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What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Family Support Program Manager, Youth Mentors will become TBRI® informed to deliver supportive services to youth in homes of families engaged Family Support program services such as in-home coaching services, Implementation and Connection Groups, and mentoring. Who We Are We believe that every young person deserves to go through life knowing they have a caring adult by their side. So, every day, we show up for kids in foster care by listening to their needs and introducing them to adults they can rely on. We then surround those connections with support so that they grow into meaningful, lasting relationships that help our youth heal from the past. Because to truly raise the future, we must raise the bar for what it means to support vulnerable youth and families as they navigate life. That's what Raise the Future is all about. Who We Are Seeking    Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma (GED) or higher degree in a social work, psychology, human development, or human services related field, or commensurate experience. Demonstrated understanding of complex developmental trauma, trauma-associated behavioral and developmental delays, and challenges related to permanency achieved through guardianship or adoption   Bilingual, Spanish-speaking   Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed   Two or more years of experience in adoption, child welfare, youth services or equivalent   Excellent observational and assessment skills   Demonstrated ability to effectively build rapport with families and children   Demonstrate effective organization skills and proactive thinking   Demonstrate diplomacy and networking skills   Excellent communication skills   Ability to work autonomously as needed   Travel and some evening or weekend work required; must have dependable transportation and be insurable as a driver on the auto liability policy of Raise the Future  Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft, Word, Excel, the internet, Zoom and various database applications   preferred qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in a social work, psychology, human development, or human services related field   Adoptee, previous- foster care experience, Adoptive Parent   Located in region where services are to be delivered   What We Offer As a nonprofit organization, we are mission driven, and our employees are highly engaged in the work they do. The best reward is when our efforts payoff and our youth find lasting connections with an adult. We offer a great culture and a full benefits package too. We value the need for work life balance offering four (4) weeks of PTO, one (1) week of paid personal time, 10+ paid holidays per year, plus much more -- that's 35 paid days off per year! Our benefits include: Health Insurance Dental & vision insurance 100% Paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and childcare Health Savings Accounts 401k with matching contributions & immediate vesting Flexible work arrangements available on case-by-case basis Employee Assistance Program Discount programs Paid Parental Leave The hiring range for this position is $16.83 - $21.88 per hour*. * Actual hiring range may vary based on qualifications and geographic location.    Serious candidates should submit a cover letter. Raise the Future is more than an equal opportunity organization. We are committed to diversity and building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and ages. We are taking steps to meet that commitment in our employment practices, especially for members of traditionally underrepresented communities, including women, people of color, LGBTQ, and people who are differently abled. For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://www.applicantpro.com/j/2446304-573943

Preservation Outreach Representative -  Southwest Mountains Rural Historic District Geographic Focus:    Albemarle County Office Location:        Home Office/Charlottesville Office Supervisor:                Historic Preservation Coordinator Job Classification:    Part-Time, Temporary – estimated 25 hours per week INTRODUCTION The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that has proudly promoted and protected the natural resources, rural economy, history and beauty of the Virginia Piedmont since 1972. PEC empowers residents to protect what makes the Piedmont a wonderful place, and works with citizens to conserve land, protect air and water quality, celebrate historic resources, build smart transportation networks, promote sustainable energy choices, restore wildlife habitat and improve people’s access to nature. BACKGROUND PEC is planning to document, through deed research and mapping, several historically African-American communities in and around the Southwest Mountains area of Albemarle County. This work is part of a larger project to update and revise the existing Southwest Mountains Rural Historic District, listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register in 1987 and National Register of Historic Places in 1991, to more fully and accurately incorporate the African-American experience and recognize associated resources in the district. DESCRIPTION OF POSITION This position is a part time, temporary position that will last through 2023.  