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Job Posting Job title: Eligibility Specialist Location: Pala, CA Application Deadline: Open until filled Compensation: Minimum of $22.50/hour. DOE. Benefits: *Paid Holidays *Rich Medical, Dental & Vision *Generous Vacation & Sick *401(k) Match Status: Full Time/Regular position WE ARE AN ORGANIZATION THAT VALUES IN-PERSON COLLABORATION AND INTERACTION, SO WE DO NOT OFFER ANY REMOTE POSITIONS. Job Summary Under general supervision of the TANF Site Manager, perform various duties involving initial and ongoing eligibility determination of applicants, and participants for TANF services. Advise TANF participants of program services; maintain assigned caseload; and assist other support staff in related duties. Maintain accurate and detailed records, produce periodic reports, or generate correspondence and maintain a well-organized workflow. Essential Functions 1. Interview applicants and recipients of TANF services to obtain financial and other eligibility data. 2. Review applicants’ documents for completeness, legibility and accuracy. 3. Interpret and explain regulations and requirements of the various TANF services. 4. Analyze the financial and eligibility information which is collected to determine initial or continuing eligibility for one or more categories of TANF services. 5. Contact county community agencies/programs, schools, etc., to verify eligibility data and to clarify discrepancies in the information provided by applicants and participants. 6. Ensure that applicants and participants understand their TANF rights and responsibilities. 7. Compute benefits for which participants are eligible; initiate and update documents. 8. Attend Tribal and other special events for outreach and/or networking. 9. Organize caseload and files so that necessary records and documents are processed and updated within specific deadlines established by TANF guidelines. 10. Process monthly cash assistance, child care, transportation and other supplements. 11. Provide clarification to participants or others concerning their status or other pertinent situations. 12. Complete and review basic computer documents; input and access data from computer network database. 13. Interpret TANF Plan, Federal Regulations and Program guidelines to best serve families. 14. Investigate case discrepancies as needed. 15. Pick up and deliver participants (including adults and children) to and from various locations, including rural/urban areas and reservations, for trainings, appointments and special activities. 16. Maintain strict confidentiality of all facts of programs and client records. Job Requirements and Qualifications Education & Experience: Minimum High School Diploma and three (3) years’ work experience in a case eligibility capacity. Or, Associate’s degree or higher with two (2) years’ work experience in a case eligibility capacity. • Experience with the application of TANF policies and procedures (preferred not required). • Experience with intake procedures and conducting client interviews. • Experience with the policies and procedures of case eligibility systems, the methods for assessing client needs and developing and implementing case requirements. • Experience in developing and maintaining relationships of trust, cooperation, and good rapport with staff, administrators and clients. • Experience working under minimal supervision in high-stress situations to accomplish tasks within specific deadlines. • Experience collecting and evaluating data and formulating recommendations. • Experience handling complaints, disputes, grievances and conflicts with others. • Experience with database systems. Certificates & Licenses: Valid California Driver’s License with driving record acceptable to SCTCA’s insurance. Knowledge Requirements: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to speak persuasively with individuals and groups. Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills. Possess well developed skills in prioritizing, organizing, time management and verbal/written communication skills. Computer literate with the ability to operate a PC and MS software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. Proficient in using virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom, GoToMeeting, etc. Knowledge of Indian history, culture and politics a plus. Physical: Typically requires sitting for extended periods of time. Lifts and moves objects on occasion weighing up to 25 pounds. Primarily an indoor office environment. Conditions of Employment: Candidates are required to successfully complete required background check, including Live Scan and drug screening. Other Information In addition to the essential duties listed above the Eligibility Specialist is expected to: 1. Demonstrate tact and a high level of professionalism due to the sensitive and highly confidential nature of the position. 2. Consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position. 3. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. 4. Communicate regularly with supervisor about department issues. 5. Demonstrate the ability to handle difficult situations with respect and courtesy. 6. Possess the ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. 7. Be flexible for periodic after-hours and weekends. Scheduled travel (outside of the SCTCA service area or in a different county) will be required depending on workload, workshops, trainings, etc. 8. Be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills. 9. Demonstrate efficient time management and prioritizes workload daily. 