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Great Job with Environmental Nonprofit (Appliance Depot)

32 hrs/wk. $10/hr. plus benefits. Duties include sales, customer service, appliance loading/unloading/cleaning/recycling, truck driving, and trainee mentoring. Must have good math skills and be able to move large appliances using hand truck. Washington driver's license, clean record and truck driving experience also required. Please respond via email with resume.

Work in a National Forest Leading Teams to Maintain Hiking Trails (Trout Lake, WA)

Here’s your chance to lead a crew of four other outdoor enthusiasts to maintain, conserve and break trail throughout the Northwest Cascades!

Service Dates: February 22 – November 22, 2010

This is the perfect opportunity for you to expand your leadership skills in an active, supportive and exciting atmosphere while making physical change with your own two hands. Field Team Leaders are responsible for facilitating the creation of a strong and collaborative team, advocating for member needs, assisting NWSA staff with member-based issues and coordinating team meetings and trainings. The Mt. Adams Center (MAC) uses a co-leader model with two leaders on every team. Field Team Leaders serve alongside their team, coordinating with project sponsors to ensure that the team's service meets the project's needs in a safe and effective manner.

Project and Team Diversity:
MAC looks forward to an exciting 2010 season with seven teams that will complete specialized projects particular to their respective regions. Our 2009 crews achieved exceptional trail building and maintenance goals with their teams. Here are a few examples of last year’s teams:

• The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) Teams worked from Southern California to Southern Washington doing trail work exclusively on the PCT. Throughout the season, the team hosted volunteers and worked with them on the trail.

• The Mt. Hood Team worked in the Zig Zag District of the Mt. Hood National Forest. The team lived in an historic Forest Service cabin and worked on a variety of trails in front country setting.

• The Gifford Pinchot (GP) Team split its time between the Mt. Adams Ranger District and the St. Helens National Volcanic Monument of the Gifford Pinchot Forest. The GP team worked on trails in both front and back country settings.

What you get:
Believe it or not, as a Field Team Leader, you are entitled to more than just a spectacular year of worthwhile work in the woods! You will receive a living stipend of $664 per month, an education award of $4,725, loan forbearance, basic medical insurance and pro-deals on gear. Food and lodging will be provided throughout your term of service. You will obtain Wilderness Advanced First Aid and chainsaw certifications; leave no trace principles and backcountry skills. Additionally, this position holds the opportunity to network with professionals in the natural resources field.

Accept the Challenge:
Learn more about Mt. Adams Center Field Team Leader Program:
http://mtadamscenter.org/field-team-leader.cfm

Information on Leader Experience can be found at http://mtadamscenter.org/images/File/Field_Team_Info.pdf.

For a full position description and how to apply, please visit
http://mtadamscenter.org/open-positions.cfm.


Questions? Contact Amanda at mac@esd112.org.

HomeStore Assistant Manager (Ferndale, WA)

The Habitat HomeStore is growing quickly and is now in need of a part-time Assistant Manger to help achieve performance and profitability objectives. The position requires significant knowledge of and expertise in the all areas of retail activity including store operations, human resources, finance, product acquisition, customer care, marketing, logistics, information technology, and administration. Up to $12.00/hr.with full-time potential. Send resume to HomeStore@hfhwhatcom.org to the attention of John Moon, Executive Director.

Living Skills Specialist (Bellingham)

Evergreen Supported Living (a Non Profit Organization) is looking for caring, patient, fun and warm hearted people to help support some charismatic, fun loving adults with developmental disabilities to grow and maintain a happy, healthy life.
The position is mostly focused on one person, so most of the work is one-on-one.

This job posting is for part-time and on-call work.

We offer a fun and respectful workplace, paid training, the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives, meal reimbursement for meals purchased with clients, time and a half for holidays worked and paid time off (begins accruing after three-month trial period).
Most employees who begin part-time and are a good fit end up moving into full-time positions.
We request that candidates be able to make a verbal commitment to working with us for at least a year.

