Victims & Young Offender Support Specialist (Wasilla)

Mainstream Inc. offers Supported Living Services to adults with developmental disabilities in Santa Cruz, California. We have a live-in aide/ Companion / Caregiver position available for a thoughtful, reliable person with great people skills. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: ● Words to describe you: unflappable, steady, dependable, mature, patient, consistent, down to earth, hard working, and compassionate. ● You thrive working as a communicative, engaging part of a team. ● You are also a great self-starter and are comfortable taking initiative independently ● You have experience with (or advocating for) people with Developmental Disabilities and/or mental health issues. ● You must be at least 18 years old. ● You must be able to pass a DOJ fingerprint clearance and background check. As a live-in aide, you'll live and work with our clients at their home in Watsonville and take them in the community as needed for appointments and shopping. This couple leads an independent and personally fulfilling life. You'll be part of an experienced team of caregivers who support them. It's a job that's both fun and meaningful. A lot of our clients used to live in group homes or institutions, and now enjoy the freedom to live as they choose. CURRENT CLIENT OPENINGS: This position is located in Bay Village in Watsonville close to East Lake shopping center. We currently only have one 24 hour shift available per week with this couple. The candidate that is chosen for this position must be available for and will be able to choose from one of the following shifts: Wednesday 3p-Thursday 3p -or- Thursday 8a- Friday 8a. Important to note, this is a live-in position. The candidate who is chosen for this position will be able to live in/occupy the second bedroom of the home 24/7, even when they are not on shift. Opportunities for shift coverage and work in other homes are available for those who may be interested in more hours. This is a great opportunity for a person who is looking for paid work as well as housing. In this position you would be serving a developmentally disabled couple who also happen to be senior citizens. They need help with cooking, cleaning, basic hygiene, medication administration etc. They are both ambulatory so they navigate their home and the community well and are both pretty independent. They mostly sleep through the night (8-10 hours usually) with the exception of a 1am bathroom reminder. Folks who have a car for an outing would be appreciated but it is not required. At 24 hours per week this is a part time position and would therefore not qualify for benefits- medical, dental and life insurance. For those interested in benefits we can build up to a full time schedule. COMPENSATION: The pay is $20.50 per hour for awake hours (8a-midnight), paid by IHSS through the county of Santa Cruz so you'll need to enroll in In-Home Support Services to become a provider. For overnight shifts, you're paid $16.50 per hour to sleep during sleep hours, up to 8 hours a night (midnight-8a). Your IHSS registration expenses will be promptly reimbursed. Employees who work full time qualify for medical and dental benefits as well as PTO and life insurance. BENEFITS: Medical, dental, life and paid time off apply to eligible employees who work 30+ hours per week. TO APPLY: Please reply to this ad and we'll set up an interview! Keywords: Caregiver, social change, disability rights, nonprofit, non profit jobs, medical, direct service jobs, companion, supported living services, independent living services, advocacy, occupational therapist, home health, support staff, flex, medical assistant, nursing school, recreational therapy, recreational therapist, special ed, special education, Alzheimer's, dementia, cerebral palsy, special needs, counselor, behavioral analysis, behaviorism, ADA, respite care, relief care, registered nurse, medical assistance, nursing student, CNA, LVN, LVNs, HHA, direct support professional, home care aide, EMR, HIPAA, FERPA, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Health Care Jobs, case management. Mainstream Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

I am a 36-year-old man with a heart of gold. Looking for an attendant (Male preferred). I have been living in my own apartment in Alameda for the past 10 years. I have a rare hearing disorder called Hyperacusis (sensitive to noises) such as "cell phone ringing, ambulance sirens etc.". I require a low speaking voice while engaging and communicating with me due to my condition. I require someone who is pet friendly, because I have a cat who I adore. Most of my time is spent in my house on the computer or listening to music and reading. I also enjoy walking in my neighborhood. I need assistance with medication management, meal prep and light housekeeping is required Serious applicants need an insured car to run nearby errands with and without me, mileage reimbursement at the federal rate is provided. Shift is Monday-Friday 7am-3pm. 17 hours of pay will come from IHSS/remainder $19 from Bay Area Support Services, Inc.

APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org. ________________________________________ We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment! We offer: • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance (no cost for employee) • Vision Insurance (no cost for employee) • Long Term Disability • Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Accounts • 11 Paid Holidays • 4 Personal Days • 10 Vacation Days • 12 Sick Days • Metro reimbursement or free parking • Employer Matched (6%) 403b Retirement Plan This is a great opportunity to make a difference! ________________________________________ This position will pay $27.40 - $33.73 hourly. Salary is commensurate with experience. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Director of Case Management, the Home Health Administrator is responsible for coordinating the administrative, and reporting functions of both the Home Health and Medical Care Coordination (MCC) programs. The Case Management Administrator provides input regarding quality assurance on issues relating to financial administration, data/records management, and administrative office practices. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Receive inquiries regarding participation in the Home Health Program; explain the Home Health Program to prospective clients and/or community members. Assist clients in obtaining services by facilitating referrals and providing registration materials. • Maintain oversight and responsibility of the Home Health program’s data reporting requirements, including internal APLA Health reports, as well as required reporting to funding sources, and tracking of Scope of Work objectives. • Ensure that all service and data reports including semi-annual State progress reports, State QM plan and progress reports, Los Angeles County Casewatch data submission, State ARIES data submission, monthly DHSP data and narrative reports, and other documentation as required to funding sources are presented to APLA Health for approval and timely submission. • Oversee the general administration of the office to ensure that staff has the supplies, resources and documents necessary to carry out the functions of the program in accordance with the State Joint AIDS Case Management protocols. • Coordinate donations of supplies to the programs including donor recognition. • Supervise maintenance of the client files. Maintain files on billing, subcontractors, data submission, etc. as appropriate. • Assist Director of Case Management in all Home Health office administrative duties and general tasks regarding the interaction between Home Health, APLA Health, and other community providers. • Assist Director of Case Management with program outreach to build and maintain relationships with community and internal referral sources. Receive and evaluate new client request for services establishing that potential clients meet guidelines and criteria for enrollment. Assist referral sources with submitting referral paperwork and begin process of requesting clinical documentation from primary care providers as appropriate. • Verify the current insurance eligibility of incoming Home Health referrals prior to intake. • Verify ongoing insurance eligibility of all Home Health clients on a monthly basis. • Work with the State Office of AIDS to keep clients enrolled on appropriate programs. Work with Medi-Cal Waiver Care staff to coordinate enrollment/disenrollment of Home Health clients. • Work with Director of Case Management and APLA Finance to track and coordinate direct service billing to ensure that grants are appropriately utilized and budget objectives are met. • Work with the Director of Case Management and APLA Finance to develop program budgets on a yearly basis in accordance with Finance policies and procedures. Manage program operations to meet financial goals. • Develop and implement service budget tracking systems to ensure that clinical case management staff assign services to clients in a manner to maintain continuity and maximize resource allocation to client service delivery without overspending budgets. • Develop and refine database/tracking systems to enable increasingly complicated reporting requirements to be met. • Work with Quality Assurance, Utilization Review, and Policies/Procedures committees to develop needed forms and systems to meet changing Office of AIDS protocol requirements. • In conjunction with the Director of Case Management, coordinate contracting process for new subcontract providers. Maintain contact with subcontractors regarding issues of changing requirements and contracting/billing procedures. • Participate in community meetings and functions as a representative of the Home Health and MCC Programs as assigned by Director of Case Management • Attend unit, division, and other agency meetings as assigned. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS. REQUIREMENTS: Training and Experience: AA degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. At least two (2) years of experience working in a medical office, case management setting, or similar environment required. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office. Experience with electronic health records preferred. Knowledge of: Broad cultural competency and excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of electronic health records preferred. Modern office systems; administrative work flow procedures; complex office filing systems; correct English usage; community resources; knowledge of HIV/AIDS and related issues and concerns preferred. Ability to: Proficiently use MS Word and Excel; effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds in possible stressful situations; interface effectively and appropriately with clients and staff; format, edit and proofread typewritten material; operate standard office equipment; perform word processing and data entry on a personal computer; learn specific systems quickly and efficiently; maintain complex files; follow complex directions, both written and oral; work well under pressure; be flexible; meet reasonable deadlines; respond with empathy to persons affected with HIV/AIDS; build cohesive working relations within the Client Services Division, as well as other APLA divisions; adapt to a rapidly changing environment in terms of the organizational response to the needs of and resources available for working with people with HIV/AIDS, and to new information regarding AIDS Programs. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. Some driving (or other form of transportation) is also required. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. The work schedule consists of a 4-day 10 hour workweek, and there is no evening, weekend, holiday, or after-hours on-call work required. The work atmosphere is positive, progressive, open, supportive, and collegial. The program values staff who are responsible, self-starters and committed to working intensively with diverse populations. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. An Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/ female/ disability/ transgender / veteran. COVID-19 and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required. To Apply: Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=324077&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806

APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org. ________________________________________ We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment! We offer: • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance (no cost for employee) • Vision Insurance (no cost for employee) • Long Term Disability • Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Accounts • 11 Paid Holidays • 4 Personal Days • 10 Vacation Days • 12 Sick Days • Metro reimbursement or free parking • Employer Matched (6%) 403b Retirement Plan This is a great opportunity to make a difference! ________________________________________ This position will pay $25.60 - $28.82 hourly. Salary is commensurate with experience. POSITION SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant – HIV/STD Counselor will provide patient care services under the direction of a licensed health care provider inclusive of culturally appropriate HIV/STD services to APLA Health & Wellness patients. In collaboration with prevention program staff, the Medical Assistant – HIV/STD Counselor will work to identify HIV positive individuals who are part of our prevention programs and who are not yet linked to HIV medical care, including newly diagnosed individuals, persons who know their HIV status but have never been engaged in care, and others who know their status and have dropped out of care to access medical care services. The HIV-STD Counselor/Medical Assistant will perform administrative front office and clinical back office duties in the medical clinic, including submitting and tracking referrals, taking vital signs, preparing examining rooms, administering medications as ordered by a licensed healthcare provider, performing phlebotomy and other technical clinical functions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or has a logical assignment to this position. • Greets and register patients when needed; assists them with completion of necessary forms; answers telephones and schedules appointments; retrieves medical files; maintains medical records and files. • Provide pre/post test client-centered HIV counseling. • Conduct HIV/STD risk assessments. • Provide HIV/STD risk reduction and prevention coaching/counseling. • Prepares treatment rooms, ensuring that rooms are neat and clean, and stocked with the necessary supplies and equipment for patient examination; maintains sanitary and sterile supplies and equipment. • Interviews patients to obtain basic medical information and history; measures and records vital signs, height, weight and body mass index (BMI); prepares medical records for provider review. • Performs phlebotomy to collect blood samples; collects urine and other non-invasive specimens; logs specimens for testing; performs urine dip sticks and finger-sticks for hemoglobin and glucose measurements. • Provides counseling and rapid HIV testing to clients seeking those services. • Maintains monthly equipment logs, i.e. Glucometer, Hemocue, and Refrigerators. • Develop a set of focused strategies, designed to improve the linkage (and ongoing engagement) to HIV primary medical care of recently diagnosed HIV-infected persons; individuals of known HIV status who have never sought medical care and HIV-infected persons who have dropped out of care and are no longer seeking HIV medical care and treatment. • Assists physicians and nurses in examining and treating patients; handling instruments; preparing and disinfecting treatment sites; applying and removing dressing and bandages; administers medications in accordance with providers orders; administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as ordered by mid-level providers and physicians. • Assist in the preparation of reports as requested. • Maintain HIV/STD testing records to ensure that all documentation required by funders and agency Quality Management Plan is on file. • Carries out patient discharge processes; clarifies and provides patients with follow-up care instructions and referrals. • Follows steps outlined in APLA Health & Wellness referral tracking policy to ensure that patients gets the referrals needed and that referrals are appropriately logged and tracked. • Administers Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in a medical emergency. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS. REQUIREMENTS: Training and Experience: High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Successful completion of a Medical Assistant training program in a recognized institution in accordance with standards established by the Medical Board of California. Successful completion of LA County’s Division of HIV and STD Programs’ HIV Test Counselor Certification required within first 90-days of hire. Knowledge of: 1. Basic medical terminology and patient care methods and techniques. 2. Methods and procedures for performing technical clinical procedures including phlebotomy, collecting and testing urine and other non-invasive specimens, and administering injections. 3. Routine laboratory procedures. 4. Standards and methods for maintaining sterile and sanitary laboratory and examining room conditions. 5. Methods and standard procedures for the maintenance of medical records. 6. Safety policies and safe practices applicable to the work. 7. HIV infection; STD infection/treatment; HIV/AIDS prevention; psychosocial issues as it relates to HIV and STD transmission/acquisition, special issues relevant to individuals who are at risk for HIV/STD and/or living with HIV; health education and behavior modification theory; human sexuality, substance abuse, behavior change principles and strategies; effective communication skills; group dynamics; data management; general computer knowledge; community resources; health and social concerns of diverse populations such as gay and non-gay identified men who have sex with men and other genders, individuals who share injection paraphernalia, heterosexuals, women at sexual risk and transgender individuals Ability to: 1. Interview patients effectively for the purpose of acquiring medical, social and sexual histories. 