Lead House Parent

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.

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 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 $1400-$5400+/month per Individual and you can serve a maximum of 2 Individuals in your home increasing your earning potential to $2800-$10,800+/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. Individual’s ages range from 18-65 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: Napa, Solano, & Sonoma 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. For more information or to register for an information session, please call Mey at our office Mon-Fri between 9-5 at (707) 266-7565 or visit our website at www.enrichinglives.net. Our Fairfield office is located at Mangles Blvd, Fairfield, CA, 94534 We look forward to hearing from you! The Enriching Lives Team www.enrichinglives.net

Are you passionate about social justice and working with customers from diverse backgrounds and experiences? Are you looking for a job that combines leadership, caseload management, and person-centered service delivery? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect opportunity for you! UCP Oregon helps adults who experience disabilities to live the life of their dreams—whether that’s living independently, working in a great job, or pursuing their interests and hobbies. We encourage a culture of IDEAS (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Support) and are working towards building a diverse and inclusive workforce to represent and empower the community we support. UCP Oregon is seeking a “Lead Personal Agent” (Lead Case Manager) to work in one of our two intellectual/developmental disabilities support services brokerages known as UCP Mentors. Lead Personal Agents are a part of UCP Mentors’ leadership team therefore they will participate in developing quality assurance measures, policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with brokerage state/federal rules and guidelines. **The deadline for application submissions for the Lead Personal Agent (Lead Case Manager) Position is Friday, 8/1/2025** As a Lead Personal Agent, you will supervise up to 6 Personal Agents, including up to two Bilingual (Spanish) Personal Agent Liaisons. This will include all aspects of supervision, including: Filling open Personal Agent positions in collaboration with UCP’s Recruitment Department; Training newly hired Personal Agents and implementing on-going training and development; Managing schedules and approving payroll and expenses for your team members; Supporting excellent performance by communicating expectations, retraining to address any employee challenges, and completing performance evaluations; Acting as a resource for your team by proactively evaluating the needs of the customers on their caseloads and problem-solving when necessary; and Supporting your team in achieving their professional development goals.   You will also be responsible for improving the overall quality of services delivered by: Reviewing, editing, and approving ISPs (Individual Support Plans) and other types of documentation; Reviewing incident reports, recommending follow-up, and supporting APS (Adult Protective Services) referrals, if necessary; Soliciting and responding to customer feedback; and Connecting with external resources to better serve the customers we support at UCP Mentors’ brokerage.   You will be asked to support a minimal caseload or, at times, provide coverage for an absent Personal Agent. This would involve assisting customers (and their families) to: Navigate the support services system, including using person-centered planning techniques to assess their needs and develop plans and goals; Secure resources and services (in areas such as employment, housing, crisis, and direct support providers); and Address their health and safety needs. Overall, you’ll have the chance to make a big difference every day, and be a part of a collaborative, fun, and diverse team. Hours & Location: This is a 40-hour a week job. Typical schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm but may vary depending on customers’ needs. Additional hours will be required rarely. Currently, Lead Personal Agents are working a hybrid remote and office-based model (2 days in office, 3 days working from home). However, during your training period, you will be required to work at our office on a more regular basis. Once you are fully trained, you will have the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule. To Apply: It’s easy to apply! Click the "Apply for this job" button below. UCP Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. UCP considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people who experience disabilities to apply. Find out more about UCP at: https://www.ucpaorwa.org/careers.html Requirements Bachelor’s degree in social services or closely related field and at least 2 years of work experience in developmental disabilities, social services, mental health or a related field; or an Associate’s degree in social services or closely related field and at least 3 years of work experience in developmental disabilities, social services, mental health or a related field; or a high school diploma/GED and at least 5 years of work experience in developmental disabilities, social services, mental health or related field. At least 1 year of experience working as a Personal Agent or Case Manager for people who experience intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. At least 2 years of demonstrated experience supervising and leading other employees, preferably in the non-profit industry. Must be able to drive on the job, which means that you are at least 18 years old, have a current driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, at least two years of driving experience, auto insurance, and a clean driving record. Must be able to pass a reference check and criminal history background check. Demonstrated commitment to customer self-determination and personalized support. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Demonstrated written and verbal ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with a wide constituency. Spanish proficiency is a preferred qualification. Proficiency in ASL or other languages is considered a plus. Benefits $32.58 per hour or $67,766 annually; exempt from overtime. Candidates who demonstrate proficiency in Spanish will qualify for a pay differential. Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children. Dental insurance available at your own cost. 4 weeks of paid time off, rising to 5 weeks after 5 years of service at UCP. 11 paid holidays off per year. Paid eight-week sabbatical after ten years of service. 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match. Mileage reimbursement. Company cellphone. Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon. Posted: 7/22/2025

Title: Public Programs Associate (bilingual) Classification: Non-exempt, 50% FTE (20 hours/week) Rate: $22/hour Schedule: Flexible, with recurring weekend shifts and occasional evenings required Reports to: Public Programs Manager Position Summary: The Public Programs Associate (bilingual) is responsible for facilitating the Museum’s public programs throughout Santa Cruz County. Public Programs serve multigenerational audiences through workshops, walks, lectures, festivals, and more. In addition to developing content for certain programs, the Public Programs Associate will also strengthen community partnerships and represent the Museum through public engagement. This position requires Spanish language fluency, a willingness to work in a variety of outdoor settings, with frequent weekends and occasional evenings. Approximately 50% of the work associated with this position will occur in or near Watsonville. Specific Responsibilities: Program Facilitation (80%) - Work with the Public Programs team to identify and develop outreach projects and programs that engage all audiences - Facilitate outreach programs and events that serve target audiences - Maintain positive working relationships with trusted community partners - Refer new, potential partnerships to management while maintaining exceptional customer service - Assist Outreach Coordinator with development of outreach materials - Maintain and oversee outreach supplies including, but not limited to, Mobile Museums, Mini Museums, educational artifacts, art supplies, lesson plans - Work with the Public Programs team to plan program calendar - Serve as a primary interpreter/facilitator for nature and science-focused educational programs at various outdoor field sites for youth and adults - Assist Outreach Coordinator with scheduling programs and projects - Assist in supporting the Special Events Assistant for both onsite and offsite events - Participate in ongoing training and evaluation activities - Work with Museum volunteers and assist with their program-specific trainings and facilitation - Assist with workshops, lectures, community gardening, and other onsite Museum programs Administration (20%) - Work with the Public Programs team to identify outreach needs - Assist with maintaining program logs, calendars, and databases - Assist with updating outreach websites with upcoming events - Lead the development, organization, and preparation of program activities and materials - Utilizing Museum artifacts, research and design engaging lessons for outreach programs - Assist with the development, distribution, and analysis of program evaluations/surveys - Participate in Museum staff meetings and special events Essential Requirements: - Fluency in Spanish is required - Exceptional guest experience - Able to cultivate positive professional relationships across a wide variety of audiences - Valid driver's license, access to personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided), auto insurance that meets or exceeds CA minimum requirements - Experience working with school-aged children - Interest and curiosity in learning about the natural and cultural history of Santa Cruz - Demonstrated communication skills (written and verbal), with attention to detail - Experience working with Google and/or Microsoft Applications - Comfortable leading multigenerational audiences - Confident public speaker - Position schedule involves working weekends, with occasional evenings required Desired Qualifications: - Coursework in Elementary Education, Environmental Education, or Interpretation - Knowledge of child development and strategies for engaging students of varying ages - Experience establishing partnerships between community groups, especially within Santa Cruz County - Experience with event coordination - Bachelor’s Degree in a related field Work Environment: - Hybrid workplace environment with significant time at various outdoor settings - Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending and climbing stairs with occasional lifting of moderate loads (up to 50 lbs.) The incumbent must be able to perform each requirement of the position as outlined in the job description. Essential Requirements are representative and are essential for satisfactory job performance. The Work Environment characteristics are representative of those that may be encountered while on the job. The Museum will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. The Museum values a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with all of the responsibilities, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities. To Apply: Interested candidates can apply by submitting a cover letter along with a detailed resume to: employment@santacruzmuseum.org with the subject line: Public Programs Associate. Please direct questions relating to this position to Lucy Logsdon employment@santacruzmuseum.org.

