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Contract Duration: 03 Months Location: Miami-Dade County (Hialeah: 33010, 33012, 33013, 33014, 33015, 33016, 33018, 33142, 33147). We are seeking a Bilingual Case Management Coordinator (Spanish/English) to support Medicaid Long Term Care/Comprehensive Program members in Miami-Dade County, FL. This is a work-from-home position that requires significant field travel (50-75%) for face-to-face member visits in homes, Assisted Living Facilities, and Skilled Nursing Facilities. The Case Management Coordinator is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and coordinating care management activities for members with supportive and medically complex needs. The role focuses on improving short- and long-term health outcomes through care coordination, education, and integration of community resources. Key Job Duties Coordinate case management activities for Medicaid Long Term Care/Comprehensive Program members Conduct telephonic and face-to-face comprehensive member assessments Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans Coordinate care with Primary Care Providers, skilled providers, and interdisciplinary teams Facilitate services including prior authorizations, condition management support, medication reviews, and community resources Conduct multidisciplinary reviews to achieve optimal healthcare outcomes Utilize motivational interviewing and influencing skills to promote member engagement and behavior change Educate and empower members to make informed healthcare and lifestyle decisions Experience & Qualifications Required Qualifications Bilingual (Spanish/English) - fluent in speaking, reading, and writing 1+ year of experience in behavioral health, long-term care, or case management Preferred Qualifications Managed care experience Case management and discharge planning experience Long-term care experience Education Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Social Work or a related field About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit ************************ US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Recruter Details: Name: Umar Farooq Email: ********************************** Internal Id #26-00632

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day Utilizes advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to facilitate appropriate member physical health and behavioral healthcare through assessment and care planning, direct provider coordination/collaboration, and coordination of psychosocial wraparound services to promote effective utilization of available resources and optimal, cost-effective outcomes. Telephonic clinical case management with Medicare population.Uses Motivational Interviewing and engagement interventions to optimize member participation in case management programs. Completes a Comprehensive Assessment and Plan of care.Will document in clinical systems to support legacy Aetna and Coventry membership.Provides BH consultation and collaboration with Aetna partners.Active participation in clinical treatment rounds.Active participation in team activities focused on program development. Innovative thinking expected.The majority of time is spent at a desk on telephonic member outreaches and computer documentation.Assist members with locating community based behavioral health resources.Required Qualifications3+ years of direct clinical practice experience An active and unrestricted clinical behavioral health license in state of residence is required (ex: LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LISW, LSW) Required to use a residential broadband service with internet speeds of at least 25 mbps/3mbps in order to ensure sufficient speed to adequately perform work duties. Some candidates may be eligible for partial reimbursement of the cost of residential broadband service Bilingual Spanish and English Preferred QualificationsCrisis intervention skills preferred Managed care/utilization review experience preferred Case management and discharge planning experience preferred Discharge planning experience Utilization review, prior authorization, concurrent review, appeals experience CCM preferred DSNP experience a plus Knowledge of Substance Abuse DisordersEducationMasters Degree in Social Work or Counseling required Anticipated Weekly Hours40Time TypeFull time Pay RangeThe typical pay range for this role is:$54,095.00 - $116,760.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.Great benefits for great people We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.For more information, visit ***************************************** We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 01/30/2026Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Do you have an understanding of vocational rehabilitation services and want to apply that knowledge to assist individuals with blind or visual impairments? If so, take your career up a notch as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor in our Harrisburg District Office. The Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services (BBVS) Office assists individuals in their home and communities work and maintain independent lives. If you are interested in experiencing the satisfaction of public service while enjoying professional career growth, the Department of Labor and Industry has the perfect opportunity for you! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, you will be tasked with developing and maintaining referral sources to ensure potential customers are identified, and coordinating the delivery of blindness and visual services to customers. Work involves determining and creating appropriate vocational goals for each individual, providing counseling and guidance services, and assisting with job placement. You will also be responsible for preparing case reports, acting as liaison with agency resources, as well as evaluating and documenting customer progress. Effective communication is essential as you will be explaining eligibility requirements and services to applicants. Upon further discussion with applicants and additional parties, you will have the opportunity to determine the next steps in the rehabilitation process. Unleash your potential with our team that is dedicated to helping individuals work and maintain independent lives! Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of the training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $59,345.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Successful completion of the commonwealth's Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Possession of an active Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certificate issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification; or Proof of approval to sit for the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification examination, provided by the CRCC, and completion of a master's degree; or A master's degree in vocational rehabilitation, mental health, special education, social work, human services, psychology, business administration, human resources, public administration, or a closely related field. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to ************************************************ and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

A leading AI incident response platform is seeking a qualified lawyer as their first legal hire in the US. This role involves providing strategic legal support to sales teams, managing SaaS agreements, and navigating data protection issues. Applicants should have a strong background in commercial contracts and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The company offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and the opportunity to shape their legal function as they scale. Remote working options are available. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A global legal services organization is seeking a senior commercial attorney to provide interim support for its commercial legal team. The role includes negotiating MSAs for a consumer-facing division and requires strong in-house experience, particularly in regulated environments. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced settings and can manage competing priorities. The project is expected to last 2 to 3 months, with a preferred on-site presence in Northbrook, IL or Austin, TX. Compensation ranges from $105 to $115 per hour based on qualifications and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading insurance and risk management firm is seeking a Privacy, Compliance & Technology Counsel to provide privacy counsel across various technology platforms. This remote position requires a Juris Doctorate and 7+ years of legal experience in privacy and technology-related matters. The successful candidate will advise on compliance with regulatory requirements and emerging business issues, leveraging strong analytical skills and business acumen. This role emphasizes collaboration and impacts the firm's strategic direction while working in a highly regulated environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Beacon Hill is hiring a Brand Counsel to support a growing pharmaceutical organization's Commercial, Market Access, and Medical Affairs teams during a critical period of product commercialization and pre-launch activity. This is a fully remote, full-time 6-month contract role with the potential to convert to a permanent position based on performance and business needs. Responsibilities: Partner cross-functionally to provide legal advice related to Marketing and Market Access, including brand strategy, promotional materials, and patient support initiatives. Advise Medical Affairs on strategy, scientific exchange, field medical materials, and related activities. Foster a culture of compliance in interactions with healthcare professionals through policy development and delivery of effective training initiatives. Provide legal advice as a member of cross-functional teams, including product development program teams, promotional and medical review committees, and grant and investigator-sponsored trial review committees. Advise on pre-launch and commercialization activities in compliance with applicable healthcare laws and regulations. Communicate legal advice to business stakeholders in a clear, practical, and solutions-oriented manner. Support core business initiatives while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Requirements: Juris Doctor (JD) required. Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; candidate must be barred in the state in which they reside. 8+ years of legal experience, with required experience advising pharmaceutical or life sciences clients; in-house pharmaceutical industry experience strongly preferred. Deep understanding of healthcare laws and regulations, including the Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, and Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act. Experience advising on pharmaceutical advertising and promotion principles. Experience with state price reporting and/or privacy matters preferred. Proven ability to counsel clients effectively and build strong cross-functional relationships. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and execute complex projects to successful completion. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: ***************************************** Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting ************* Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)

Private practice with no doors and no overhead. BetterHelp is one of the world's largest online therapy platforms for mental health professionals who want to focus on client care - not admin or overhead. You provide the expertise. We handle the rest. Why Join BetterHelp Competitive hourly compensation. $650 Health Benefit Stipend: Eligibility for the Health Benefit Stipend requires a continuous commitment of 30 hours a week No insurance headaches. No clawbacks. No payment delays. We handle everything - you get paid weekly for every session. Ai documentation. Increase Caseloads: 70% of clients use insurance, helping you build and sustain a strong caseload. $500 first client bonus* - Earn when you see your first insurance client within 30 days of applying. $2,000 first month bonus* - Providers licensed in NY, VA, MD, DC, can earn an additional $2k in their first month. Additional Benefits Work from the comfort of home (fully remote) Flexible schedule - you set your own hours. Free access to 390+ CEU courses Free BetterHelp membership for self-care Insurance + cash-pay clients available Additional bonuses & incentives for high performers Zero overhead: No fees are collected from the therapist, ever. Autonomy over clinical decisions Access and connect with our community of over 30,000 therapists We're Looking For LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Psychologist / PsyD Experienced Mental Health Therapist or Counselor with a passion for helping adults, couples, or teens. Requirements: 3+ years of mental health counseling experience Master's or Doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy Fully independent license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, etc.) and can provide therapy without supervision. U.S. residency, private workspace, reliable internet, and liability insurance A private and professional environment for conducting sessions. Excellent written communication. Must have professional liability insurance. Reliable Internet connection. Currently residing in the US. NOTE: Unfortunately, if you are an intern or if you require supervision to provide therapy services, you cannot be a provider on BetterHelp at this time. Also, we are unable to accept substance abuse counselors, school counselors, registered nurses, career counselors, Christian counselors, and business coaches (unless they have an additional license as a mental health counselor). Experience counseling adults, couples, and/or teens. *The use of the word “bonus” refers to an incentive provided to independent contractors. It does not imply an employment relationship nor entitle any independent contractors to employee benefits. Bonuses vary state to state and are subject to changes and certain requirements must be met to qualify for bonuses.

Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital program, is dedicated to healing the invisible wounds - including post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, anxiety, depression, co-occurring substance use disorder, family relationship challenges and other issues associated with Military service - for Veterans of all eras, Service Members, Military Families and Families of the Fallen through world-class clinical care, wellness, education, and research. The Family Support Specialist (FSS) Role is multifaceted. The FSS engages with veterans, service members and military-connected family members to spread awareness about the impacts of military service on entire family systems. They encourage family members to take advantage of clinical, wellness and educational services available through the Home Base Program. The Family Support Team (FST) is the first point of contact for military connected family/supports seeking information or care at Home Base. FSS provide peer support for military connected family/supports participating as part of their service member/veteran's clinical programming. Finally, the FST team delivers/facilitates resiliency offerings in addition to hosting recreational activities for families in New England. In addition to patient-facing outreach, the FST works to build and maintain relationships with other local, regional and national military-serving organizations in an effort to collaborate in support of military families. The FST may need to work outside of normal working hours, to include some nights and weekends. Travel may also be required for this role. Job Summary Summary Responsible for community outreach, engagement, and support to enhance access to behavioral health programs. The Outreach Worker collaborates with community partners, healthcare professionals, and social service agencies to promote mental health awareness and address the behavioral health needs of individuals. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions -Conduct proactive outreach within the community to identify individuals in need of behavioral health services. -Establish relationships with community organizations, schools, primary care providers, and other relevant stakeholders to enhance outreach efforts. -Conduct initial assessments to identify the behavioral health needs of individuals. -Provide information and referrals to appropriate behavioral health services and resources. -Respond to crisis situations and provide immediate support and intervention. -Collaborate with crisis intervention teams, law enforcement, and emergency services as needed. -Advocate for individuals with behavioral health needs to ensure they receive timely and appropriate care. -Conduct community education and awareness programs on mental health topics. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience Experience in behavioral health outreach or related field 1-2 years preferred Lived experience as a military family member Minimum of 3 years working with military families Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of military structure Knowledge of community services and resources available to military families Familiarity with PTSD and TBI and the challenges that accompany such diagnoses Compassionate and empathetic spirit Ability to listen and manage stressful situations and respond calmly and professionally in a safe and reassuring manner Strong knowledge of behavioral health services, resources, and crisis intervention techniques. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Proficiency in using electronic health records and documentation systems. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community outreach. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Remote Type Hybrid Work Location One Constitution Wharf Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $20.43 - $29.21/Hourly Grade 4 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Job Description The candidate must reside within the following county(s) within Region 8: Wilson, Karnes, De Witt, Gonzalez, Goliad and Victoria County. PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILTY The Adoption Specialist provides case management services to children and youth placed in adoptive or foster-to-adopt homes, as well as support to foster/adopt parents through intensive case management services, crisis management, home visits, monitoring for compliance, documentation, ongoing training, and advocacy. The job requires sensitivity to the service populations' cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. Although this is classified as a Hybrid position, there will still be required traveling 95% of the time. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Recruits, identifies, and matches children with prospective adoptive families, including providing information during adoption staffing's, and provides services to children in adoptive placement or assists with connecting to services. Maintains sufficient case documentation, including forms and narratives, to provide a complete and accurate written record. Compiles and submits documentation required for adoption billing. Builds and maintains communication and working relationships within the program, region, and community groups to ensure that the objectives of the agency are accomplished. Conducts assessments of current life situations of a child or children and families to determine the presence of child abuse and neglect. Composes final reports for court and testifies in court when necessary. Provides services after normal working hours and on weekends when necessary. Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy. Travel is required for this position, up to 95% of the work week. Performs other duties as assigned as required to maintain unit operations. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS Adheres to all policies and procedures of the agency and its accrediting and standard setting bodies, such as Council on Accreditation (COA) and state licensing. Maintains client confidentiality per SJRC Texas/Belong standards and all applicable codes of ethics Learns, understands, and supports the SJRC Texas/Belong mission, purpose, and function. Carries out the Trauma Informed Care principles and practices for both internal and external stakeholders. Responsible for the environmental, cultural, safety, diversity issues and needs of the clients and others that enter the work area. Attends mandatory training as defined in positions training matrix. Attends continuing education as necessary to expand knowledge and maintain certifications or licenses. Uses outside professional collaboration and intra-agency teamwork appropriate to the agency. Skilled in organizing work in an environment with multiple challenges and priorities with minimal supervision. Avoid all conflicts of interest, real or perceived. QUALIFICATIONS Required: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field plus two (2) years of relevant work experience OR 60 accredited college credit hours plus two (2) years relevant work experience OR 90 accredited college credit hours plus one (1) year of relevant work experience. Experience may be substituted for education Preferred: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field OR Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field. Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: Valid Texas Driver's License, safe driving record, ability to provide own transportation and proof of current automobile insurance. KNOWLEDGEABLE/ABILITIES Knowledge of child development. Knowledge of family dynamics. Skill in effective verbal and written communication. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Skill in problem solving techniques. Ability to operate a personal computer. Ability to travel and attend child and family visits as well as other work-related appointments and meetings after 5PM. Ability to be on call on a rotating basis and work irregular hours when necessary. Ability to work in an emotion-filled environment which may require conducting home visits in isolated or high crime areas and may involve exposure to substandard and unsanitary living conditions. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, walk briskly to interact with and monitor children. Stamina to work long days and drive long distances. Moderate to heavy lifting up to 60 pounds. Must have the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Must have the ability to give and receive verbal and written instructions (with or without hearing aids). Must have the ability to read fine print, have sustained vision, and peripheral vision (with or without glasses). Environment requires dexterity to remain calm and adapt to fast paced and emotional environments consisting of children with moderate to severe emotional and psychological needs. Minimum 40 hours per week but may necessitate additional time to complete assigned work, which would include evenings and weekends. Home-like settings with varying moderate to high degrees of background noise. Light and ventilation are found in a typical home setting. Campuses are smoke-free, except on permitted campuses in designated areas. DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Supervised by: Adoption Supervisor Supervises: N/A

Job Description: Description: At Caritas we believe every life deserves LOVE! If you agree, then please consider joining our team!! Caritas Family Solutions is seeking a dependable, detailed oriented Permanency Adoption Specialist to serve at our Belleville office. This position is perfect for office professionals who are highly organized and value being part of a great team. Most importantly, the work you'll do helps support those that strive to protect children every day! If you're ready to change the world, please apply today!!! At Caritas, we know we're competing with other employers for your services, and we want to win! It is our goal to offer competitive compensation and affordable benefits to all eligible employees. Caritas currently offers the following benefits to full-time employees: · 403 B Retirement Plan (5% Employer Match) · Generous Paid Time Off · Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage · 12 Employer Paid State & Federal Holidays · Telehealth Services · Employer Paid Life Insurance · Health Saving Account · Employer Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability · Tuition Assistance Program · Real Work/Life Balance Remote Work: Allowed (work arrangement can change depending on performance and/or needs of Caritas). Job Tasks Typically: Unstructured - worker will be allowed to determine/plan the order of tasks, priorities, and goals. Description of Typical Work Schedule: 40-hour workweek; schedule varies as they may be required to work evenings and weekends (Hours set based on necessity of department or office. ) PURPOSE: The Permanency Adoption Specialist is responsible for the completion of the adoption and/or guardianship subsidy packets in a timely manner. They will collaborate with DCFS, assigned Foster Care Case Manager, Foster Care Supervisor, foster parents, selected adoption attorney, youth and other identified supports to achieve permanency for youth involved in the Illinois child welfare system. REPORTING STRUCTURE: Refer to the updated organizational chart for reporting structure and responsiblities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Completes and complies all DCFS subsidy paperwork and with accurateness by required timeframes of completion. Completes all Caritas Family Solutions paperwork and complies with program expectations as related to the position. Communicates regularly with the assigned case manager and foster care case manager supervisor to ensure there is effective communication. Communicates regularly with the assigned case manager and foster care case manager supervisor to ensure accurate information is given to the adoptive parent i. e. , the status of the adoption. Completes a review of the case file and SACWIS information Assists the assigned case manager in obtaining information and documentation needed to complete the subsidy paperwork. Communicates with adoptive parents to obtain any needed information in order to complete the subsidy paperwork. Coordinates with DCFS adoption unit and adoption attorney for review/corrections and scheduling the finalization date. Troubleshoots adoptions that are past deadlines so that they can move forward. Assists in maintaining tracking systems and ensures completion of all paperwork for assigned adoption cases. Requirements: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED Degree/Field Required: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Human Services field (Related fields will be considered. ) Degree/Field Preferred: N/A (Related fields will be considered. ) Additional Fields of Knowledge Important for the Role: Administrative - Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology. English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Sociology and Anthropology - Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins. Therapy and Counseling - Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance. Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in providing foster care services or other relevant social work services. (For positions that manage staff, the years specified need to be progressive years of management experience. For all positions, the years required can be interchanged with equivalent experience from an advanced degree related to this job and/or with other relevant experience verified by applicant/incumbent). Licenses/Certifications Required: Child Welfare Employee License Licenses/Certifications Preferred: N/A SKILLS REQUIRED Manager-specific: N/A Basic: Active Learning - Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Active Listening - Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Critical Thinking - Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Learning Strategies - Select and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. Monitoring - Monitor/Assess performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Reading Comprehension - Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Speaking - Talk to others to convey information effectively. Writing - Communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Language - Able to read and write in English. Social: Coordination - Adjust actions in relation to others' actions. Negotiation - Bring others together and trying to reconcile differences. Persuasion - Persuade others to change their minds or behavior. Service Orientation - Look for ways to help people. Social Perceptiveness - Be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Problem Solving/Decision-making: Complex Problem Solving - Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Time pressure decision-making - Make decisions without much analysis or time to consider alternatives. Time pressure planning - Plan and be responsible for regularly meeting strict deadlines. Judgment and Decision Making - Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one ensuring that decisions made have an impact on others, the image/reputation of Caritas, and/or the financial resources. Systems Evaluation - Identify measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system. Resource Management: N/A Technical: N/A Trauma-informed: Must display a willingness to adopt trauma informed interventions, principles, and practices as well as commitment to ongoing development of their capacity for application of trauma informed care. Realizes the prevalence of trauma among persons served by Caritas and the general population. Recognizes how trauma affects everyone involved-including clients, their families, staff, and community; and impacts behaviors. Responds to trauma by actively implementing the guiding principles of trauma informed care into their daily practice. Resists re-traumatization of persons served and staff providing services, by creating safe, welcoming, and supportive environments. Proficient Computer Skills In: Excel, Outlook, Word, Database Management Software Expert Computer Skills In: Excel, Outlook, Word, Database Management Software MENTAL EFFORT/COGNITIVE ABILITIES REQUIRED: Concentration/intensity - Focus on higher order mental functions at average to high intensity when performing the majority of job tasks. Have limited opportunities for breaks. Deductive Reasoning - Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Fluency of Ideas - Come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity). Inductive Reasoning - Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). Information Ordering - Arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e. g. , patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). Memory - Remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures. Performance of job tasks rely on memorization of tasks or sequences of events. Consider amount and type of information. Oral Comprehension - Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Oral Expression - Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Perceptual Speed - Quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object. Problem Sensitivity - Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem. Selective Attention - Concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. Speed of Closure - Quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns. Written Comprehension - Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Written Expression - Communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Light work. Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED: Reaching - Extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Fingering/Grasping - Pick, pinch, type or otherwise work, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Feeling - Perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Standing - Particularly for sustained periods of time. Walking - Move about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. Sitting - Particularly for sustained periods of time. Speech Clarity/Talking - Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Includes the ability to understand the speech of another person. Hearing - Perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. Repetitive motion - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Coordination, including eye/hand, hand/feet. VISUAL ACUITY: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: analyzing data; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspections; inspect machines. WORK CONTEXT/ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is based primarily in an office environment. Other PPE Required: N/A VEHICLE RELATED REQUIREMENTS: Access to reliable transportation to get to/from work: Required. Access to a reliable automobile: Required. Must provide proof of auto liability insurance (and continue to while working in this position): Required. Must possess a valid driver's license: Required. Additional license requirements that are necessary: N/A Additional considerations for this position: N/A Please Be Advised: Research tells us that some candidates, especially women and people of color, may hesitate to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. If this sounds like you, we still encourage you to apply! We're committed to building a team with diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives-and you might be exactly who we're looking for. Drug Free Workplace: Caritas Family Solutions is dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for our clients and employees. As part of this, a strict drug-free workplace policy is maintained.

DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to successfully partner with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona's children through prevention, services, and support. Human Services Specialist 3 Job Location: POST-PERMANENCY SUPPORTS (SUBSIDY) 1818 E Sky Harbor Circle North Phoenix, AZ Posting Details: Salary: $22.6003 HRLY/$47,000.62 Salary Grade: 18 Closing Date: January 20, 2026 Job Summary: The Adoption and Guardianship Subsidy Case Manager provides senior-level case management with direct/indirect assistance to hard to place adoptive children and their families. This position reviews applications to determine eligibility for the respective programs, and creates cases in the software systems to allow for payments to be processed and the child to receive insurance coverage. In addition, this position provides ongoing support/advocacy to the family. Job Duties: Determines if hard to place children in adoptive/guardianship homes are eligible for adoption or guardianship assistance respectively using completed federal and state criteria. Supports the integration and stability of the child with the adoptive family. Provides adoptive parents with resources available through public and private entities. Clearly and accurately documents each "special condition' of the child on the adoption subsidy agreement. Provides case management and crisis intervention services to adoptive families of children who meet the "legal definition of a child with special needs". Provides comprehensive senior-level case management services and supports to prevent these adoptions from disrupting and to support the family unit through the provision of needed social services. Consults with the child's behavioral health and medical professionals, adoptive parents, school personnel and Department of Child Safety (DCS) staff to identify the level and frequency of services required to maintain children in their family unit. Completes all required documentation on approved cases to comply with state and federal requirements. Assures that adoption subsidy agreements are executed prior to the finalization of the adoption. If case managers reduce, terminate or deny services for the child, the case manager must inform the adoptive parent of their appeal right/due process, and prepare the case for the appeal hearing. Provides training/technical assistance to adoptive parents and adoption workers on department policies/procedures. Provides DCS permanency staff with ongoing information regarding the adoption subsidy application process, documentation requirements, statutory time frames and prior authorizations requirements. Ensures that all processes are completed timely and accurately in computer software systems that allow for payments to be processed and medical coverage to be