Outreach Case Manager

Are you compassionate and caring? Are you looking for a rewarding career in Mental Health & Human Services? Apply today to join an amazing team, dedicated to advocating the health & well-being of individuals, families, and communities. MHA Columbia Greene is seeking to fill multiple positions of Community Support Specialists. These are 2 full time positions, averaging 40 hours per week including some evenings and weekends, at a rate of $19.50 per hour. Upon successful completion of training to obtain PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) provisional certification, the rate of pay will increase to $21.00 per hour. The primary worksite is in Columbia County NY. **This position offers some flexibility to work remotely based on program needs and supervisor approval** This position supports the CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) services are person-centered, recovery-oriented, mobile behavioral health supports intended to build skills and self-efficacy that promote and facilitate community participation and independence.  Community Oriented Recovery Empowerment Services (CORE) Peer Support Specialists work with individuals with mental health or substance use conditions offering peer delivered services that promote recovery and self-advocacy, focusing on helping individuals develop skills and abilities, access resources, and build networks to support their recovery goals, live independently and participate in community life. As a Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment (CORE) Services Peer Specialist, you will provide person-centered, recovery-oriented support to individuals with behavioral health issues, helping them develop skills, access resources, and achieve their goals in the community. Services that can be provided: Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR)- to provide this service you need to have a High School Diploma or equivalency and 1-3 years of relevant experience or must have a BA/BS Degree.  Assists individuals in improving their functional abilities to the greatest degree possible in settings where they live, work, learn, and socialize.  Rehabilitation counseling, skill building, and psychoeducational interventions. Core Responsibilities: Person-Centered Support: Work collaboratively with individuals to identify their strengths, goals, and needs, and develop individualized plans to support their recovery journey. Skill Development: Assist individuals in developing social, interpersonal, and daily living skills to enhance their ability to live independently and participate in the community. Advocacy and Empowerment: Advocate for individuals' rights and needs, promoting self-advocacy and empowerment to help them navigate the system and achieve their goals. Resource Navigation: Help individuals access and utilize community resources, including housing, employment, education, and healthcare services. Crisis Support: Provide support during times of crisis, helping individuals access appropriate resources and develop coping strategies. Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely records of services provided, progress made, and any challenges encountered. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other members of the treatment team, including clinicians, case managers, and family members, to ensure a coordinated approach to care. Role Modeling: Serve as a role model for recovery, demonstrating positive coping skills, self-care practices, and a commitment to personal growth. Community Engagement: Participate in community activities and events to promote recovery and reduce stigma and meet with clients in their home/community to provide support. Training and Education: Provide education and training to individuals and families on topics related to mental health, substance use, and recovery. Supervision: Participate in regular supervision to ensure quality of service and professional development. The ideal candidate will have a Peer Support Specialist Certification and be a current or former recipient of mental health services, comfortable in using their lived experience to provide support and advocacy. Provisional Certification (50 hours) allows individuals to provide peer support while the remaining hours are completed towards standard certification. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent and 1-3 years' worth of relevant experience. Individuals are required to obtain a PSR Provisional Certification within 3 to 6 months. During the first 60 days you will be required to complete all Essential Knowledge trainings as well as CORE Application of Principles training. Other training courses will be assigned as well. Be a self-starter who works independently in the community and maintains professional relationships with staff, providers, and recipients. Must be reliable and have excellent verbal, written, communication, electronic and interpersonal skills. Should be proficient in computer skills with the aptitude to learn additional software and data entry programs. Effective and efficient documentation skills are a must. Demonstrate a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias. Ability to work with a diverse population of urban, suburban and rural cultures and with community members from varying socioeconomic backgrounds. Must be able to work regularly outside the office and in the field to engage with clients. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with Greene County and knowledge of managed care is a plus. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. All offers are contingent on the candidate’s ability to obtain a Statewide Central Registry and Fingerprint clearance and must have a valid NYS Driver’s License and a clean MVR. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate in our employment practices due to an applicant's sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression (including transgender status), predisposing genetic characteristics/genetic information or carrier status, ancestry, ethnic group identification, ethnic background, traits historically associated with race, reproductive health decision making, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. At the Mental Health Association, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce makes the best workforce. Benefits Full Time Benefits include Medical, Dental, Life Benefit. Pension (employer contribution) plus Voluntary Vision, Life, AFLAC, Telemedicine (Concierge Medical), Voluntary 401K plans, EAP, generous sick, vacation, personal time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and much more. Plus, you get to be part of a dynamic, diverse, and supportive behavioral health organization whose mission is to "Provide education and advocacy, and to enhance the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities".