It is estimated that this person will work between 25 - 29 hours per week. The bulk of the project will entail outreach to local churches, community groups and institutions, landowners and descendants of families that once lived in the area to informally share research on the history of Boyden, Bunker Hill, Campbell, Clarks Tract, Cobham, Lindsay, and Scuffletown, historically African-American communities within the Southwest Mountains area. Previously completed deed research and mapping will be used as an aide to collect additional histories and information, eventually building a story about the history of these communities. The employee will organize calls, virtual and in-person meetings with landowners, community organizations and other interested parties to build relationships between PEC and the greater Southwest Mountains community. The remainder of the work will entail working with the Historic Preservation Coordinator to identify and document extant historic sites in these communities and organize site visits when possible. That information will also be used to identify and document extant historic resources and sites in those communities, ultimately culminating in Preliminary Information Forms to determine whether those communities may be eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY The interns will report to Historic Preservation Coordinator and be responsible for the duties outlined below: Developing a list of landowners, community members and community groups and organizations that should be included in this overall project Building relationships with interested parties in the district through calls, virtual meetings and/or in-person meetings and retaining a record of all outreach activities Organizing a public/virtual meeting to share project with community Working with the Historic Preservation Coordinator to build a list of extant historic sites in the seven identified African-American communities in the Southwest Mountains Reaching out to landowners within the identified communities to organize potential site visits, where possible Documenting extant historic resources where possible QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree required. Graduate degree preferred in the field of history, historic preservation, archaeology, or a related field. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Google Drive applications COMPENSATION $22.00 per hour BENEFITS As a part-time, temporary position, there is no eligibility for fringe benefits other than Workers’ Compensation and participation in our 403b retirement plan (based on the fact that it is anticipated that this person will work more than 1,000 per year). PEC’s 403b retirement plan allows an employee to contribute to the plan - either on a pre-tax basis or to a Roth plan - from the start of employment.  PEC contributes on behalf of the employee starting on the first payroll of the month following the employee’s one year work anniversary date.  PEC then automatically contributes 3% to the plan and will match up to an additional 3%. APPLICATION PROCESS Interested applicants should email a cover letter,   resume, and a work sample to include past historic preservation - related projects to apply@pecva.org . The Piedmont Environmental Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge of our organization. Diversity of experience and skills, combined with passion, is key to our organizational identity. If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted upon your acceptance.

Are you a great writer and creative thinker looking to use your skills to help make a difference in protecting and restoring the abundance of the world’s oceans? Oceana is seeking an Editor to join its Global Marketing and Communications team. Come join a dedicated group of professionals who are working to protect marine wildlife while also enhancing the capacity of the oceans to feed a growing population. Ocean conservation is not only critical to reducing the impacts of climate change but also to saving the livelihoods of fishers, their families, and their communities. The Editor is responsible for creating Oceana’s tri-annual magazine and annual report and overseeing all content for Oceana’s international blog. These are critical mediums that enhance Oceana’s brand, support fundraising efforts, and educate a wide audience about Oceana’s campaigns and success in securing policy victories for our oceans.    This position requires a strong writer and communicator, who is detail-oriented, team-oriented, organized, interested in conservation issues, and has a knack for familiarizing scientific concepts to broad audiences. Candidates should also possess strong multi-tasking skills and be able to set, maintain, and meet strict deadlines. Strong candidates for this position will have a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field, and at least four years of professional writing experience. The Editor reports to Oceana’s Senior Manager of International Communications and is a member of the Global Marketing and Communications department. This position is based in Washington, D.C.  Requirements for application: Resume Cover letter 3 writing samples Founded in 2001, Oceana is the largest international advocacy organization dedicated solely to ocean conservation. Oceana is working to restore the resilience, diversity, and abundance of marine ecosystems to ensure that our oceans are a significant source of wild-caught fish that can help feed the world. We achieve measurable change by conducting specific, science-based campaigns with fixed deadlines and articulated goals. Our campaigns extend to countries that, combined, govern nearly one-third of the world’s wild-caught fish, including Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Peru, the Philippines, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union. Oceana values a diverse workforce and welcomes people different from each other in many ways, including characteristics such as race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and national origin. Oceana considers all qualified candidates and seeks to recruit from a diverse candidate pool. Note:   Oceana requires all employees to provide proof of vaccination against Covid. Accommodation for new hires who have disabilities that make the vaccine medically inadvisable or those who have a sincere religious belief that the vaccine is impermissible may contact humanresources@oceana.org. Accommodation will be provided only as required by applicable law.  Beginning June 1, 2022, Oceana’s US offices will be open on a hybrid schedule. This schedule is mandatory and staff are required to work from their assigned office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. With agreement between the employee and their supervisor, the employee may work from home Monday and Friday. Apply to this position  HERE .