in place. Reviews and resolves high profile case-specific issues and concerns. Works with the office of the Attorney General, DCS Central Office administrators, medical and behavioral health professionals and school personnel so that case-specific issues and concerns can be resolved at the lowest level of intervention. Other duties as assigned as related to the position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: Complex federal and state adoption laws, regulations and policies Family dynamics Child development and behavior Sources of family conflict Community social service resources to help support adoptive families Awareness of appropriate treatment for approved special service subsidies Skills in: Interviewing and helping adoptive families and their children to understand and address problems which could cause disruption of placement Management to maintain documentation and meet deadlines in processing active cases Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships for work with children, families and staff in other professions and agencies Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Conduct training Interpret program policies, procedures and rules Selective Preference(s): The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Social work or other social science program and previous experience in adoptions or child welfare. Pre-Employment Requirements: The ability to secure and maintain clearance from the DCS Central Registry. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including: Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans 10 paid holidays per year Vacation time accrued at 4:00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly Deferred compensation plan Wellness plans By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Contact Us: Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting ************ or by email at *************. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Should you have any further questions regarding the interview process you can reach out to a member of our recruitment team at ************ or by email at ********************. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

GTT is a leading networking and security as a service provider for multinational organizations, simply and securely connecting people and machines to data and applications - anywhere in the world. We serve thousands of organizations, bringing together the right people, partners and technology to reduce the burden on IT teams and solve the most pressing networking and security challenges. Built on our top-ranked global Tier 1 network, GTT Envision is a single global technology platform to connect, orchestrate, virtualize and automate enterprise networks, enabling customers with consumable solutions to achieve business missions and meet ongoing demand when, where and how needed. Our portfolio includes SASE, SD-WAN, security, internet, voice and other connectivity options, complemented by a suite of professional services and exceptional sales and support teams in local markets around the globe. We partner with our customers to deliver Greater Technology Together. For more information, please visit ************ Role Summary: The Technology Adoption Specialist role is responsible for evangelizing GTT Products and Services internally and with key strategic clients and partners. The specialist will act as a key conduit between the Product and Technology team, GTT customers and the customer facing teams that support them. Job Scope/Supervision: This role collaborates with various departments at GTT, to include, but not limited to, product management, product engineering, sales, solutions and professional services. Job Scope/Supervision: This role has around 50% travel Duties and Responsibilities: Actively facilitate GTT Technology Adoption by current and new GTT customers. Act as an evangelist for GTT Products and services internally and externally Support the upskilling of GTT customer facing teams with the adoption of new technologies and platforms Provide additional product and sales support in key focus growth areas for GTT including Envision portfolio, Managed Security, SD-WAN, public/private cloud and compute Work alongside GTT sales teams on key strategic customer and partnership opportunities across Enterprise, Indirect, Public Sector, and Wholesale channels. Meet with strategically important GTT customers, prospects and partners to present and discuss the GTT Product and Technology strategy Contribute to GTT's product strategy, to meet business objectives, including identifying market opportunities and defining product plan. Support innovation within the portfolio and across divisions to ensure competitive market positioning, pricing, technology, and product structure. Staying up to date with industry trends and competitor activities to inform product decisions and maintain a competitive edge. Conducting market research and analyzing customer feedback to inform product decisions. Required Experience/Qualifications: 7+ years' experience in a telecoms/managed services environment, in any of the following functional areas: Product Management Sales Technical Pre Sales Professional Services Understanding of the managed networking, security and compute market, including experience with: SD-WAN, Cloud Security, ZTNA, NFV, public cloud, containerization Understanding of enterprise networking, security and compute requirements, with experience of interacting with C-suite contacts in global enterprises Experience in delivering technical training to sales organizations Professional/technical certifications, e.g. CCIE, CISSP, CISM preferred Core Competencies Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan. Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems. Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives. Customer Behavior and Preferences: Knowledge of customer behavior and preferences; ability to predict and motivate the behaviors and preferences of existing and desired future customers, and tailor products to meet their needs. Competitive Environment: Knowledge of business market concepts and principles; ability to utilize the processes, tools and techniques for gathering, analyzing, and communicating information about the competitive environment. Marketing Strategy and Positioning: Knowledge of market research, segmentation, and channels; ability to use business models to develop and implement marketing strategies, objectives, and tactics as well as establishing a communications plan. Knowledge of Product Line: Knowledge of methodologies, tools and techniques for specific products; ability to develop product line processes and strategies. Universal Competencies Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of transformation initiatives to drive fundamental changes, enhance responsiveness and efficiency to core business practices. Ability to drive cultural changes from best effort to results oriented. Customer First (Non-Customer Facing): Knowledge of internal customer interactions, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and partnership. Ability to build an environment supporting internal customer value creation at every level. Operational Excellence: Understanding the system-driven processes for consistency and scalability. Ability to re-focus processes and systems from integration activity to maximizing a positive customer impact and anticipating future trends. EEO Statement GTT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, GTT complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. GTT expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of GTT's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. #LI-CH1 #LI-Remote

The candidate must reside within the following county(s) within Region 8: Wilson, Karnes, De Witt, Gonzalez, Goliad and Victoria County. PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILTY The Adoption Specialist provides case management services to children and youth placed in adoptive or foster-to-adopt homes, as well as support to foster/adopt parents through intensive case management services, crisis management, home visits, monitoring for compliance, documentation, ongoing training, and advocacy. The job requires sensitivity to the service populations' cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. Although this is classified as a Hybrid position, there will still be required traveling 95% of the time. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Recruits, identifies, and matches children with prospective adoptive families, including providing information during adoption staffing's, and provides services to children in adoptive placement or assists with connecting to services. Maintains sufficient case documentation, including forms and narratives, to provide a complete and accurate written record. Compiles and submits documentation required for adoption billing. Builds and maintains communication and working relationships within the program, region, and community groups to ensure that the objectives of the agency are accomplished. Conducts assessments of current life situations of a child or children and families to determine the presence of child abuse and neglect. Composes final reports for court and testifies in court when necessary. Provides services after normal working hours and on weekends when necessary. Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy. Travel is required for this position, up to 95% of the work week. Performs other duties as assigned as required to maintain unit operations. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS Adheres to all policies and procedures of the agency and its accrediting and standard setting bodies, such as Council on Accreditation (COA) and state licensing. Maintains client confidentiality per SJRC Texas/Belong standards and all applicable codes of ethics Learns, understands, and supports the SJRC Texas/Belong mission, purpose, and function. Carries out the Trauma Informed Care principles and practices for both internal and external stakeholders. Responsible for the environmental, cultural, safety, diversity issues and needs of the clients and others that enter the work area. Attends mandatory training as defined in positions training matrix. Attends continuing education as necessary to expand knowledge and maintain certifications or licenses. Uses outside professional collaboration and intra-agency teamwork appropriate to the agency. Skilled in organizing work in an environment with multiple challenges and priorities with minimal supervision. Avoid all conflicts of interest, real or perceived. QUALIFICATIONS Required: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field plus two (2) years of relevant work experience OR 60 accredited college credit hours plus two (2) years relevant work experience OR 90 accredited college credit hours plus one (1) year of relevant work experience. Experience may be substituted for education Preferred: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field OR Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field. Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: Valid Texas Driver's License, safe driving record, ability to provide own transportation and proof of current automobile insurance. KNOWLEDGEABLE/ABILITIES Knowledge of child development. Knowledge of family dynamics. Skill in effective verbal and written communication. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Skill in problem solving techniques. Ability to operate a personal computer. Ability to travel and attend child and family visits as well as other work-related appointments and meetings after 5PM. Ability to be on call on a rotating basis and work irregular hours when necessary. Ability to work in an emotion-filled environment which may require conducting home visits in isolated or high crime areas and may involve exposure to substandard and unsanitary living conditions. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, walk briskly to interact with and monitor children. Stamina to work long days and drive long distances. Moderate to heavy lifting up to 60 pounds. Must have the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Must have the ability to give and receive verbal and written instructions (with or without hearing aids). Must have the ability to read fine print, have sustained vision, and peripheral vision (with or without glasses). Environment requires dexterity to remain calm and adapt to fast paced and emotional environments consisting of children with moderate to severe emotional and psychological needs. Minimum 40 hours per week but may necessitate additional time to complete assigned work, which would include evenings and weekends. Home-like settings with varying moderate to high degrees of background noise. Light and ventilation are found in a typical home setting. Campuses are smoke-free, except on permitted campuses in designated areas. DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Supervised by: Adoption Supervisor Supervises: N/A

The candidate must reside within the following county(s) within Region 8: Wilson, Karnes, De Witt, Gonzalez, Goliad and Victoria County. PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILTY The Adoption Specialist provides case management services to children and youth placed in adoptive or foster-to-adopt homes, as well as support to foster/adopt parents through intensive case management services, crisis management, home visits, monitoring for compliance, documentation, ongoing training, and advocacy. The job requires sensitivity to the service populations' cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. Although this is classified as a Hybrid position, there will still be required traveling 95% of the time. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Recruits, identifies, and matches children with prospective adoptive families, including providing information during adoption staffing's, and provides services to children in adoptive placement or assists with connecting to services. * Maintains sufficient case documentation, including forms and narratives, to provide a complete and accurate written record. * Compiles and submits documentation required for adoption billing. * Builds and maintains communication and working relationships within the program, region, and community groups to ensure that the objectives of the agency are accomplished. * Conducts assessments of current life situations of a child or children and families to determine the presence of child abuse and neglect. * Composes final reports for court and testifies in court when necessary. * Provides services after normal working hours and on weekends when necessary. * Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts. * Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy. * Travel is required for this position, up to 95% of the work week. * Performs other duties as assigned as required to maintain unit operations. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS * Adheres to all policies and procedures of the agency and its accrediting and standard setting bodies, such as Council on Accreditation (COA) and state licensing. * Maintains client confidentiality per SJRC Texas/Belong standards and all applicable codes of ethics * Learns, understands, and supports the SJRC Texas/Belong mission, purpose, and function. * Carries out the Trauma Informed Care principles and practices for both internal and external stakeholders. * Responsible for the environmental, cultural, safety, diversity issues and needs of the clients and others that enter the work area. * Attends mandatory training as defined in positions training matrix. * Attends continuing education as necessary to expand knowledge and maintain certifications or licenses. * Uses outside professional collaboration and intra-agency teamwork appropriate to the agency. * Skilled in organizing work in an environment with multiple challenges and priorities with minimal supervision. * Avoid all conflicts of interest, real or perceived. QUALIFICATIONS Required: * Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field plus two (2) years of relevant work experience OR 60 accredited college credit hours plus two (2) years relevant work experience OR 90 accredited college credit hours plus one (1) year of relevant work experience. * Experience may be substituted for education Preferred: * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field OR Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare or related field. Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: * Valid Texas Driver's License, safe driving record, ability to provide own transportation and proof of current automobile insurance. KNOWLEDGEABLE/ABILITIES * Knowledge of child development. * Knowledge of family dynamics. * Skill in effective verbal and written communication. * Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. * Skill in problem solving techniques. * Ability to operate a personal computer. * Ability to travel and attend child and family visits as well as other work-related appointments and meetings after 5PM. * Ability to be on call on a rotating basis and work irregular hours when necessary. * Ability to work in an emotion-filled environment which may require conducting home visits in isolated or high crime areas and may involve exposure to substandard and unsanitary living conditions. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION * Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, walk briskly to interact with and monitor children. * Stamina to work long days and drive long distances. * Moderate to heavy lifting up to 60 pounds. * Must have the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. * Must have the ability to give and receive verbal and written instructions (with or without hearing aids). * Must have the ability to read fine print, have sustained vision, and peripheral vision (with or without glasses). * Environment requires dexterity to remain calm and adapt to fast paced and emotional environments consisting of children with moderate to severe emotional and psychological needs. * Minimum 40 hours per week but may necessitate additional time to complete assigned work, which would include evenings and weekends. * Home-like settings with varying moderate to high degrees of background noise. * Light and ventilation are found in a typical home setting. * Campuses are smoke-free, except on permitted campuses in designated areas. DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Supervised by: Adoption Supervisor Supervises: N/A

Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served. Are you a strategic team player with a passion for growth, innovation, and transforming the landscape of early childhood education? Acelero, Inc. is looking for Home Based Visitor to drive our mission to eliminate the gaps between young children's potential and their success in school and life. Why Acelero? Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrenʼs inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve. Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities. Your Role: As a Home Based Visitor for a Head Start/Early Head Start program, you will be working individually with 10-12 families to support the development of the family and their children. The Home-Based Visitor will work collaboratively with a team of other Home-Based Visitors to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children and families of all backgrounds and abilities What You'll Do: Child Growth & Development: Use knowledge of child development principles to work with children, collaborate with service areas, and communicate with stakeholders. Curriculum Implementation: Implement a home-visiting curriculum that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation for children of all abilities. Behavioral Support: Address challenging behaviors by identifying causes, implementing preventive measures, and partnering with families for home support. Documentation: Use observations and anecdotal notes to document progress and individualize curriculum. Family Services: Apply a family-centered philosophy, recognizing parents as the "Primary Educator" and providing opportunities for parent socialization and peer support networks. Home Visits: Conduct 46 weekly home visits per family, each lasting at least 90 minutes. Socialization Activities: Plan and facilitate 22 group socialization activities per school year. Comprehensive Support: Provide education and support in health, nutrition, mental health, and disabilities services. Assessments & Referrals: Conduct screenings and assessments to create individualized goals and support families through special needs referral processes. Collaboration: Work with families on "Family Success Road Maps" and ensure health requirements (e.g., immunizations, exams) are met. Advocacy: Act as a liaison between families and community resources. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, confidential records in an electronic database system. Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required What You Bring: Possession of a Home-Based CDA credential OR an equivalent credential (e.g., an Associate's or Bachelor's degree with relevant Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Infant/Toddler coursework). Experience and skills in assisting parents with advocacy and decision-making. Knowledge of adult learning is a plus. Regular local travel to and from families' homes, the main office, and program sites, with limited additional travel (up to ~10%) for in-person training and meetings with Shine. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for frequent local travel. Physical exam and background checks are required for this position. When/Where/How Much: When: Spring 2025 Where: The Bronx, NY - local travel How Much: The range for this position is $50,000 - $57,000 annually. Why You'll Love Working with Us: A meaningful mission that drives real change in the lives of children and families A collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and well-being Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $400/individuals & $800/family annually Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% company match Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks If you're ready to take on a challenge that matters, apply now to join us as our next Home Based Visitor. Together, we'll help every child reach their fullest potential! This position earns up to 57,000.00 Annually Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning? - Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve - Career growth and professional development opportunities - Supportive working environment - Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment - Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.

Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital program, is dedicated to healing the invisible wounds - including post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, anxiety, depression, co-occurring substance use disorder, family relationship challenges and other issues associated with Military service - for Veterans of all eras, Service Members, Military Families and Families of the Fallen through world-class clinical care, wellness, education, and research. The Family Support Specialist (FSS) Role is multifaceted. The FSS engages with veterans, service members and military-connected family members to spread awareness about the impacts of military service on entire family systems. They encourage family members to take advantage of clinical, wellness and educational services available through the Home Base Program. The Family Support Team (FST) is the first point of contact for military connected family/supports seeking information or care at Home Base. FSS provide peer support for military connected family/supports participating as part of their service member/veteran's clinical programming. Finally, the FST team delivers/facilitates resiliency offerings in addition to hosting recreational activities for families in New England. In addition to patient-facing outreach, the FST works to build and maintain relationships with other local, regional and national military-serving organizations in an effort to collaborate in support of military families. The FST may need to work outside of normal working hours, to include some nights and weekends. Travel may also be required for this role. Job Summary Summary Responsible for community outreach, engagement, and support to enhance access to behavioral health programs. The Outreach Worker collaborates with community partners, healthcare professionals, and social service agencies to promote mental health awareness and address the behavioral health needs of individuals. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions * Conduct proactive outreach within the community to identify individuals in need of behavioral health services. * Establish relationships with community organizations, schools, primary care providers, and other relevant stakeholders to enhance outreach efforts. * Conduct initial assessments to identify the behavioral health needs of individuals. * Provide information and referrals to appropriate behavioral health services and resources. * Respond to crisis situations and provide immediate support and intervention. * Collaborate with crisis intervention teams, law enforcement, and emergency services as needed. * Advocate for individuals with behavioral health needs to ensure they receive timely and appropriate care. * Conduct community education and awareness programs on mental health topics. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience * Experience in behavioral health outreach or related field 1-2 years preferred * Lived experience as a military family member * Minimum of 3 years working with military families Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Knowledge of military structure * Knowledge of community services and resources available to military families * Familiarity with PTSD and TBI and the challenges that accompany such diagnoses * Compassionate and empathetic spirit * Ability to listen and manage stressful situations and respond calmly and professionally in a safe and reassuring manner * Strong knowledge of behavioral health services, resources, and crisis intervention techniques. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. * Proficiency in using electronic health records and documentation systems. * Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community outreach. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Physical Requirements * Standing Frequently (34-66%) * Walking Frequently (34-66%) * Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) * Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) * Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs * Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) * Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) * Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) * Balancing Frequently (34-66%) * Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) * Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) * Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) * Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) * Reaching Frequently (34-66%) * Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) * Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) * Feeling Constantly (67-100%) * Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) * Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) * Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) * Talking Constantly (67-100%) * Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Remote Type Hybrid Work Location One Constitution Wharf Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $20.43 - $29.21/Hourly Grade 4 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

