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  • BCBA

    Action Behavior Centers

    Advocate job in Brownsville, TX

    APPLICATIONS ARE REVIEWED DAILY. YOU CAN EXPECT A RESPONSE WITHIN 24 HOURS. Why ABC? 1. Our Patients: An intentional focus on small caseloads with a compassionate care approach. 2. Our Culture: ABC Core Values are more than just words on a wall. It's how we strive to live everyday. 3. Our Community: We ground ourselves in our WHY and the impact we have on the lives of others. Total Compensation Package from $84,000 to $119,000 annually. Opportunity to earn MORE based on center size, mentorship of RBT's and supervision of assigned trainees. Your total compensation consists of a competitive base salary, performance bonuses, mentorship bonuses, and long-term ownership in the company. *BCBA's become eligible for long-term ownership upon promotion to the Sr. BCBA role. All other roles eligible. Monthly Performance Bonuses: Bonuses are uncapped and start at just 26 hours of treatment delivery per week, meaning you'll be rewarded for your impact without waiting months to qualify. Sign On Bonus: Up to $10,000 based on start date and location. Mentorship Bonuses: Provide supervision hours to an RBT pursuing their Master's in ABA and earn bonus pay for your guidance, oversight and impact! Certification Bonuses: Get rewarded for each therapist who becomes certified under your supervision. Relocation Packages available: To ease the expenses of your transition. 401(k) with Company Match: Boost your retirement potential and strengthen your financial future. Remote Work Benefit: Up to 3 work from home days per month, plus up to 16 additional assessment related work from home days per year Schedule: Monday-Friday, daytime hours. Almost 30 days off in Year One: Including holidays, PTO, CEU days, and flex days-no guilt, just rest. Manageable Caseloads: You'll support up to 8 children, so you're set up to succeed without burning out. No Non-Compete Clauses: We believe great talent doesn't need restrictions Transparent and Expedited Career Growth & Leadership Tracks: Center Leadership: BCBA >Sr. BCBA>Assistant Clinical Director >Clinical Director>Sr. Clinical Director >Group Clinical Director>Regional Clinical Director Training & Development: Join Dr. Greg Hanley's Compassionate Care Team, mentor and train clinicians in evidence‑based ABA practice Research & Innovation: Collaborate with Dr. Linda LeBlanc at the Action Institute to advance treatment outcomes, transparency, equity, and clinical quality Clinical Guidance: Our BCBAs are guided by our Clinical Advisory Board and Compassionate Care Team, featuring industry leading clinicians such as: Dr. Charna Mintz, Dr. Greg Hanley, Dr. Linda LeBlanc, Dr. Patricia Wright, Dr. Dorothea Lerman, Dr. Malika Pritchett, Dr. Mahshid Ghaemmaghami, and Dr. Anthony Cammilleri Continuing Education: A minimum of 10+ free CEUs per year in-house, extra funds to attend additional training courses, and 2 paid days off to use for CEU events. Health Benefits: Best-in-class Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Savings Account and Health Savings Account options Family Support: Up to $3,000 in maternity/paternity financial assistance plus short-term disability options that can equate to 8 weeks of paid paternity leave. Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Each year we contribute additional dollars to help you pay off your student loans. Unique Perks: First Stop Virtual Health for you and up to 7 household members, CALM membership for you and your family, Door Dash Pass, MilkStork access to ship home breast milk while traveling, a SNOO smart sleeper for new parents, and more. Your Role Develop Treatment Plans that are clinically sound and engaging Supervise and Mentor RBTs to support consistent, high-quality care Collaborate with Families to set goals, track progress, and celebrate growth Deliver Evidence-Based Therapy in a supportive, play-focused environment ABC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. @Copyright 2025 #LI-Onsite
    $84k-119k yearly 1d ago
  • Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T2152)

    Target 4.5company rating

    Advocate job in Brownsville, TX

    Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $15.00 USD per hour Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here. (*********************************** **ALL ABOUT SERVICE & ENGAGEMENT** Advocates of guest experience who welcome, thank, and exceed guest service expectations by focusing on guest interaction, loyalty enrollment and store cleanliness. Advocates of both in-store and digital services and solutions who are knowledgeable about capabilities and features that drive adoption, usage and ultimately guest loyalty. Empowered to make shopping quick and easy for guests at the checklanes, guest services, gift registry, pick-up and drive up while ensuring exceptional quality. **At Target** **,** **we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Guest Advocate can provide you with the** **ski** **l** **ls and experience of** **:** + Communicating and interacting with guests to build anwelcoming guest experience + Blending problem solving and decision making to positively impact the guest experience and resolve guest concerns + Adapting to different guest interactions and situations + Promoting and engaging around various benefits, offerings and services **As** **a** **Guest** **Advocate,** **no two days** **are ever the same, but a typical day will** **most likely include** **the following responsibilities:** + Demonstrate a service culture that prioritizes the guest service experience by delivering the service standard + Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests as you are completing your daily tasks. + When guests need assistance, engage with guests in a welcoming way, to help solve their specific needs. + Make the guest aware of current promos. store activities and events. + Be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store, and specific to your area, to solve issues for the guest and improve their experience. + Thank guests and let them know we're happy they chose to shop at Target. + Know and speak to the benefits of Target Loyalty programs with every guest and assist with application or sign-up as needed. + Scan and bag all guest items efficiently, accurately and in compliance with food safety standards and company best practices. + Work efficiently to minimize guest wait time while maintaining guest service and accuracy. + Understand and show guests how to use the features and offerings within the Target App including Wallet. + Be familiar with Order Pick-Up, Drive Up and online ordering, and know how to direct the guest to enroll, activate and use these features. + Attempt every return and follow register prompts;partnerwith immediate Leaders as needed to help solve for the guestwhile following Target's policies and procedures. + Maintain a clean, clutter free work areaby gatheringunpurchased items, baskets, and hangers for removal. + Stock supplies during store open hours while being available for the guest. + Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance. + Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies,best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible. + Support guest services such as order pick up (OPU), Drive-up (DU) Orders, DU Returns and maintain a compliance culture while executing those duties, such as compliance with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws. + All other duties based on business needs **WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR** **This m** **ay** **be the right job for you if:** + You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with. + You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key to success. + You are open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times). **The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you ever** **y** **thing you need to know to be a** **Guest** **Advocate.** **But** **,** **there are a few** **skills** **you** **should have from the get-go:** + Communicating effectively, including using positive language and attentive to guests needs + Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members + Attention to detail while prioritizing tasks + Willing to educate guests and engage around products and services + Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed. + Work both independently and with a team + Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes **We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:** + Accurately handlecheckout operations, transactions,and support cash office operations as needed + Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving product up to 10 poundsand occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance from others. + Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); reliable and prompt attendance necessary. + Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary). + Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at ********************************************* . **Benefits Eligibility** Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: ********************************* | Pegue esta URL en su navegador preferido para obtener información sobre la elegibilidad de este puesto para recibir beneficios: ********************************* **Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)** In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel. Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no application deadline. Las solicitudes para este puesto se aceptan de forma continua y no hay fecha límite de solicitud.
    $15 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Local home daily