This position is located in the Office of Administration (TAD), Office of Management Planning and works under the general supervision of the Deputy Associate Administrator for Administration. The Office of Management Planning is responsible for the delivery of a broad array of agency-wide mission support services for the FTA including Facilities, FOIA, Policy Management, Paperwork Reduction Act, Sustainability Program, TAD Strategic Planning and TAD Customer Service Delivery Program. Duties:  Serves as the Director of the Office of Management Planning. Administers a program of management and administrative services and activities to reflect management policies and practices while supervising essential logistical services to FTA Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Analyzes and maintains annual and out-year budget estimates and expenditures for rent and security costs for the agency’s HQ’s location 10 Regional Offices as well as any tax escalation projections. Serves as FTA’s point of contact for the Departmental Sustainability Program and preparing FTA Annual submission to DOT Sustainability Report and Occupational Safety. Coordinates ongoing communication of sustainability initiatives within staff meetings, continuing education and other departmental initiatives. Provides management and oversight over the maintenance and acquisition of all FTA facilities, office space, occupational safety, personal property and equipment. Oversees the implementation and maintenance of the Customer Service Portal (CSP), which is an automated online tool that provides customer with a searchable knowledge base along with a request ticketing function that tracks all TAD customer related activities. Develops, modifies and maintains the TAD Strategic Plan, to align with FTA and DOT Strategic Goals, as well as to drive TAD goals for customer service and organizational excellence. 

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: I. JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Under the supervision of the Deputy Inspector General, sets the strategic direction for the OIG’s information technology and security audit and evaluation activities, provides leadership for the OIG’s annual audit plan, and oversees information technology and security audit and evaluation projects and their specific objectives, scope, and methodologies. 2) In coordination with the Deputy Inspector General, oversees the OIG’s data analytics program and operations to include identifying initiatives, planning, directing, and authorizing use of OIG resources to support OIG audit and investigations activity. 3) Under the direction of the Deputy Inspector General, oversees the preparation of the applicable portions of the OIG’s semiannual reports to the Congress, and coordinates and oversees the preparation of congressional testimony. Delivers presentations on the OIG’s audits and attestation activities and specific project results, to include testifying before Congress, as applicable. 4) In coordination with the Deputy Inspector General, oversees all information and technology audit and evaluation activities in response to allegations from the OIG’s nationwide toll-free Hotline or the Department of Justice. Maintains the confidentiality of complainants and informants and ensures compliance with applicable policies and procedures. 5) Reviews, approves, and signs reports, as appropriate. Presents the results to the Board, Bureau, or System, as applicable. 6) Supports the Inspector General’s participation in information-technology related CIGIE committees. Supports the Inspector General’s participation in the Council of Inspectors General for Financial Stability Oversight consistent with the Dodd-Frank Act, to include the OIG’s section in the mandated report. 7) Coordinates information technology and security audit and evaluation activities with other audit agencies such as the GAO and other OIGs, and the Federal Reserve Bank General Auditors. Serves as the OIG’s primary liaison to the federal audit community on information technology related matters. 8) Oversees the development and maintenance of policies and procedures, consistent with applicable standards and guidelines. Prepares the OIG information technology and security audits and evaluations program for a successful external peer review during the course of regular audit peer review processes. 9) Creates and sustains a diverse, dynamic, high-performance culture that fosters employee engagement, integrity, high ethical values and standards, and which is conducive to staff to provide the utmost quality of service. 10) Leads and manages a team of professionals and fosters the training, growth, and career development of OIG staff through focused coaching, feedback, and development efforts to build leaders and managers capable of meeting current and future challenges in the OIG, and to help ensure effective succession planning. 