Vocational Specialist

Are you detail oriented? Are you good at building relationships, building trust? Do you like problem solving and being creative? Accord serves individuals with disabilities, and we are looking for an Employment Specialist to join our team. Serving people in the Minneapolis / St Paul / Surrounding Suburbs Working as an Employment Specialist: You remove barriers, you create relationships, and you are the key to helping others find success in their lives. You want to work in an ever-changing environment where each day is different! You are organized and passionate about helping people. You like flexibility, working both remotely and in person, willing to help out on nights/weekends on occasion You like problem solving and enjoy a good challenge. Some of the Job Details: Hold a caseload of individuals whom you get to know, support, and champion. Provide flexible, individualized employment supports, offering employment services in three different areas: Exploration/Discovery: Help a person gain a better understanding of competitive, integrated employment opportunities in the community. Exploration activities and experiences strengthen a person’s knowledge, interests and preferences so he/she can make informed decisions about competitive employment. Employment exploration includes individualized educational activities, learning opportunities, work experiences, and additional related services identified in the person’s coordinated services and supports plan (CSSP). Development:  Provide individualized services designed to help a person achieve competitive, integrated employment, become self-employed or establish a microenterprise business in his/her community. Support:  Provide individualized services and supports that help people maintain paid employment in community businesses/settings. Employment support services occur in integrated community settings. Engage in communication with support teams, planning, and represent Accord. Attend meetings, advocate for the person you serve, and provide them with training. You will become credentialed in the MN Employment Services field. Go to the job sites and support the person when needed. Organize the details- help schedule, set up transportation (which could include driving people supported in your own vehicle), talk with employers, etc. Write reports, and maintain licensing requirements. You will explore, develop, and use your creative talents to help people find work. Requirements MUST HAVE Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills as well as time management skills. Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and a vehicle. Must pass a Department of Human Services background study. If you hold a Social Work degree, you must be currently licensed as a Social Worker as required by the Minnesota Board of Social Work. PREFERRED You need passion to make a difference, and the desire to learn. As outlined by Minnesota statute Chapter 245 D section 8 you must meet one of the qualifications listed below (and provide documentation of them including a copy of the degree earned and your transcript showing the date awarded and the degree earned and a resume which documents the year(s) of direct care experience and populations supported): A four-year bachelor’s degree in a field related to human services and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR  An associate degree in a field related to human services and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR A diploma in a field related to human services from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR A minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to human services and disabilities and four years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the qualification identified above.  Work Environment Typical work days are Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm, some evenings or weekends for support as needed. 40 hour work week. Mostly in the community with people we support. A supportive and interactive work team. Benefits Compensation range from $20.00-22.00/hour and benefit package with PTO, 9 paid holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, NO COST short & long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plan options, employee wellness program, tuition assistance program, career advancement, mileage reimbursement for providing direct services, a positive, friendly work environment and much more. #AccordJobs

Re-use Hawai‘i is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization on a mission to strengthen our community by decreasing waste, providing affordable resources, creating green jobs, and (re)cultivating the circular economy. Every year, we divert an average 740,000 pounds of resources from the landfill through our Deconstruction and Redistribution programs. Deconstruction is a sustainable alternative to demolition where our skilled crews hand-disassemble buildings to salvage the material for reuse. These building materials, along with salvaged furniture, appliances, hardware, and more are sold at our Redistribution Centers for 40-90% off retail value. We're proud to provide an affordable resource for our community while decreasing waste and the emissions associated with the production of new material. In addition to our Deconstruction and