    10-4 Truck Recruiting

    Advocate job in Brownsville, TX

    Class A CDL Solo Truck Driver - RECENT GRADUATES OK! *****Please read to make sure you qualify :) Average $1500.00+ Weekly Monthly Performance bonuses Tuition Reimbursement program 2 WEEKS OUT-2 DAYS HOME- OTR and Regional positions available Gain 3 months of experience and transfer to local No touch freight Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit Great Benefits Great pay! You can take your truck home REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 21 Years of Age No experience necessary-WILL TRAIN. Must have a valid CDL If no experience-MUST HAVE 120 HOURS VIA TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL No Sap drivers Clean criminal background No more than 2 MV's in the last 2 years No 15 mph over speeding tickets No year long gaps of unemployment in the last 7 years unless in school-self employment has to be verifiable Can't be terminated from the last trucking position Must be able to pass a hair test No DUI/DWI BENEFITS: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid orientation Paid toll fees Paid training Referral program Vision insurance Newer Freightliner-Double beds-refrigerators- No cameras on driver Pet and passenger friendly 100's of terminals across the US Language: English (Required) License/Certification: CDL A (Required) APPLY TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS-Please be prepared to complete a short 5 minute application upon contact. :)
    $1.5k weekly 60d+ ago
  • Home Educator/Family Develop Worker

    Avance 4.4company rating

    Advocate job in Alamo, TX

    What began in a 500-unit public housing development in San Antonio, Texas, with an annual budget of $50,000 serving 35 families, AVANCE has grown to over 100 program sites across the U.S., serving thousands of parents and children annually through early childhood education/parenting and family support services. AVANCE is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit, community-based organization originally conceptualized at Cornell University by graduate students of Dr. Urie Bronfenbrenner. The first AVANCE Mother-Infant Program was established in Dallas, Texas in 1972 with funding from the Zale Corporation. Zale then provided seed funding to bring the program to San Antonio, Texas and hired Gloria Rodriguez as the first Executive Director of the San Antonio branch in 1973. While the Dallas site closed its doors in 1974, AVANCE in San Antonio continued and Dr. Rodriguez became the visionary leader whom firmly established, enhanced and expanded the concept in San Antonio, developing the AVANCE Parent-Child Education Program into the effective and comprehensive program it is today. AVANCE is widely recognized as a national model and best practice in early childhood education. Job Description Position Summary This position is responsible for conducting weekly home visits and participating in bi-weekly socializations. During home visits and socializations staff will observe the parent interaction with the child, assisting in addressing problems in the home, and providing appropriate referrals for needed services. This position will also be responsible for providing families with comprehensive family development and adult education services through the development and implementation of an individualized service delivery plan. The provision of all services will focus on promoting the educational and economic success of the parents that in turn will promote the child's overall growth and development. Working Conditions • Work may involve unusual and extended working hours, including evenings and weekends. Must have flexible schedule. Work inside and outside of facilities. • Work in family's home • Work in various types of weather conditions. • Occasional exposure to childhood illnesses. • Must be able to handle multiple tasks Job Function 1. Schedule appointments with participants for home visits. 2. Provides families with comprehensive case management and family development services that include in-home visits, advocacy, and transportation and referral services. 3. Assesses families' needs based on enrollment information and intake interview. Develops an individual family service plan to address identified needs which focuses on the development of family strengths. 4. Assists families in developing goals and objectives and sets systems in place for tracking the accomplishment of their goals and objectives. 5. Monitors, evaluates and modifies families' service delivery plan on a regularly scheduled basis. 6. Ensures that the families receive needed services rom child care and support staff or outside agencies and individuals. Serves as an advocate or broker to link early head start families to community resources and services. 7. Recruits program participants, complies with obtaining all data as required, and conducts intakes as needed. 8. Makes required number of contacts with each family and maintains accurate and timely documentation and narrative reports in families' folders. 9. Participates in meetings and briefings as a contributing member of the team; as well as participated in scheduled client staffing, introduces family cases for review and input from peer group; participates in all aspects of the program's recruitment and enrollment efforts. 10. Communicates with appropriate staff on assigned cases to solicit input and direction regarding levels and types of services needed and/or that are being provided. 11. Assists in providing Program Overview to parents, Parent Committee/Policy Council members and other visitors as assigned. Also assists Parents' Committees in conducting/facilitating the monthly parent meetings. 12. Becomes thoroughly familiar with Performance Standards as they relate to this position and all aspects of the program. 13. Researches community resources for additional service opportunities for parents. 14. Access community resources and services to participants. 15. Assist the participants by proving information and available resources and services. 16. Advocates on behalf of the families and follows up on referrals to participants. 17. Ensures developmental screenings/assessments are implemented in a timely manner in accordance to the framework. 18. Attends trainings mandated by Early Head Start in order to be in compliance with Performance Standards. 19. Become familiar with our research based curriculum in place for children and pregnant women. 20. Work with mental health specialist to meet any behavior issues. 21. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Required: • Minimum of an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and/or CDA Preferred: • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Education or related field. Candidates with (3) three year of college in a related field and 2 year of related work experience will be considered. Experience • Experience working with infants and toddlers • Community Liaison in any human service agency Additional Information ATTN: Carolina Guerrero, This position is for the RGV site located in Alamo, Texas NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Due to the volume of interest, we cannot respond to every resume and we are unable to provide ongoing status. You will only be contacted if you are determined to be one of the most qualified candidates for the position(s) based on your skills and experience. Positions open until filled. Must pass background check, physical and drug screen. AVANCE is an Equal Opportunity Employer
    $50k yearly 8h ago
  • Youth Care Worker 3rd Shift

    Talent at Upbring

    Advocate job in Brownsville, TX

    At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values: We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion. We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength. Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time. Your Mission in Action The Youth Care Worker is responsible for providing direct care and supervision, maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for Unaccompanied Children (UC), and intervening to de-escalate situations as needed. This role ensures compliance with Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) licensing standards, agency policies, program guidelines, and all applicable federal, state, CARF, and local regulatory requirements. Youth Care Workers are also expected to report incidents in a timely manner and follow appropriate protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of the children in their care. 3rd Shift: 10:00 pm- 6:00 am Responsibilities Conduct intake services for incoming UC, including paperwork, assessments, providing an overview of program services, and assisting with initial placement and orientation Provide basic needs upon arrival, including meals, clothing, hygiene products, shower, and bedroom assignment; assist with daily routines such as wake-up, bedtime, personal care, chores, homework, meals, and recreational activities Supervise UC and enforce appropriate behavior limits, in accordance with their individual treatment and behavior plan, while maintaining compliance with ORR standards Perform behavior management and crisis intervention, ensuring the safety and well-being of UC, and providing 1:1 monitoring as directed by management or the clinical team Maintain a safe and organized environment by cleaning, organizing, and ensuring the UC living space is conducive to their well-being Document interactions and interventions in accordance with individual behavior plans, progress notes, and ORR standards, including any behavior incidents and general observations Assist UC with social skills, anger management, and daily living skills, providing support and guidance to help them achieve their daily goals Accompany UC on outings and activities, promoting community inclusion and ensuring safety during transport to appointments, outings, and other scheduled events Develop and maintain positive working relationships with management, staff, UC, and volunteers, ensuring the program goals and objectives are being met Must assist in the evacuation of UC during emergencies, such as inclement weather or natural disasters, ensuring their safety and well-being in unforeseen situations Attend meetings and training, maintaining the required training hours per licensing and ORR standards Other duties and special projects as assigned Qualifications Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent Must be at least 21 years of age One (1) year employment experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents Bilingual in English and Spanish, based on service area and service population Must be able to work extended shifts during periods of influx, including 12-hour shifts at least once a week or more Ability to use visual and auditory awareness within the work environment to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents Demonstrated ability to establish trust and build positive rapport with children, always working within ethical boundaries Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills, with the ability to handle challenging situations and ensure the safety of residents Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to give and follow both written and oral instructions Proficiency with basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and documentation programs or databases Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree in social services, Human Services, or closely related field Two (2) years' previous experience performing direct care services to children and adolescents Travel This position may require travel as needed Perks at Upbring Competitive PTO & paid holidays Health, dental, vision insurance & more 403(b) Plan Employee Assistance Program Discounted Gym Memberships Physical Demands & Work Conditions This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, twisting, and reaching Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children Lift, push, pull, and move up to 125 lbs The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus. Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
    $28k-42k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Counselor-HS (Pool) (2025-2026 School Year)

