$45,704 or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits .
James City County’s Colonial Community Corrections Agency is seeking an individual to perform independent responsible work through the use of sound judgment and discretion in the assessment of criminogenic needs of inmates returning to the local community. This professional will assist inmates in a successful transition into the community; and will also supervise a caseload of recently incarcerated probationers in accordance with Evidence Based Practices (EBP), supervision guidelines, and standards set by local policy and as established by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).
Responsibilities:
Conduct interviews, assessments, and evaluations of inmates located in the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail to determine appropriate level of client supervision and services required for appropriate transition back into the community.
Develop and coordinate evidence based programming both within Colonial Community Corrections and the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail.
Facilitate MRT groups; provide other cognitive behavioral curriculum and serve as a liaison to the local Reentry Council and other relevant teams and sub-committees.
Provide and prepare oral and written progress reports as appropriate.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, behavioral sciences, rehabilitation counseling, or related field and experience in adult probation, social services, criminal justice, or related field.
Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on County criteria.
Considerable knowledge of theories and practices of social case work and reentry efforts.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain working effective working relationships with other professional groups within and outside local government agencies.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM EST on 03/08/2024. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered. Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov
Feb 23, 2024
Full time
$45,704 or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits .
James City County’s Colonial Community Corrections Agency is seeking an individual to perform independent responsible work through the use of sound judgment and discretion in the assessment of criminogenic needs of inmates returning to the local community. This professional will assist inmates in a successful transition into the community; and will also supervise a caseload of recently incarcerated probationers in accordance with Evidence Based Practices (EBP), supervision guidelines, and standards set by local policy and as established by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).
Responsibilities:
Conduct interviews, assessments, and evaluations of inmates located in the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail to determine appropriate level of client supervision and services required for appropriate transition back into the community.
Develop and coordinate evidence based programming both within Colonial Community Corrections and the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail.
Facilitate MRT groups; provide other cognitive behavioral curriculum and serve as a liaison to the local Reentry Council and other relevant teams and sub-committees.
Provide and prepare oral and written progress reports as appropriate.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, behavioral sciences, rehabilitation counseling, or related field and experience in adult probation, social services, criminal justice, or related field.
Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on County criteria.
Considerable knowledge of theories and practices of social case work and reentry efforts.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain working effective working relationships with other professional groups within and outside local government agencies.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM EST on 03/08/2024. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered. Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At The Humane League (THL), how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
In 2022, The Humane League launched the Animal Policy Alliance (APA), a national network of state and local animal protection and food policy advocacy groups in the US that include animals raised for food among their legislative priorities. Their mission is to unite to end large scale animal cruelty through policy change. To accomplish this mission, the APA works to facilitate sharing of resources and best practices, provide trainings, develop and coordinate strategies for public policy campaigns and provide the capacity building and support necessary for those strategies to succeed.
As the Animal Policy Alliance Program Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the growth and operation of the APA. You will be accountable for working as part of a small team to develop and oversee the Alliance’s member support and recruitment strategies, coordinate and implement the development of resources and trainings, coordinate APA members around strategic policy objectives, and publicly represent the Alliance. This position reports directly to the Director of Public Policy.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position requires domestic travel for an annual staff retreat, conferences, and to meet with alliance members, this is equivalent to approximately 3-6 trips per year.
We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.
We will be holding a webinar on January 30, 2024 at 5:00pm PT/6:00pm MT/7:00pm CT/8:00pm ET for you to find out more about the role and ask any questions you may have. The webinar will be hosted by Gabriel Wildgen, Director of Public Policy and Michelle Strickland-Kucerak, SVP, Programs and Public Polciy. If you’re interested, please register here . As a webinar, you’ll only be able to see the presenter and not others watching. The webinar will be recorded and available here by February 1, 2024.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Alliance Development and Support
Plays a lead role in developing executing the Alliance’s member support strategies, including hosting various events, trainings, mentorship programs, webinars, and other resources that will improve member group’s ability to effectively grow their political power and advocate for legislative change for animals raised for food.
Establishes and maintains relationships with APA member groups while employing a high level of emotional intelligence. This includes fielding incoming communications and sending updates to coalition members.
Advises on and contributes to the development of the APA website, and updates the website as needed. This includes supporting the development and maintenance of a resources database for local and state-level animal protection groups that will be hosted on the Alliance website. This database will include but not be limited to templates for legislative fact sheets, lobbying materials, action alert templates, capacity-building tools, and links to external resources.
Onboards member groups, including adding them to APA communication platforms, uploads member data, provides access to resource databases as well as other supporting materials and services.
In partnership with colleagues on the THL Public Policy team, supports the coordination of member groups around local, state and national public policy campaigns.
Assists as needed in the operation of a grant program for Alliance members, including communications with members about grants.
Uses and manages Salesforce to facilitate APA CRM.
Plays a key role in evaluating member groups’ capacity, capabilities, and needs. This includes collecting, organizing, and maintaining documentation and data on Alliance member groups.
Supports the launch of new organizations that will be members of the APA.
Communications
Manages communications platforms for the Alliance, including Google Groups and potentially Slack; maintains and updates communications protocols for the Alliance.
Curates content for and drafts a monthly newsletter for APA members.
Events
In partnership with THL event planning staff, plans and implements the APA’s annual national summit, webinars, and training events, including development, procurement of content and recruitment of speakers for these events.
