-ASAP members to build their leadership and skills in communications, advocacy, legislative outreach, and knowledge on important HIV related policy issues. Manage the onboarding process of new members, with emphasis on recruitment outside of Cook County
Organize several large and small annual policy/advocacy community events, including but not limited to Advocacy Days and AIDS Run & Walk Chicago policy presence.
With guidance from AFC policy and advocacy staff, develop, set, and achieve annual Advocacy Day goals and objectives
Other
Assist department leadership on other project-related matters
Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, and others
Maintain and update job knowledge by participating in training and educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
Protect organization's value and manage risk by keeping information confidential
Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in policy-related field and minimum two (2) or more years’ experience with community engagement, education, and mobilization in HIV health care
OR
5 years of applicable work experience with community engagement, education, and mobilization in HIV health care
Willingness and ability to travel throughout Chicago and Illinois
Preferred Qualifications
Event planning, volunteer coordination and program management experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Experience working with diverse populations, especially communities of color and the LGBTQ+ community, and sensitivity to issues concerning HIV/AIDS and all disabilities required.
Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to provide efficient, quality service to both internal and external partners.
Exceptional verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
Strong time management skills along with problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, establish workload priorities, and meet deadlines.
Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals.
Demonstrated fluency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database entry required.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s License, and the physical ability to operate a car.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to travel statewide and locally up to 50% of the year.
The work environment is representative of that found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 10 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and on the telephone.
AIDS Foundation of Chicago
Chicago
AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) mobilizes communities to create equity and justice for people living with and vulnerable to HIV or chronic conditions. We envision a world in which people living with HIV or chronic conditions will thrive, and there will be no new HIV cases. Our work focuses on advancing health equity, preventing new cases of HIV, serving as a collaboration and knowledge center, being a bold voice for change and strengthening our organizational excellence.
Working under the supervision of the Director of Government Relations, and in collaboration with policy and advocacy staff, the Manager of Community Engagement & Education is directly responsible for building new and strengthening existing relationships with AFC’s key constituencies across Illinois, including people living with and vulnerable to HIV, health and social service providers, and community leaders. The Manager of Community Engagement & Education will develop and implement plans to educate and build advocacy capacity among AFC’s constituents and stakeholders on HIV-related public policy and legislative issues, lead mobilization efforts to influence public policy, expand AFC’s network of grassroots advocates, and provide other supportive functions as needed. The Manager of Community Engagement & Education is responsible for supporting the advancement of sound HIV public policy and must demonstrate a commitment to social justice.
The salary range for this role is $45,000 to $55,000 annually.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Engagement
Develop and implement community engagement plans and strategies to ensure involvement of people living with and most impacted by HIV in all aspects of AFC’s advocacy and policy work, including but not limited to development of campaigns and community engagement tactics that advance AFC’s policy and legislative objectives
Identify, mobilize, and build relationships with key AFC constituencies across Illinois with special attention and sensitivity to highly vulnerable, stigmatized, and marginalized populations including (and not limited to) people living with HIV and communities of color
In collaboration with AFC policy and advocacy staff, identify, cultivate relationships with and mobilize civic leaders and organizations in key areas of the state through coordinated legislative and educational campaigns
Work in partnership with Program Development to identify and apply for funds to support community engagement and advocacy related projects
Collaborate with Policy Communications Specialist to develop and implement a plan to grow AFC’s online advocacy network members and their responsiveness to action requests
Deepen relationships with IL-ASAP (Illinois Alliance for Sound AIDS Policy) members and grow membership in Chicago and across the state, prioritizing outreach and engagement of community members from AFC’s Priority Populations.
Community Education
Under the direction of the Director of Government Relations, develop, implement, and monitor state-based mobilization and education campaigns on AFC’s legislative and policy goals
Increase capacity of agencies and individuals to understand relevant policy issues and effectively communicate about such issues to decision-makers through developing, organizing, and facilitating advocacy trainings, workshops, and technical assistance
Liaison as a representative of AFC to community leaders and organizations to educate them on important policy issues and help maintain AFC’s ongoing coalition and campaign work
Create and conduct educational presentations for our communities on a variety of topics including relevant and current HIV public policy issues, and other topics as assigned
Project Management
Manage, train, and closely work with IL-ASAP members to build their leadership and skills in communications, advocacy, legislative outreach, and knowledge on important HIV related policy issues. Manage the onboarding process of new members, with emphasis on recruitment outside of Cook County
Organize several large and small annual policy/advocacy community events, including but not limited to Advocacy Days and AIDS Run & Walk Chicago policy presence.