10. Maintain heavy paperwork and processing in a fast-paced work environment. 11. Work independently and as a team to meet timelines. 12. Be thoroughly knowledgeable of all TANF guidelines at all times. 13. Make sound rational decisions and recommendations without bias. 14. Participate in various departmental meetings and/or committees. 15. Assist with temporary training support of TANF staff. 16. Travel between office sites may be requested to assist with training support/office coverage or as needed. 17. Encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. 18. Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships of trust, confidence, and good rapport with staff, administration, and program participants. 19. Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the manager’s discretion, such as participation in Social Work conferences, Health Fairs, Career Fairs, Graduation events, etc. About Our Company The Southern California Tribal Chairmen's Association (SCTCA) is a multi-service non-profit corporation established in 1972 for a consortium of 25 federally-recognized Indian tribes in Southern California. The primary mission of SCTCA is to serve the health, welfare, safety, education, cultural, economic and employment needs of its tribal members and enrolled Indians in the San Diego County urban areas. A board of directors comprised of tribal chairpersons from each of its member Tribes governs SCTCA. How to Apply Preferred method: Apply online at http://sctca.applicantpro.com/ A. Apply in person and submit a completed Application for Employment with a resume to the Human Resources office*, located at 11475 Nejo Rd. Bldg H. Pala, CA 92059. *Office subject to closures. B. Fax a completed Application for Employment and resume to 760-742-8610. Note: The Application for Employment can be found at www.sctca.net, under the “Careers” link. Next Step in the Process 1. If you are selected to move forward, you will be emailed an online assessment. 2. If you are not selected, you will receive a denial email. Note: These emails could possibly go to the spam folder, so please check there as well. SCTCA IS AN “AT-WILL” EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER WITH NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE To be considered under Native American Preference, you must submit verification of Tribal affiliation with your application.

Concern Housing offers an Agency Sponsored Retirement Plan and Employee Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan for part time employees. Concern encourages employee growth, offering Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs, Licensure Reimbursement and Possible Internship/Clinical Supervision. Referral Bonuses are also available! Concern Housing is seeking a Facilities Custodian to be responsible for the routine, general cleaning of the building and renovation/ repair of the individual apartments in the building, under the supervision of the Superintendent and Program Director. Position: Facilities Custodian, Part Time Location: Brooklyn, NY (East New York Ave.) Schedule: Monday & Tuesday; 8am - 4pm Salary: $18.00/hr. Duties and Responsibilities: - Clean offices, hallways, stairs, lobby, lounge area, exercise room, conference room and all other common areas - Dust all office furniture, windowsills, countertops, etc. - Empty office, bathroom, lounge, exercise room, conference room and all other common area wastebaskets - Clean bathroom fixtures, counters, mirrors, and mop floors - Assure adequate supplies are in bathrooms - Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them - Maintain adequate stock of all custodial supplies, ordering additional as needed - Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners - Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs - Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow melting chemicals - Maintaining the cleanliness of the exterior of the building including removing debris from the property, sweeping patios and walkways as needed - Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, and ladders to prepare facility for events such as banquets and meetings - Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation as allowed by law and with proper protection - Dust, clean and maintain exercise equipment - Minor maintenance repairs as needed including changing light bulbs, filters etc. - Wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times - Cleaning of individual apartments: kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, dusting of blinds, emptying trash baskets - Remain current with all Agency required compliance documents and trainings. Major periodic cleaning: - Wash inside and outside of all windows, as assigned - Wash off marks on walls and doors - Dust door ledges and floor boards - Dust chair/furniture legs - Scrub bathroom floor, walls, and fixtures - Clean and/or shampoo carpeting and upholstery - Coordinate moving or set up of furniture to individual units - May be required to assist with the clean up of areas damaged by residents Requirements: High School Diploma (preferred) plus 6 months or more related experience (preferred). Must have a valid drivers license. Good communication and interpersonal skills a must, as well as good client/customer service skills, ability to follow oral and written instructions, prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively with a team. Basic knowledge of cleaning products is required. The work requires routine walking, standing, bending and carrying items weighing less than fifty pounds. Moving items over fifty pounds utilizes a team lift. Click here to apply: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=6955185 Keywords: Maintenance, Facilities Custodian, Janitor