Recruits experts and manages contract work with them in developing specialized public policy advocacy trainings and webinars.
Plans and facilitates strategic discussions at the annual APA Summit, as well as on APA conference calls, Google Group communications, and online APA chat forums such as Slack.
Other Responsibilities
Eventually supports the work of a (yet to be established) 501(c)(4) advocacy entity affiliated with THL and Alliance members’ public policy work. This will include tracking all time spent working on tasks for the 501(c)(4).
Tracks and reports time supporting the planning and coordination of lobbying activities, and potentially registers as a lobbyist, where applicable.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to communicate directly and respectfully with colleagues and external stakeholders. Exceptional listening skills and the ability to effectively communicate information to ensure comprehension and prevent or resolve disputes
Share The Humane League's dedication to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the animal protection movement.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess most, if not all the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional or non-professional experience in positions related to public policy and/or animal protection advocacy, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Some level of experience in event planning. Demonstrated knowledge and comprehension or legislative and regulatory processes.
Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate directly and respectfully with colleagues and engage with a wide range of stakeholders and cultures, with a track record of effective external partnerships.
Adaptability: Willingness to adjust plans in response to shifting strategic priorities, new roles and responsibilities, new systems and technologies, process improvements, and policy changes. Ability to quickly problem-solve and pivot to meet the demands of any given situation
Project Management: Solid organization and project management skills with the ability to develop complex projects, plan backwards, and ensure quality end-results are delivered on or ahead of scheduled, without crises.
Highly proficient in using contemporary office software applications. Demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly and objectively.
* This position will close on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
The initial application review will happen after the application closing date above. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Final Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $65,493 - $80,047. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
Jan 19, 2024
Full time
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At The Humane League (THL), how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
In 2022, The Humane League launched the Animal Policy Alliance (APA), a national network of state and local animal protection and food policy advocacy groups in the US that include animals raised for food among their legislative priorities. Their mission is to unite to end large scale animal cruelty through policy change. To accomplish this mission, the APA works to facilitate sharing of resources and best practices, provide trainings, develop and coordinate strategies for public policy campaigns and provide the capacity building and support necessary for those strategies to succeed.
As the Animal Policy Alliance Program Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the growth and operation of the APA. You will be accountable for working as part of a small team to develop and oversee the Alliance’s member support and recruitment strategies, coordinate and implement the development of resources and trainings, coordinate APA members around strategic policy objectives, and publicly represent the Alliance. This position reports directly to the Director of Public Policy.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position requires domestic travel for an annual staff retreat, conferences, and to meet with alliance members, this is equivalent to approximately 3-6 trips per year.
We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.
We will be holding a webinar on January 30, 2024 at 5:00pm PT/6:00pm MT/7:00pm CT/8:00pm ET for you to find out more about the role and ask any questions you may have. The webinar will be hosted by Gabriel Wildgen, Director of Public Policy and Michelle Strickland-Kucerak, SVP, Programs and Public Polciy. If you’re interested, please register here . As a webinar, you’ll only be able to see the presenter and not others watching. The webinar will be recorded and available here by February 1, 2024.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Alliance Development and Support
Plays a lead role in developing executing the Alliance’s member support strategies, including hosting various events, trainings, mentorship programs, webinars, and other resources that will improve member group’s ability to effectively grow their political power and advocate for legislative change for animals raised for food.
Establishes and maintains relationships with APA member groups while employing a high level of emotional intelligence. This includes fielding incoming communications and sending updates to coalition members.
Advises on and contributes to the development of the APA website, and updates the website as needed. This includes supporting the development and maintenance of a resources database for local and state-level animal protection groups that will be hosted on the Alliance website. This database will include but not be limited to templates for legislative fact sheets, lobbying materials, action alert templates, capacity-building tools, and links to external resources.
Onboards member groups, including adding them to APA communication platforms, uploads member data, provides access to resource databases as well as other supporting materials and services.
In partnership with colleagues on the THL Public Policy team, supports the coordination of member groups around local, state and national public policy campaigns.
Assists as needed in the operation of a grant program for Alliance members, including communications with members about grants.
Uses and manages Salesforce to facilitate APA CRM.
Plays a key role in evaluating member groups’ capacity, capabilities, and needs. This includes collecting, organizing, and maintaining documentation and data on Alliance member groups.
Supports the launch of new organizations that will be members of the APA.
Communications
Manages communications platforms for the Alliance, including Google Groups and potentially Slack; maintains and updates communications protocols for the Alliance.
Curates content for and drafts a monthly newsletter for APA members.
Events
In partnership with THL event planning staff, plans and implements the APA’s annual national summit, webinars, and training events, including development, procurement of content and recruitment of speakers for these events.
Recruits experts and manages contract work with them in developing specialized public policy advocacy trainings and webinars.
Plans and facilitates strategic discussions at the annual APA Summit, as well as on APA conference calls, Google Group communications, and online APA chat forums such as Slack.
Other Responsibilities
Eventually supports the work of a (yet to be established) 501(c)(4) advocacy entity affiliated with THL and Alliance members’ public policy work. This will include tracking all time spent working on tasks for the 501(c)(4).
Tracks and reports time supporting the planning and coordination of lobbying activities, and potentially registers as a lobbyist, where applicable.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to communicate directly and respectfully with colleagues and external stakeholders. Exceptional listening skills and the ability to effectively communicate information to ensure comprehension and prevent or resolve disputes
Share The Humane League's dedication to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the animal protection movement.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess most, if not all the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional or non-professional experience in positions related to public policy and/or animal protection advocacy, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Some level of experience in event planning. Demonstrated knowledge and comprehension or legislative and regulatory processes.
Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate directly and respectfully with colleagues and engage with a wide range of stakeholders and cultures, with a track record of effective external partnerships.
Adaptability: Willingness to adjust plans in response to shifting strategic priorities, new roles and responsibilities, new systems and technologies, process improvements, and policy changes. Ability to quickly problem-solve and pivot to meet the demands of any given situation
Project Management: Solid organization and project management skills with the ability to develop complex projects, plan backwards, and ensure quality end-results are delivered on or ahead of scheduled, without crises.
Highly proficient in using contemporary office software applications. Demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly and objectively.
* This position will close on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
The initial application review will happen after the application closing date above. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Final Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $65,493 - $80,047. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
$39,968 - $52,339 / year or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits .
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov .
James City County’s General Services Department seeks an individual to perform experienced work operating and maintaining assigned County building(s), including equipment maintenance and repair, and carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and painting work.
Responsibilities:
Repairs and maintains building systems including planning, designing, estimating, and performing minor construction and renovation projects such as: wall framing and insulating; installing and finishing wallboard; installing doors and windows with locks and hardware, suspended ceilings, and various trims and moldings; painting; and, installing carpet, ceramic, or vinyl floor tile, or ceramic wall tile.
Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance or repair tasks including eliminating water or sewer line blockages; repairing or replacing faucets, valve stems, showerheads, or commodes; repairing various flush mechanisms; installing in-line filters; and repairing or replacing damaged PVC or copper pipes.
Performs administrative tasks such as preparing work orders and recording building maintenance schedules.
Coordinates with outside contractors and county staff regarding repairs and maintenance.
Paints building surfaces with appropriate paint type; performs necessary preparation of wood, sheetrock, concrete, or concrete block surface.
This job is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma
Must possess or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia Driver's License with an acceptable driving record based on James City County criteria.
Knowledge of building maintenance and repair including plumbing; safe and effective use of hand and power tools and other equipment and materials used in building repair and maintenance; principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Skill in developing and maintaining cooperative relationships with employees and the public; effectively responding to routine inquiries and disputes; planning and organizing daily work routine; establishing priorities for the completion of work to meet strict deadlines; use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to use equipment efficiently and economically; use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to make appropriate decisions; listen and understand directions, information and ideas presented verbally or in writing.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM on 12/22/2023. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov .
Dec 05, 2023
Full time
$39,968 - $52,339 / year or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits .
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov .
James City County’s General Services Department seeks an individual to perform experienced work operating and maintaining assigned County building(s), including equipment maintenance and repair, and carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and painting work.
Responsibilities:
Repairs and maintains building systems including planning, designing, estimating, and performing minor construction and renovation projects such as: wall framing and insulating; installing and finishing wallboard; installing doors and windows with locks and hardware, suspended ceilings, and various trims and moldings; painting; and, installing carpet, ceramic, or vinyl floor tile, or ceramic wall tile.
Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance or repair tasks including eliminating water or sewer line blockages; repairing or replacing faucets, valve stems, showerheads, or commodes; repairing various flush mechanisms; installing in-line filters; and repairing or replacing damaged PVC or copper pipes.
Performs administrative tasks such as preparing work orders and recording building maintenance schedules.
Coordinates with outside contractors and county staff regarding repairs and maintenance.
Paints building surfaces with appropriate paint type; performs necessary preparation of wood, sheetrock, concrete, or concrete block surface.
This job is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma
Must possess or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia Driver's License with an acceptable driving record based on James City County criteria.
Knowledge of building maintenance and repair including plumbing; safe and effective use of hand and power tools and other equipment and materials used in building repair and maintenance; principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Skill in developing and maintaining cooperative relationships with employees and the public; effectively responding to routine inquiries and disputes; planning and organizing daily work routine; establishing priorities for the completion of work to meet strict deadlines; use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to use equipment efficiently and economically; use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to make appropriate decisions; listen and understand directions, information and ideas presented verbally or in writing.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM on 12/22/2023. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov .
Reentry Specialist
$21.97 / hour or higher DOQ + Partial County Benefits . Part-time positions available (20 hours/week).
James City County’s Colonial Community Corrections Agency seeks an individual to perform responsible work providing effective case management of citizens reentering society from incarceration.
Responsibilities:
Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine the specific to determine the specific services needed to assist the offender successfully transition from jail to the community.
Develop and coordinate the delivery of services with mental health, medical, substance abuse, educational, vocational, employment, housing, probation, social services, and other agencies as may be necessary for the successful transition of client.
Serve on the Reentry Council and other relevant reentry teams and their sub-committees as deemed necessary.
Facilitate Cognitive therapy groups such as Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) and others.
Provide CCC Director or designee with oral/written reports on progress. Assist in preparing necessary reports for CCC and the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Develop and maintain database on required data elements and be prepared to provide periodic analytic reports on same.
Provide assistance as needed to the Reentry Coordinator.
Requirements
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria.
Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System; and some knowledge of interviewing and assessing client behavior.
Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to display a professional demeanor that is conducive to motivating offender change; ability to adapt, modify and change in accordance with best practices as they are implemented within the agency; plan and organize work; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with court personnel, such as judges, lawyers, commonwealth attorneys, sheriffs, police, and other criminal justice employees.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM EST on 12/15/2023. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov
Dec 05, 2023
Part time
Reentry Specialist
$21.97 / hour or higher DOQ + Partial County Benefits . Part-time positions available (20 hours/week).
James City County’s Colonial Community Corrections Agency seeks an individual to perform responsible work providing effective case management of citizens reentering society from incarceration.
Responsibilities:
Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine the specific to determine the specific services needed to assist the offender successfully transition from jail to the community.
Develop and coordinate the delivery of services with mental health, medical, substance abuse, educational, vocational, employment, housing, probation, social services, and other agencies as may be necessary for the successful transition of client.
Serve on the Reentry Council and other relevant reentry teams and their sub-committees as deemed necessary.
Facilitate Cognitive therapy groups such as Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) and others.
Provide CCC Director or designee with oral/written reports on progress. Assist in preparing necessary reports for CCC and the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Develop and maintain database on required data elements and be prepared to provide periodic analytic reports on same.
Provide assistance as needed to the Reentry Coordinator.
Requirements
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria.
Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System; and some knowledge of interviewing and assessing client behavior.
Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to display a professional demeanor that is conducive to motivating offender change; ability to adapt, modify and change in accordance with best practices as they are implemented within the agency; plan and organize work; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with court personnel, such as judges, lawyers, commonwealth attorneys, sheriffs, police, and other criminal justice employees.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM EST on 12/15/2023. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov
Oregon Health Authority
Salem, OR and Portland, OR HYBRID
Do you have experience developing, implementing, and providing oversight of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about prioritizing community voice throughout iterative improvement cycles from concept and design to implementation and integration? We look forward to hearing from you!
This posting will be used to fill two (2) permanent, full-time positions. These positions are classified as Management Service and are not represented by a union.
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
MEDICAID: Senior Community Engagement Analyst: This position directs a team of community engagement specialists on developing deep, trusting relationships in the community and has extensive skill in community partnership building.
This position defines and leads community engagement workstreams within the 1115 Demonstration Waiver implementation and ensures alignment, integration and collaboration with the 1115 Medicaid Waiver policy analysts who hold accountability for Health Related Social Needs (Housing, Nutrition, Climate) and for Waiver Transition Populations (Child Welfare, Residential Behavioral Health, Youth and Adults leaving Carceral Settings).
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
A Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills can substitute for years of experience.
Example: A Bachelor’s Degree plus five years of applicable professional or lived experience.
Desired Attributes
Preference may be given for the ability to read, write, speak and interpret English and one of the 5 most common languages in Oregon other than English (Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian, and Korean) with full proficiency in a culturally humble manner.
Experience in advancing health equity, including effective delivery of culturally responsive and inclusive services, evidence of ongoing development of personal cultural awareness and humility, and knowledge of social determinants of health and their impacts on health outcomes.
Experience developing, implementing policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and address systemic health disparities, with an emphasis on integrating the voice of consumers with lived experience.
Experience in collaborating with diverse populations most harmed by social injustice and inequities; demonstrated ability to build and steward positive relationships with diverse community groups including communities of color, immigrant groups, the disability community, and other traditionally marginalized communities.
Knowledge about OHA/DHS contracts/interagency agreement administration, procurement, and project management.
Specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes, other applicable regulations, and program requirements.
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid Administration in Oregon, and experience in working with Community Mental Health Programs, Behavioral Health Service Providers, Coordinated Care Organizations or other managed care entities and their leadership to guide operations and policies.
Ability to provide organizational leadership to support inter-and cross-agency collaboration and systems-wide changes that support advocacy, equity, and client-centered policies and solutions.
Specific knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, iterative design, and improvement science.
Strong communication skills across a variety of forms that demonstrate the ability to facilitate appreciative inquiry, foster trust and transparency, and promote human-centered change management.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Expert level Technical Assistance
Policy Advisement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
Systems and Organizational Improvement
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Oct 27, 2023
Full time
Do you have experience developing, implementing, and providing oversight of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about prioritizing community voice throughout iterative improvement cycles from concept and design to implementation and integration? We look forward to hearing from you!
This posting will be used to fill two (2) permanent, full-time positions. These positions are classified as Management Service and are not represented by a union.
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
MEDICAID: Senior Community Engagement Analyst: This position directs a team of community engagement specialists on developing deep, trusting relationships in the community and has extensive skill in community partnership building.
This position defines and leads community engagement workstreams within the 1115 Demonstration Waiver implementation and ensures alignment, integration and collaboration with the 1115 Medicaid Waiver policy analysts who hold accountability for Health Related Social Needs (Housing, Nutrition, Climate) and for Waiver Transition Populations (Child Welfare, Residential Behavioral Health, Youth and Adults leaving Carceral Settings).
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
A Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills can substitute for years of experience.
Example: A Bachelor’s Degree plus five years of applicable professional or lived experience.
Desired Attributes
Preference may be given for the ability to read, write, speak and interpret English and one of the 5 most common languages in Oregon other than English (Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian, and Korean) with full proficiency in a culturally humble manner.
Experience in advancing health equity, including effective delivery of culturally responsive and inclusive services, evidence of ongoing development of personal cultural awareness and humility, and knowledge of social determinants of health and their impacts on health outcomes.
Experience developing, implementing policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and address systemic health disparities, with an emphasis on integrating the voice of consumers with lived experience.