With guidance from AFC policy and advocacy staff, develop, set, and achieve annual Advocacy Day goals and objectives
Other
Assist department leadership on other project-related matters
Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, and others
Maintain and update job knowledge by participating in training and educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
Protect organization's value and manage risk by keeping information confidential
Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in policy-related field and minimum two (2) or more years’ experience with community engagement, education, and mobilization in HIV health care
OR
5 years of applicable work experience with community engagement, education, and mobilization in HIV health care
Willingness and ability to travel throughout Chicago and Illinois
Preferred Qualifications
Event planning, volunteer coordination and program management experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Experience working with diverse populations, especially communities of color and the LGBTQ+ community, and sensitivity to issues concerning HIV/AIDS and all disabilities required.
Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to provide efficient, quality service to both internal and external partners.
Exceptional verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
Strong time management skills along with problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, establish workload priorities, and meet deadlines.
Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals.
Demonstrated fluency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database entry required.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s License, and the physical ability to operate a car.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to travel statewide and locally up to 50% of the year.
The work environment is representative of that found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 10 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and on the telephone.
AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) mobilizes communities to create equity and justice for people living with and vulnerable to HIV or chronic conditions. We envision a world in which people living with HIV or chronic conditions will thrive, and there will be no new HIV cases. Our work focuses on advancing health equity, preventing new cases of HIV, serving as a collaboration and knowledge center, being a bold voice for change and strengthening our organizational excellence.
Working under the supervision of the Director of Government Relations, and in collaboration with policy and advocacy staff, the Manager of Community Engagement & Education is directly responsible for building new and strengthening existing relationships with AFC’s key constituencies across Illinois, including people living with and vulnerable to HIV, health and social service providers, and community leaders. The Manager of Community Engagement & Education will develop and implement plans to educate and build advocacy capacity among AFC’s constituents and stakeholders on HIV-related public policy and legislative issues, lead mobilization efforts to influence public policy, expand AFC’s network of grassroots advocates, and provide other supportive functions as needed. The Manager of Community Engagement & Education is responsible for supporting the advancement of sound HIV public policy and must demonstrate a commitment to social justice.
The salary range for this role is $45,000 to $55,000 annually.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Engagement
Develop and implement community engagement plans and strategies to ensure involvement of people living with and most impacted by HIV in all aspects of AFC’s advocacy and policy work, including but not limited to development of campaigns and community engagement tactics that advance AFC’s policy and legislative objectives
Identify, mobilize, and build relationships with key AFC constituencies across Illinois with special attention and sensitivity to highly vulnerable, stigmatized, and marginalized populations including (and not limited to) people living with HIV and communities of color
In collaboration with AFC policy and advocacy staff, identify, cultivate relationships with and mobilize civic leaders and organizations in key areas of the state through coordinated legislative and educational campaigns
Work in partnership with Program Development to identify and apply for funds to support community engagement and advocacy related projects
Collaborate with Policy Communications Specialist to develop and implement a plan to grow AFC’s online advocacy network members and their responsiveness to action requests
Deepen relationships with IL-ASAP (Illinois Alliance for Sound AIDS Policy) members and grow membership in Chicago and across the state, prioritizing outreach and engagement of community members from AFC’s Priority Populations.
Community Education
Under the direction of the Director of Government Relations, develop, implement, and monitor state-based mobilization and education campaigns on AFC’s legislative and policy goals
Increase capacity of agencies and individuals to understand relevant policy issues and effectively communicate about such issues to decision-makers through developing, organizing, and facilitating advocacy trainings, workshops, and technical assistance
Liaison as a representative of AFC to community leaders and organizations to educate them on important policy issues and help maintain AFC’s ongoing coalition and campaign work
Create and conduct educational presentations for our communities on a variety of topics including relevant and current HIV public policy issues, and other topics as assigned
Project Management
Manage, train, and closely work with IL-ASAP members to build their leadership and skills in communications, advocacy, legislative outreach, and knowledge on important HIV related policy issues. Manage the onboarding process of new members, with emphasis on recruitment outside of Cook County
Organize several large and small annual policy/advocacy community events, including but not limited to Advocacy Days and AIDS Run & Walk Chicago policy presence.