2. Risk reduction counseling to curtail the spread of HIV and other STDs. 3. Communicate effectively with people of various educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. 4. Understand and follow written and oral instructions from physicians, mid-level providers and nurses and apply departmental policies, procedures and protocols applicable to work. 5. Identify and correct unsanitary conditions and maintain sterile environments. 6. Perform routine medical tests and procedures proficiently and accurately. 7. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. 8. Operate a computer and standard business software. 9. Maintain highly confidential personal and medical information in accordance to HIPAA regulations. 10. Exercise tact, objectivity, sensitivity and sound judgment in dealing with a variety of people in a variety of sensitive situations. 11. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, patients and others encountered in the course of work. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: COVID-19 and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required. Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran. To Apply: Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=316557&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806

Looking to make a real difference? ❤️ Fostering a dog is one of the most rewarding things you can do. At Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue, we save dogs from high-risk shelters before they’re euthanized, and place them into loving foster homes while they wait for their forever families. We need long-term fosters for medium/large breed dogs listed below. Please let us know who you are interested in fostering when you reply! Also include your contact phone # and email: ❤️ ANNIE – 5-Year-Old Female Pit Bull Meet Annie! This adorable, cross-eyed sweetheart is impossible not to fall in love with. At just 45 lbs, Annie is the perfect size for someone looking for a medium-sized companion with a huge heart. Her charming, crossed eyes give her a unique, lovable look — but don’t be fooled, she doesn’t miss a beat when it comes to making new friends! Annie is spayed, very social, and gets along great with both people and other dogs. Her mix of playful energy and affectionate cuddles makes her a joy to have around. Whether she's enjoying a walk, playing with a doggy friend, or just soaking up your love, Annie is always ready to brighten your day. She sees the world a little differently… and we think that makes her even more special. Annie is waiting for a foster home where she can shine until her forever family finds her. 🐶 Why Foster? We’re a fully foster-based rescue — we don’t have a facility. That means we can’t save more dogs unless we have more fosters. We provide: ✔️ All food, supplies, and medical care You provide: ✔️ A safe loving home and help show these dogs what it means to be cared for 👉 This is NOT a job, but it is a paid opportunity to be compensated for your time, effort, and commitment. ✅ ✅ PLEASE READ – FOSTER REQUIREMENTS ✅ ✅ Must be 21+ Must already have full approval from landlord, roommates, family, etc. Must be able to attend adoption events and supply pickups at Petco in West Hollywood every other Saturday Must be able to transport dog to/from vet appointments Must commit to at least 4 weeks of fostering (Short-term fosters needed too – even a few days can save a life!) 📩 Please include: ✔️ Full name ✔️ Phone number ✔️ Email address ✔️ A little about yourself and your experience Fostering gives dogs like Annie a second chance at life. You'll help her build confidence, feel safe, and finally become the amazing dog we know she can be. 🐾 If you meet the above requirements and are ready to be part of something life-changing, reach out today. Include your name, phone number, email, and a little about yourself and your availability. Let’s save lives together. 🐾 📍 Los Angeles, CA 🌐 www.aceofheartsdogs.com Let’s save lives together. ❤️🐕

Looking to make a real difference? ❤️ Fostering a dog is one of the most rewarding things you can do. At Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue, we save dogs from high-risk shelters before they’re euthanized, and place them into loving foster homes while they wait for their forever families. We need long-term fosters for medium/large breed dogs listed below. Please let us know who you are interested in fostering when you reply! Also include your contact phone # and email: ❤️ ANNIE – 5-Year-Old Female Pit Bull Meet Annie! This adorable, cross-eyed sweetheart is impossible not to fall in love with. At just 45 lbs, Annie is the perfect size for someone looking for a medium-sized companion with a huge heart. Her charming, crossed eyes give her a unique, lovable look — but don’t be fooled, she doesn’t miss a beat when it comes to making new friends! Annie is spayed, very social, and gets along great with both people and other dogs. Her mix of playful energy and affectionate cuddles makes her a joy to have around. Whether she's enjoying a walk, playing with a doggy friend, or just soaking up your love, Annie is always ready to brighten your day. She sees the world a little differently… and we think that makes her even more special. Annie is waiting for a foster home where she can shine until her forever family finds her. 🐶 Why Foster? We’re a fully foster-based rescue — we don’t have a facility. That means we can’t save more dogs unless we have more fosters. We provide: ✔️ All food, supplies, and medical care You provide: ✔️ A safe loving home and help show these dogs what it means to be cared for 👉 This is NOT a job, but it is a paid opportunity to be compensated for your time, effort, and commitment. ✅ ✅ PLEASE READ – FOSTER REQUIREMENTS ✅ ✅ Must be 21+ Must already have full approval from landlord, roommates, family, etc. Must be able to attend adoption events and supply pickups at Petco in West Hollywood every other Saturday Must be able to transport dog to/from vet appointments Must commit to at least 4 weeks of fostering (Short-term fosters needed too – even a few days can save a life!) 📩 Please include: ✔️ Full name ✔️ Phone number ✔️ Email address ✔️ A little about yourself and your experience Fostering gives dogs like Annie a second chance at life. You'll help her build confidence, feel safe, and finally become the amazing dog we know she can be. 🐾 If you meet the above requirements and are ready to be part of something life-changing, reach out today. Include your name, phone number, email, and a little about yourself and your availability. Let’s save lives together. 🐾 📍 Los Angeles, CA 🌐 www.aceofheartsdogs.com Let’s save lives together. ❤️🐕