11) Other duties as assigned. II. DIVISION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: Under the supervision of the Deputy Inspector General, the Assistant Inspector General for Information Technology is responsible for the direction and oversight of the Office of Inspector General’s (OIG’s) information technology and security audit and evaluation activities and data analytics program, which are designed to independently and objectively evaluate the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of the information technology and information security programs and operations of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board) and, consistent with the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 (Dodd-Frank Act), the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (Bureau). Within broad policy guidance from the Inspector General, and under the supervision of the Deputy Inspector General, provides leadership for conducting the full range of audits and evaluations to assist the Board and the Bureau in achieving their respective missions, including audits to assess information technology and security program operations and performance, internal controls, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Must be able to work effectively with Board Members, division directors, and other senior Board, Bureau, and System management officials, as well as staff of other agencies and Congress. Ability to exercise independent, sound judgment in establishing objectives for assigned areas of responsibility in order to carry out the OIG’s mission. Must have or be able to obtain a top-secret security clearance. When the OIG resumes an in-office presence, its interim telework policy will require employees to be physically present in the office a minimum of 4 days per month. Employees may be expected to be physically present in the office more than 4 days per month, as required by business needs. The OIG will revisit its interim policy after a year to determine whether any changes will be made. REQUIRED SKILLS: III. KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1) Bachelor’s degree in information technology, business administration, finance, or equivalent experience. 2) Ten or more years of experience in the fields of information technology, accounting, auditing, financial analysis, management analysis, public administration, or related field of study. 3) Previous management experience required. 4) Knowledge of and experience in Government Auditing Standards, CIGIE Quality Standards for Federal Offices of Inspector General, Quality Standards for Inspections, Quality Standards for Investigations, and the Federal Information Security Modernization Act, as well as expert knowledge of auditing principles, techniques, methods, and procedures. 5) Knowledge of and experience in information technology and security auditing principles, techniques, and procedures and data analytics uses and application. 6) Strategic thinker with demonstrated strong project execution and project management capabilities, analytical skills, political savvy, and conflict mediation skills. 7) Demonstrated experience and commitment to fostering collaboration and employee engagement. 8) Ability to lead and manage staff and projects effectively, set priorities, assess performance, guide staff development and make budgetary recommendations. 9) Ability to balance competing interests among a variety of clients and readily readjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing client demands. Must be able to anticipate and meet the clients’ needs while maintaining high-quality end products. 10) Exceptional organization savvy and agility as demonstrated by ability to manage across organizational boundaries, building high performing teams, diminishing organizational silos, strengthening teams, and facilitating effective group and team dynamics. 11) Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management. IV. OFFICER SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Acts as responsible steward to the function(s), Division, and Board by demonstrating proficiency in the Board’s espoused competencies. 2) Balances and mitigates key organizational and functional risks where appropriate, and develops and executes sustainable risk mitigation strategies. 3) Fosters a continuous learning culture. 4) Exercises appropriate judgment and decision-making in complex situations. 5) Demonstrates innovation and thought leadership relevant to future-state organizational and functional people strategies. 6) Demonstrates strong leadership and management skills aligned to the Board’s espoused values. 7) Keeps skills and knowledge current and aligned to best practices relative to key rules, regulations, and policies, as well as economic, political, and social trends that affect the organization. Understands near-term and long-term needs for the organization and determines how operations should be positioned to meet such needs. 8) Demonstrates proficiency in political savvy, organizational savvy, and interpersonal communication skills. V. BOARD COMPETENCIES: 1) Decision Quality: Makes timely, thoughtful, strategic decisions 2) Learning Agility: Takes responsibility for building organizational agility 3) Drive for Excellence: Delivers results by developing shared vision and direction for the organization 4) Perspective and Strategic Agility: Leads and acts with the future in mind 5) Collaborative Relationships: Sets the tone for collaborative organization 6) Effective Communication: Effectively speaks and acts on behalf of the Board VI. PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS: 1) Has regular contact with all staff in the function(s) to stay connected to the pulse of the division, provide leadership, and act as a role model. 