With guidance from AFC policy and advocacy staff, develop, set, and achieve annual Advocacy Day goals and objectives
Other
Assist department leadership on other project-related matters
Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, and others
Maintain and update job knowledge by participating in training and educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
Protect organization's value and manage risk by keeping information confidential
Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in policy-related field and minimum two (2) or more years’ experience with community engagement, education, and mobilization in HIV health care
OR
5 years of applicable work experience with community engagement, education, and mobilization in HIV health care
Willingness and ability to travel throughout Chicago and Illinois
Preferred Qualifications
Event planning, volunteer coordination and program management experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Experience working with diverse populations, especially communities of color and the LGBTQ+ community, and sensitivity to issues concerning HIV/AIDS and all disabilities required.
Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to provide efficient, quality service to both internal and external partners.
Exceptional verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
Strong time management skills along with problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, establish workload priorities, and meet deadlines.
Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals.
Demonstrated fluency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database entry required.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s License, and the physical ability to operate a car.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to travel statewide and locally up to 50% of the year.
The work environment is representative of that found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 10 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and on the telephone.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Shoreline, WA
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Water Quality Inspector position. This position is located in our Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA. You will have the opportunity to telework the majority of your time, and should live within a commutable distance to our Shoreline office for in-person meetings, activities, and Seattle for field work.
This position is our program's expert in industrial stormwater permit implementation and enforcement in the Duwamish River watershed, with an emphasis on industrial facilities and contaminated properties. In this position, you will have the opportunity to make a difference by helping to reduce toxics through stormwater management alongside environmental justice initiatives.
The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Please Note: The salary posted above includes the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive due to this position's location in King County. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 17, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 16, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
You will provide statewide leadership and on-the-ground implementation of new and ongoing water quality initiatives involving stormwater and toxic pollutants, so that point and non-point sources of pollution are controlled. This priority work is located on the banks of the Duwamish River, an area of historical industry in a community which has been negatively affected by the environmental, social, and economic impacts of pollution. You will address high-priority toxic pollutants, using both traditional and non-traditional stormwater best management practices. You will work to reduce stormwater pollution in areas that are in close proximity to underserved populations. What you will do:
Plan, coordinate, and conduct inspections and enforcement actions for facilities that fall under the Industrial Stormwater General Permit, Constructions Stormwater General Permit, and Boatyard General Permit.
Help facilities within the Duwamish River estuary reduce the pollutants they discharge to this environment.
Work with the Industrial Stormwater General Permit Implementation team to clarify permit language, and identify and develop tools and guidance to help facilities meet permit requirements.
Develop sampling strategies to identify contaminants that aren't typically found in routine stormwater management and compliance activities.
Conduct compliance assurance activities to leverage compliance with permits, rules, and laws including enforcement actions.
Work with other Water Quality staff to implement and refine statewide initiatives to reduce stormwater pollution, with a focus on reducing pollution in overburdened communities.
Collaborate with professional engineers, planners and hydrogeologists to develop and implement stormwater treatment technologies, toxics reduction plans, and monitoring/assessment strategies.
Co-chair the Duwamish Inspectors Group to ensure work is coordinated among the multiple agencies working in this area. This includes sharing data, reviewing complaints, and identifying facilities for join inspections.
Represent Ecology at technical conferences, stakeholder forums, and public meetings involving stormwater management, toxic pollutant controls, and the Duwamish River.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1 Ten (10) years of education and/ or experience:
Education: involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience: in stormwater management or a related environmental field.
Experience may include a combination of the following:
Investigating environmental complaints or violations
Performing inspections or field investigations
Explaining complex environmental rules or regulations
Recommending compliance or enforcement options
Planning, developing, and conducting data collection, and analyzing the results
Assisting businesses with regulatory requirements, including explaining options for coming into compliance
Conducting scientific studies or environmental data analysis
Option 2
A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in environmental physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied filed.
Six (6) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 3
A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Four (4) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 4
A PhD involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Three (3) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 5 One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 4 at the Department of Ecology. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 10 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 9 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 8 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 7 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 4 years of experience
Combination 7 | A PhD | 3 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must have a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience with industrial stormwater management and treatment under Clean Water Act regulations.
Experience working with toxic pollutants involving chemistry, pollution prevention, or sampling and analysis.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Amy Jankowiak at: Amy.Jankowiak@ecy.wa.gov Please do not contact Amy to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Water Quality Inspector position. This position is located in our Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA. You will have the opportunity to telework the majority of your time, and should live within a commutable distance to our Shoreline office for in-person meetings, activities, and Seattle for field work.
This position is our program's expert in industrial stormwater permit implementation and enforcement in the Duwamish River watershed, with an emphasis on industrial facilities and contaminated properties. In this position, you will have the opportunity to make a difference by helping to reduce toxics through stormwater management alongside environmental justice initiatives.