Redistribution programs, we've recently furthered our commitment to the community through our Workforce Development Program (WFD) where we provide sustainable job training to individuals facing barriers to employment. We're excited to invite passionate, collaborative, and community-minded individuals to apply for this role. We're looking forward to hearing from you. To apply, fill out our online application here: https://form.jotform.com/81508149601151 Position Summary: Oversee and manage all aspects of the Tree Milling & Processing Yard, including personnel, material management, logistics, task sequence, and safety; ensuring project goals are achieved; and providing leadership and supervision for the team in order to achieve a safe, healthy, productive, cohesive, and positive workplace. This is a full-time position, 35-40 hours per week. Schedule: Monday-Friday, Work location at Redistribution Center and Kalaeloa Yard Compensation: - Position pays $21.50 per hour to start - Health and prescription drug insurance (HMAA) - Voluntary dental & vision insurance available (HDS / HMAA) - Paid vacation and sick time - $200 material credit at Re-use Hawaiʻi & employee discount - Retirement Plan (Vanguard 403B) - Work Boot stipend after probationary period. Position Responsibilities: - Utilize Lucas Mill Dedicated Slabber DSM23 and chainsaw to cut salvaged tree logs into slabs - De-nail salvaged lumber. - Use proper stacking and drying techniques to prevent damage to milled slabs. - Ensure proper documentation and inventory of milled slabs and processed lumber. - Work with salvaged tree logs and prepare them for reuse by learning the proper techniques for milling, stacking, and drying - Develop our Tree Reclamation Program. - Facilitate and coordinate transport of milled slabs and processed lumber to Redistribution Center. - Maintain a clean and organized yard - Maintain tools and equipment, including sharpening saw blades - Manage and direct crew members - Research, set up, and ongoing management of solar kiln. - Delegate tasks to crew members and keep crew motivated and on task - Outreach to arborists, landscapers, and City & County/State departments for tree donations. - Work in collaboration with Redistribution staff. - Ensure all duties of material processing department are being done when not milling or performing outreach. - Participate in the recruitment of crew members and manage training for all new hires. Qualifications: - Valid driver’s license and clean driving abstract. - Some construction background and experience a plus, but will train on use of chainsaw and mill - Experience using hand and power tools - Ability to work in all outdoor elements and conditions - Attention to detail and safety and excellent communication skills - Commitment to reducing waste and providing the community with an affordable building material resource - Ability to work as a collaborative team member - Enjoy physically demanding work, including but not limited to, the ability to perform repetitive tasks and conduct repeated movement like bending, standing, walking, prying, stooping, carrying, and other related tasks. - Ability to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed and soled boots, gloves, ear protection, and respirator when required Physical requirements: - Position requires manipulating 60+lbs throughout the work day by utilizing tools and proper equipment. - Ability to perform intense and repetitive physical work including bending, lifting & moving material, standing, walking. General Requirements: - Cell phone and email communication. - 3 good professional references (no friends or family). - Ability to learn to operate a forklift. - Non-profit experience is a plus

Work for The Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis (IABA) and make an impact in the community of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities We are looking for a compassionate, people-oriented person to support physically or mentally challenged adults in their everyday lives. The fulfillment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpass the challenges of this job. If you’re a caring, positive person who isn’t afraid to work hard, then this is a job for you. We expect you to be polite and a good communicator. Experience in positive behavior supports and caring for the elderly or sick will make you a strong candidate. Your daily routine can include: Facilitating meaningful community connections Establishing friendships Exploring and participating in a variety of recreational and educational activities with your client Teaching independent life skills Increasing helpful, adaptive behaviors Having fun! What is Supported Living? Supported Living Services allow individuals with developmental disabilities to live in their own homes in the community, while developing independent living skills, creating meaningful relationships, and participating as active members in their families and communities. Responsibilities Able to support clients in their daily routines; including, but not limited to, nutrition, self-care, social, recreational, personal relationships, money management, etc. Provide emotional support Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency Important Details Part-Time Rate: $18.00 - $19.50 per hour Overnight- pay varies based on the type