JOB TITLE: Family Engagement Specialist STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Center Director DAYS: 195 GRADE LEVEL/SALARY: $1254.00/Bi-weekly The Family Engagement Specialist (FES) is responsible for building relationships with families as well as strengthening and building partnerships in the community. Family Engagement Specialist is responsible for recording documentation in program data system to account for family engagement. The Family Engagement Specialist will represent the Partnership in assigned geographic areas to deliver results. Responsibilities: Provide families the opportunity to participate in the Family Partnership Agreement goal setting process. Establish and maintain a Family Partnership Agreement tracking system to ensure each family has had the opportunity to establish goals. Complete the Family Outcome Framework with parents. Coordinate and facilitate School Readiness Transition Meeting for parents. Monitor assigned classroom attendance weekly. Follow-up on attendance of children who have excessive absences Provide a monthly analysis on children's attendance that falls below 85%. Engage and support medical and dental Providers/community partners as they visit and provide on-site screenings and/or assessments on enrolled children. Assist families in applying for and completing medical insurance. Participate in the execution of the Partnership's Parent Orientation remotely or in person. Attend Policy Council Meeting (remotely or in person) a minimum of one time during a school year. Work with families within 30 calendar days of child's enrollment to determine whether each child has an ongoing source of continuous, accessible health care and document results in ChildPlus. Complete required health mandates screenings within 45 days of child's enrollment. Document required 45 -day health mandates screenings in ChildPlus after completion. Work with families within first 90 days of enrollment to obtain determination as to whether or not enrolled child is up-to-date on scheduled preventive medical or oral health care. Document all interaction with families on working to obtain 90 -day Physical and Dental documentation. Distribute, review, monitor In-Kind contribution from families. Validate In-Kind contributions and enter accurately in ChildPlus. Ensure required PIR documentation is entered accurately in ChildPlus. Recruit volunteers to help agency meet In-Kind match. Recruit for eligible children and families for Head Start. Account for recruitment efforts. Complete and enter In-take (application) in ChildPlus accurately. Communicate with Child Services Administration on Policy Council family (parent) representation participation for scheduled meetings. Participate in Health Services Advisory Committee as requested. Participate in recruiting potential substitutes to help meet staff-child ratio for classrooms. Assist in meeting classroom ratio as needed when requested by Supervisor. Engage in and/or coordinate community outreach projects. Assist families in being advocates for their child's services. Complete other assigned task as assigned by Center Director to ensure services for children and families are met. Additional Responsibilities: Support and understand the vision, mission and values of the Partnership. Represent the Mission and Vision of the agency. Commit to maintaining a healthy work environment that allows other individuals around to devote their full attention and best efforts to the job. Provide prompt, efficient and responsive results in a demanding work environment. Participate in community events to establish collaborative relationships and partnerships. Reference policies and procedures to implement services in a timely manner and accurately. Participate in Self-Assessment. Due to independence of accomplishing expectations in this position, a high level of accountability and integrity is required. Request to participate in no-cost to reasonable Professional Development opportunities (remotely or in person) during the school year for professional growth. Other duties as necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the FES position. Work Relationships and Scope: Reports directly to the Center Director. Daily or regular interactions with others working directly with families, children, staff and local community resource providers. Measure of Performance: Build Relationship with enrolled families. (On-going) 100% of establish Family Partnership goals with families are SMART (On-going) 90% of follow up is identified and documented when a child's attendance is below 85% (Weekly) Establish a plan with 85% of families who has a child who have missed ten percent of program days. (On-going) 95% -100% of ChildPlus documentation entered accurately (use of Instructions). (Daily) 100% submit FES Task Guide to supervisor weekly to account for performance. (Weekly) 100% complete 45 -day health mandated screenings within guidelines. (On going) 100% ensure center has a Policy Council Parent Representative (On-going) 100% ensure parent Policy Council Representative participate in scheduled Policy Council meeting. (On-going) 100% of Parent Center Committee are active and documentation is accessible and available to support. (On-going) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: BS Degree in Social Work or related field required and/or achieve Family Development Credential within 18 months of hiring. Ability to problem solve and work in a team environment. Exemplifies cultural humility and sensitivity. Excellent communication skills. Proficient use of technology. Ability to implement Head Start Performance Standards, Daycare Licensing Minimum Standards according to . Ability to work independently to produce measureable family outcomes. Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office setting with minimal safety issues. Due to COVID-19, remote working has to be requested and approved by Supervisor. The ability to frequently travel to assigned designated centers in the Partnership service areas, as well as to internal and/or external meetings, trainings, and community involvement. This position requires sitting, standing, bending, and minimal lifting. This position requires a valid driver's license and safe driving record and travel by air. Complete and pass ABI/FBI background check. Benefits: All full-time employees of the Partnership are provided a very generous and exceptional benefits package which includes full medical coverage managed by PEEHIP (BC/BS Plan). The agency contributes over 10% monthly to the Retirement System of Alabama on behalf of each employee. Acknowledgement: This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the Director of Children's Services. All requirements are subject to change over time and to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Join our dynamic team, dedicated to curating unforgettable family vacations. We specialize in crafting tailor-made experiences for families seeking adventure, relaxation, and lasting memories. As a leading authority in Family Vacations, we are committed to providing personalized service and expert guidance to ensure every trip exceeds expectations. Are you passionate about travel and skilled at creating unforgettable experiences? Do you thrive on helping families discover the perfect destination for their next adventure? If so, we want you to join our team as a Family Vacation Destination Specialist. **Responsibilities:** - Consult with clients to understand their family's unique interests, preferences, and budgetary considerations. - Design customized itineraries tailored to each family's needs, including accommodations, activities, and transportation. - Provide expert advice on family-friendly destinations, attractions, and experiences worldwide. - Coordinate all aspects of travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, tours, and activities. - Stay informed about travel trends, family-friendly destinations, and industry developments to provide the highest level of service. - Handle any issues or emergencies that may arise during travel, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for families. - Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to foster repeat business and referrals. **Qualifications:** - Strong customer service skills with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen to clients' needs and offer tailored recommendations. - Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities. - Passion for travel and a genuine desire to help families create lifelong memories. **Benefits:** - Opportunities for professional development and training. - Travel perks and discounts. - Flexible work schedule. - Collaborative and supportive team environment. Text "Family" to ************* to schedule a meeting with us. An equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.