Windward Seniors Day Care Center has been honored to serve the windward community for over 50 years. We are a local non-profit that places value on family, connection, and healthy aging. We are looking for a hardworking team member to provide quality, compassionate care and promote a fun and safe environment for our seniors. Those looking to join the helping professions are encouraged to apply. Licensed adult day care center Responsibilities: Provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living Monitor health/behavioral changes Assist with a wide range of recreational activities Light housekeeping, maintain safe/clean environment Assist with food service Skills: Preferred experience and/or knowledge in Alzheimer's or dementia care Knowledge of and able to assist with Activities of Daily Living Interpersonal skills, including empathy, patience, listening skills Able to obtain CPR/First Aid training Practice good hygiene and health precautions Understanding of handling emergency situations Able to obtain a physical exam and TB test Education: High school diploma or equivalent Schedule: Monday to Friday day hours 12 pm to 5 pm; Sundays and major holidays off *Once hired, must do fingerprinting and pass background checks Salary: Starting at $17/hour, opportunities for raises Expected hours: 25-40 hrs/wk Benefits: Medical insurance Paid holidays Paid time off Simple IRA If this sounds like the job for you, please submit your resume. Thank you for reading this far!

POSITION TITLE:         Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor                              DEPARTMENT:               Community Initiatives REPORTS TO:              Director of Nutrition and Food Security Programs LOCATION:                  Los Angeles, Downtown CLASSIFICATION:        Non-Exempt, Full-Time HOURLY RATE:           $20.00 PERTINENT INFORMATION: This position will service West LA, Metro, South Los Angeles Work Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00AM-5:30PM This position to be filled as soon as possible Responsibilities and Initiatives Implement day-to-day program tasks, including enrolling individuals into food assistance programs (such as CalFresh and/or P-EBT), conducting community workshops on local food resources, communicating and maintaining partnerships with community members & partners, and other duties as assigned. Monitor and case-manage individuals enrolled in food assistance programs. Stay up to date with LA City and County health and safety-net programs like CalFresh, SNAP-Ed, Medi-Cal and others, and how they can support community members and NHF programs. Represent NHF at community meetings and build relationships with community members to increase NHF’s program participation. Coordinate and/or assist with community events that promote programs, services, and NHF overall. Maintain records of program deliverables, such as attendance sheets and event reach, and input data in evaluation dashboards. Provide support to other team members, including but not limited to preparing workshop & class materials, reviewing program lesson plans & curricula, assist with program planning, etc. Always follow NHF policies and procedures. Requirements At least 3 years of experience conducting community outreach and education as a certified or trained Community Health Worker or Promotora. Knowledge of community resources, including public benefits, nonprofit organizations, and local businesses. Experience working effectively with diverse communities. Comfortable with public speaking and leading group activities Strong team player able to work effectively and efficiently with others toward common goals. Fluent in English and Spanish, or other commonly used language in Los Angeles County. Reliable transportation! This position will be required to visit multiple different sites over the course of a week and will need transportation. Benefits PROGRAMS National Health Foundation is addressing the social determinants of health using several research-proven strategies. We are targeting Food Access, with an emphasis on increasing the availability of health and fresh foods in under-resourced communities, Housing, with a focus on providing shelter and care for individuals who have been released from the hospital, the Built Environment, prioritizing the removal of the barriers to health in the communities we serve, and Education, with a focus on risk prevention and support for pregnant and parenting teens to complete their education. For further details on the programs, please visit our site at: http://nationalhealthfoundation.org.  