    San Benito Consolidated Independent School District

    Advocate job in San Benito, TX

    Other Professionals Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Counselor, (HS, Sped, Transition) Exemption Status: Exempt Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: 04 Works with: Students/Parents/Staff Days: 207 Dept./School: Assigned Campus This job description complies with the 80 percent requirement for delivery of the Comprehensive School Counseling Program. Primary Purpose: Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at assigned campus. Counsel students to fully develop each student's academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special population students. Prerequisites: * Master's Degree; * Valid Texas Teacher Certificate; * Valid Texas School Counselor Certificate; and Special Knowledge/Skills: * Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development; * Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; * Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior; * Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff. Experience: * Two years teaching experieance preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties: Guidance Curriculum * Plan, organize, implement, and deliver structured group lessons according to the district's guidance curriculum to improve students' interpersonal and intrapersonal effectiveness, personal health and safety, post-secondary planning and readiness, and other developmental needs. * Teach the school guidance curriculum components through the use of effective instructional strategies and planned structured groups considering diverse student populations and needs for differentiated instruction. * Work with students, staff, parents or guardians, and the community to identify priorities where students will be served through the guidance curriculum component. Collaborate across curricular areas to integrate guidance lessons into content area curriculum. * Create a balanced curriculum by using well-planned and intentional activities and materials, incorporating guest speakers, and offering engaging delivery techniques, including technology tools. Responsive Services * Use accepted theories and effective techniques of developmental guidance to respond to problematic or critical incidents to support students and offer services in time of need. * Use preventive activities to remove barriers that interfere with a student's educational, career, personal, and social development. * Implement remediation practices to assist students in coping with problem situations or unwise choices. Identify precipitating and antecedent factors, effective and ineffective approaches to dealing with the circumstances, and provide feedback to guide future decisions. * Use specialized skills to support students in crisis situations requiring immediate response. Maintain a healthy and safe school environment by collaborating with district staff, parents or guardians, and local officials. * Provide continued support to students in need through individual counseling, small group counseling, consultation, or referral to services outside the school or district. * Serve as an impartial, non-reporting resource for interpersonal conflicts and discourse involving two or more students, including accusations of bullying. Individual Planning * Create school counseling services that are developmental and age appropriate and provide information or literature that highlights related topics to students, teachers, and administrators. * Assist individual students and their parents or guardians in monitoring their academic, career, personal, and social development as they progress in school. * Advocate for a school environment that acknowledges and respects diversity and ensures equitable access and placement in courses and programs for minority, disenfranchised, homeless, and other special populations. * Interpret standardized test results, offer career development activities, provide strategies for grade level transitions, and guide students in individual goal setting and planning including creating and reviewing personal graduation plans and providing information about post-secondary opportunities. System Support * Collect, summarize, and interpret testing data to plan, create interventions, guide students, and address specific student needs. * Conduct an annual program audit to inform accountability, action plans, time management, and systemic change. * Participate in campus-based school improvement planning and goal setting. * Provide parent or guardian and staff training and consultation to foster student educational, career, personal, and social development. * Clearly articulate and communicate the counseling program's management system and related program action plans to campus and district staff, parents or guardians, and the community. * Participate in staff development and continuing education opportunities to improve job-related skills and research to identify best practices in implementing a comprehensive school counseling program. Other Related Duties * Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents. * Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. * Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional standards for school counselors including current professional standards of competence and practice. * Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. * Other duties as assigned by supervisor Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
    $37k-74k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Child Life Specialist FT

    Universal Health Services 4.4company rating

    Advocate job in Edinburg, TX

    Responsibilities Plans and implements therapeutic programs in order to minimize stress and anxiety in hospitalized children. Assesses the emotional and developmental needs of patients and families in the pediatric service areas to determine support needed during hospitalization. Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that children's psychosocial, developmental and educational needs are met. Coordinate and supervise programs provided by community volunteers. This contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Experience in healthcare setting preferred. 2. Bilingual preferred 3. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer. EDUCATION / LICENSURE: 1. Must obtain and maintain BLS licensure within 3 months of hire. 2. High School diploma, GED, or Higher Education required. 3. Bachelor's Degree in Child Development or directly related field is required. 4. Certification through Child Life Council OR 5. Minimum 480 hour internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success Notice At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: ************************* or **************.
    $25k-45k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Counselor Pool (All Levels) 2025-2026

    Brownsville Independent School District 4.1company rating

    Advocate job in Brownsville, TX

    ***MUST UPLOAD UPDATED RESUME*** ***ONE YEAR ASSIGNMENT*** REQUIRED: Master's Degree; Valid Texas Counselor's Certificate; Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate. Three (3) years teaching experience. The role of the Counselor is to counsel and provide related services which help students acquire skills in the social, personal, educational, and career areas that are necessary for living in a multi-cultural society. The counselor is to provide information through group guidance that contributes to the development of effective learning environments through students' advocacy and through consulting with others which are consistent with Board Policy and with statutes and standards of regulatory agencies. The counselor is responsible for contributing to the educational program as a whole and to the growth of each student. Days: Elementary Counselor - 196 Middle School Counselor - 201 High School Counselor - 205
    $58k-68k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • SUBSTITUTE Counselor Pool 2025-2026

    Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District (Tx

    Advocate job in Harlingen, TX

    Substitute/Substitute Teacher Additional Information: Show/Hide PRIMARY PURPOSE: Supports the district's guidance and counseling program during the absence of a school counselor. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: * School Counselor Certificate PAY: * $165 a day
    $165 daily 60d+ ago
  • Family Services Advocate (Donna, TX) $22.33

