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

Join a positive and dynamic team!!! Enriching Lives is recruiting for a Social Worker Coordinator & Direct Support Professional. To apply, please click on link below or copy into your browser. In order to be considered for an interview you must complete the online application through our Applicant Tracking System. https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=6986397EE113718471C36F1C30898C69 We encourage you to learn more about our organization by watching our video at the link below: https://vimeo.com/364419685 Social Worker Coordinator This position is working in adult foster care with adults that have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. You will be working with these Individuals to ensure that necessary services and supports are in place for them in their family homes. Classification: Non-Exempt, Hourly Job Function/Specialty: Social Services - Foster Family & Family Home Agency Reports To: Program Administrator or Social Worker Supervisor **Please note that all Direct Service Professionals, Social Work Coordinators, and Social Work Supervisors are required to work evenings and weekends. Although your schedule may vary by day, and you may not be required to work every evening and weekend, a typical weekday schedule is from 10:00am to 6:00pm, and a typical weekend schedule is one weekend day from 9:00am to 5:00pm, with flexibility. Summary: The Social Worker (Coordinator Emphasis) oversees the services provided to Individuals by developing & implementing the Individual Service Plan, setting up services & supports, monitoring the Family Home environment & overall quality of care, supporting Providers, and ensuring all internal & external policies and regulations are met. Essential Job Functions Individuals must be able to meet all essential functions, core competencies, and requirements of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to meet/perform these functions. • Upholds the mission and vision of Enriching Lives and works with Individuals to assist them in achieving a well-rounded life that they deem satisfying. • Coordinates the development & implementation of the Individual Service Plan with the Planning Team based on the Quality of Life Outcomes (Choice, Relationships, Lifestyle, Health & Well Being, Rights, and Satisfaction) and in accordance with internal & external regulations and policies. • Ensures provision of all medical, health, and ancillary services to Individuals in accordance with the Individual Service Plan and additional needs that arise. • Arranges and/or ensures opportunities for relationship development and community activities based on Individual preference. • Creates and maintains relevant documentation including the Individual Service Plan, Quarterly Reports, Progress Notes, Medical/Health Records, Incident Reporting, Provider Contracts/Documentation, and additional relevant documentation in accordance with all internal and external policies and regulations. • Monitors and supports the Family Home Providers during home visits, meetings, and as needed in regards to provision of services to Individuals and the implementation of Individual Service Plans. Notifies management immediately of any material changes affecting the status of Individuals or Family Homes. • Provides crisis management support and rotating on call coverage to Individuals & Providers. • Provides excellent customer service and response timeliness to stakeholders such as Individuals, families, Regional Center, and Family Home Providers. • Develops and maintains working relationships with all Individuals, families, funding sources and regulatory agencies, as appropriate, and monitors their satisfaction with services. • Liaises with consultants such as behaviorists, nurses, therapists, psychologists, and other specialists to ensure service needs of Individuals are met. • Participates in or conducts training as required. • Assist Individuals with transportation and moving as needed. • Functions as a Social Worker (Certification Specialist Emphasis) as required during development and transition stages. • Performs other duties as assigned. May work on special assignments in addition to normal job functions. Requirements: Education and/or Experience Related Master’s Degree preferred or Bachelor's Degree plus one to two years related experience preferred; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs. Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Vision Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors, Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid driver’s license & insurance, driving record must meet state regulations & company policy. First Aid & CPR certification (may completed after hire). Other Requirements Safe & reliable vehicle. Ability to travel as required. Must meet all federal, state, and internal employment requirements including, but not limited to: Background checks and Physical/TB screening. Website: www.enrichinglives.net