The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Please Note: The salary posted above includes the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive due to this position's location in King County. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 17, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 16, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
You will provide statewide leadership and on-the-ground implementation of new and ongoing water quality initiatives involving stormwater and toxic pollutants, so that point and non-point sources of pollution are controlled. This priority work is located on the banks of the Duwamish River, an area of historical industry in a community which has been negatively affected by the environmental, social, and economic impacts of pollution. You will address high-priority toxic pollutants, using both traditional and non-traditional stormwater best management practices. You will work to reduce stormwater pollution in areas that are in close proximity to underserved populations. What you will do:
Plan, coordinate, and conduct inspections and enforcement actions for facilities that fall under the Industrial Stormwater General Permit, Constructions Stormwater General Permit, and Boatyard General Permit.
Help facilities within the Duwamish River estuary reduce the pollutants they discharge to this environment.
Work with the Industrial Stormwater General Permit Implementation team to clarify permit language, and identify and develop tools and guidance to help facilities meet permit requirements.
Develop sampling strategies to identify contaminants that aren't typically found in routine stormwater management and compliance activities.
Conduct compliance assurance activities to leverage compliance with permits, rules, and laws including enforcement actions.
Work with other Water Quality staff to implement and refine statewide initiatives to reduce stormwater pollution, with a focus on reducing pollution in overburdened communities.
Collaborate with professional engineers, planners and hydrogeologists to develop and implement stormwater treatment technologies, toxics reduction plans, and monitoring/assessment strategies.
Co-chair the Duwamish Inspectors Group to ensure work is coordinated among the multiple agencies working in this area. This includes sharing data, reviewing complaints, and identifying facilities for join inspections.
Represent Ecology at technical conferences, stakeholder forums, and public meetings involving stormwater management, toxic pollutant controls, and the Duwamish River.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1 Ten (10) years of education and/ or experience:
Education: involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience: in stormwater management or a related environmental field.
Experience may include a combination of the following:
Investigating environmental complaints or violations
Performing inspections or field investigations
Explaining complex environmental rules or regulations
Recommending compliance or enforcement options
Planning, developing, and conducting data collection, and analyzing the results
Assisting businesses with regulatory requirements, including explaining options for coming into compliance
Conducting scientific studies or environmental data analysis
Option 2
A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in environmental physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied filed.
Six (6) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 3
A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Four (4) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 4
A PhD involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Three (3) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 5 One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 4 at the Department of Ecology. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 10 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 9 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 8 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 7 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 4 years of experience
Combination 7 | A PhD | 3 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must have a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience with industrial stormwater management and treatment under Clean Water Act regulations.
Experience working with toxic pollutants involving chemistry, pollution prevention, or sampling and analysis.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Amy Jankowiak at: Amy.Jankowiak@ecy.wa.gov Please do not contact Amy to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
AIDS Foundation of Chicago
Chicago, IL
The Housing System Navigation Specialist will ensure coordination of housing navigation services within the Coordinated Entry System (CES). CES serves households that experience homelessness in Chicago. The HSN Specialist will collaborate with partnering agencies who provide navigation services for CES which includes connecting navigation providers with one another and with housing providers throughout the Chicago Continuum of Care (CoC). The HSN Specialist will promote successful housing outcomes for CES participants by providing resources and ongoing support to housing system navigators. Center for Housing and Health (CHH) is a supporting organization of the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. The salary for this role is $40,000 to $47,000 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Project Coordination
Serve as the first person of contact for inquiries about navigation services
Coordinate navigation referrals with navigation agencies, Chicago Continuum of Care (CoC) housing providers and the CES matching team
Work with agencies that have navigators on-staff in providing regular technical assistance to navigators to ensure successful housing outcomes for program participants
Seek regular input from navigation project leadership to improve navigation services
Share necessary feedback with project partners regarding challenges and accomplishments
Develop, refine and implement materials such as scripts and consumer guides for navigators, CES participants and external stakeholders
In collaboration with the Program Manager and CES team, make recommendations based on federal, state, and local policies and procedures for CHH and Chicago Continuum of Care (CoC) programs
Create and maintain detailed project documentation and data collection plans and reports
Quality Assurance and Data Entry
Monitor data for quality control, correct missing or incorrect data on quarterly (i.e., IDHS, HMIS) and yearly reports (i.e., APR HUD)
Complete data entry in HMIS and the internal CHH Database, as needed
Manage CES data related to navigation services to understand areas of improvement and overall navigation performance.