Required qualifications:

• Ability to work around cats and dogs

• A sense of humor

• WA state driver’s license

• Flexibility

• Must be able to pass a WA state background check/finger printing

• Must be able to follow and contribute to a Positive Behavior Support Plan

• Ability to set boundaries and stick with them

• 18 years of age or older

• HS diploma or GED

• Patience

Preferred:

• 1st aid/CPR/Bloodbourne pathogens

• Be able to follow Residential Service Guidelines as outlined in the Washington State Division of Developmental Disabilities Policies.

• Experience with people with developmental disabilities

• Experience with self abuse

Please visit www.evergreenhome.org and see the living skills specialist job description, and Evergreen’s mission to advocate for adults with developmental disabilities.

Send a letter of intent resume and 3 professional references to the following email address:

saraespevergreen@yahoo.com

5 immediate openings (Bellingham)

Evergreen Supported Living is looking for Individual’s to provide advocacy, while being a Living Skills Specialist, and ambassador for Evergreen.

Evergreen has immediate openings for 5 positions.
The 5 positions are PT/on call.

NOTE: ****We also have 2 open postions posted for 1 on 1 and sleeping overnights for female staff only.

Positions include 5pm-10pm weekday evenings, Weekends from 8am-5pm or noon to 10pm and sleeping or awake Overnights.
Scheduling and shifts will be discussed at interview.

Evergreen is a high energy environment that strives on encouraging greater independence and community integration, for people with intellectual disabilities.
Qualified individuals must be able to come to Evergreen and have a great time, be self motivated, reliable, patient, respectful, and able to inspire others.

Preferred qualifications:

• Life experience with people who have intellectual disabilities.

• CPR/First aid Certified

• Blood borne Pathogens certified.

• CNA/NAR

• diabetes training

• Positive Behavior Support

Required qualifications:

• Must be able to pass a WA state background check.

• Provide proof of WA state driver’s license.

• Be a high school graduate.

• Able to be insured through Evergreen’s automobile coverage.

Evergreen provides excellent benefit for FT employees including:

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

Visit www.evergreenhome.org to see the Living Skills Specialist full job description and all the folks here at Evergreen.

To Apply:

• Email resume. three professional references and letter of intent to, tiffanyh.evergreen@gmail.com (Position inquiries without these three requests will not be concidered.)

• Fax resume/LOI/references to (360)714-8300

• Drop off at 1970 Fraser st. #106, Bellingham, WA

Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialist (Bellingham)

Service Alternatives, Inc. is hiring for part time and on-call positions in a residential group home facility serving up to 6 youth between the ages of 11-17 with challenging behaviors in a home like setting. Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialists are responsible for the direct care and supervision of teenage youth, providing a safe environment while working on the implementation of behavioral and permanency goals. This is to including planning and providing supervision and support for recreational, educational and therapeutic activities that are in alignment with treatment and permanency goals.

Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or a High School Diploma with 2 years of social services experience required. Must maintain background clearance and have an acceptable driving record.

We are looking for applicants with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Applicants must also have the ability to work with diverse client/family populations. Must be willing to take direction in development of behavior management and crisis resolution skills. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Ability to assess and manage challenging/crisis situations.

Please send a cover letter and resume if interested in applying.

Service Alternatives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seeking Outbound Programs Coordinator - Exchange students

Duties, recruit students and/or teachers to go abroad on our various programs for short-term or long-term academic programs. Coordinate groups of students and individual students for these programs and support the whole process. Pay is 1099 income (private contractor) and you are paid $200 per student with opportunities for free international travel.
Applicants should: have a computer, phone, enjoy talking to people, be self directed, be able to conduct in school presentations, and have experience in the community (in some fashion). Teachers and stay at home mothers or people who just want a fun part-time job usually love this job. This is a work from home opportunity.

Please email or call me ASAP to set up a time to talk and receive an application and background check authorization. Jessica French – Outbound Programs Manager, 530-605-8927

Terra Lingua USA
www.terralinguausa.org

House Parent-Free Rent + Stipend (Bellingham)

We are looking for a house parent - foster parent to live in a home provided and help oversee the daily activities and care of at-risk children who are in foster care. Housing will be provided along with a stipend/salary. Must be able to pass a background clearance and have or be willing to get cpr/first aid and be open to take some parenting classes. Please email me for more information.

