Children's Respite Provider - Montgomery County

About the Role Applicants will be eligible for Early Childhood Social Work roles (Kindergarten, 1st Grade) and Elementary School Social Work roles (2nd Grade to 4th Grade). Social Workers at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School serve as the primary leaders of mental health services for TEP students and families, design and implement (proactive and preventative) Social Work programs that promote social and emotional health, and respond to day-to-day student issues and unanticipated crises. Each Social Worker at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School focuses their efforts on the students, families, and teachers of one specific cohort. In this role, you will serve as the Social Worker for one TEP cohort, then will move up with this cohort of students throughout their time at TEP until they graduate 4th grade! This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced and creative social work clinician who thrives in an autonomous environment, is passionate about social justice and child/family work, and is seeking to form long-lasting relationships with students and families as they navigate the road from Kindergarten through adolescence. Early Childhood Social Workers will work in vibrant and colorful spaces that reflect the learning and development that takes place in Kindergarten and 1st grade. Social Workers will support students in developing foundational emotional and social skills within classrooms, as well as private and collaborative Social Work office spaces. Elementary School Social Workers will work in a learning environment carefully crafted to instill a love of learning for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders, as well as private and collaborative Social Work office spaces. Our unique school setting in the heart of Washington Heights provides a perfect environment for young learners. In addition, the nature that surrounds our campus provides a great setting for our young explorers. "I believe this is where I have the greatest impact within the Social Work profession. I can do the work that is going to last! I can connect with people, very young, and see the fruits of the work last for years and years." - TEP Social Worker Responsibilities Clinical Counseling Services Provide regular counseling to students and families in need of social and emotional support; this includes both mandated counseling to students with IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) as well as individual and group counseling to other students in need Lead mediations as necessary using relational-based models within your social work practice, in alignment with TEP's commitment to Restorative Justice Practices Respond to day-to-day crises and collaborate with the school community to create a safe and supportive environment for all students Design and implement creative clinical interventions for students with repeated instances of similar challenges Mental Health Programming Develop and lead programs for students and families to promote emotional, mental, and psycho-social health Build strong relationships with families to facilitate a collaborative approach to student support, and coordinate the delivery of mental health and family services at community organizations for students and families requiring outside social services Requirements About You (Qualifications) Language Proficiency: Complete fluency in Spanish required Deeply aligned to TEP’s mission of providing a world-class mental health services and social work interventions to historically under-resourced student communities (90% of TEP students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 22% of TEP students receive Special Education services, and 25% of TEP students are Multi-Lingual Learners). Social Work experience: Minimum of five (5) years of clinical social work experience working with children and families, with a preference for individuals who have worked within a school setting.  The ability to design and implement in-school prevention programming according to current best practices within the field of social work.  Working knowledge of the instructional and social needs of students with disabilities. Ability to simultaneously manage a regular counseling schedule and triage crisis, while prioritizing multiple competing urgent tasks Education requirements: We highly value candidates with a Master’s Social Work degree. However, we also welcome individuals with degrees in related fields, such as School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, or School Psychology to apply. Certification requirements: TEP does not require Social Workers to have any specific level of certification/licensing (i.e. LCSW) outside of the above educational and experience requirements Benefits Why TEP At TEP, growth isn't just for our students—continued growth is also a central priority for our Social Workers. That's why we're redefining the Social Worker experience, offering a rewarding career that includes an annual salary that matches TEP’s high expectations. Compensation: Clinical Social Workers earn an annual salary of $95,000 Redefined Work-Year: 3 extended rest breaks and 3 professional development institutes focused on learning and collaboration with the teaching and social work team Unmatched Social Work Talent: Be surrounded by a collaborative community of experienced, passionate Social Workers and Educators who care about educational equity Time Off: Approximately 10 weeks of vacation per year (all school vacations) Employee Wellness: We value your well-being through our Staff Food Program, Staff Retreats, and Wellness Programming Healthcare: World-class medical, dental, vision, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Life Insurance policies Family Focus: Parental leave and dependent care account so you can care for your loved ones 403b Retirement Plan: We care about your ability to save for your future Learning & Development: A culture that provides and encourages professional growth and development, including professional development and tuition/continuous learning reimbursements As this role requires a strong on-site presence, TEP's Clinical Social Worker is a fully in-person position at either TEP's Early Childhood or Elementary School campus in Washington Heights, NYC. APPLY HERE: https://tepcharter.org/jobs/6994885/