Social Worker - Early Start San Mateo Office Starting Salary Bachelor's Degree: $58,083 - $69,700 Master's Degree: $64,008 - $76,810 Are you looking to make an impact and do work you are passionate about? GGRC is currently hiring for Social Workers in out Early Start Division. This is a Hybrid flex schedule role offering the opportunity to work in the community, from our office located in San Mateo County and from the comfort of your own home. What you’ll Do: Early Start does the needs assessment and works with the families of clients aged 0 - 3 to develop, implement, and coordinate the client’s Family Service Plan, acting as an advocate and service coordinator to the clients and their families. Local travel within Counties of San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin may be required. Occasional statewide travel and access to reliable transportation and many different locations throughout the day in order to perform the outline responsibilities of the position is required. Meet with clients/families and conduct a needs assessment. Develop action plans for community resources and referrals. Provide information to families and community agencies regarding GGRC and services available. Partner with families to problem solve and build on family strengths and natural supports. Monitor child’s developmental status and provide developmental activities to enhance development. Provide intake services and crises management as needed. Act as an advocate with client/family to assure receipt of entitled services and achievement of client’s rights. Educate clients/families on available resources and support and on specific policies/programs such as Medicaid Waiver and Institutional Deeming. Review and ensure that clients receive appropriate services from existing community resources. Evaluate availability and effectiveness of services. Research available community resources and services. Initiate referrals and monitor progress of referrals and of vender services. Participate in community meetings and activities. Participate in staff and other internal meetings and task forces as assigned. Help improve and develop community service by providing appropriate support. Maintain client records, case and Title XIX Progress notes as required. Determine eligibility for further GGRC services. Coordinate transition from Early Start services to local school districts or other community programs. Prepare Special Incident Report and other reports and forms. Ensure compliance with program’s policies and procedures as set forth by the State of California. Ensure that services are provided per relevant regulations. Who You Are You have: Experience in multi-cultural settings and/or multi-lingual capacity; Knowledge of identifying and navigating generic services; Knowledge of principles, objective and techniques of counseling individuals; Knowledge of typical and atypical child development behavior, human growth and development of family relationships; Knowledge of state and federal legislation concerning Early Start regulations and services for High Risk Infants and their families. Good interview skills and team spirit; Ability to balance conflicting priorities and focus on key job outcomes; Ability to proactively stay current with new information in area of expertise; Excellent communication skills in producing documents in a business manner and conveying complex information in a clear, concise and professional manner; Familiarity with MS Office or similar software applications; Creativity and problem solving skills; Organizational skills and time management; Crisis management and decision making; Empathic and able to respect and support cultural awareness. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school of social welfare or related human services field. Master’s Degree preferred; Case Management experience with infants or children under 4 strongly preferred; Fluency in Spanish is preferred for this position. There is a possibility for this position to be converted to a bilingual Spanish caseload if needed Benefits What are the benefits to working with GGRC? We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution and additional employer paid Life, Disability and Vision coverage 10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account to help you save for the future! GENEROUS TIME OFF BENEFITS!!! No really, we mean generous: 13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for continuing education What makes GGRC so special? GGRC values diversity, we believe in creating an environment where people of all backgrounds can collaborate to find solutions to complex problems. We are community minded and passionate. GGRC values each person as a full, robust, and unique individual and interacts with each person in a manner that is respectful and responsive. We endeavor to place each person at the center of his, her or their own life. We approach each person as an expert on his, her or their own life and identity with a clear and attentive inquiry into what is important to, as well as important for, that one person (whether coworker or person-served, family member or other stakeholder). How to apply: GGRC values diversity; people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please complete the application and submit your most recent resume. If you feel that the questions do not accurately capture what you have to offer Golden Gate Regional Center, you are also welcome to attach a cover letter. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to submit yours soon. We look forward to reading your application. Golden Gate Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Family Advocate will provide hands-on in person case management to families with an open child welfare case where the children are residing with their parent or guardians, or for families where the child has recently returned to the custody of a parent or guardian. The Family Advocate will provide coaching and encouragement to families while utilizing their lived experience navigating multi systems or the child welfare system to support the family in meeting their goals. The Family Advocate helps to ensure that the integrity of the individual family's culture is fully integrated into every aspect of the care and support offered to the child and family. The Family Advocate ensures that culturally sensitive and family friendly engagement practices permeate throughout all of our program offerings. The Family Advocate will collaborate with Alameda County Child Welfare Workers to support parents in engaging in their case plan activities and/or transition after case closure to ensure parents have a clear understanding of the issues that brought their family to the attention of Alameda County Department of Children and Family Services. As a Family Advocate , you will receive support from the Family Reclaim Services program management team in the form of training, professional development, reflective clinical supervision, and administrative support. Family Advocate job portal link: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2976737 Qualifications: -Minimum Qualifications for Family Advocate: A parent who has successfully navigated the Alameda County Child Welfare System as a client, who has exhibited exceptional qualities in their own efforts to reunify and carried out viable permanency plans for their children while maintaining child safety past case closure. Or a peer professional with some personal experience successfully navigating multi-systems within the Alameda County, with 2 years previous case management experience working in the field relevant to client population. -Ability to work directly with parents and to collaborate with Alameda County staff in order to deliver appropriate and supportive services to families. -Ability to engage cross-culturally with diverse clientele and community partners, providing culturally relevant and sensitive support. -Personal experience connecting with community resources and ability to support families in accessing all needed community resources. -Must have an understanding of child/adolescent development -Experience in Motivational Interviewing and/or commitment to receive training in this area. -Ability to engage professionally with parents, supervisors, peers, community partners and County staff. -Willingness to engage in personal and professional development in order to develop new skills and meet the challenges of the position. -Willingness to engage in reflective practices and utilize other clinical approaches in identifying and addressing personal issues which may affect or be affected by working with families involved with the Child welfare system -Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills -Demonstrate good organizational skills -Experience in computer skills and/or commitment to receive training in this area -Ability to pass a background clearance and TB test -Valid California driver’s license, a clear driving record, availability of personal vehicle, and personal vehicle insurance coverage. -Willingness to work overtime as needed, including some evening and weekend events. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual/Bicultural (Spanish) preferred Duties and Responsibilities: -Provide weekly face to face visits (in home and community) and phone calls with parents in order to provide them with emotional and practical support as they navigate the Child Welfare system -Work with parents to address child welfare case plan requirements and/or reduce the risk of entry into foster care due to child abuse or neglect. -Clarify and demystify Child Welfare and Juvenile Court systems and jargon for families. -Advocate on behalf of families with schools, health care, and other community services or providers, etc. -Provide one to one support to the parent, i.e., role modeling advocacy for the parent: acting as a sounding board, motivator and a coach for the parent. -Support families with linkages to community resources that address basic needs and stabilization concerns, such as parent training, housing navigation, childcare, navigating legal system, escaping intimate partner violence, emergency food, supportive counseling and crisis intervention, finance management, nutritional guidance, parent support groups, etc. -Assist families with increasing their support network on behalf of the needs of their child(ren) -Conduct screenings to identify family concerns and improvement in family functioning -Attend any Case Planning and Review Child and Family Team (CFTs) meetings to help ensure that families’ concerns are heard and addressed -Demonstrate sensitivity and competence in dealing with ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomically diverse client population spanning over a large geographic area. -Increase awareness about the importance of parent/professional partnerships -Assist in the ongoing development and evaluation of the child’s treatment plan, including educational, mental health, and substance treatment plans -Participate in Inter-Disciplinary Team meetings and represent the parent’s perspective -Engage in personal and professional development in order to develop new skills and meet the challenges of the position. -Participate in related parent education trainings and workshops -Participate in weekly individual and group supervision -Participate in required agency and county in-service training program -Co-facilitate Parent Support Groups and other parent training development events -Maintain accurate case documentation, assessments, and complete all paperwork by deadlines -Communicate daily schedules and plans clearly to supervisor and other relevant parties. -Maintain close contact with supervisor through email and cell phone contact (equipment provided). -The ability to relate effectively and professionally with parents, supervisor, co-workers and staff in support of families. -Meet and maintain all contract deliverables by deadlines -Perform all other duties as necessary for the good of the agency and program Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting and in the community. Physical Demands -The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. -While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some evenings and weekends are required. Travel Travel to various worksites is required Work Authorization/Security Clearance Employees must pass a background check and receive TB and health clearances prior to employment. Compliance with organizational vaccination policy. A Better Way is committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive full consideration without regard to age, race, color, ethnic background, religion, gender, sexual orientation, HIV-status, national origin or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.