REWARDING ENVIRONMENTS FOR ADULT LIVING, INC. (REAL, INC.) REAL Inc. is seeking a Day Habilitation Specialist to assist the individuals with acquiring, developing and accessing functional skills and supports (both social and environmental) successfully in the community. Available shifts are: Monday to Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm Responsibilities: Teaching skills needed to promote independence, inclusion and productivity Teach/model appropriate social skills Provide transportation to and from the day habilitation program, as well as in the community Provide supervision to individuals in accordance with individual treatment plan. Transport individuals in a safe and comfortable manner, following all NYS Law and Agency procedures. Complete required documentation daily. Participate in recreational trips and community outings assisted by program. Attends all required meetings and trainings. Provide assistance with travel training. Complete other responsibilities as requested Qualifications: Must have High School Diploma or GED Must have at least one years experience working with IDD population Must have a valid NYS drivers license Must successfully pass the required road test. Must have Defensive Driver Certificate. CPR/First Aid a plus Day Habilitation experience a plus Please forward Resume: HR@real-nyc.org

REWARDING ENVIRONMENTS FOR ADULT LIVING, INC. (REAL, INC.) REAL Inc. is seeking a Day Habilitation Specialist to assist the individuals with acquiring, developing and accessing functional skills and supports (both social and environmental) successfully in the community. Available shifts are: Monday to Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm Responsibilities: Teaching skills needed to promote independence, inclusion and productivity Teach/model appropriate social skills Provide transportation to and from the day habilitation program, as well as in the community Provide supervision to individuals in accordance with individual treatment plan. Transport individuals in a safe and comfortable manner, following all NYS Law and Agency procedures. Complete required documentation daily. Participate in recreational trips and community outings assisted by program. Attends all required meetings and trainings. Provide assistance with travel training. Complete other responsibilities as requested Qualifications: Must have High School Diploma or GED Must have at least one years experience working with IDD population Must have a valid NYS drivers license Must successfully pass the required road test. Must have Defensive Driver Certificate. CPR/First Aid a plus Day Habilitation experience a plus Please forward Resume: HR@real-nyc.org

Job Title: Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Coordinator Reports to: Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Program Manager Location: BOSTON, MA The Boston Center for Independent Living is a frontline civil rights organization led by people with disabilities that advocates to eliminate discrimination, isolation, and segregation by providing advocacy, information and referral, peer support, skills training, PCA services, and transitional services in order to enhance the independence of people with disabilities. Position Overview: The Long Term Services and Supports Coordinator coordinates long-term services and supports (LTSS) for individual BCIL consumers (clients) enrolled in One Care, an innovative and nationally recognized health care program for people with disabilities. LTSS enhances the independence, health, and wellbeing of persons with disabilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assesses the long-term services and supports needs of consumers in One Care, advocating for them, and coordinating services. • Providing education on LTSS and independent living to the consumer and their care team with the goal to improve or maintain consumers’ health, independence, and wellbeing in the community. • Builds positive, productive relationships with consumers, whose input is critical to the development of effective LTSS plans. • Arranges and coordinates the authorization and provision of appropriate community long term supports and services and resources, including, but not exclusively, nutrition, personal care attendant services, assistive technology, homemaking services, and chore services. • Builds positive, productive relationships with service providers and One Care plans’ care teams. • Works with LTSS Coordination Program team members and other BCIL staff as needed in service coordination efforts. • Utilizes database systems for BCIL and LTSS coordination • Performs other duties as assigned by the BCIL supervisor. Desired Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field; or at least two years’ experience working in a human service field with the Senior Care Options, One Care, or comparable programs. • Lived experience with disability. • Commitment