of shift (sleep or awake) Must have proof of auto insurance Must have own reliable vehicle to transport clients Must be willing to take public transportation Requirements This entry-level position requires at least a High School Diploma and one year of training and experience in providing support services for individuals who are challenged with physical or developmental disabilities, or an A.A. degree in psychology or a related field. Proven experience as personal care assistant Committed to health & safety Well-organized and reliable Excellent communication and people skills Positive and compassionate attitude Strong ethics Physical stamina CPR certified High school diploma or equivalent A valid driver’s license Own a reliable vehicle Must be willing to take public transportation with individuals Preferred experience with challenging behaviors, dressing/grooming Benefits What we offer you: Medical and Dental insurance for employees who work over 31 hours per week Mileage reimbursement Vacation Time Off & Holiday Pay (Eligible FT employees) Employee discounts; fun employee events On-the-job training, career development, and advancement opportunities 401(k) Plan A rewarding work environment Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve Dynamic work environment, no day is ever the same as the next Flexible work schedules

PURPOSE: To provide secretarial and administrative services in support of the staff and the congregation of East Woods Presbyterian Church. HOURLY EXPECTATIONS: 16 hours per week (M-Th, 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) ACCOUNTABILITY: This position is accountable to the Pastor as Head of Staff and the Session through the Personnel Committee of the Session. QUALIFICATIONS: The employee will have exceptional communication skills, proficiency in MS Office 365 (i.e., Word, Publisher and SharePoint), team player, multi-tasker, resourceful, good problem solver, and good organizational and time management skills. Additional knowledge of: Planning Center, CANVA, QuickBooks, and Mailchimp would be advantageous. Experience required. RESPONSIBILITIES: Church Office • Serve as the front office church administrator and receptionist, greeting people, answering phones and connecting people to the resources they need for ministry. • Collaborate with other church staff members and volunteer leaders to prepare and provide church bulletins, printed and electronic correspondence and reports. • Maintain an interfaced, online master calendar (currently MS365 Calendar) for coordinating and scheduling church events and use of the church facilities. • Track maintenance of computer software/program licenses and accounts and equipment with Pacific Office Automation. (POA) • Perform secretarial work as requested for church-related staff and volunteer needs. • Assure proper maintenance and records of office equipment. • Ensure proper inventory of church office supplies and order when necessary. • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Administrator's Office and church office workroom. • Open all mail and distribute it to the appropriate recipient. Church Membership and Communication • Collaborate with Session leaders to ensure that East Wood’s registers and records are kept current. • Support the maintenance of an up-to-date membership database and mailing list (currently in Planning Center/People, SharePoint and Mailchimp). • Distribute electronic communications on scheduled deadlines. • Manage certificates for milestone church and membership events. • Maintain information resources for classes and church promotions. • Keep the church member name tags and name tag rack up to date to reflect congregational participation. Make new name tags as requested. • Daily; read all emails, respond and organize a timely response. • Recruit and train office volunteers who assist with office projects. • Read and organize all bulletin responses in a timely manner each Monday. Web and Social Media Management • Create and disseminate weekly Newsletter (currently by Mailchimp). • Update church related media and content and registrations on the East Woods website. (Planning Center/Publishing/Registrations) • Assist in managing church related content and boosting church events on the church’s Facebook page. • Maintain electronic mailing lists and groups in SharePoint. EVALUATION: A Probationary Performance Review will take place ninety days after the start date. An Annual Performance Review will take place in the fall of every year. The Reviews will normally be conducted by the Pastor and a representative from the Personnel Committee. To improve the overall operation of the church, periodic feedback may also be given by the Pastor and/or Elders. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy East Woods Presbyterian Church, Vancouver, Washington, will recruit, hire, call, train, and promote all persons in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, except when after careful study religious affiliation is determined to be a bona fide occupational qualification; or physical, mental, or medical disability (including non-sighted) unrelated to the ability to engage in job-related activities, or veteran status in accordance with national policy. Please call the chair of East Woods Personnel Committee for more information 360-944-5841.

Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis (IABA) is Hiring Behavior Support Companions Comprehensive PAID training! Your daily routine can include: Are you a compassionate, people-oriented person who wants a part-time human services job that gives you flexible hours to fit around your busy schedule? Being a Respite Companion or Behavior Support Companion is more than just a job, as you will develop a personal relationship with the individuals and families you work with. Our Respite Companions provide highly trained non-medical direct services/compassionate home companions to children with developmental disabilities and other special needs. ‪As a Respite or Behavior Support Companion, you will provide primary caregivers the opportunity to enjoy breaks from their daily caregiving responsibilities. In addition, you will assist clients, their parents/guardians and their siblings to enjoy a less stressful home environment. You will work in people's homes and in varied community settings serving families in San Fernando Valley area. This is a part-time position (up to 30 hours per week) with flexible hours, with the potential of growing into a full-time position. Responsibilities: The Respite Companion will serve as the primary support staff and will possess the necessary skills to deal effectively with the day-to-day challenges of providing respite services to clients, including the demonstrated ability to increase specified client skills. Maintain a positive relationship with the family or families cared for Engage with the client through activities they enjoy Provide personal care and support to assist with daily living care needs Conduct and lead socialization activities Responsible for record-keeping for each of the service recipients. Requirements Qualifications: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent Basic computer skills Familiar with developmental disabilities Availability to work evenings and weekends. The schedule will be based on the needs of the client and family. ‪Pre-Employment Requirements: ‪Proof of valid driver's license, copy of auto insurance liability coverage, and clear DMV report Operational vehicle Proof of current CPR and First Aid training certifications Clearance with the Department of Justice by completing a fingerprint background check Physical Activity Requirements: Ability to physically lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds (e.g., groceries, housewares, or move furniture). Ability to physically assist, guide, and facilitate movement of clients that may need physical assistance (e.g., wheelchair transfer, walking, etc.) Ability to actively participate in frequent recreational activities Training: The Respite Companion will be expected to participate in approximately 40 hours of required training and would complete it during the first three months of employment. Training requirements include competency-based training, on-the-job field training and any other training provided by the professional staff of IABA and/or professionals outside the agency. Hours Thursday/ Friday 10:00AM-5:30PM (Burbank, CA) Thursday/ Every other Friday 3:00PM-7:00PM (Canyon Country, CA) Monday-Friday 3:00PM-9:00PM (Granada Hills, CA) Benefits What we offer you: Medical and Dental insurance for employees who work over 31 hours per week Mileage reimbursement Vacation Time Off & Holiday Pay Employee discounts; fun employee events On-the-job training, career development, and advancement opportunities 401(k) Plan A rewarding work environment Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve Dynamic work environment, no day is ever the same as the next Flexible work schedules Rate: $19.00 - $21.00/hour Affirmative Action/EEO statement It is the policy of IABA to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable Other duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Title: Weekend Farmers Market Coordinator (Part-Time) Hours: ~10 hours/week (morning shift) 4-5 hours of administrative work throughout the week. 5-6 hours running the market. Type: Hourly, part-time — opportunities for advancement and cross-training for qualified candidates About the Market: Join a long-running, successful farmers market that brings local growers, makers, and neighbors together every weekend. We’re looking for a friendly, organized team member to help keep the market running smoothly and create a warm, welcoming experience for visitors and vendors. Key Responsibilities: Open/setup the market Greet guests, answer basic questions, and share market information. Help manage vendor logistics (parking directions, load-in/load-out flow). Assist with cash handling / log daily receipts. Monitor site safety and cleanliness; coordinate trash and vendor needs with Operations. Support volunteer coordination and brief on-site trainings. Close/pack down the market and return equipment to storage. Provide excellent customer service and represent the market with aloha. Qualifications: Friendly, professional demeanor and strong verbal communication skills. Comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions. Basic numeracy and attention to detail for handling cash reconciliation. Reliable transportation and punctuality for early morning shifts. Prior market, retail, or hospitality experience a plus but not required. Ability to lift 25–30 lbs and be on your feet for the shift. Why Join Us: Be part of a well-established market that supports local producers and artisans. Competitive hourly pay (based on experience). Opportunities for growth into market coordination, events, or other departments through cross-training. Supportive, mission-driven workplace culture. How to Apply: Reply to this craiglist posting with your contact information and a link to your resume or listing relevant experience. We are an equal opportunity employer. Mahalo for your interest!