Experience in collaborating with diverse populations most harmed by social injustice and inequities; demonstrated ability to build and steward positive relationships with diverse community groups including communities of color, immigrant groups, the disability community, and other traditionally marginalized communities.
Knowledge about OHA/DHS contracts/interagency agreement administration, procurement, and project management.
Specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes, other applicable regulations, and program requirements.
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid Administration in Oregon, and experience in working with Community Mental Health Programs, Behavioral Health Service Providers, Coordinated Care Organizations or other managed care entities and their leadership to guide operations and policies.
Ability to provide organizational leadership to support inter-and cross-agency collaboration and systems-wide changes that support advocacy, equity, and client-centered policies and solutions.
Specific knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, iterative design, and improvement science.
Strong communication skills across a variety of forms that demonstrate the ability to facilitate appreciative inquiry, foster trust and transparency, and promote human-centered change management.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Expert level Technical Assistance
Policy Advisement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
Systems and Organizational Improvement
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Youth struggle with making decisions, especially about drug use. They may not have reliable resources to learn how substance use can affect their lives, resulting in loss of housing, incarceration, decline in grades, and mental health issues. AACI’s ADAPT program focuses on empowering youth, helping them to make educated decisions.
The Peer Recovery Specialist provides guidance to engage, support, and assist clients in understanding and navigating public support systems. Responsibilities include conducting outreach, facilitating support groups, acting as liaison with community partners, and representing the ADAPT program in the community. No one knows more about the needs of those dealing with substance addiction than those with lived experience.
Salary Range $20.19 - $23.50 Hourly
What we can offer you:
Hybrid Remote Model with company laptop
Realistic caseload
12 Paid Holidays, and a Floating Holiday!
Paid Vacation and Sick time
Comprehensive benefit plan with four Health Plan Options (we pay 95% of premiums!)
403(b) Retirement Plan with match
Additional pay for bilingual staff
Eligibility for the State Loan Forgiveness Program
Free access to Headspace mindfulness application
Education & Experience:
High School equivalent or GED education
Experience with the process of recovery from a mental illness or substance use disorder, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent, caregiver, or family member of a consumer.
Experience providing services to youth and young adults ages 12-21.
Click here to learn more about us and why we are a great fit for you!
Oct 18, 2023
Full time
Youth struggle with making decisions, especially about drug use. They may not have reliable resources to learn how substance use can affect their lives, resulting in loss of housing, incarceration, decline in grades, and mental health issues. AACI’s ADAPT program focuses on empowering youth, helping them to make educated decisions.
The Peer Recovery Specialist provides guidance to engage, support, and assist clients in understanding and navigating public support systems. Responsibilities include conducting outreach, facilitating support groups, acting as liaison with community partners, and representing the ADAPT program in the community. No one knows more about the needs of those dealing with substance addiction than those with lived experience.
Salary Range $20.19 - $23.50 Hourly
What we can offer you:
Hybrid Remote Model with company laptop
Realistic caseload
12 Paid Holidays, and a Floating Holiday!
Paid Vacation and Sick time
Comprehensive benefit plan with four Health Plan Options (we pay 95% of premiums!)
403(b) Retirement Plan with match
Additional pay for bilingual staff
Eligibility for the State Loan Forgiveness Program
Free access to Headspace mindfulness application
Education & Experience:
High School equivalent or GED education
Experience with the process of recovery from a mental illness or substance use disorder, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent, caregiver, or family member of a consumer.
Experience providing services to youth and young adults ages 12-21.
Click here to learn more about us and why we are a great fit for you!
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Junction-City--OHA--Oregon-State-Hospital/Peer-Support-Specialist--Junction-City--Oregon-SR19_REQ-129897-1
Peer Support Specialist - Junction City
Application Deadline 6/18/23
Salary Range $3265-$4913 Monthly
The Oregon State Hospital (Junction City) is searching for a Peer Support Specialist to provide 1:1 peer support to individually requested or intra-departmentally referred patients. Share lived experiences as appropriate to build rapport, validate experiences, and promote social learning through relational exchange.
The Oregon State Hospital has two campuses, one in Salem and one in Junction City. We encourage you to take the time to visit our website to learn more about the important work we do and our Treatment Services department. https://www.oregon.gov/oha/OSH/Pages/index.aspx
What you will do!
This position is to provide direct program support to patients in the implementation of advocacy, patient and OSH staff education, group and individual support, peer-operated services, individual wellness planning, and recovery maintenance in Salem, Oregon. This position provides support to the patient individually by the patient’s request and in a variety of Treatment Mall, Unit-Based, or Community-Based activities. Incumbents can practice independently, using supervision from the Director of Peer Recovery Services.
What's in it for you?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
*This is a full-time, permanent, SEIU represented position.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths and values of the people of Oregon. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information or any other protected class under state or federal law.
What we are looking for!
Develop and facilitate peer-centered, peer-led groups that provide relationship skill-building and support on Treatment Malls, hospital units, and within the community
Support patients in exploring coping and recovery skills to respond to challenges in their treatment and care and navigate institutional and personal recovery journeys in alignment with self-determined values and abilities
Provide education and resources to patients on communication skills, community resources/natural supports, peer support and other related self-advocacy and recovery skills
Encourage patients' development of actions centered in hope and choice
Coordinate with other treatment providers to ensure group delivery and outings are time, space, policy and individually appropriate
Complete appropriate paperwork to verify patient privilege level prior to conducting groups on-grounds and in the community
Assist in development of materials and/or resources that explain peer services and recovery (for both internal and external audiences
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience working with mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, or physically impaired clients.
*Bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social science (e.g. social work, human services, psychology, child development, gerontology, health, or health education) may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Special Qualifications
The incumbent must have completed a recognized Peer Support training and be certified as a Traditional Health Care Worker. Additionally, Intentional Peer Support training will be required for those that do not currently have this certification within 6 months of employment.
Incumbents with experience of legal system involvement or incarceration are encouraged to apply.
Jun 07, 2023
Full time
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Junction-City--OHA--Oregon-State-Hospital/Peer-Support-Specialist--Junction-City--Oregon-SR19_REQ-129897-1
Peer Support Specialist - Junction City
Application Deadline 6/18/23
Salary Range $3265-$4913 Monthly
The Oregon State Hospital (Junction City) is searching for a Peer Support Specialist to provide 1:1 peer support to individually requested or intra-departmentally referred patients. Share lived experiences as appropriate to build rapport, validate experiences, and promote social learning through relational exchange.
The Oregon State Hospital has two campuses, one in Salem and one in Junction City. We encourage you to take the time to visit our website to learn more about the important work we do and our Treatment Services department. https://www.oregon.gov/oha/OSH/Pages/index.aspx
What you will do!
This position is to provide direct program support to patients in the implementation of advocacy, patient and OSH staff education, group and individual support, peer-operated services, individual wellness planning, and recovery maintenance in Salem, Oregon. This position provides support to the patient individually by the patient’s request and in a variety of Treatment Mall, Unit-Based, or Community-Based activities. Incumbents can practice independently, using supervision from the Director of Peer Recovery Services.
What's in it for you?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
*This is a full-time, permanent, SEIU represented position.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths and values of the people of Oregon. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information or any other protected class under state or federal law.
What we are looking for!
Develop and facilitate peer-centered, peer-led groups that provide relationship skill-building and support on Treatment Malls, hospital units, and within the community
Support patients in exploring coping and recovery skills to respond to challenges in their treatment and care and navigate institutional and personal recovery journeys in alignment with self-determined values and abilities
Provide education and resources to patients on communication skills, community resources/natural supports, peer support and other related self-advocacy and recovery skills
Encourage patients' development of actions centered in hope and choice
Coordinate with other treatment providers to ensure group delivery and outings are time, space, policy and individually appropriate
Complete appropriate paperwork to verify patient privilege level prior to conducting groups on-grounds and in the community
Assist in development of materials and/or resources that explain peer services and recovery (for both internal and external audiences
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience working with mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, or physically impaired clients.
*Bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social science (e.g. social work, human services, psychology, child development, gerontology, health, or health education) may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Special Qualifications
The incumbent must have completed a recognized Peer Support training and be certified as a Traditional Health Care Worker. Additionally, Intentional Peer Support training will be required for those that do not currently have this certification within 6 months of employment.
Incumbents with experience of legal system involvement or incarceration are encouraged to apply.
Job Summary
The Clark County Jail Services Department is recruiting for a Support Specialist II position that will work in Jail Records. The Jail Records unit processes court orders, calculates sentences, and processes releases for persons incarcerated in the Clark County Jail. The unit also coordinates fugitive extraditions and manages prisoner transports.
The Support Specialist II performs the full range of administrative support functions including heavy public contact via phones and in person which is typically a major function of these positions. Duties typically include word processing, data entry, basic math calculations, processing forms and other paperwork, and filing. This is the journey or full working level in the Support Specialist series and requires experience in an administrative support role.
Qualifications
Two years of clerical or administrative support experience. Successful completion of post-secondary education or training in office principles and practices can be substituted for the minimum experience (45 credit hours for each year).
The ideal candidate will have the following capabilities and experience:
Proficiency with MS Word, Outlook and Excel, plus have significant exposure to other applications including spreadsheet and database management systems.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of changing daily and weekly tasks, requiring the ability to hand off work to coworkers during shift changes.
Strong oral/written communications and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain and create effective working relationships in a high stress environment.
All combinations of education, experience, and training that demonstrate the ability to perform the work will be considered.
Knowledge of: general office practices, procedures, and technologies; business correspondence techniques and formats including spelling, punctuation, and grammar; basic bookkeeping; and standards for effective communication and interpersonal relations.
Ability to: utilize computers and other standard office equipment; develop and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively with callers, visitors, customers, and the general public; produce timely and quality documents, forms, and reports; use various computer software applications with a high degree of proficiency.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: Sheriff Support.820 $19.13 - $24.49- per hour
Dec 29, 2022
Full time
Job Summary
The Clark County Jail Services Department is recruiting for a Support Specialist II position that will work in Jail Records. The Jail Records unit processes court orders, calculates sentences, and processes releases for persons incarcerated in the Clark County Jail. The unit also coordinates fugitive extraditions and manages prisoner transports.
The Support Specialist II performs the full range of administrative support functions including heavy public contact via phones and in person which is typically a major function of these positions. Duties typically include word processing, data entry, basic math calculations, processing forms and other paperwork, and filing. This is the journey or full working level in the Support Specialist series and requires experience in an administrative support role.
Qualifications
Two years of clerical or administrative support experience. Successful completion of post-secondary education or training in office principles and practices can be substituted for the minimum experience (45 credit hours for each year).