    UMOS

    Advocate job in Donna, TX

    Employment references must be provided. Family Services Advocate Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Implement Health Transitional and Family Services at the Center including but not limited: Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance (ERSEA), home visit, newborn home visits, family needs assessment, referrals, child file reviews, case notes, Family Partnership Agreements, Transitions, collaboration with community agencies, parent education, coordination of MSHS services to families, family literacy, identification of community resources, and tracking of services. Participate in Case Review Process that addresses health, nutrition, and disabilities program area of children and determine child's health, special needs, and nutrition status by performing a file review and obtaining any current health or dental information through records request. Manage family services utilizing a case management systems approach that includes performing and monitoring case review to identify a family's strengths and immediate, short-, and long-term needs of parents and children that provides a support system for families to meet their own individual needs through advocacy, training, and coordination of services. Implement and monitor ongoing recruitment plan activities within the center recruitment zones to ensure funded enrollment is met that includes recruitment and establishment of 10% enrollment of children with disabilities. Provide direct supervision to family Services Advocate Worker including ongoing mentoring, training, and conducting performance evaluations. Coordinate / implement and monitor the enrollment process of families that includes childcare and determine family's eligibility status, enrollment priority status by utilizing selection enrollment criteria and for families enrolled implement a waiting list while ensuring that eligibility is 100% accurate in accordance to funding source. Address health, nutrition and disabilities issues including short-term exclusion of children by consulting with parents and sending home “symptoms” letters and health / nutrition referrals, and if necessary, conduct home visits when health or developmental concerns are suspected or identified through staff/parent observation, screenings, and daily health observations, conduct in-house staffing, and send out referrals as needed. Conduct Parent Orientation and coordinate and/or obtain documents such as health information (immunizations, Health history, etc.,) in accordance with licensing requirements. Facilitate and coordinate the development of Family Partnership Agreements that outline family goals, school readiness goals, language initiatives, literacy for goal achievement, ensure information gathered is disseminated to appropriate staff. Utilizing the Parent, Family, Community, Engagement (PFCE) Framework, offer family engagement opportunities at the Centers through parent meetings, fatherhood activities, open houses, parent participation through monthly newsletters, offering family literacy resources, provide parent training as needed. Implement parenting curriculum that builds on parent's knowledge and offers parents the opportunity to practice parenting skills to promote children's learning and development. As part of the PFCE Framework, assist families in accessing community resources/services through implementing and effective referrals process and monitoring each case through the process of follow-up referrals to ensure immediate / emergency needs as well as long-term issues of families have been addressed. Obtain consents from parents, if parent unable to take child, for EPSDT, health or dental services that allows program to arrange services, as permitted by provider, and coordinate transportation for these services as needed. Prepare paperwork for clinics including necessary forms for Provider (ex. Immunization records, health history, lead screening, parent consent, etc.) Coordinate with Child Development Coordinator in implementation and monitoring procedures/methods for child accidents, case reviews, health emergencies, injury/accident prevention, reporting (to include parents), and follow-up, medication administration, transportation and storage, individualization / modification for children with special needs, diapering, hygiene, sanitation, hand washing techniques, and sick child. Implement and monitor an effective filing system that safeguards confidential information and supports the organization of children's files which includes electronic data systems. Coordinate and monitor the transition process and packet development including but not limited to the following transitions: program to program; Head Start, Migrant and Seasonal Head Start (MSHS) to public school; MSHS to another agency; MSHS to local or regional HS or Classroom to classroom. As part of Early Care and Educational needs and coordination, synchronize other UMOS programs to include program surveys, referrals and create files when necessary to address additional services. Responsible for the weekly collection of non-federal shares (In-Kind) which includes coordinating and promoting the parent/community volunteer program, recruiting volunteers, conducting volunteer orientation, and collecting documentation necessary to process in-kind. Ensure timely data entry of services and submit complete and accurate reports. Including but not limited to the family Data Base System such as family, health and transitional services monthly reports, PIR reports, community assessment data, and any other assignments to the Regional Office by the requested dates. Maintain center parent board and ensure the following are posted: Policy Council and Parent Committee meeting schedule and recent minutes, menu, community events, and any other relevant information. Report on suspected child abuse and neglect in accordance with state law and UMOS policies and procedures. Attends center & regional staff meetings, coordinating meetings, case reviews, trainings, open houses, and other program activities as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Be at least 18 years old and have a High School diploma or GED. Preferred 2 year post High School education in Human Services or related field or AA Degree in Social Work or related field. Must have credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field within 18 months of hire. Bilingual In Spanish & English (Oral & Written). Proficient in Microsoft Office. Effective communication skills. Must have a reliable car, valid Driver's license with valid insurance. Ability to work irregular and/ or flexible hours. Work Environment, Physical, and Sensory Demands: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Physical Demands: Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and bend. Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 30 lbs. Frequently required to drive. Frequently exposed to moderate temperature generally encountered in a controlled temperature environment. The noise level in this work is usually quiet to moderate. Tools & Equipment Used: Phones, computer system. Fax machine, copy machine, laminator, computer, calculator. Use first aid equipment and fire extinguisher. *Usage varies by position. Additional Eligibility Requirements: Employment with UMOS is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check prior to employment. In accordance with licensing regulation, must complete a physical exam and TB screening showing absence of Tuberculosis within 30 days of employment or sooner as required by local/state regulation. Must complete approved Shaken Baby Training prior to working with children, Fire Extinguisher Training, Infant/child CPR and First Aid within 30 days or sooner as required by local/state regulation. If no AA/BA in social work or related field, must obtain a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related within 18 months of hire. Work will vary from 1 St and 2 ND shift and occasional weekends. UMOS is an equal opportunity Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
    $30k-45k yearly est. 48d ago
  • 6th-12th School Counselor Applicant Pool - IDEA Lower Rio Grande Valley Region (26-27)