Conduct site visits to CES assessment sites
Meetings and Training Facilitation
Lead monthly navigation service meetings
Provide onboarding support and training to new system navigators by providing a CES overview, review roles and responsibilities and offer best practices and likely scenarios
Attend CES Implementation Team meetings and thought leadership in the ongoing development of the CES Action Plan
Assist with preparation and development of SIT meetings for special populations to ensure adequate connection to navigation services
Attend required conferences, trainings, and webinars
Offer presentations on navigation services to key stakeholder groups including educating external systems as needed
Other
Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk, and other special events
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, participating in professional organizations
Protect organization's value and manage risk by keeping information confidential
Perform other duties as assigned
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assignment of duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION) Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 1 or more years of Human Services experience OR 3 or more years Human Services experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field
1 or more years Case Management experience
1 or more years Homeless Services experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability and willingness to take ownership of work activities and ensure that they are completed accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner
Ability to provide efficient, quality service to both internal and external customers
Ability to assess client needs, create plans (i.e., care plans, service plans, treatment plans), facilitate referrals, and follow-up in order to address barriers and ensure service is continuous and comprehensive
Ability to define, diagnose, and resolve problems
Ability to use computer and web-based systems (e.g., PC-based tools, Microsoft applications, Web-based applications) to input, access, modify, or output information or to execute programs or analysis
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None. WORK ENVIRONMENT + PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment is representative of that found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 10 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
The Housing System Navigation Specialist will ensure coordination of housing navigation services within the Coordinated Entry System (CES). CES serves households that experience homelessness in Chicago. The HSN Specialist will collaborate with partnering agencies who provide navigation services for CES which includes connecting navigation providers with one another and with housing providers throughout the Chicago Continuum of Care (CoC). The HSN Specialist will promote successful housing outcomes for CES participants by providing resources and ongoing support to housing system navigators. Center for Housing and Health (CHH) is a supporting organization of the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. The salary for this role is $40,000 to $47,000 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Project Coordination
Serve as the first person of contact for inquiries about navigation services
Coordinate navigation referrals with navigation agencies, Chicago Continuum of Care (CoC) housing providers and the CES matching team
Work with agencies that have navigators on-staff in providing regular technical assistance to navigators to ensure successful housing outcomes for program participants
Seek regular input from navigation project leadership to improve navigation services
Share necessary feedback with project partners regarding challenges and accomplishments
Develop, refine and implement materials such as scripts and consumer guides for navigators, CES participants and external stakeholders
In collaboration with the Program Manager and CES team, make recommendations based on federal, state, and local policies and procedures for CHH and Chicago Continuum of Care (CoC) programs
Create and maintain detailed project documentation and data collection plans and reports
Quality Assurance and Data Entry
Monitor data for quality control, correct missing or incorrect data on quarterly (i.e., IDHS, HMIS) and yearly reports (i.e., APR HUD)
Complete data entry in HMIS and the internal CHH Database, as needed
Manage CES data related to navigation services to understand areas of improvement and overall navigation performance.
Conduct site visits to CES assessment sites
Meetings and Training Facilitation
Lead monthly navigation service meetings
Provide onboarding support and training to new system navigators by providing a CES overview, review roles and responsibilities and offer best practices and likely scenarios
Attend CES Implementation Team meetings and thought leadership in the ongoing development of the CES Action Plan
Assist with preparation and development of SIT meetings for special populations to ensure adequate connection to navigation services
Attend required conferences, trainings, and webinars
Offer presentations on navigation services to key stakeholder groups including educating external systems as needed
Other
Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk, and other special events
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, participating in professional organizations
Protect organization's value and manage risk by keeping information confidential
Perform other duties as assigned
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assignment of duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION) Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 1 or more years of Human Services experience OR 3 or more years Human Services experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field
1 or more years Case Management experience
1 or more years Homeless Services experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability and willingness to take ownership of work activities and ensure that they are completed accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner
Ability to provide efficient, quality service to both internal and external customers
Ability to assess client needs, create plans (i.e., care plans, service plans, treatment plans), facilitate referrals, and follow-up in order to address barriers and ensure service is continuous and comprehensive
Ability to define, diagnose, and resolve problems
Ability to use computer and web-based systems (e.g., PC-based tools, Microsoft applications, Web-based applications) to input, access, modify, or output information or to execute programs or analysis
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None. WORK ENVIRONMENT + PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment is representative of that found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 10 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.