About Family Kitchen: Family Kitchen’s mission is to provide nutritious food to anyone in need in a safe and caring environment. Since 1986, we’ve been providing meals to our neighbors in Central Oregon. Today, we provide over 12,000 meals per month and rely on the help of over 1,000 volunteers to make it happen. We're proud to be a part of this wonderful community made up of staff, volunteers, and diners. Position Summary: Meal Coordinators report to the Operations Manager who, in turn, reports to the Executive Director. Meal Attendant work hours on-site will include: Sundays, 9 AM - 5 PM Mondays, 7:30 AM - 1 PM Tuesdays, 4 - 7 PM Wednesdays, 10 AM - 5 PM Thursdays, off Fridays, bi-monthly mandatory 1 hour meeting (can attend in person or virtually) Saturdays, off This is a part-time, hourly position totaling 19.5 hours / week. Duties and Responsibilities: Meal Attending - Kitchen Responsibilities - Arrives at shift prepared to plan a menu for the day using donated and available ingredients (Sundays & Mondays) - Leads prep and cooking for meals serving up to 250 people - Manages time effectively by having meals ready 15 minutes before open - Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for all volunteers and diners. - Maintains Health Department standards (and ensures volunteers are as well) - Responsible for meal quality and quantity - Maintains refrigerator and freezer records Meal Attending - Floor/Reporting Responsibilities - Assists diners with finding various items we have in stock - Observes dining room and parking lot regularly for disruptions to safety - Calms uprisings, is prepared to call non-emergency or emergency line and know which is which - Keeps the property free from trash - Reports any misuse of the dining room or incidents requiring the involvement of law enforcement or other extraordinary measures via an incident report form - Communicates via email with FK staff about diners, leftovers, maintenance needed, and more. Volunteer Supervision - Orients new volunteers - Assigns tasks to volunteers, and ensures tasks are completed correctly - Provides a welcoming atmosphere for volunteers during prep times - Assists volunteers with cooking, prep, dishwashing, cleaning, and stocking - Informs Volunteer Coordinator of the need for additional volunteer support - Supervises and tracks hours of Community Service Workers Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: - Represents the Family Kitchen program and mission to the community in a professional manner - Demonstrates effective culinary skills in producing meals in bulk - Demonstrates innovation and creativity with meal planning by using donated ingredients - Demonstrates excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills - Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective communication with a wide and diverse range of people and organizations - Demonstrates ability to work with empathy and compassion toward others - Demonstrates proven leadership skills - Demonstrates ability to work independently and collaboratively and accept direction from the Operations Manager Minimum Qualifications: - Kitchen or restaurant experience - Basic computer skills - Possess or have access to reliable transportation - Possesses or has the ability to obtain a Food Handler’s license - Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds Other Qualifications/Experience Considered: - History of volunteering (especially at Family Kitchen) - Lived experience of homelessness or food insecurity - Experience serving or working with under-resourced communities - Ability to work occasional on-call shifts in Sisters or Redmond Compensation: $16-$18 per hour depending on experience Employees are welcome and encouraged to eat during shifts This role is not eligible for health insurance or 401K benefits. It is eligible for PTO and holiday pay.

Please Note: This position is based at our main campus in Boys Ranch, Texas, located approximately 40 miles northwest of Amarillo. Applicants from across Texas are welcome to apply, but relocation to Boys Ranch is required. Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is a nonprofit child and family service organization that provides residential family-style living in a rural setting for boys and girls in need of a safe, home-like environment. We are currently seeking House Parents to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct care services and creating a home-like environment for children in need. The House Parent plays an instrumental role in creating a positive and nurturing environment for children who need a safe place to call home. As a House Parent you will work directly with children to provide support, guidance, and positive reinforcement. You will help children with daily tasks and activities, and you will be responsible for creating a sense of family within your home. Responsibilities Live in your assigned cottage, helping to care for and provide for up to eight children. Teach and lead cottage rules and daily routines. Provide encouragement, guidance, and counseling to residents. Participate in educational and recreational activities with the youth. Ensure that all children’s physical needs (food, shelter, etc.) are met. Help children build self-esteem and gain skills to overcome difficult situations. Act as a positive role model to youth by demonstrating appropriate behaviors and attitudes towards others. Requirements A high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in child care or related field is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a team. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be 21 or older. Ability to work independently with strong problem solving and decision-making skills. Benefits Sign-on bonus. Longevity bonus available! Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, Roth) with 5% Company match! Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Cal Farley's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please Note: This position is based at our main campus in Boys Ranch, Texas, located approximately 40 miles northwest of Amarillo. Applicants from across Texas are welcome to apply, but relocation to Boys Ranch is required.

