Title: Case Manager

Program Name: RTI International

Compensation: $55,000 – $75,000 (FTE) annually

Position Status: Full-Time / Part-Time Salaried Non-Exempt

Travel Required: N/A

Reports to: Project Director Location: San Francisco, CA Posting Date: May 18, 2011 Closing Date: May 31, 2011 ______________________________________________________________________ SUMMARY Public Health Foundation Enterprises (PHFE) and the Urban Health Program at RTI International are recruiting for a part-time/full time Social Work Case Manager. Employment is provided by PHFE. The Case Manager will provide support for HIV-positive drug users who are entering HIV care in Oakland, CA over a 4-year period as part of a research study and will work as part of a team along with an outreach worker and an HIV physician to maintain consistency of care, including during periods of incarceration in County jail. We are seeking a resourceful, solution-oriented candidate who has strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and who is reliable, self-directed, and familiar with neighborhoods and service organizations frequented by drug users in Oakland. The majority of the work for this position will be conducted in Oakland, CA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Complete a psycho-social evaluation and develop treatment plan for each participant • Follow up with participants in regular appointments • Address new and ongoing needs of participants that impede HIV treatment • Screen and schedule study participants • Convene and facilitate case conferences with HIV physician and outreach worker • Oversee collection and delivery of serum samples • Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge needed to access social, medical and drug treatment services in Oakland • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with County jail clinical, intake and social work staff • Trace participant who are lost to follow-up • Visit incarcerated participants in local county jails A Program of Public Health Foundation Enterprises www.phfe.org 2 of 2 • Keep accurate and complete records regarding all interactions • Abstract information from participant medical records • Attend community meetings and forums, as necessary • Provide for crisis intervention services, as needed • Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS • Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word • Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail is necessary • Ability to take initiative and work independently • Ability to report to work on time • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly • Requires the ability to maintain confidentiality, good judgment, ability to prioritize, independence and ability to work with others in an office setting Education/Experience • Masters in social work or a related field • 2 years experience providing case management that involves facets of the criminal justice system (eg.,courts, jails, parole) • Prior experience providing case management to people with HIV and/or drug users preferred • Familiarity with the practice and principles of harm reduction • Basic experience with Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Excel) • One year supervision experience • Experience using computerized data collection programs preferred • Experience conducting HIV testing and counseling preferred • Experience coordinating community-based research preferred

APPLICATION PROCEDURE Resumes and cover letters should be submitted via email to Jennifer Lorvick, RTI International jlorvick@rti.org. (415) 848-1315

PHFE is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.

Many opportunities in Salano County

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POSITION TITLE: Peer Counselor

DEPARTMENT: Mental Health Services

REPORT TO: Program Director

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Bay Area Community Services is a non-profit, community-based agency serving Alameda County by providing a comprehensive array of mental health and older adult services.

I. POSITION OVERVIEW

The Peer Counselor provides engaging peer support in a self help format to adults exiting the mental health system. The Peer Counselor uses their personal experiences as they see fit to coach individuals into the community.

II. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (All Essential Functions)

1. Provide mentoring (responsibility modeling) and shared experience counseling to members supported by their previous personal lived experience.
2. Facilitate peer wellness, education and advocacy/educational classes and workshops supported by previous personal lived experience.
3. Provide Orientation to self-help resources from the perspective of a consumer in the behavioral health care system to program members based on recovery and wellness principles.
4. Promote a safe and healthy environment within the program and support transition and exit from the Behavioral Health Care System based on personal lived experience.
5. Work in collaboration with staff (interns, community service providers and volunteers) by providing insight and knowledge of what it means to be a consumer through their lived experiences.
6. Document outpatient individual and classroom activities through Clinicians Gateway.
7. Provide community based skills such as travel training, trips to the benefit office, etc.
8. Other duties as assigned.

1. III. QUALIFICATIONS:
2. An individual with lived experience present/past services in the public mental health system
3. Graduate of a peer training program such as Best Now required.
4. Ability to motivate and inspire by offering consumer related support.
5. Ability to work in culturally diverse and sensitive group settings.
6. Ability to maintain boundaries in a consumer to consumer based relationship.
7. Interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
8. Basic computer skills and ability to type 25 words per minute
9. Personal knowledgeable of Alameda County System of Care resources and programs.

IV.      CLASSIFICATION: Part Time to Full Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

1. VI. COMPENSATION: Wage Commensurate with background and experience.

Benefits for Full Time staff: Fully paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance; 10 days of vacation leave, 12 sick days, 2.5 days personal leave, 10 holidays.

