Family Support Specialist

About IHI At Innovative Hematology, Inc. (IHI), we offer a future where people with rare blood disorders flourish. Our experts provide the highest quality comprehensive services and holistic care to patients with bleeding, clotting, and other hematologic disorders, and to their families. What You Will Do As the Child Life Program Coordinator, you will collaborate with the health care team to provide social, emotional, and developmental support to pediatric and adolescent patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings. The primary goal is to provide age-appropriate education, help reduce patient stress and anxiety, and build and maintain positive relationships with patients, their families, and organizations or groups that support pediatric and adolescent patients and programs. In addition to direct Child Life responsibilities, the Child Life Program Coordinator will play a crucial role in expanding the program’s scope, reach, and impact.   The Opportunity Develop care plans to reduce the fear and anxiety a child experiences during medical visits while building ongoing trusting relationships. Support children, families, and staff by implementing and leading specialized services to best meet the individual child’s needs, including medical play, procedure preparation, support, distraction, and coping mechanisms during medical events. Work collaboratively with and function as an effective member of the child life and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to share the concerns and needs of individual children and coordinate their care. Guide children, staff, and family through coping strategies during medical procedures. Educate and prepare patients and their families for medical procedures, disease processes, and mastery of the healthcare environment using appropriate and therapeutic play activities as treatment tools to reduce stress and trauma. Prepare and present educational opportunities to healthcare team members and community partners. Support growth, planning, program development, and coordination of the CLS program Collaborate with appropriate staff in the transition of patients from the pediatric to adult clinic.  Complete home or offsite visits (including but not limited to Outreach Clinics) to provide assessment, interventions, and education. Collaborate with appropriate supervisors and managers to ensure adequate CLS coverage at outreach events. Provide key planning and logistical support for organizational supported camps and other assigned programs.   This position requires occasional travel to patient homes, schools, and outreach clinics outside the IHI.  Performance Requirements: Knowledge: Knowledge of child development, child life theory, and evidence-based practice, as well as childhood trauma and grief and therapeutic interventions. Knowledge of the social determinants of health and their impact on patients and families. Knowledge of effective communication strategies for working with children. Skills: Motivational leadership skills. De-escalation and resolving conflict. Skilled in Trauma Informed Care approach. Active and reflective listening. Excellent interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills, including adjusting vocabulary to match the child’s age and comprehension level and using positive reinforcement. Outstanding organizational and time management with the ability to prioritize competing demands. Public speaking and educational presentations.   Abilities: Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Ability to establish safe environments for patients to express thoughts and emotions. Ability to build trust by understanding patient and family needs, providing accommodation, and assessing patients’ needs to develop age-appropriate support strategies. Ability to work with culturally and neuro-diverse patients and families. Ability to develop age-appropriate care strategies to minimize trauma and increase understanding of medical diagnosis through treatment plans using therapeutic play, education, preparation, and activities that promote growth and development alongside the patient’s care team. Requirements Minimum bachelor’s degree in Child Life, Child Development or related field required. Certified Child Life Specialist required. Minimum 5 years of related experience required. A Valid driver's license and automobile insurance is required. All IHI employees are expected to enable multi-factor authentication via their personal smartphone or smart device to access IHI systems as a requirement of their role.   Benefits Why join our team? IHI is a not-for-profit program based in Indianapolis and offers a competitive salary and benefit package. IHI is the only federally designated comprehensive hemophilia program in Indiana and serves the entire state through services available in Indianapolis and at outreach clinics. IHI is a leader in hemophilia care, education and clinical research and has a dedicated on-site multidisciplinary staff to ensure availability of a wide range of required services. IHI participates in national and international clinical research, including new infusion products and therapies, investigation of long-term outcomes, and the impact of associated conditions. The IHI research program provides patients access to new therapies, and an opportunity to improve care. Our center has more than 50 clinical research projects involving bleeding disorders, sickle cell disease, thrombosis and more.   