The Housing Retention Specialist for the New Beginnings’ Encampment Resolution Project will engage, assess and assist eligible clients as referred by our Encampment Resolution Project, by partnering with clients to build skills and access resources and support systems necessary to maintain their housing. The Housing Retention Specialist will meet with clients to provide supportive services and to promote housing retention, community integration, life skills, and improved health and wellness. The Encampment Resolution Project will work to resolve 21 vehicle encampments county-wide. The Housing Retention Specialists will report to the Encampment Resolution Project Coordinator and the Vehicle Encampment Resolution Program Manager. The goal of the project is to house 150-300 individuals residing in these encampments. We are hiring two Housing Retention Specialists - one based out of our Santa Maria office and one located in our Lompoc office. The Housing Retention Specialists will be in the field at least 75% of the time. Position Duties: • Facilitate the connection and enrollment of clients into eligible and applicable programs and resources; • Support clients, collaboratively working with their landlords, neighbors, and existing case management services as needed in order for the client to thrive within their housing; • Assist clients in relocating to more appropriate housing if needed; • Strive to recognize the best in each client and to support the meaningful change they seek through building relationships and utilizing motivational interviewing techniques and strength based case management techniques; • Provide client engagement by welcoming the client to their new community, addressing basic needs, establishing trust and assisting the client with understanding the services that are available to them; • Meet with clients on a regularly scheduled basis and document growth and strength in progress notes and in Fulcrum and HMIS; • Provide home and field based services as appropriate and transport clients as needed to essential appointments that support their well-being; • Assist client with navigating and abiding by their lease obligations; • Support clients with learning and practicing fiscal responsibilities; • Assist client with their physical and mental health needs by providing support and linkage to appropriate services and/or our internal multi-disciplinary team; and • Participate in client review meetings and provide input to community partners as appropriate. Expected Competencies: • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Human Services or related field preferred; and a minimum 1 year case management experience or related professional licensure or certification i.e.; LCSW, MFT, CADAC, LVN, LPT, etc.; • Knowledge of HMIS and Housing First model preferred but not required; • Experience with homeless, vulnerable and/or diverse population and the knowledge surrounding poverty and social factors involved; • Ability to understand the needs of formerly homeless people with disabilities and to develop collaborative goals towards greater self-sufficiency and independence in the greater community; • Respond to all persons in a calm, supportive and professional manner; • Knowledgeable of the dynamics of chemical dependency, mental disorders and the effects of homelessness; • Excellent verbal and written skills; and • Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, computer literacy and willingness to learn other applications. • Must have own working transportation with liability insurance to conduct job-related travel; • Must successfully complete a background check and meet insurance carrier’s requirements for approval to drive; • Must satisfactorily pass the company’s background, DMV and reference check • Bi-lingual a plus but not required. Work hours are Monday - Friday, 9-5 although there will be some nighttime and weekend hours on occasion to attend community events and/or to manage any off-hour client crises that may arise. Starting salary range is $25.00 - $28.00 per hour (DOE) with medical and dental benefits provided, 403b participation and match, as well as generous paid time off. Position begins asap. This is not a remote position. Send resume, cover letter and a list of three professional references to hr@sbnbcc.org. If we feel you are a good match for the position, you will be contacted to schedule an interview. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, political affiliation or beliefs, sex, age, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status or pregnancy (as those terms are defined by the California Fair Employment and Housing Act -- Government Code Section 12900-12996), except where such discrimination is based on a bona fide occupational qualification.