Re-use Hawai‘i is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization on a mission to strengthen our community by decreasing waste, providing affordable resources, creating green jobs, and (re)cultivating the circular economy. Every year, we divert an average 740,000 pounds of resources from the landfill through our Deconstruction and Redistribution programs. Deconstruction is a sustainable alternative to demolition where our skilled crews hand-disassemble buildings to salvage the material for reuse. These building materials, along with salvaged furniture, appliances, hardware, and more are sold at our Redistribution Centers for 40-90% off retail value. We're proud to provide an affordable resource for our community while decreasing waste and the emissions associated with the production of new material. In addition to our Deconstruction and Redistribution programs, we've recently furthered our commitment to the community through our Workforce Development Program (WFD) where we provide sustainable job training to individuals facing barriers to employment. We're excited to invite passionate, collaborative, and community-minded individuals to apply for this role. We're looking forward to hearing from you. To apply, fill out our online application here: https://form.jotform.com/81508149601151 To apply in person, visit us at 200 Keawe Street from Tuesday - Saturday, 9am to 5pm. For more information about Re-use Hawaii and our mission, visit www.reusehawaii.org Position Summary: Deconstruction Crew members work as a team to disassemble buildings in order to preserve material for reuse. This is a full time position, 35-40 hours per week. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm. Work location varies across Oahu. Compensation: ● Position pays $18 per hour to start ● Health/prescription drug insurance (HMAA) ● Elective dental and vision insurance available (HDS / HMAA) ● Paid vacation and sick time ● $200 material credit at Re-use Hawaiʻi & employee discount ● Retirement plan (Vanguard 403B) ● Work boot stipend after probationary period. Required qualifications, work traits, and abilities: ● Some construction background and experience. ● Experience using hand and power tools. ● Ability to work in all outdoor elements and conditions. ● Attention to detail and safety. ● Excellent communication skills. ● Leader experience/skill is helpful for advancement. ● Strong commitment to the environmental mission of Re-use Hawaiʻi. ● Ability to work as a collaborative team member. ● Ability to maintain the ethical standards of the organization. ● Enjoy physically demanding labor. ● Self-motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic. ● Ability to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed and soled boots, gloves, ear protection, and a respirator, when required. Physical requirements: ● Position requires lifting up to 60+ lbs throughout the work day. ● Individuals must have the ability to perform intense and repetitive physical work and conduct repeated movement, including prying, gripping, working overhead, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and other related tasks throughout an 8-hour work day. Position responsibilities: ● Hand-deconstruct building structures, including: performing surface and structural salvage, handling recycling and waste materials, and preparing and loading salvaged material for hauling. ● Arrive on time and prepared. ● Take care of the organization's tools and equipment. ● Participate in daily safety meetings. ● Follow supervisory directions. ● Help maintain safe, clean, and orderly job sites by coordinating and cooperating with co-workers. General Requirements: ● Reliable transportation to travel to job sites. ● Valid driver's license. ● Cell phone and email communication. ● 3 good professional references (no friends or family).

The Street Heath Outreach Program is an innovative project which identifies homelessness, chronic health and mental health needs in the Central Alameda County. The program will assist people in attaining housing stability and improve health and well-being. Using a multi-disciplined team approach, the program provides street and venue-based outreach and engagement, assessment, health services and triage, case management, as well as linkages to housing agencies and mental health services. The program will work with all participants to develop and carry out action plans that improve health and wellness. Under the supervision of the Director of Population Health, the Street Health Outreach Community Health Worker will work directly with participants to access housing programs, assist with enrollment and/or maintenance of Medi-Cal or HealthPAC, and provide navigational support to successfully engage participants to a medical home. Other activities include health education, care plan development, public benefit linkage and assisting the participant with accessing TVHC health care services. Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center, Inc. is a non-profit community health center that is dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of our community by providing accessible, high quality care by integrating primary care, dental care, WIC support, mental health counseling, community health education and more. This is a full-time benefited position working 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday with periodic Saturday hours. *As position is grant-funded, employment is subject to the availability of grant funding* Compensation: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour, depending on experience. TVHC offers compensation ranges that are determined by a thorough market-based analysis and are fully disclosed in accordance with California law. The pay for a selected candidate is determined by a variety of factors to ensure fair and equitable compensation. These factors include the candidate's experience, education, skills, training, licensure, certifications, and the specific scope of the role. We are committed to providing a competitive compensation package that extends beyond base salary, designed to support the health, wealth, and career development of our employees. Responsibilities: Engages, empowers and advocates for Alameda County unsheltered residents and helps them achieve their best health. Conducts regular street outreach and engagement, building trust with individuals encountered at encampments and other service locations according to the responsive schedule. Attends to immediate survival needs as prioritized by clients, e.g. distributing basic necessities and supplies. Provides problem-solving support using Motivational Interviewing techniques. Creates a care plan that reflects the client’s need based on outreach assessment. Coordinates linkages to various community resources to meet these needs and works from an interdisciplinary approach. Provides case management services in a culturally, linguistically and age appropriate manner. Serves as a liaison between the client, community and health and social services. Assists clients with enrollment and maintenance of MediCal and Medicare eligibility as well as with other benefits such as CalFresh, GA and SSI. Provides culturally competent, trauma informed health services. Maintains client information and case documentation in a confidential and professional manner. Completes Coordinated Enrry Assessments for individuals seeking housing. Maintains client data and responsible for updating county database on a monthly basis. Adheres to organizational policy and procedures. Builds and maintains appropriate relationships with staff, encampment leaders and Housing Resource Centers. Supports a positive work environment and fosters teamwork. Represents Street Outreach team at county and community based organization events and meetings. Participates with other staff in multidisciplinary meetings and other staff processes to achieve program development, staff development, program evaluation, program operations review, and other activities as appropriate. Requirements High school diploma, or equivalent required. Associate of Arts Degree preferred. Valid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Card (CPR) within three months of hire. Minimum of 1 year experience providing outreach to chronically unhoused individuals preferred. Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EHR) preferred. Lived experience of homelessness valued. Qualifications: Bilingual; English/Spanish preferred. Be highly dependable and independent. Good communication; ability to work well within a team and independently. Proficiency in computer operations, navigational skills and comfortable with Internet-based applications. Sound decision-making skills including problem solving. Professional demeanor. Sensitivity to and understanding of the special needs of unsheltered people facing complex challenges. Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight timeframes. Strong understanding of the health care and community resources. Must be willing to travel to assigned locations and drive street health medicine van to and from various service sites as needed. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively. Flexible and adaptable to change. Ability to learn quickly and retain complex information. Ability to travel to work assignments. Benefits We offer excellent benefits including: 100% paid medical (co-payments, prescriptions, premiums covered), dental, vision (including dependent and domestic partner coverage), generous paid leave benefits including holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement plan with an Employer match, tuition reimbursement, monthly treats, pet insurance and more.