Benefits for Part Time staff scheduled for a minimum of 20 hours/week: Partially paid medical insurance, full paid dental, vision and life insurance. Pro-rated vacation, sick, personal holiday leave.

Benefits, other than legislated benefits, do not accrue to part time positions scheduled for less than 20 hours each week.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Send resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources

Bay Area Community Services

1814 Franklin Street, 4^th floor

Oakland CA 94612

Email: bacshr@bayareacs.org

Fax: 510-569-4589

SALARY RANGE: $74,872.00 – $97,333.00 /year OPEN PERIOD: Monday, May 16, 2011 to Friday, June 17, 2011

SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12/12

POSITION INFORMATION: Open Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12

DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy(s) in one of the following locations: Washington DC Metro Area,DC

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Anyone may apply – By law, employment at most U.S. Government agencies, including the Library of Congress, is limited to U.S. citizens. However, non-citizens may be hired provided that immigration law and other legal requirements are met, and the Library determines there are no qualified U.S. citizens available for the position.

JOB SUMMARY: The Library of Congress is the nation’s oldest federal cultural institution and the world’s largest library, with more than 140 million items in its physical collections (including books, manuscripts, prints, photos, film, video, and sound recordings) and more than 19 million items online at its award-winning Web site. Located on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., the Library is also the home of the U.S. Copyright Office, the Congressional Research Service, and the Law Library of Congress and is leading the worldwide effort to preserve digital material through the National Digital Information Infrastructure and Preservation Program. This position is located in the Materials Development Division of the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. The Braille Program Specialist reports directly to the Chief, MDD and serves as an expert on matters pertaining to braille policies and procedures. Plans and implements internal programs and field operations for the Chief, Materials Development Division and the Director, National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS). Working independently, the incumbent receives guidance in matters impacting policy. Uses LC and NLS policies to analyze and recommend internal and external procedures relating to the production and distribution of braille materials. The incumbent utilizes a broad professional knowledge of and experience in the area of braille. This position is located in the Materials Development Division of the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library Services; Taylor Street Annex. The position description number for this position is 196085.

The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule. This is a non-supervisory, non-bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses are not authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.

APPLY AT: USAJOBS.COM

Division: Vice President of Academic Affairs (SJCC) San Jose Community College

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree related to the assignment, or the equivalent.
2. Three years administrative or supervisory experience in an instructional services or related area.
3. Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the students we serve and sensitivity to and knowledge and understanding of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
4. Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District’s hiring policy or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

Equivalency Information:

Equivalency: Applicants (including current or former employees) applying under equivalency bear the full responsibility of submitting by the closing date the District’s Equivalency Application in addition to the Administrative / Management Position Application with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) they believe to be equivalent to the required Master’s degree for this position.

Application(s) for equivalency are required for any of the following reasons:
1. degrees are not in exact discipline required;
2. degree is in progress;
3. degrees were earned at a college/university not accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U. S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U. S. Department of Education; and/or
4. degrees were earned at a college/university outside of the United States.

Candidates with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to U. S. degrees by a certified U. S. credential review service. Simple translation of the language on foreign diplomas, transcripts, coursework, or similar will NOT suffice; thus will cause the application packet to be judged as incomplete.

More equivalency information, along with the District Equivalency Application, can be obtained at http://www.sjeccd.edu/hr/Documents/equiv_form.pdf

Application Procedures, Notes and Contact Information

Interested internal and external applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials BY THE CLOSING DATE to be considered for the position at https://jobs.sjeccd.edu. On the job posting, click “Apply for this Posting”):

1. A completed online San Jose/Evergreen Community College District ADMINISTRATIVE/MANAGEMENT POSITION APPLICATION
2. COVER LETTER
(Must state how you meet ALL the minimum qualifications in EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE as described in the job announcement Minimum Qualifications section. Also, state how you meet other qualifications)
3. RESUME
4. TRANSCRIPT(S) (unofficial or official copies) for stated degrees having the degree confer/award dates circled. Official transcripts will be required prior to employment start date should the position be offered.
5. District Application for Equivalency, if applicable (See Equivalency Information section), and additional materials relevant for equivalency consideration. Employees who were previously approved by the District colleges for equivalency MUST by the closing date submit proof of the dated District’s written equivalency approval.