    Idea Public Schools 3.9company rating

    Advocate job in Weslaco, TX

    This job posting is not for any specific role that is currently open. Instead, applying to this posting allows IDEA to gather your information in order to assess your fit and move quickly once our team identifies an available opportunity. Please continue to monitor our Career Site and apply to actual vacancies that match your interests. Role Mission: Students and families are the most important stakeholders at IDEA Public Schools. The role of School Counselor leads the campus family engagement vision, social emotional learning program, and coordination of mental health and counseling supports for all scholars on the campus. Our key tenets of family engagement, social emotional learning, and student social emotional supports are implemented through the role of the School Counselor to ensure all staff are building authentic relationships with students and families. Data maintenance and analysis is an integral component of effective school-based intervention implementation. SSAs own the validity and accuracy of their goals to drive campus strategies and tactics. Family engagement and student success is the job of all campus team members. The School Counselor will direct and hold all campus team members accountable to fulfill their role. When the work is lead effectively, the entire school staff is clear on their roles in supporting students and families, has the data needed to drive action, inspired, and supported to engage with students and parents in a meaningful way which would result in meeting the goal for all students to have the academic and social skills they need to achieve their goal of going to and through college. Through this work, School Counselors ensure our schools are a place where students feel safe physically and emotionally safe and therefore can learn, grow, and succeed in and outside of the classroom. What We Offer Compensation: Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $64,987 and $75,385, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment. Other Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Some of the special benefits we offer at IDEA include: Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation. Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability. Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable. What You Bring -- Competencies Qualifications: Education: Master's degree in School Counseling, Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field Experience: Previous experience in a school or school setting License or Certification: Valid TX School Counselor certification or counseling licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LCSW-S, LPC-A, LPC, LMFT-A, LMFT) required Knowledge and Skills: Proven track record of success Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to manage student behavior Belief in and alignment with IDEA's mission and values is non-negotiable Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment What You'll Do -- Accountabilities 90% Student Persistence Leads the execution of the school vision for retaining all students at the school by directing and managing all stakeholders at the campus in their roles and responsibilities in family engagement and student persistence. Provides individual/group counseling for at-risk students and refers students who need intense or specialized services campus-based Licensed Mental Health Provider and/or outside agencies. Leads the planning of and execution of student and family engagement events that are aligned to the school's culture, community and family needs and promotes the authentic relationship building between the school and the family. Leads BOY Professional Development for entire campus to clarify the roles every staff member plays in family engagement. Manages the campus overall student persistence data to ensure 100% of data accuracy and reporting through close partnership with the PEIMS team on campus. Notify all stakeholders who own the persistence goal of the data and rationale as to why students are leaving to identify and analyze trends. Data management includes At-Risk Coding, Potential Leavers and Dropouts and Leaver Coding for withdrawals. Partners with the grade level teams to help identify and coordinate intervention for at-risk students with responsibility and accountability structures for Grade Level Admin, API's, GTLs and Teachers. Leads parent conversations and problem solves to ensure we are meeting the needs of our students and families in collaboration with campus lead team. Coaches and develops teachers to work with all students and families. Partners with the appropriate lead team/campus team members to support the staff and the student to work together to achieve goals. Maintain knowledge of community agencies as a resource to meet student and school needs. Directs implementation of state mandated guidance lessons to all students to develop life skills, promote good character, and develop resilience. Provides support through feedback, training, coaching, and developing teachers in working with students social/emotional needs in the classroom. Member of the crisis response team on the campus to provide and ensure student social/emotional needs are being met Conducts individual and group check-ins and advising meetings with students to address social-emotional issues and provide campus-based supports. Leads family communications platforms: Remind, Smore (Weekly Parent Newsletter), and Facebook Administers 2 parent survey: 1 in the Spring and 1 in the Fall to get feedback from parents on communication and events. Is responsible to analyze and create a strategic plan to respond to the parent input. Administer 1 student survey in the Spring to get feedback from our scholars with the IDEA experience. 90% New Student Persistence Partners with Enrollment Specialist and APO on the campus to ensure 100% of new student and families receive high quality on-boarding starting on day 1 of school. Directs and manages through influence all campus team members to their role in family engagement to retain new students from year to year. Lead the planning and execution of specific new parent events to welcome the new parents to the campus and helps them integrate and get acclimated to the campus culture and expectations with campus lead team. Leads the parent conversations and addresses concerns of our newest families to ensure they are heard, and the campus is responsive Partners with the APO to ensure all new student on-boarding is completed and operational support is given at all new student and new parent events Owns the campus new student persistence to ensure 100% of data accuracy and reporting through close partnership with the PEIMS team on campus. Notify all stakeholders who own the persistence goal of the data and rationale as to why students are leaving to identify and analyze trends. Conducts individual and group check-ins and advising sessions with new students to build community and sense of belonging. 97.5% Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Partners with the Operations team to increase and ensure all students are in school on time, every day through proactive communication and motivation with families. In accordance with the ADA escalation matrix, the counselor is activated when a student is absent 7 or more times to plan for interventions and support of student and family. Identifies barriers to attendance and support in connecting the family with community resources or hosts in school sessions to support ADA for the student. Conducts home visit for students that are absent 7 or more times. Owns the management of the student being placed on the Mission List for chronic absenteeism 90% of assigned teachers use MTW curriculum with fidelity (as defined by students interact with video program 3 days a week) Lead teacher and campus training on Move This World curriculum and implementation expectations. Identify and utilize best practice strategies to invest and create a culture of excitement around the integration of an SEL curriculum in the daily schedule. Conduct regular rotating observations of Move This World blocks using observation rubric. Provide teachers feedback on observation rubric at least 1x/month. Track curriculum progress and send campus weekly PTG MTW update with glows and grows. Conduct BOY and EOY assessment on SEL competencies, school climate, safety, and sense of belonging. Review data and create action steps to address campus needs. Campus earns an “A” on School Counselor Report Card Collaborates with key stakeholders to meet district expectations for successful implementation of district family engagement and social emotional learning priorities Facilitates 4 Family Engagement Events (1 per quarter) Meets parent and student completion expectations in Fall and Spring survey administrations Facilitates bullying prevention month and mental health awareness month activities Campus crisis team meets regularly and submits crisis data on time We look for Team and Family who embody the following values and characteristics: Believes and is committed to our mission and being an agent of change: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes We believe in education as a profession and hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. IDEA Public Schools boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report's top high schools lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, Ohio, and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. Staff Experience At IDEA, the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here! To Apply Please submit your application online through Jobvite. It's in your best interest to apply as soon as possible. IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at **************.
    $65k-75.4k yearly Auto-Apply 11d ago
  • Counselor - Prospective Middle School

    Edinburg Independent School District

    Advocate job in Edinburg, TX

    Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor Date Available: 04/22/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide REPORTS TO: Campus Principal APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 200 days DATE REVISED JUN 19, 2019 WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt SALARY RANGE: $64,160 Minimum $90,446 Maximum PAY GRADE: SO4 PRIMARY PURPOSE: To provide a proactive developmental guidance and counseling program for all students to maximize academic, career and personal growth. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification A Master's degree in guidance and counseling Valid Texas counseling certificate Special Knowledge Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior Experience Three years teaching experience required MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Program Management * Plans school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that identified objectives are met. * Develops, coordinates and continuously evaluates the overall effectiveness of the guidance program. * Educates the school staff, parents and community about the guidance services via meetings, school newsletters, and presentations. * Compiles, maintains, and files all required reports, records, and documents. Guidance and Counseling * Teaches the school developmental guidance curriculum to students. * Assists teachers in the teaching of guidance related curriculum. * Guides individuals and groups of students through the development of educational plans and career awareness. * Counsels individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns. * Provides crisis counseling as needed. Consultation and Coordination * Consults with parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant in individuals to enhance their work with students. * Coordinates with school and community personnel to obtain resources for students. * Implements an effective referral process to assist students gain access to special programs and services. Assessment * Participates in the planning and evaluation of campus standardized testing program. * Coordinates and administers additional student assessments. * Interprets tests and other appraisal results appropriately. Administration * Complies with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education * Rule, and board policy under guidance and counseling. * Complies with all district and campus routines and regulations. * Maintains a positive and effective relationship with supervisors. * Communicates effectively with colleagues, students, and parents. Professionalism * Models behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible. * Participates in professional staff development to improve skills related to job assignment and to keep updated with developments in education. * Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others. * Performs other related duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Supervise assigned counseling aide(s) and clerical employee(s) WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: * Maintain emotional control under stress; occasional district-wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Nondiscrimination Statement Edinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX issues: Mark Micallef, *******************, Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, *********************** , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8thAvenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, **************. Edinburg CISD no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas o actividades y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación: Title IX issues: Mark Micallef, *******************, Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, *********************** , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, **************.
    $64.2k yearly Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • TJJD - LICENSED :Substance Abuse Counselor I-II-III - Alcohol or Other Drugs - (EVN)-54721