2) Has frequent contact with senior staff and other professionals in the division, elsewhere at the Board, and the Reserve Banks regarding matters pertaining to area(s) of responsibility. 3) Has frequent contact with members of the Board, both in discussions and through memoranda, regarding matters pertaining to area(s) of responsibility. 4) Has frequent contact with individuals from other federal agencies, international organizations, and in the private sector regarding the subject matters in area(s) of responsibilities. VII. INTERNAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Provides guidance, coaching, and feedback to, and conducts performance reviews for managers and other direct reports, and ensures same is provided to all function staff. 2) Responsible for accomplishing approved program objectives for area(s) of responsibility within the financial and personnel resources allocated by the Board and the division's senior management. 3) Participates in the development of the division’s strategic plan, goals, and budget. Recommends program objectives and their priorities for area(s) of responsibility. 4) Recommends personnel actions involving promotions, reclassifications, merit increases, and reassignments or separations in area(s) of responsibility. VIII. POSITION DEMANDS: 1) Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment in establishing objectives for assigned area(s) of responsibility that provide support and services for the divisions and Board’s missions. 2) Ability to translate customer service and organizational development theories and best practices into effective strategies for adoption in area(s) of responsibility to achieve and maintain high levels of customer service. 3) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to the Board and individual members thereof, senior Board staff, other Board and Reserve Bank staff: and staff at other government agencies and in the private sector on complex and technical matters. 4) Ability to be an effective spokesperson and advocate for the Board and the division in outside contacts, which may involve significant business dealings. 5) Ability to operate under pressure to meet deadlines accurately and in a timely manner.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Health Systems Division (HSD) is seeking to hire two Operations & Policy Analysts to support our work in transforming the behavioral health delivery system within the state of Oregon, assuring services are simple, responsive, and meaningful. These positions will identify system performance and system development needs, including administrative, legislative and funding changes to improve the effectiveness of services and/or grant deliverables.   Measure 110 Advisory Council Coordinator. Provide coordination and maintenance for advisory councils that advise on behavioral health and implementation of programs created and/or enhanced by Measure 110 (BM 110), or the Drug Addiction Treatment and Recovery Act . The measure’s goal is to establish a more health-based, equitable and effective approach to drug addiction in Oregon by shifting the response to drug possession from criminalization to treatment and recovery. Multiple criminal sentencing laws regulating the possession of controlled substances will change from felonies to violations, and offenders will be given the resources to treat their addictions and recover. OHA is required to establish all health aspects of the Act including collection of data to measure the outcomes. You will provide statewide leadership, coordination and oversight in the development and implementation of the BM 110 Oversight and Accountability Council in operational, strategic, and values alignment with other advisory councils supported by the Office of Behavioral Health Services.   988 Grant Coordinator. Administer and implement grant activities corresponding with direct services to mental health practitioners. Manage and monitor the grant contractors, grant deliverables, grant budget and expenditure. Review performance data monthly with primary grantee and evaluator to assess progress and improve project management. Starting on July 16, 2022, people across the United States can call, text, or chat 988 and be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. You will provide statewide leadership, coordination and oversight in the development and implementation of the 988 Grant in operational, strategic, and values alignment with other programs supported by the Office of Behavioral Health Services.   To learn more about the duties, please read through the position descriptions: Measure 110 Advisory Council Coordinator . This is a full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Operation & Policy Analyst 2 position. 988 Grant Coordinator . This a limited duration (no more than 17 months) SEIU represented, Operation & Policy Analyst 2 position.   NOTE: Most of the work will be conducted remotely. However, there may be times that the work will need to be conducted at the Salem and/or Portland offices.   What’s in it for you? We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. 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 .    OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here , t o learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.   WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience performing data analysis, evaluating effectiveness, developing policies or programs, recommending improvements to leadership, and implementing the operational decisions. Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science, or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills will substitute for three years of experience. How to apply: Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-101038 Application Deadline: 07/04/2022