Innovative Hematology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Do you have a heart for service? Are you passionate about helping Oahu’s underserved houseless community? Do you want a career where you can truly make an impact on the lives of others? If so, we want you on our team! Who We Are Since 1989, Steadfast Housing Development Corporation (SHDC) has been dedicated to bridging housing and behavioral health services to empower adults living with serious and persistent mental illnesses. As a trusted nonprofit, we create safe, supportive, and independent living opportunities that change lives. The Opportunity We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Residential Specialist to join our Supported Housing Program on Oahu. This is a full-time, exempt position with an annual salary range of $45,760 – $52,000, depending on education and experience. In this role, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team committed to providing stability, dignity, and hope to those whom we serve. What's in it for you? 💙 100% Employer-Paid Coverage – Free medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits for employees. 🌴 Generous Time Off – Vacation and sick leave, with the opportunity to earn up to 4 weeks of vacation and 4 weeks of sick leave per year after 4 years of service. 🎉 Paid Holidays – Enjoy 12–13 paid holidays each year. 💰 Retirement Savings – Profit-sharing retirement account to help you plan for the future. 🛡️ Life Insurance – Complimentary $15,000 life insurance policy. ⏰ Work-Life Balance – Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle. What do you have to do? Housing Support and Advocacy: • Connect with landlords and community partners to create housing opportunities for our clients. • Guide individuals through the housing search process — from scheduling viewings to completing applications and negotiating lease agreements. • Help clients make informed choices about their housing options. • Provide ongoing support to ensure clients maintain stable housing, including budgeting, household setup, and problem-solving around lease requirements. • Advocate for clients with landlords, mediate tenancy issues, and provide regular encouragement to promote success and independence. • Assist with transitions into long-term housing programs like Section 8 or public housing. Client Empowerment: • Support clients in setting and achieving personalized housing goals. • Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations of housing and service plans. • Provide education around safety, housekeeping, budgeting, and other essential skills for independent living. • Offer consistent follow-up through in-home visits and ongoing encouragement. Collaboration & Teamwork: • Work closely with behavioral health providers and other community service partners to ensure holistic support for each client. • Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and service provider collaborations. Administrative Responsibilities: • Maintain confidentiality and accurate records for all clients served. • Complete reports on housing activities, services provided, and client progress. • Assist with housing subsidy applications and maintain up-to-date benefit information. • Administer client satisfaction and quality-of-life surveys to support program evaluation. • Submit accurate daily logs of activities and contribute to program development through team input. What You’ll Need to Succeed: • 🎓 Education – A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college is required (social work or human services field preferred). If you do not have a BA degree, we have another similar position you may qualify for. Just send in your resume! • 🚗 Driver’s License – A valid Hawaii driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract (no more than 3 violations within the past 3 years). • 🌺 Experience – At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with special needs is strongly desired. • 🔍 Clearances – Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and sex offender checks. • 📞 Flexibility – Must be available to provide on-call support after hours when needed. • 🚙 Transportation – Use of your own personal vehicle with current registration, safety check, and insurance is required. Mileage reimbursement IS provided for work-related travel. Ready to Apply? If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please email your resume and indicate this position on your subject line to: 📧 Maile Daniel ➡️ Only serious applicants will be considered. Interviews are scheduled promptly for selected candidates, and positions may be filled quickly on a first-come, first-served basis. Detailed job descriptions and an employment application will be provided to applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process. Thank you for your interest in our organization!