to independent living philosophy. • Knowledge of the home and community-based service system and how to access and arrange for services or the ability to quickly learn. • Experience in conducting needs assessments for long-term services and supports. • Ability to write an Individualized LTSS Plan and communicate effectively across complicated service and support systems or ability to learn quickly. • Cultural competence and the ability to positively interact with consumers and advocate for their LTSS needs with health plans’ Care Teams. • Ability to travel within the Greater Boston area and access consumers’ residences (some of which may not be accessible). A driver's license or car is not required. • Ability to use varied databases and work on tight timelines. • Ability to communicate in a language BCIL consumers use (Spanish, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole, Chinese, Portuguese, Vietnamese) a plus. • Ability to maintain confidentiality as required. Equipment Operated: Computers, copier, scanner, Microsoft Office, printer, and other office equipment/programs. Working Environment: Office area is a shared workspace divided by cubicles. Verbal communication can be heard from other staff in adjoining cubicles. The position requires both in-office and remote work, including seeing consumers in person in their homes. Hours: 40 Hours – Full Time Benefits: • 2 weeks paid vacation (increases with length of service) • 2 personal days • 13 holidays • 12 sick days • Health, dental, and vision (75% paid by agency). Short-term disability, long-term disability, group life insurance 100% company paid. • Optional FSA medical and dependent care accounts, critical care insurance and additional life insurance available which is employee paid. • MBTA Perc program available via payroll deduction. Salary: $46,000 annually, depending on skills and experience. Language differential available for those speaking languages identified by BCIL. How to apply: Email cover letter and resume BCIL is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation is provided as needed for employees and other affiliates. Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE) checks are part of BCIL’s standard procedure.

Wave Aquatics is now hiring for lifeguards at the Juanita Aquatics Center at Juanita High School (Kirkland, WA) and the Redmond Pool (Redmond, WA). Job Summary: Lifeguards ensure the safety and well-being of all guests at Wave Aquatics swimming pool facilities. As a lifeguard, you will play a crucial role in providing excellent guest services while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. You have a responsibility to maintain a safe environment and possess the ability to respond effectively in emergency situations. Key Responsibilities: Enforce pool rules and regulations Prioritize safety of everyone in the facility at all times Actively scan and be fully attentive while guarding on stand to Red Cross Safety Standards Complete cleaning tasks when off stand and stay emergency-ready at all times Execute Emergency Action Plans correctly and quickly in the event of an accident or injury Prepare facilities for upcoming programs (lane lines, bulkhead move, equipment, etc.) Perform daily checks of safety equipment (backboard, rescue equipment, First Aid kit, etc.) Monitor pool water chemistry through water testing; ensure that all required chemical checks are happening and recorded appropriately Perform maintenance duties to maintain a clean and safe facility Provide excellent in-person and over-the-phone customer service to all guests who enter the facility Report and advise all concerns to the Pool Directors Attend all in-service trainings Complete opening and closing facility procedures Complete incident reports, accident reports, theft reports, and vandalism reports as deemed required Abide and uphold all policies and procedures set forth by the Wave Aquatics Handbook Qualifications 16 years of age or older High School Diploma or GED (In Progress OK) Proven swimming ability with a strong understanding of water safety practices Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR Certification (or ability to obtain certification prior to start date) Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays Strong communication skills with the ability to interact positively with guests of all ages Ability to perform heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds) as required for equipment handling and maintenance tasks Capable of responding calmly and effectively in emergencies Work Environment: Pool Facility Atmosphere: The work environment includes pool areas, which can be warm, humid, and noisy due to activity in and around the water. Physical Demands: The role will be located at the swimming pool. Role will require standing, walking, and lifting equipment or supplies up to 75 pounds. There may also be occasional exposure to chemicals used in pool maintenance (e.g., chlorine) and wet or slippery surfaces Safety Awareness: The employee must be aware of water safety rules and regulations and work closely with other staff to ensure a safe environment Variable Hours: Schedule may require flexibility and could include early morning, evening, or weekend shifts Hourly Pay: $17.50 - $20.00 per hour DOE Benefits: Eligible for those who regularly work more than 30 hours per week Apply today at www.waveaquatics.org/employment.