This position maintains primary responsibility for ensuring that administrative systems are in place and utilized for best program functioning.  This person will also provide direct educational programming and services to teens, pre-teens, and young adults in schools and community organizations in the Chicago suburban metropolitan regions.  The core education topics include sexually-inclusive comprehensive sex education, developing and maintaining healthy relationships, avoiding teen dating violence,  substance misuse prevention, and mental wellness. Responsibilities Calendar and scheduling Schedule community-based and internal programs and manage calendar of events. Confirm program details with community partners. Assure that all necessary materials are available for staff. Data management Assure that all necessary data is entered into management systems (Avatar). Manage web-based registrations (CampDocs and Formstacks). Collaborate with administrative staff on billing and invoicing. Education Teach interactive, comprehensive health prevention and promotion. Core content includes sex education and healthy relationship topics including discussions on methods of protection and contraceptives in large and small group settings. Present trainings to adult audiences including parents and professionals. Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with personnel in organizations served by Response programming. Teen Leadership Development Establish appropriate relationships with teens through structured programs and community outreach activities. Work closely with the Teen Leadership Coordinator to plan, implement, and provide guidance and support to youth leadership groups. Implement marketing and outreach activities with local referral sources, e.g., educational institutions, camps, community agencies, and religious organizations. Program Support Collaborate closely with other Community Education team coordinators. Participate in weekly staff meetings and supervision. Collaborate with other agency personnel, supervisor, appropriate specialists or consultants. Participate in agency professional development programs, professional group seminars, committees or conferences to increase professional knowledge. Perform record keeping functions and other administrative duties as required by the Agency. Represent JCFS and Response for Teens and its programs in a positive manner to both internal and external contacts.  Contribute to social media content. May supervise or co-supervise undergraduate interns Perform other duties as assigned.  Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program or relevant work experience. One or more years of experience working directly with adolescents. Experience presenting and/or training to groups preferred. Flexible schedule as evening and weekend hours will occur based on program and client needs. As this position requires visits to locations which may or may not be accessible by public transportation, must be able to drive, have a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle to travel in the Chicago metropolitan area. New hires would need to be fully vaccinated with 1 or 2 doses and booster and provide their card upon hire OR begin receiving the booster within 2 weeks of being hired and participate in weekly COVID testing until fully vaccinated OR provide documentation for an ADA or religious exemption and participate in weekly COVID testing.  JCFS Chicago offers an array of benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness, Paid sick and vacation time, Agency holidays, Pension, 403(b), Flexible Spending Plans, and Life Insurance. Please visit us at http://www.jcfs.org JCFS Chicago is committed to serving the needs of the diverse Chicago metropolitan area. Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, Licensed by DCFS JCFS Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran JCFS provides a reasonable accommodation to those who need assistance in completing this application          

This position is a Senior Budget Analyst in the Budget Office.  The primary functions of this position is the responsibility for formulating and executing the agency's budget and exercising effective financial management control of appropriated funds, including monitoring and reporting on obligations and expenditures. Duties:  Performs a wide variety of administrative and analytical duties connected with execution and analysis of the FTA budget. Review, analyze, and interpret legislation, appropriations language, OMB directives, and Treasury Department guidelines pertaining to the agency's budget. Prepare budget schedules and performance justifications for submission to the Office of the Secretary of Transportation (OST), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Congress.