ABOUT TRANSCRIPTS:
If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript, you can get it scanned at Kinkos, Office Max, Office Depot, Staples, etc.; then attach the electronic version of your transcript to this online application at the later part of the application process.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. Only complete application materials will be considered (No exception for internal applicants). Application materials must include: a. ADMINISTRATIVE / MANAGEMENT POSITION APPLICATION, b. COVER LETTER, c. RESUME, d. TRANSCRIPT(S) of degrees stated and/or required, and e. District Equivalency Form, if applicable.
2. Do not mistakenly attach diploma to transcript link, or cover letter to resume link, etc.
3. Incomplete application packet and/or documents received by Human Resources after the closing date will not be considered (No exception for employees or non-employees).
4. Applications not having all required minimum qualifications in education and experience as stated in the Minimum Qualifications section will not receive further considerations.
5. Letters of Recommendation are not required and will not be included in the application packet. Additional documents that are not requested may not be included.
6. DEGREES must have been awarded by a college or university ACCREDITED by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
7. FOREIGN DEGREES: Candidates with DEGREES and CREDITS earned outside of the United States must provide official certification of equivalency to U. S. degrees by a certified U. S. credential review service, must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course of the transcripts) and must be submitted with the application. Simple translation of the language on foreign transcripts, coursework, or similar will NOT suffice; thus will cause the application packet to be judged as incomplete.
8. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.
9. Application materials become the property of the district and will not be returned or duplicated for applicants.
10. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.
11. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure an interview.
12. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.

Contact Information:
Office of Human Resources, Employment Services
4750 San Felipe Road, San Jose, CA 95135
Phone: (408) 270-6414 Fax: (408) 223-6341
Email: Hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu

1404 Clerk

Department of Public Health – Laguna Honda Hospital is currently recruiting for two (2) full time provisional 1404 Clerk positions.

General description:

Under general supervision, 1404 Clerk performs general clerical work of ordinary difficulty and related duties as required.

Position #1:  Activity Therapy Department

Essential functions:

• Manage Activity Therapy equipment and supplies, assist staff, volunteers, and residents in the selection of appropriate equipment and supplies;
• Perform clerical and reception functions for the Activity Therapy Department;
• Post signage on the esplanade level of the hospital relative to on-gong resident activities and hospital events on a daily basis;
• Ensure appropriate storage of equipment and supplies;
• Maintain the Activity Therapy work room in an orderly fashion;
• Maintain the accountability of equipment and supplies through a reservation and sign-out system;
• Alert the Director of Therapeutic Activities of any misuse of materials, supplies, and equipment;
• Maintain inventory of audio visual materials and supplies;
• Analyze equipment for repairs, and/or arrange for repair as appropriate, and disposal of old equipment as necessary;
• Assist the Director of Therapeutic Activities in the acquisition of  department supplies and materials;
• Consult with staff and Director about the replacement of equipment or acquisition of new equipment;
• Assist in the processing of donated items including transporting those items from the Volunteer Lounge to the appropriate hospital department;
• Arrange for the pick up of items determined as inappropriate for use at Laguna Honda Hospital by charitable community organizations;
• Assist with the distribution of holiday decorations to the Nursing units;
• Assist with decoration of hospital facilities during holidays and special events;
• Participate in department based and hospital-wide training programs;
• Attend and participate in department staff meetings;
• Contribute to the development of departmental policies and procedures;
• Interact and collaborate with representatives of other hospital departments for the benefit of the residents; and Perform other related duties as assigned/required.

Position #2:  Health Information Services Department

Essential functions:

• Sorting mail and checking-in all charts in QuadraMed Chart Locator upon return from mail delivery according to department protocol;
• Responsible for all chart requests, including special requests, using chart request slips and the department’s chart management system (QuadraMed Millennium);
• Checking Master Patient Index before delivering medical reports to ensure that reports belonging to discharge episodes are not delivered;
• Filing all charts from the Incomplete Desk basket twice a day;
• Filing all charts into the file room daily (responsible for reviewing charts to ensure that charts belong in file room);
• Filing all charts pulled for reviews immediately;
• Purging and shifting medical records in the file room;
• Requesting and returning charts to outside storage;
• Delivering and picking up mail from all mail locations twice a day (delivers STATS as needed);
• Delivering and picking up medical records.  Checking with Discharge Coordinator before mail delivery;
• Reviewing overdue list to ensure that medical records are not out for more than three (3) days (refers  all problems to Supervisor/Team Leader);
• Answering telephone calls;
• Handling all public inquiries and referring them to the appropriate staff;
• Making copies of various reports for departmental use on a daily basis;
• Sorting and filing medical reports daily;
• Performing light typing;
• Performing backup duties for the department secretary and clerk typist;
• Maintaining established production and quality standards;
• Participating in regular staff meetings as needed;
• Assisting with the training, coaching, and orientation of students/volunteers;
• Performing other related medical record duties as required.