Please Note: This position is based at our main campus in Boys Ranch, Texas, located approximately 40 miles northwest of Amarillo. Applicants from across the country 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. Married couples must have been married for a minimum of two (2) years to be eligible. Couples may bring up to two (2) dependent, school-aged children to live on-site. Please note that single applicants are not permitted to bring dependent children. Single applicants may bring one (1) pet, while couples may bring up to two (2) pets. Breed and weight restrictions apply. 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 Relocation Assistance 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 the country are welcome to apply, but relocation to Boys Ranch is required.

Do you have an extra bedroom and a heart for helping others? Would you like to be a caregiver in your own home? Enriching Lives is looking for caring individuals of all skill sets and backgrounds to become Family Home Providers for adults with developmental disabilities in your own home. We encourage you to learn more about our organization by watching our video at the link below: https://vimeo.com/364419685 As a Family Home Provider you will receive a tax free stipend of $2000-$4100+/month per Individual and you can serve a maximum of 2 Individuals in your home increasing your earning potential to $4000-$8200+/month. The amount of the stipend depends on the support needs of each Individual and how much care they need. The more support they need, the higher the monthly stipend. Most Individuals fall in the middle of the rate range. The most important quality of a Family Home Provider is a commitment to the well-being and personal growth of the Individuals they care for. We are looking for caregivers who are in alignment with our mission and values. Enriching Lives is committed to providing each Individual we serve a caring family environment where they receive the supports they need to reach their goals and to grow into the best version of themselves. Family Home Providers can come from all different ethnic backgrounds, skills sets, education, neighborhood settings and family constellations. Experience in the social service field, as a caregiver, mental health worker, Psych Tech, CNA, or RN is a plus, but is not required. Enriching Lives provides classes at no charge to potential Family Home Providers to prepare them to be caregivers in their own home. Family Home Providers are responsible for providing care and supervision to 1-2 adults with developmental disabilities such as Intellectual Disabilities, Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Autism, or Traumatic Brain Injury. More information about developmental disabilities is available on our website. Individuals may also have additional physical or mental health support needs. Individuals are 18 years and older and their needs vary from high functioning, fairly independent Individuals to those who have total physical care needs or behavior support needs. Most Individuals participate in a school or day program during the day, although Family Home Providers are still responsible for being available during the day if needed. You will receive support from Enriching Lives to assist you in providing services in your own home such as initial and continuing education, the support of a multidisciplinary team, 24 hour on call professional support, and overnight relief support. Enriching Lives staff will visit you and the Individual regularly to provide support and ensure that the Individual’s goals are being met. At a minimum, you must have 1-2 spare bedrooms, a safe and pleasant living environment, reliable transportation, a high school diploma or GED and a designated backup Family Home Provider. All adult members of the household and frequent visitors to the home must have a clear criminal history and a DMV record without any major violations. Enriching Lives is highly committed to making successful matches and placements in the home of people who become Family Home Providers with our agency. While there are never guarantees for placements, our success rate is extremely high. We honestly evaluate you and only move forward in certifying you if we are confident that you will receive a match and be successful in our program. Our goal is to create a long term and mutually beneficial relationship with our Family Home Providers. Areas where Family Home Providers are needed include: Fresno, Merced, Madera, Mariposa, Tulare and Kings Counties. We currently have a number of clients awaiting homes and can have you certified as a Family Home Provider in as little as 6-8 weeks so if you are interested, please set up an appointment for an information session at our office. For more information or to register for a free information session, please call Suzel at our office Mon-Fri between 9-5 at (559) 387-5251 or visit our website at www.enrichinglives.net. Our Fresno office is located at 7108 N. Fresno Street, Suite 310, Fresno, CA 93720. We look forward to hearing from you! The Enriching Lives Team www.enrichinglives.net

Do you have a passion for working with children and making a difference in their lives? Super Soccer Stars is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team, working directly with children aged 1 to 11 in a fun and engaging environment! In this role, you will help teach fundamental soccer skills through interactive games and activities, all while fostering a positive and exciting atmosphere. This position is perfect for those interested in gaining experience in child development, early education, or coaching. Key Responsibilities: Assist with leading soccer classes for children; providing hands-on support to our Head Coaches. Encourage teamwork, communication, and physical activity in a non-competitive environment. Use positive reinforcement to celebrate achievements and promote learning. Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during the sessions. Requirements A genuine love for working with children and helping them grow. Previous experience in coaching, childcare, or education preferred but not required. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends. Willingness to learn and follow Super Soccer Stars' philosophy and methodology. MUST be bilingual (English and Spanish) Benefits Coach referral bonus for every coach you recommend Gas Money after probationary period $100 Bonus for Sourcing New Locations Coach of the season and coach of the year awards Opportunities for career advancement Why Should You Apply? Flexible schedule Competitive salary Bonus programs with No Cap Paid training opportunities Professional development opportunities Pathway to full-time employment

Malama Pono Health Services is searching a Case Manager to provide health insurance navigation services to the uninsured Kauai population.. Duties and Responsibilities: *Complete all training and turn in all paperwork required by Department of Human Services (DHS), Med-QUEST Division (MQD), *Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM). *Attend meetings as required by Malama Pono Health Services (MPHS) and MQD. *Assure timely compliance with all contract responsibilities. *Travel to consumers in communities and provide the primary role of assisting people by providing information on affordable health insurance and direct assistance through the enrollment process *Build relationships with other community organizations *Provide feedback to Program Manager on strategies for effective engagement with community members and the type of appropriate tools for educating specific target populations *Track and record data of numbers of consumers reached through presentations, community events and health fairs, the types and numbers of other consumer assistance provided and number of people enrolled Requirements: *Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). *Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. *Ability to prioritize workload and daily activities and complete tasks in an efficient manner. *Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and outside contacts from a wide variety of ethnic, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds. *Dependable, able to work under pressure, receptive to change, and willing to learn. *Non-judgmental attitude and ability to respect the knowledge, actions, and feelings of others. *Demonstrated ability to work productively, both independently and as part of a team. *Ability to work well and thrive professionally in an atmosphere of significant diversity, working with marginalized populations. *Responsibility for maintaining client confidentiality and PHI *Effectively trained in cultural competencies Preferred Qualifications: *Extensive knowledge of Kauai. Required Work Cards/Certifications: *Valid Hawaii Driver’s License and clean three-year (3-year) Driver’s Abstract. *TB Clearance