The Knapp School staff members believe the best educational program for our students focuses on fostering each child’s academic and personal potential through assisting them in discovering and developing their strengths and passions while preparing them for success in the larger community. We believe all students can achieve growth and new-found success when provided supported and customized opportunities for skills development and self-discovery. Our Special Education Teachers play a critical role in this process by prioritizing each students' development and growth through strong, supportive relationships and highly individualized academic and social emotional activities each day. The Physical Education Teacher works closely with all members of the dedicated, inter-disciplinary therapeutic team supporting the students and classroom. This teacher also collaborates with parents and guardians to ensure the greatest wrap around services, school -to-home communications, and understanding of the student. Collaboration with our partnering school districts is also essential. Our partnering public districts, schools, and parents and guardians place their students with us when a child has been unable to achieve and maintain success in general academic settings and it is clear the child could benefit from our small classrooms, low staff to student ratio, individualized and intensively therapeutic environment. School personnel and leadership aim to builds strong relationships with students, parents, guardians, partnering schools and districts as we know these relationships are critical in providing the most support to our students and lead to the greatest success. Therapeutically, our program offers students specialized supports, unique resources, opportunities to reintegrate to their home schools, and transitional and vocational skill development. Culturally, our school offers students opportunities to explore their interests through learning and social activities. Our success is possible only through nurturing relationships and strengths-based supports that focus on the holistic educational experience for each of our K-12+ students with diverse social, emotional, and academic needs.  The Physical Education Teacher is an integral part of our therapeutic approach. Responsibilities Physical Education Teaching Implements therapeutic physical educational programs for specific groups of students. Utilizes classroom management skills that recognize and include consideration of the characteristics of and the methodology of the student population. Engages all students in moderate to vigorous physical activity during two thirds of all PE class time. Prepares and maintains a safe, organized, healthy, academically, and behaviorally effective classroom environment appropriate to ongoing and changing classroom activities which align with all accrediting, regulatory, and governing organizations. Organize extracurricular sporting and school activities for students such as intramural games and park outings, and field trips. Participates in annual professional development on effective practices for physical education. Provides health education, including sexual health education as outlined in the Board’s Sexual Health Education Policy. Modify general physical education programming with adaptive materials and methods for special-needs students, based upon a variety of therapeutic instructional techniques and technologies while accommodating all individual IEP’s. Participates in qualitative professional development activities. Willing and able to perform a variety of tasks to ensure the safety of students. Effectively intervenes in students’ disruptive behavior, both verbal and physical; including using TCI prescribed methods to de-escalate critical situations. Performs other duties as assigned. Student Safety Must provide constant supervision to ensure the safety of students at all times. Effectively manage and intervene in disruptive student behavior, both verbal and physical; including use of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) prescribed methods to de-escalate critical situations. Program Support Completes all necessary paperwork in a timely manner including weekly lesson plans, weekly and quarterly student grades and assessments. Complete Incident Reports on behavioral events in a timely manner. Collaborates and maintains ongoing communication relationship with all members of the interdisciplinary team (social workers, teachers, TDS Administration and all other relevant JCFS staff) to achieve a social and educational benefit for the student. Successfully completes training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI); successfully complete all requirements to maintain certification in TCI. Traits Able to be flexible and shift gears quickly based on situations or changing priorities. Independent with sound professional judgment and the ability to establish and maintain boundaries. Demonstrated ability to remain calm in high-stress situations while maintaining an understanding and supportive demeanor. Strong desire to work with those students who have not been able to achieve success in the public/private educational system. Efficient and effective time management skills. Requirements Must be certified by Illinois State Board of Education as a Physical Education teacher. Endorsement or Certification in Special or Adapted Physical Education is a plus. Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a school physical education instructor with students with special needs population-including children with Autism, ED, BD, LD. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs Must successfully complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training. Able to successfully complete the physical and testing requirements Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training (Agency provided). New hires would need to be fully vaccinated with 1 or 2 doses and booster and provide their card upon hire OR begin receiving the booster within 2 weeks of being hired and participate in weekly COVID testing until fully vaccinated OR provide documentation for an ADA or religious exemption and participate in weekly COVID testing.  JCFS Chicago offers an array of benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness, Paid sick and vacation time, Agency holidays, Pension, 403(b), Flexible Spending Plans, and Life Insurance. Please visit us at http://www.jcfs.org JCFS Chicago is committed to serving the needs of the diverse Chicago metropolitan area. Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, Licensed by DCFS JCFS Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran JCFS provides a reasonable accommodation to those who need assistance in completing this application