The ideal candidate will have the following capabilities and experience:
Proficiency with MS Word, Outlook and Excel, plus have significant exposure to other applications including spreadsheet and database management systems.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of changing daily and weekly tasks, requiring the ability to hand off work to coworkers during shift changes.
Strong oral/written communications and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain and create effective working relationships in a high stress environment.
All combinations of education, experience, and training that demonstrate the ability to perform the work will be considered.
Knowledge of: general office practices, procedures, and technologies; business correspondence techniques and formats including spelling, punctuation, and grammar; basic bookkeeping; and standards for effective communication and interpersonal relations.
Ability to: utilize computers and other standard office equipment; develop and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively with callers, visitors, customers, and the general public; produce timely and quality documents, forms, and reports; use various computer software applications with a high degree of proficiency.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: Sheriff Support.820 $19.13 - $24.49- per hour
Community Housing Network is seeking COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) Specialists to help process rental assistance applications for households impacted by the pandemic.
About Community Housing Network
Community Housing Network (CHN) is celebrating our 20th anniversary as the leading housing resource nonprofit organization in Southeast Michigan. We serve thousands of families and individuals annually who are facing homelessness, people with disabilities, low-income households, and other vulnerable Michigan Residents.
Our mission is to strengthen communities by connecting people to housing resources. This is achieved through the development of quality affordable housing, vital supportive services, crisis response resources, community collaboration and advocacy. We also develop housing in communities where housing needs to align with community revitalization and redevelopment goals. The principal belief reinforcing everything we do is that people and communities are more successful when everyone - including people struggling with homelessness, those with disabilities and those with low incomes - are included in the fabric of sustainable communities.
Our work is guided by our core values and our culture provides an environment to succeed through: Inclusion, Integrity, Innovation, and Passion.
Community Housing Network is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness which includes:
Creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace to provide better services for participants and staff.
Utilizing a trauma informed approach to build rapport with vulnerable populations.
Making educational resources available related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, all the while providing a platform for conversation.
We are a CARF accredited agency. For the past six years, we have been recognized by the Detroit Free Press as a Top 100 Workplace and have been honored as a Crain’s Detroit Business Cool Place to Work for seven years.
Department: Community Programs Reports to: COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) Team Supervisor Employment Status Classification: Full Time and Part-Time Hourly
Job Description Summary: The CERA Team Specialist is a key member of Community Housing Network’s Community Programs department implementation and management of the federally funded grant COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA). The position is a grant funded position.
Essential Functions:
Engage with tenants and landlords to prevent eviction and housing instability.
Assess the caller’s/landlords needs and eligibility for the CERA program to provide appropriate assistance, referrals, and resources.
Assist potential program participants/Landlords in completing applications for appropriate programs.
Enter details of the call, communication with tenants, landlords or other partners in the appropriate record/file, required secure database, forms, trackers, etc. as directed per workflow.
Schedule follow up appointments as appropriate to provide ongoing assistance and case management services for eligible individuals, as guidelines allow.
Process financial assistance requests for eligible individuals for payment of rent, utilities, or other items.
Participate in team meetings, department meetings, all staff meetings, 1:1 check ins with supervisory as scheduled.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Reliable and secure internet service at employee home location.
Proficient use of Windows Outlook, calendar, email, and other functions
Experience with data entry
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel.
Established personal ethics of dependability, punctuality, productivity, self-discipline, and organizational habits.
Must be self-directed and motivated.
Ability to work independently, demonstrating self-motivation while functioning as a member of a team environment.
Customer Service and case management skill set demonstrating empathy, communication skills, problem solving, active listening, personal responsibility, adaptability, attentiveness, responsiveness, time management and attention to identify details and adjust solutions accordingly.
Documentation of tenant/landlord case details, documents, and notes on a thorough and timely basis.
Collaborative member of team; active participation in team, department and CHN meetings, training, and other required events.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to follow program guidelines and program parameters, while demonstrating flexibility to adapt to changes and deadlines.
Compensation
This is a grant funded position with full time and part time hourly opportunities. As a part time position you will be able to create your own flexible working schedule of 20 to 28 hours per week between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The base hourly pay is $15.00 an hour.
generous paid time off, new employees can earn up to 16 vacation days and 10 paid holidays within the first year.
competitive health, vision, and dental insurance plans as well as flex and dependent care spending accounts
group life and long-term disability
a robust employee assistance program
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
Location
This position will work remotely.
Physical Demands:
While performing the functions of this job, the position is both sedentary and at times requires the ability to be active including standing, bending, lifting and/or arranging files, office products and supplies and may require employee to periodically stand on a short step stool to access files and boxes.
To apply for this position OPEN HERE: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=3aa7a5be-ba3e-4943-9815-6be640408aaa&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=399633&source=CC2&lang=en_US
Apr 14, 2021
Full time
Community Housing Network is seeking COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) Specialists to help process rental assistance applications for households impacted by the pandemic.
About Community Housing Network
Community Housing Network (CHN) is celebrating our 20th anniversary as the leading housing resource nonprofit organization in Southeast Michigan. We serve thousands of families and individuals annually who are facing homelessness, people with disabilities, low-income households, and other vulnerable Michigan Residents.
Our mission is to strengthen communities by connecting people to housing resources. This is achieved through the development of quality affordable housing, vital supportive services, crisis response resources, community collaboration and advocacy. We also develop housing in communities where housing needs to align with community revitalization and redevelopment goals. The principal belief reinforcing everything we do is that people and communities are more successful when everyone - including people struggling with homelessness, those with disabilities and those with low incomes - are included in the fabric of sustainable communities.