Please Note: This position is based at our main campus in Boys Ranch, Texas, located approximately 40 miles northwest of Amarillo. Applicants from across Texas are welcome to apply, but relocation to Boys Ranch is required. Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is a nonprofit child and family service organization that provides residential family-style living in a rural setting for boys and girls in need of a safe, home-like environment. We are currently seeking House Parents to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct care services and creating a home-like environment for children in need. The House Parent plays an instrumental role in creating a positive and nurturing environment for children who need a safe place to call home. As a House Parent you will work directly with children to provide support, guidance, and positive reinforcement. You will help children with daily tasks and activities, and you will be responsible for creating a sense of family within your home. Responsibilities Live in your assigned cottage, helping to care for and provide for up to eight children. Teach and lead cottage rules and daily routines. Provide encouragement, guidance, and counseling to residents. Participate in educational and recreational activities with the youth. Ensure that all children’s physical needs (food, shelter, etc.) are met. Help children build self-esteem and gain skills to overcome difficult situations. Act as a positive role model to youth by demonstrating appropriate behaviors and attitudes towards others. Requirements A high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in child care or related field is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a team. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be 21 or older. Ability to work independently with strong problem solving and decision-making skills. Benefits Sign-on bonus. Longevity bonus available! Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, Roth) with 5% Company match! Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Cal Farley's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please Note: This position is based at our main campus in Boys Ranch, Texas, located approximately 40 miles northwest of Amarillo. Applicants from across Texas are welcome to apply, but relocation to Boys Ranch is required.

Case Manager – Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program (SSVF), North County, New Beginnings. 40 hours per week/full-time, non-exempt Case Manager position. Program provides eviction prevention and rapid rehousing case management for veterans and their families in North County who are struggling with housing instability. Mental health background/intern registration, post-doc, or licensure preferred but not required. Bi-lingual is helpful but not required. Veteran status or previous experience working with veterans is a huge plus. Responsibilities and tasks include a wide range of case management activities working with the adult veteran homeless population, including: • Case management tasks helping veterans and their families secure housing and look for available housing/rental units; • Coordinating housing with landlords; connecting the veterans with community resources and government and health benefits; developing case plans with clients in order to help them stabilize and resume healthy functioning; • Resume preparation, job coaching and connection to employment opportunities; • Mental health triage; • Connection to resources; • Collection of data and shared responsibility for tracking outcomes and program performance measures; • Community advocacy and participation in collaborative task force activities; • Presenting and providing information to community members and organizations about the program; and • Coordinating with inter-agency programs and activities. In addition, this position will serve as the SSVF representative at North County Veterans Treatment Court and at the Coordinated Entry System Case Conferencing Meetings. This is not a clinical position but some clinical hours may be gained towards licensure and weekly supervision is provided. Qualifications and Requirements for this Position: • The ideal candidate has experience providing case management activities to veterans and/or the homeless population, and embraces a Housing First approach to helping homeless veteran individuals and families stabilize and return to permanent and traditional housing. • Requires that the case manager be an empathic and compassionate listener with solid boundaries. • Must have a demonstrated ability to multi-task, work independently, coordinate community-wide activities, collaborate with partner agencies, and prioritize tasks. • Experience with HMIS preferred and/or a solid demonstrated ability to use complex software and Microsoft Excel for data entry, collection and reporting. • Requires initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to be self-directed and work autonomously. • Share on-call responsibilities. • Must have own working transportation with liability insurance to conduct job-related travel. • Must satisfactorily pass the company’s background, DMV and reference check. • Must meet insurance carrier’s requirements for approval to drive. • Bi-lingual a plus but not required. Work hours are Monday - Friday, 9-5 although there will be some nighttime and weekend hours on occasion to attend community events and/or to manage any off-hour client crises that may arise. Starting salary range is $26.00 - $28.00 per hour (DOE) with medical, dental and vision benefits provided, 403b participation and match, as well as generous paid time off. Position begins asap. This is not a remote position. Send resume, cover letter and a list of three professional references to hr@sbnbcc.org. If we feel you are a good match for the position, you will be contacted to schedule an interview. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, political affiliation or beliefs, sex, age, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status or pregnancy (as those terms are defined by the California Fair Employment and Housing Act -- Government Code Section 12900-12996), except where such discrimination is based on a bona fide occupational qualification.