    Capps

    Advocate job in Edinburg, TX

    TJJD - LICENSED :Substance Abuse Counselor I-II-III - Alcohol or Other Drugs - (EVN)-54721 (00054721) Organization: TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT Primary Location: Texas-Edinburg Work Locations: Evins 3801 E Monte Cristo Road Edinburg 78541 Job: Community and Social Service Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40. 00 State Job Code: 5111 5112, 5113 Salary Admin Plan: B Grade: 16 17, 18 Salary (Pay Basis): 4,452. 31 - 5,487. 55 (Monthly) Number of Openings: 1 Overtime Status: Non-exempt Job Posting: Dec 16, 2025, 4:00:43 PM Closing Date: Ongoing Description HOW TO APPLYComplete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at ************ tjjd. texas. gov/careers/) TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003) Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028) Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975) Authorization to Release Information (HR-074) Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position. Apply Online at ************** taleo. net/careersection/644/jobdetail. ftl?job=00054721&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). Apply through Work-In-Texas at ************ workintexas. com/vosnet/loginintro. aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: ************ tjjd. texas. gov/careers and can be submitted via email to: HRJobsevins@TJJD. Texas. gov. PLEASE NOTEYour job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications. BENEFITSState of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at ************ ers. texas. gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty. GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) provides a trauma informed, holistic Alcohol or Other Drugs (AOD) Specialized Treatment Program to youth committed to the agency who have been assessed as needing AOD treatment in addition to participating in the agency's Texas Model of Trauma Informed Corrections. The secure facility program consists of: (1) a high intensity treatment program offered at dorms dedicated for that purpose at the agency's secure youth facilities; (2) a moderate intensity treatment program provided through an outpatient delivery model at the secure youth facilities and halfway houses; and (3) a continuity of care program upon release of youth into the community. Performs substance abuse assessment and counseling for the Alcohol or Other Drugs (AOD) Specialized Treatment Program of youth who have been adjudicated delinquent of felony offenses, committed to the agency by a juvenile court, and placed in a high security correctional facility. Work involves AOD psycho-education/curriculum delivery; individual, family, and group counseling; discharge and release planning; and working with halfway house staff, parole officers, and contract treatment providers to ensure coordination of service delivery. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, different shift patterns, be on-call, and travel occasionally. Career Ladder Promotion Opportunity: This position is in the approved TJJD career ladder for Substance Abuse Counselors. Placement on the career ladder is dependent upon experience and education. Substance abuse counselors may be promoted based on meeting the established eligibility criteria per agency policy until they reach the top level of the ladder. Progression to the highest pay level on the career ladder is dependent upon experience and performance. Pre-Service Training Academy Requirement: Newly hired substance abuse counselors or rehired substance abuse counselors who separated more than 18 months will be required to attend the pre-service training academy. Substance abuse counselors who have worked for TJJD and return to employment within 18 months of their separation date are not required to attend the pre-service academy and will be placed in full-time status on their date of employment. Levels of Work Performed by Career Ladder Level:Substance Abuse Counselor I: Performs routine (journey-level) work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Substance Abuse Counselor II: Performs highly complex (senior-level) work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Substance Abuse Counselor III: Performs advanced (senior-level) work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSInterviews, screens, and assesses clients for potential program participation and services; provides substance abuse counseling, psychoeducational classes, or rehabilitative programs both in individual and group formats; and completes weekly documentation of services provided for each participating youth in accordance with Case Management Standards (CMS) and AOD program requirements. Develops and monitors objectives/strategies to address AOD risk factors, increase protective factors and ensure treatment delivery according to the risk-need-responsivity principle. Monitors youth progress in AOD specialized treatment; updates treatment objectives for assigned youth in accordance with CMS; and completes transition planning and discharge summaries to ensure continuity of care and management of risk factors for relapse. Conducts program orientation sessions. Works in collaboration with the transitional placement staff (Halfway House PSW, Parole, and AOD Specialized Treatment Program Specialist) to identify appropriate services such as AOD aftercare. Conducts and facilitates required groups, individual counseling, AOD psycho-educational groups, and family contacts for assigned caseload; and plans for scheduled and unanticipated leaves of absence to ensure the provision of group services by an approved group alternate. Participates in staff development relating to the agency's approved treatment program, group facilitation, CMS, AOD specific training, substance abuse training, and renews annual mandatory training requirements. Reads, reviews, and properly applies information found in youth records related to youth health, safety, and security; provides appropriate information to other staff; and complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Prepares and maintains records, forms, and reports, as required by CMS and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). (5%) Assists the case manager during the time the youth is enrolled in treatment by developing individual treatment goals, maintaining constant communication with the case manager to ensure the youth is progressing in treatment, including development of goals, progress, transition plans etc. Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities. Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible. Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested timeframes. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSRequirements for Substance Abuse Counselor I:Associate's or Bachelor's Degree with major course work in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, or other related social sciences* field, and Licensed in the State of Texas as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor - Intern (LCDC-I) and working towards LCDC licensure. No experience required. ORAssociate's, Bachelor's, or Master's Degree, with an unrelated major, and Licensed in the State of Texas as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor - Intern (LCDC-I) and working towards LCDC licensure, and One (1) year of full-time wage-earning experience providing chemical dependency treatment services in a licensed capacity. Requirements for Substance Abuse Counselor II:Associate's or Bachelor's degree with major course work in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, or other related social sciences* field, and Licensed in the State of Texas as one of the following:Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), or Licensed Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) based on another qualifying licensure (Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker under a TSBSWEs approved clinical supervision plan, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Physician, Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN), or Advanced Practice Nurse recognized by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner with a specialty in psych-mental health (APN-P/MH). ANDOne (1) year of full-time wage-earning experience providing chemical dependency treatment services, in a licensed capacity. ORMaster's or Doctoral degree with major course work in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, or other related social sciences* field, and Licensed in the State of Texas as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor - Intern (LCDC-I) and working towards LCDC licensure. No experience required. ORAssociate's, Bachelor's, or Master's Degree, with an unrelated major, and Licensed in the State of Texas as one of the following:Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), or Licensed Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) based on another qualifying licensure (Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker under a TSBSWEs approved clinical supervision plan, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Physician, Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN), or Advanced Practice Nurse recognized by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner with a specialty in psych-mental health (APN-P/MH). ANDTwo (2) years of full-time wage-earning experience providing chemical dependency treatment services in a licensed capacity. Requirements for Substance Abuse Counselor III:Associate's or Bachelor's degree with major course work in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, or other related social sciences* field, and Licensed in the State of Texas as one of the following:Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), or Licensed Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) based on another qualifying licensure (Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker under a TSBSWEs approved clinical supervision plan, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Physician, Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN), or Advanced Practice Nurse recognized by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner with a specialty in psych-mental health (APN-P/MH). ANDThree (3) years of full-time wage-earning experience providing chemical dependency treatment services. ORMaster's or Doctoral degree with major course work in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, or other related social sciences* field, and Licensed in the State of Texas as one of the following:Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), or Licensed Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) based on another qualifying licensure (Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker under a TSBSWEs approved clinical supervision plan, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Physician, Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN), or Advanced Practice Nurse recognized by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner with a specialty in psych-mental health (APN-P/MH). ORAssociate's, Bachelor's, or Master's Degree, with an unrelated major, and Licensed in the State of Texas as one of the following:Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), or Licensed Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) based on another qualifying licensure (Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker under a TSBSWEs approved clinical supervision plan, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Physician, Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN), or Advanced Practice Nurse recognized by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner with a specialty in psych-mental health (APN-P/MH). ANDFour (4) years of full-time wage-earning experience providing chemical dependency treatment services in a licensed capacity. The following applies to Substance Abuse Counselor I, II, and III:Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution. Requirements:Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be in good standing with the licensing agency. Preferred:Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams. Experience in AOD programs within a correctional setting. Experience providing AOD services to adolescents. Experience and Education Substitutions:Pro-rated part-time experience may satisfy the experience requirements. * Social Science degrees include: Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice, Education (or education certification). Pre-employment conditions require acceptable results from mandatory:pre-employment drug test;finger printing, criminal records check, and TB testing;Fitness-for-Duty Assessment which may include both physical and behavior evaluations. Requirements for Continued Employment: Failure to obtain LCDC license and maintain required license will result in termination of employment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSThe following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. AnalyzingAbility to communicate effectively, orally and in writing Ability to see Ability to hear (with or without aid) Ability to perform tactile discernment Identify colors Depth perception Operate motor equipment Lifting up to 25 lbs. Carrying up to 25 lbs. Restraining combative youth Climbing stairs Climbing ladders PullingPushingRepeated bending Reaching above shoulder WalkingStandingSittingTwistingKneelingStoopingFinger/manual dexterity Dual simultaneous grasping KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESKnowledge of:Chemical dependency and alcoholism, addiction, co-dependency, and related disorders. Counseling techniques. Recovery processes. Community resources. Case management principles, objectives, standards, and methods. AOD program policies and procedures. Adolescent behavior and counseling and guidance techniques. Skill in:Interviewing, in listening, and in counseling clients and patients. Acting quickly in emergencies. Using a computer and applicable software. Maintaining accurate records and files. Ability to:Screen, evaluate, counsel, and instruct clients. Implement rehabilitative and chemical dependency treatment programs. Assess youth needs. Coordinate client services. Monitor program effectiveness. Maintain written files and records. Prepare reports. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Organize workloads and set priorities to carry out assigned tasks. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. And willingness to physically restrain youth in the appropriate manner. Gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor. Work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, different shift patterns, be on-call, and travel occasionally. VETERANSIn order to receive veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application. Go to ************************** com/, ************ onetonline. org/, or *********** careeronestop. org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets. Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Social Services MOS Codes. SPONSORSHIPCandidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONIf you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (************** taleo. net/careersection/ex/jobsearch. ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions. Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
    $28k-47k yearly est. Auto-Apply 1h ago
  • On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T0802)