Mental Health Clinician (Juneau Alaska)

This position provides professional individual, family, and group counseling services. Ensures clinical and treatment services are implemented and oversees ongoing progress of treatment; ensures that such treatment services are consistent with best practices, and accepted mental health treatment processes. Coordinates with Behavioral Health Associates, Site Supervisor, Case Managers, families, and other team members to ensure effective treatment of clients. Demonstrates awareness and application of: developmental theory, family dynamics, parent training, psychopathology, mental illness, family dynamics and behavioral principles.

Excellent benefit package! Relocation assistance also available.

Get more information and download application at www.jys.org. Must have a hand-written signature. Application can be faxed to 907-789-8401 or sent to PO BOX 32839 Juneau, AK 99803. Call 907-523-6502 for more information

Mental Health Therapist with CDP or CDPT (Bellingham, WA)

PIONEER HUMAN SERVICES
Mental Health Therapist with CDP or CDPT – PC10F010
Posting Date Mon 10/19
Work Schedule Full Time
Salary Grade 15, $16.67-$25.01/hour DOE
Location Bellingham Residential Reentry Center
Address 1641 Baker Creek Place, Bellingham, WA 98226
Supervisor Program Manager

Duties & Responsibilities
Provide therapy and community support services to clients of Pioneer Mental Health Treatment Services according to the terms of agency contract services. Represent the agency in professional meetings and in the community. Participate in the development of additional programs or services as directed. Develop and maintain Mental Health Group curriculum. Provide assessments and individual/group counseling to adult clients. Participate in administrative meetings and stay informed of all changes and development relating to administrative, program and agency functions. Demonstrate good understanding of DSM IV criteria, and be able to differentiate between mental health and substance abuse issues. Ability to maintain complete and accurate documentation of all activities (including, but not limited to: case files and records, progress notes, treatment plans, reports or case summaries and billing information, on a professional self-directed basis.

Education & Experience Required
Master’s Degree in Psychology or Social Work. Maintain status of WAC registered counselor. Experience working with co-occurring and chronically mentally ill clients is strongly preferred. Experience working in Chemical Dependency and Corrections a plus. Must be able to pass federal background check. Must have strong diagnostic and written assessment skills and be qualified as an MHP.

Additional information
All job postings are posted for a minimum of 7 working days or until filled.

Application Process
Apply for this position online or submit your resume and cover letter by e-mail, fax, mail, or in person:
Pioneer Human Services
7440 West Marginal Way S
Seattle, WA 98108
Fax: 206-768-8910
Email: jobs@p-h-s.com
Call PHS Jobline at (206)766-7032 for other positions.



Location: Bellingham, WA
Compensation: $16.67-$25.01/hour DOE
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PT NAR/LSS (South of Lynden)

Rewarding opportunity for students of nursing, social work, human services, and all those committed to serving others with dignity. Support adults with developmental disabilities in their group home located in Whatcom County close to the Guide Meridian, as a part-time NAR and life skills specialist. Job duties include: passing medications, personal hygiene care, preparing meals from a recipe, assistance with eating for those who need it, planning and achieving goals, and providing an engaging, positive environment for residents and fellow staff members.

Several part-time positions are available, but interested applicants will be asked to work SOME morning shifts and SOME evening shifts. Weekend work is REQUIRED, including Sunday mornings when clients attend the church service of their choosing. Overnight shifts awake or asleep may also be available. Experience is preferred but training will be provided to individuals with a willing attitude and flexible schedule. Must have a high-school diploma/GED, Wash. state driver's license, be able to pass a Wash. State background check and pre-employment drug testing. Please reply to this posting with your resume and a few words about yourself and/or a cover letter.