By Brian McCallen, LightHouse guest blogger

On Friday, April 8 and Saturday, April 9, I attended a cool event: the Career Opportunities for Students with Disabilities (COSD) FULL ACCESS Student Summit at the Wyndham Hotel and Cisco Systems in San Jose, California.

Brought together were college students, recent alumni and job recruiters for an enriching networking experience. One objective was for students to become more comfortable talking with employers, and in return, for recruiters to better understand students with disabilities.

My goal was to improve my networking skills and learn how to be more competitive in the job market. It was a great experience meeting recruiters and fellow jobseekers. Because my career endeavor is in broadcasting, a top highlight was meeting with employers from NBC Universal and learning more about their positions in the media business.

The first event held at Cisco was a resume critique with a career services expert from Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, Kansas. She read my resume and suggested using bullets instead of narratives to describe my work experiences, so that employers can scan the document more easily. Another suggestion was to list full contact information at the top of the second page, as done on the first page, so employers know that both pages are indeed my resume.

The resume critique was followed by a luncheon at Cisco Systems, featuring a one-woman show titled “Funny, You Don’t Look Crazy.” Mental health educator and actor Victoria Maxwell told the story of her struggles with bipolar disorder. She started her career acting with John Travolta, but the hectic acting life was too much. Maxwell then worked as a cashier at Safeway to pay the bills. She moved on to vocational rehabilitation and became an aspiring performer. Victoria’s show was not only humorous but inspirational in revealing the experiences that any disabled person faces when transitioning to the working world, whether it’s improving job skills or maintaining one’s health.

The afternoon continued with several presentations on intriguing tips and stats about current workforce trends, general career advice and disability disclosure. Martha Artiles, Chief Diversity Officer of ManpowerGroup in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, shared results of the recent Employment Outlook Survey. Results showed that only a meager 12% of companies surveyed plan to hire more employees.

Another afternoon presentation was from Myranda Bertrand, COSD and University of Tennessee graduate assistant. Her golden rule of career development is “Network, Network, Network.” Job shadowing, attending career fairs and meeting industry professionals are just a few ways to strengthen a job search.

The final presentation was from Crystal Gilreath, COSD Director of Operations, who talked about the myths of disability disclosure. Gilreath said that it’s okay for one to disclose his or her disability in either the resume or job interview, but that one’s skills and abilities for a position should always have the most emphasis. The more emphasis one places on his or her skills, the more emphasis it has in the mind of an employer.

The nighttime events began with students, employers and staff at the Wyndham’s California Ballroom for a formal dinner. Mary Jean Billingsley, a Certified Etiquette and International Protocol Consultant trained at the Protocol School of Washington, gave some important dining lessons. She taught us the rules of tearing off and buttering tiny pieces of one loaf of bread and conversing about sports, movies and pets instead of politics. I thought that the rules were simple and easy to follow, and I’ve already started to practice my etiquette craft at home and when dining out.

After dinner and a quick change to casual attire, there was a trip to the Wii Game Room for a little competition with employers and newly made friends. It was a great way to end a busy day with a relaxing and fun social event.

The next morning we boarded a shuttle back to Cisco Systems for the Summit’s final events. We were served a quiche-filled breakfast buffet, giving my body the vital energy needed to network with recruiters after the meal.

During the networking sessions, four other students and I met with NBC Universal and AT&T. Recruiters gave their companies’ facts and figures and talked about internship, volunteer and entry-level job opportunities.

One opportunity related to broadcasting is the Page Program at NBC Universal. The Page Program has been the training ground for famous celebs including Regis Philbin and Ted Koppel. The website to apply is www.nbcunicareers.com. This might be the option I need to advance my broadcasting skills.

After the networking event came the final wrap-up. The FULL ACCESS staff gave us some parting thoughts, including the suggestion to send follow-up emails to our recruiters and continue to network with future employers.

We were then transported back to the Wyndham Hotel, where I picked up my bags and headed home. I was glad I attended the event, and I am now more motivated than ever to network or reach even further to achieve my career goals. If I continue to attend networking events, learn some new skills and set up informational interviews, I may just receive the one-way ticket to a new full-time job in broadcasting.

I would enthusiastically recommend attending the next COSD student summit this November in New Jersey. For information on COSD and the FULL ACCESS Student Summit, check out www.cosdonline.org.

Get out there, network and be inspired to shoot for the stars in your job search and career dreams.