We’re seeking a dedicated Employment Specialist to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in reaching their unique employment goals. In this role, you’ll work closely with service recipients to create personalized employment plans, identify strengths and challenges, and provide hands-on training to help them secure and succeed in competitive jobs. Ideal candidates are strong communicators, problem-solvers, and self-starters who are comfortable networking and building relationships with community partners. In addition to this, they also posses exemplary writing skills and computer literacy. Schedule: 8a-4p Monday–Friday or flexible to meet program needs. Occasional evening/weekend availability as needed. Pay: $23.60 per hour, Bi-Weekly Pay Schedule Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field Minimum 20 years of age Valid NJ driver’s license with no more than 5 points At least 2 years of experience in a related field Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a job coach Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred Current certification in American Red Cross First Aid and Adult CPR (or ability to obtain) Benefits The Arc of Ocean County is Proud to Offer High Quality, Low Deductible Medical Insurance with $0 copay and An All Encompassing Prescription Coverage Plan. Additionally, We Offer a Robust Dental and Vision Coverage Plan! Medical, Dental, Vision and FSA Coverage 401k with Agency Matching Tuition Reimbursement, Career Advancement Opportunities, Referral Bonus Program Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Paid on the Job Training Various Other Supplemental Benefits

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

Help families in crisis. Cultivate hope. Be a youth mentor. _____________________________________________ Part or full time | Starting at $16 an hour | Benefits Schedule is any combo of (8 hour shifts): Friday - Swing and Graveyard Saturday - Day, Swing, and Graveyard Sunday - Day, Swing, and Graveyard Oxbow Academy is located in Sanpete County Utah in the town Mt. Pleasant, Utah. _____________________________________________ Oxbow Academy provides very specialized treatment. We are often the last hope to families in crisis who don't know where to turn. As a youth mentor on the Oxbow team, you will provide a safe and supervised environment where our families' sons can begin the healing process. Students at Oxbow Academy have broken sexual boundaries. These issues are often misunderstood and result in debilitating anxiety and shame. Our goal is to provide hope where it has been lost, rebuild trust where it has been broken, and help these young men and their families move forward. As a mentor at Oxbow Academy, you provide hope to families. Their sons are finally safe. Healing can finally begin. You will gain experience in the behavioral and mental health fields and working with adolescents. You will share experiences with our students including high adventure activities that help build authentic, healthy relationships. These relationships are central to the healing process. Often the relationships formed with mentors are the most meaningful to our students and central to deep and lasting change. They create the safety needed to take the first step forward. Serve families. Help heal. Be a Youth Mentor. Requirements Please note: your resume should include education, work experience, certifications, and licenses 20+ years of age High School diploma or equivalent Able to pass criminal investigation background check Able to pass motor vehicle record check (if applicable) Current Utah driver's license (within 30 days of employment) 1st Aid & CPR certified (we may provide) Aegis certified (we may provide) Good time management Works well within a team Leadership skills and ability to make decisions Strong problem-solving aptitude Able to emotionally self-regulate Good judgement Safety-oriented Effective communicator including listening, writing, and speaking Firm, healthy boundaries Must be able to adhere to physical demands of walking, running, lifting, hiking, rock climbing, skiing, snow boarding, and any other outside and animal related activities in various conditions. Benefits Full or part time work Health, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and other insurance plans available for full-time employees after a probationary period Employer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA) Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Awards Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Free meals while working Significant discounts for hundreds of professional gear brands A few hours from Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell A few hours from many world-class ski resorts

Job Title: Fundraising Representative (Commission-Based) Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: 50% of daily donations (paid daily) We are seeking experienced, energetic fundraising representatives to join our team. This role is commission-only, with daily pay. You will be on the front lines engaging with the public, raising donations to support holiday dinners for homeless children during Thanksgiving and Christmas. Key Responsibilities: • Engage with 500–900 people daily in high-traffic shopping centers (e.g., Walmart, Vons, Albertsons). • Solicit and collect donations through face-to-face outreach. • Represent the foundation with professionalism, enthusiasm, and persistence. • Maintain high energy and positivity throughout the day. Requirements: • Proven experience in door-to-door sales, fundraising, or high-volume customer engagement. • Comfortable handling rejection while maintaining a positive attitude. • Ability to stand and walk for 6+ hours daily. • Reliable transportation and a smartphone with internet access. Compensation & Incentives: • Commission Only – Paid Daily. You receive 50% of all donations you collect each day. • Top fundraisers currently earn $1,400+ per week in cash. • Weekly bonuses for top performers (paid every Friday). Schedule: • Thursday – Sunday • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals with strong people skills who thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments. If you’re driven, resilient, and passionate about making an impact, we want to hear from you