Employment Case Manager II (Bellingham)

Position Closes: Wednesday, July 8, 2009@4:00pm.
Please see end of document for application information


POSITION: Employment Case Manager (CMII)

SERVICE CENTER: Community Services

REPORTS TO: Homeless Housing Programs Manager

SALARY GRADE: 15

SALARY RANGE: $14.51 to $17.08 per hour

STATUS: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:
Provides employment case management services using a Family Development Model of case management that is client driven, solution focused and facilitates change and movement toward self-sufficiency to individuals who are currently participating in Homeless Housing Programs. Works with clients specifically around employment readiness and placement activities including job application and resume assistance, benefits counseling, interview preparation, and accessing education systems. Conducts interviews, assesses the strengths, barriers and needs of individuals, assists with goal setting and planning, monitors progress and reports outcomes. Assists in program development. Serves as link to community resources and service providers, establishing formal working relationships with local employers and employment service agencies. Works closely with Clients, Homeless Housing Case Managers, local employers, and other service agency partners to provide services. Keeps accurate and confidential client records and provides reporting and tracking information to service center management as requested or necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provides employment related case management services using the Family
Development Model to families participating in Homeless Housing Programs.
2. Maintains accurate and confidential records on individuals.
3. Provides reporting and tracking information to Community Services management as requested
and/or necessary.
4. Develops and maintains cooperative working relationships with clients, local employers, and
other service providers.
5. Attends meetings and client staffings with agency staff.
6. Assists in program development as assigned.
7. Maintains current working knowledge and understanding of agency policies and
procedures.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Attends staff trainings and department meetings as required.
2. Maintains Family Development Certification.
3. Other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Communications, Human Services or related field and a minimum of 2 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Case management experience in social service employment setting, and a working knowledge of issues and resources in relation to employment services for low-income families.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Washington State Driver’s License by time of hire. Good driving record. A three-year driving abstract must be submitted prior to hire. Must be 21 years of age.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
2. Excellent Computer Skills, which include word processing, data entry, e-mail, etc.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact positively with clients from a diverse
population.
4. Effective time-management skills including the ability to work with frequent interruptions and often
in crisis situations.
5. The ability to create an innovative approach or new procedure or system as appropriate.
6. Demonstrated ability to function as a team member and collaborate with other staff.
7. Ability to maintain accurate and timely case management records.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Strength: Lifting and carrying general office supplies; typically weighing less than 25 pounds.
Manual Dexterity: Sitting for long periods while keyboarding on the computer, performing routine clerical tasks or speaking and taking notes by telephone.
Mobility: Driving; Sitting for long periods.
Visual Discrimination: Staring at a computer screen while performing routine functions.
Hearing: Ability to listen on the phone while taking notes of the conversation.
Concentration: Interpret and/or discuss information with others which involves terminology or concepts not familiar to many people; regularly provide advice and recommend actions involving rather complex issues. May resolve problems within established practices. May work with outside contacts, including other agencies and community resources, requiring regular communications of information not familiar to many people.
Conceptualization: Situations encountered may be unclear and may require clarification. Determining the correct answer may require conducting some analysis or information gathering, as well as moderate knowledge of the functional field and the agency’s policies, and precedents.
Judgment/Temperament: Much of the work is routine; may occasionally be involved in projects that require new ideas or approaches; position is responsible for developing modifications to established procedures. Decisions/recommendations typically have a significant impact on entire work team and may impact clients and/or significantly affect the work performed in one or more other work teams within the agency. Work impacts clients through direct service to them; may be accountable for direction of and guidance to others in absence of program supervisor. Minimal supervision is received; objectives or goals are established in advance, but very little in the way of a course of action is specified or recommended.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is generally performed in a fast–paced office environment with frequent interruptions and occasional crisis situations. Majority of work centers on direct case management services and procedures that require a high degree of confidentiality, tactfulness and respect for clients from a diversity of economic and ethnic backgrounds. Regularly provides support to clients in such areas as needs assessment goal/plan facilitation, program information and referral, education and problem solving. Frequently requires travel within the agency’s service areas for home visits, community resource networking, meetings, special workshops, speaking engagements and other job related professional activities.

TO APPLY:
Send resume and cover letter to HR, Opportunity Council, 1111 Cornwall Ave. Suite C, Bellingham, WA 98225 or fax to 1-360-715-8993 by closing date and time.