Our work is guided by our core values and our culture provides an environment to succeed through: Inclusion, Integrity, Innovation, and Passion.
Community Housing Network is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness which includes:
Creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace to provide better services for participants and staff.
Utilizing a trauma informed approach to build rapport with vulnerable populations.
Making educational resources available related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, all the while providing a platform for conversation.
We are a CARF accredited agency. For the past six years, we have been recognized by the Detroit Free Press as a Top 100 Workplace and have been honored as a Crain’s Detroit Business Cool Place to Work for seven years.
Department: Community Programs Reports to: COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) Team Supervisor Employment Status Classification: Full Time and Part-Time Hourly
Job Description Summary: The CERA Team Specialist is a key member of Community Housing Network’s Community Programs department implementation and management of the federally funded grant COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA). The position is a grant funded position.
Essential Functions:
Engage with tenants and landlords to prevent eviction and housing instability.
Assess the caller’s/landlords needs and eligibility for the CERA program to provide appropriate assistance, referrals, and resources.
Assist potential program participants/Landlords in completing applications for appropriate programs.
Enter details of the call, communication with tenants, landlords or other partners in the appropriate record/file, required secure database, forms, trackers, etc. as directed per workflow.
Schedule follow up appointments as appropriate to provide ongoing assistance and case management services for eligible individuals, as guidelines allow.
Process financial assistance requests for eligible individuals for payment of rent, utilities, or other items.
Participate in team meetings, department meetings, all staff meetings, 1:1 check ins with supervisory as scheduled.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Reliable and secure internet service at employee home location.
Proficient use of Windows Outlook, calendar, email, and other functions
Experience with data entry
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel.
Established personal ethics of dependability, punctuality, productivity, self-discipline, and organizational habits.
Must be self-directed and motivated.
Ability to work independently, demonstrating self-motivation while functioning as a member of a team environment.
Customer Service and case management skill set demonstrating empathy, communication skills, problem solving, active listening, personal responsibility, adaptability, attentiveness, responsiveness, time management and attention to identify details and adjust solutions accordingly.
Documentation of tenant/landlord case details, documents, and notes on a thorough and timely basis.
Collaborative member of team; active participation in team, department and CHN meetings, training, and other required events.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to follow program guidelines and program parameters, while demonstrating flexibility to adapt to changes and deadlines.
Compensation
This is a grant funded position with full time and part time hourly opportunities. As a part time position you will be able to create your own flexible working schedule of 20 to 28 hours per week between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The base hourly pay is $15.00 an hour.
generous paid time off, new employees can earn up to 16 vacation days and 10 paid holidays within the first year.
competitive health, vision, and dental insurance plans as well as flex and dependent care spending accounts
group life and long-term disability
a robust employee assistance program
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
Location
This position will work remotely.
Physical Demands:
While performing the functions of this job, the position is both sedentary and at times requires the ability to be active including standing, bending, lifting and/or arranging files, office products and supplies and may require employee to periodically stand on a short step stool to access files and boxes.
To apply for this position OPEN HERE: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=3aa7a5be-ba3e-4943-9815-6be640408aaa&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=399633&source=CC2&lang=en_US
Sexual Assault Resource Agency
Charlottesville, VA
The Community Prevention Specialist serves on SARA’s Prevention Team. The Community Prevention Specialist assists with a range of prevention programming, including: (1) Leading the Restaurant Coalition, training restaurant staff, and managing our partnerships with restaurants implementing the On the Fly strategy to interrupt sexual harassment; and (2) Training high school students, teachers, and community organizations, conducting strengths and needs assessments, and establishing coalitions in our priority communities, which may include faith-based communities, neighborhoods, and incarcerated communities. We are looking for a candidate with a strong teamwork mentality. Desired skills include community networking and mobilization, cultural competency, administrative support, long-term planning, strategic thinking, training and teaching, ability to connect with both adult and adolescent learners, marketing to target audiences, and adaptability. This job requires a high level of professionalism, rigor, emotional literacy, and an ability to apply trauma-informed practices and health promotion principles. A background working in restaurants is a strong plus. Fluency in Spanish is extremely preferred. Please send cover letter and resume to prevention@saracville.org by September 20th, 2020.
Aug 31, 2020
Full time
The Community Prevention Specialist serves on SARA’s Prevention Team. The Community Prevention Specialist assists with a range of prevention programming, including: (1) Leading the Restaurant Coalition, training restaurant staff, and managing our partnerships with restaurants implementing the On the Fly strategy to interrupt sexual harassment; and (2) Training high school students, teachers, and community organizations, conducting strengths and needs assessments, and establishing coalitions in our priority communities, which may include faith-based communities, neighborhoods, and incarcerated communities. We are looking for a candidate with a strong teamwork mentality. Desired skills include community networking and mobilization, cultural competency, administrative support, long-term planning, strategic thinking, training and teaching, ability to connect with both adult and adolescent learners, marketing to target audiences, and adaptability. This job requires a high level of professionalism, rigor, emotional literacy, and an ability to apply trauma-informed practices and health promotion principles. A background working in restaurants is a strong plus. Fluency in Spanish is extremely preferred. Please send cover letter and resume to prevention@saracville.org by September 20th, 2020.