    Target 4.5company rating

    Advocate job in Harlingen, TX

    Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $15.00 USD per hour Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here. (*********************************** **ALL ABOUT ON DEMAND** You can work as much or as little as you like as an On-Demand Team Member (TM) and your schedule may vary depending on shift availability and store needs. This role is ideal for those that are looking for a personalized work schedule. As an On-Demand TM, you will not be included on the posted weekly schedule, but rather will have the opportunity to create your own schedule by picking up shifts posted by leaders or other team members (via our my Time mobile scheduling app) that work best with your schedule. When you choose to pick up a shift, reliable and prompt attendance is necessary. We also ask for your active engagement by picking up and working shifts once every 4 weeks (minimum of four hours). Flexibility can be granted in certain circumstances, but you need to respond to our attempts to contact you to confirm your interest in working shifts at Target. If you do not respond to our attempts at contact, your employment may be terminated. Additionally, if you do not work at least one shift within 5 months, your employment with Target will be administratively terminated. Your communication and ability to work when our business demands it most are critical to your success in this role. Should you be offered a position as an On-Demand TM, you will be required to attend a Target Welcome orientation and commit to a short-term structured training schedule to ensure you are properly prepared for your new role. After that, the my Time mobile scheduling app is where you can pick up the shifts you desire to work. **ALL ABOUT SERVICE & ENGAGEMENT** Advocates of guest experience who welcome, thank, and exceed guest service expectations by focusing on guest interaction, loyalty enrollment and store cleanliness. Advocates of both in-store and digital services and solutions who are knowledgeable about capabilities and features that drive adoption, usage and ultimately guest loyalty. Empowered to make shopping quick and easy for guests at the checklanes, guest services, gift registry, pick-up and drive up while ensuring exceptional quality. **At Target** **,** **we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Guest Advocate can provide you with the** **skills and** **experi** **e** **nce** **of** **:** + Communicating and interacting with guests to build an inclusive guest experience + Blending problem solving and decision making to positively impact the guest experience and resolve guest concerns + Adapting to different guest interactions and situations + Promoting and engaging around various benefits, offerings and services **As a Guest Advocate, no two days** **are ever the same, but a typical day will** **most likely include** **the following responsibilities:** + Demonstrate a service culture that prioritizes the guest service experience by delivering the service standard. + Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests as you are completing your daily tasks. + When guests need assistance, engage with guests in a welcoming way, to help solve their specific needs. + Be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store, and specific to your area, to solve issues for the guest and improve their experience. + Thank guests and let them know we're happy they chose to shop at Target. + Scan and bag all guest items efficiently, accurately and in compliance with food safety standards and company best practices. + Work efficiently to minimize guest wait time while maintaining guest service and accuracy. + Make the guest aware of current and upcoming brand launches, store activities and events. + Know and speak to the benefits of Target Loyalty programs with every guest and assist with application or sign-up as needed. Be familiar with all fulfillment services, and know how to direct the guest to enroll, activate and use them. + Understand and show guests how to use Wallet and the other features and offerings within the Target App. + Attempt every return and follow register prompts, partnering with immediate leaders as needed to help solve for the guest while following Target's policies and procedures. + Partner with leaders as needed to de-escalate any situations and recover the guest shopping experience while following Target's policies and procedures. + Deliver easy andaccurate service to all Order Pick Up, Drive Up, and Registry guests. + Maintain a clean, clutter free work area (including gathering abandoned items, baskets, and hangers). + Stock supplies during store open hours while being available for the guest. + Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance. + Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies,best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible. + Support guest services such as order pick up (OPU), Drive-up (DU) Orders, DU Returns and maintain a compliance culture while executing those duties, such as compliance with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws. + Support Cash Office processes as needed, including management of cash systems. + All other duties based on business needs **WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR** **This m** **ay** **be the right job for you if:** + You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with. + You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key to success. + You are open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times). **The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you ever** **y** **thing you need to know to be a** **Guest** **Advocate.** **But** **,** **there are a few** **skills** **you should have from the get-go:** + Communicating effectively, including using positive language and attentive to guests needs + Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes. + Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members + Attention to detail while multi-tasking + Willing to educate guests and engage around products and services + Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed. + Work both independently and with a team **We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:** + Accurately handle cash register operations,cash transactions,and support cash office operations as needed + Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving product up to 10 poundsand occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance from others. + Flexibility when picking up shifts (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) to help meet store needs + Active engagement by picking up and working shiftsas well as responding to our attempts at contact. You must work at least one shift within 5months or you will be administratively terminated. + Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc. + Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary). Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at ********************************************* . **Benefits Eligibility** Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: ********************************* | Pegue esta URL en su navegador preferido para obtener información sobre la elegibilidad de este puesto para recibir beneficios: ********************************* **Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)** In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel. Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no application deadline. Las solicitudes para este puesto se aceptan de forma continua y no hay fecha límite de solicitud.
    $15 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Local home daily