About the Company: The Arc in Hawaii is a non-profit organization with 70 years of history in Hawaii. We provide both residential and day services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to support the inclusion and participation of individuals with IDD in their respective communities throughout their lifetime. Role: We are seeking compassionate and dependable individuals for our Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions. You will provide care for our residents/participants (adults with IDD) at our homes and Adult Day Health (ADH) centers under the guidance of the home and center managers. Pay: $18.86 - $19.39 per hour Openings: Kaimuki (Residential) Sat & Sun 7am-7pm (Part Time, 24 hours) Sat & Sun 8am-8pm (Part Time, 24 hours) Sat & Sun 10am-10pm (Part Time, 24 hours) Sat & Sun 7pm-7am (Part Time, 24 hours) *Overnight – no sleep Lusitana (Residential) Fri 1:30-9:30pm, Sat & Sun 6am-9pm (Full Time, 38 hours) Sat & Sun 2:30-10:30pm, Mon & Tues 1:30-9:30pm (Part Time, 32 hours) Ewa (Residential) Sun 7pm-7am, Tues-Fri 12am-7am (Full Time, 40 hours) Sat & Sun 9am-9pm (Part Time, 24 hours) Sat & Sun 11am-11pm (Part Time, 24 hours) Fri & Sat 11pm-9am (Part Time, 20 hours) *Overnight – no sleep Kamehame (Residential) Mon-Fri 1:30-9:30pm (Full Time, 40 hours) Waipahu (Residential) Fri & Sat 11pm-7am (Casual, 16 hours) *Overnight – no sleep Pearl City (Adult Day Health Center) Mon-Fri (Full Time, typical start is 6-6:30am) Requirements: • Valid driver’s license (and clean driver’s abstract) • Smartphone • At least 18 years of age • Ability to safely drive a van • Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English well and follow directions • Good interpersonal skills, positive attitude, patient, and helpful • Ability to operate assistive devices including Hoyer lift, wheelchair, walker, and gait belt • Ability to intermittently lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. with minimal assistance Work Clearances (Conditions of Employment): • Pre-employment drug test • Physical exam • TB test (initial 2-step PPD, annual 1-step PPD) • CPR and First Aid/AED certification • Criminal history check • Adult Protective Services (APS) and Child Abuse & Neglect (CAN) registries • FBI fingerprinting • Valid driver's license and clean driver’s abstract (or acceptable level of infractions) • Must remain current on all work clearances • Must complete all required trainings (paid) ***Drug test, FBI fingerprinting/APS/CAN/criminal history check, physical exam, and FA/CPR/AED certification are paid for by The Arc in Hawaii.*** Responsibilities: • Supports participants in performing activities of daily living skills such as meal preparation, eating, grooming, toileting, and dressing. • Utilizes assistive devices (e.g. wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) or assists with walking according to the individual’s needs. • Accompanies participants during community activities. • Supports participants in treatment programs as stated in their program/service plans, as directed by the supervisor in charge. • Assists participants with their medications, as needed; informs supervisor in charge when medications need to be reordered. • Assists in maintaining The Arc in Hawaii’s properties, grounds, and surrounding area in a neat, clean, and sanitary condition by performing cleaning duties, such as sweeping, mopping, washing, and scrubbing regularly. • Implements and collects data on participant specific programs and maintains participant records, including progress notes and communication books. • Interacts with parents, guardians, interdisciplinary team members, and other related persons and programs to benefit client participants. • Drives company vans to transport participants. Preferred Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED equivalent • Minimum of 6 months volunteer or work experience assisting persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities or related experience Benefits Offered: • 15 paid holidays • Generous PTO which starts accruing upon hire date (only for Full Time) • Healthcare coverage (medical, drug, vision, dental) (only for Full Time & Part Time) • Aflac • Life insurance (if you take our healthcare coverage) • 401(k) employer matching • Referral program *EOE / Drug-Free Workplace Application Instructions: Visit our website (https://thearcinhawaii.org/employment/) to fill out an application.