    10-4 Truck Recruiting

    Advocate job in Brownsville, TX

    Class A CDL Solo Truck Driver - RECENT GRADUATES OK! *****Please read to make sure you qualify :) Average $1500.00+ Weekly Monthly Performance bonuses Tuition Reimbursement program 2 WEEKS OUT-2 DAYS HOME- OTR and Regional positions available Gain 3 months of experience and transfer to local No touch freight Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit Great Benefits Great pay! You can take your truck home REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 21 Years of Age No experience necessary-WILL TRAIN. Must have a valid CDL No Sap drivers Clean criminal background No more than 2 MV's in the last 2 years No 15 mph over speeding tickets in the last 12 months No year long gaps of unemployment in the last 7 years unless in school-self employment has to be verifiable Can't be terminated from the last trucking position Must be able to pass a hair test No DUI/DWI BENEFITS: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid orientation Paid toll fees Paid training Referral program Vision insurance Newer Freightliner-Double beds-refrigerators- No cameras on driver Pet and passenger friendly 100's of terminals across the US Language: English (Required) License/Certification: CDL A (Required) APPLY TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS-Please be prepared to complete a short 5 minute application upon contact. :)
    $1.5k weekly 60d+ ago
  • Counselor Pool (All Levels) 2025-2026

    Brownsville Independent School District (Tx 4.1company rating

    Advocate job in Brownsville, TX

    * MUST UPLOAD UPDATED RESUME* * ONE YEAR ASSIGNMENT* REQUIRED: * Master's Degree; * Valid Texas Counselor's Certificate; * Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate. * Three (3) years teaching experience. The role of the Counselor is to counsel and provide related services which help students acquire skills in the social, personal, educational, and career areas that are necessary for living in a multi-cultural society. The counselor is to provide information through group guidance that contributes to the development of effective learning environments through students' advocacy and through consulting with others which are consistent with Board Policy and with statutes and standards of regulatory agencies. The counselor is responsible for contributing to the educational program as a whole and to the growth of each student. Days: Elementary Counselor - 196 Middle School Counselor - 201 High School Counselor - 205
    $58k-68k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Assistant CNO FT Behavioral

    Universal Health Services 4.4company rating

    Advocate job in Edinburg, TX

    Responsibilities Under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), this position supports the integration, coordination and direction of nursing and patient care within the overall operation of the hospital. Assists Chief Nursing Officer in ensuring the provision of the level of care required by current medical and nursing standards. Acts as CNO, when needed. Supports nursing and patient care to ensure that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective health care is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of South Texas Heath System and in accordance with government regulation, licensing and accreditation requirements. The ACNO participates in the hospital's strategic planning and contributes to the achievement of institutional goals and objectives. The ACNO promotes a culture of Service Excellence with all customer groups. Provides day to day operational oversight for assigned departments. Implements strategy of the CEO, COO, CNO and corporation. Manages assigned departments efficiently and effectively to maximize quality of services and profits of the hospital. Assists with service line and business development activities in the assigned areas of responsibility. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: 1. 3-5 or more years of progressive nursing management experience in an acute care or Behavioral Health care setting. 2. Must be detail oriented and able to focus on nuances of multiple hospital operations. 3. Demonstrated working knowledge of nursing clinical practices and management within the hospital setting. 4. Extensive knowledge of principles and practices relevant to nursing and patient care activities. Must be detail oriented and able to focus on nuances of multiple hospital operations. 5. Demonstrated knowledge of effective management and supervisory practices. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills. 6. Effective communication skills with diverse groups, including physicians, managers, and employees is required. 7. Knowledge of the financial implications of decisions including budgeting and forecasting for a limited number of departments and/or projects is required. 8. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer. EDUCATION / LICENSURE: BSN degree required, MSN preferred. Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Notice At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: ************************* or **************. Authorized by Corporate Human Resources
    $30k-41k yearly est. 38d ago
  • Counselor/Social Worker Intern Spring 2026 - UTRGV

    Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District (Tx

    Advocate job in Harlingen, TX

    Counselor/Social Worker Intern - UTRGV Additional Information: Show/Hide Counselor/Social Worker-UTRGV QUALIFICATIONS: * Selected for HCISD UTRGV Intern for Counselor and Social Worker
    $26k-36k yearly est. 22d ago
  • Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T0802)

    Target 4.5company rating

    Advocate job in Harlingen, TX

    Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $15.00 USD per hour Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here. (*********************************** **ALL ABOUT SERVICE & ENGAGEMENT** Advocates of guest experience who welcome, thank, and exceed guest service expectations by focusing on guest interaction, loyalty enrollment and store cleanliness. Advocates of both in-store and digital services and solutions who are knowledgeable about capabilities and features that drive adoption, usage and ultimately guest loyalty. Empowered to make shopping quick and easy for guests at the checklanes, guest services, gift registry, pick-up and drive up while ensuring exceptional quality. **At Target** **,** **we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Guest Advocate can provide you with the** **ski** **l** **ls and experience of** **:** + Communicating and interacting with guests to build anwelcoming guest experience + Blending problem solving and decision making to positively impact the guest experience and resolve guest concerns + Adapting to different guest interactions and situations + Promoting and engaging around various benefits, offerings and services **As** **a** **Guest** **Advocate,** **no two days** **are ever the same, but a typical day will** **most likely include** **the following responsibilities:** + Demonstrate a service culture that prioritizes the guest service experience by delivering the service standard + Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests as you are completing your daily tasks. + When guests need assistance, engage with guests in a welcoming way, to help solve their specific needs. + Make the guest aware of current promos. store activities and events. + Be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store, and specific to your area, to solve issues for the guest and improve their experience. + Thank guests and let them know we're happy they chose to shop at Target. + Know and speak to the benefits of Target Loyalty programs with every guest and assist with application or sign-up as needed. + Scan and bag all guest items efficiently, accurately and in compliance with food safety standards and company best practices. + Work efficiently to minimize guest wait time while maintaining guest service and accuracy. + Understand and show guests how to use the features and offerings within the Target App including Wallet. + Be familiar with Order Pick-Up, Drive Up and online ordering, and know how to direct the guest to enroll, activate and use these features. + Attempt every return and follow register prompts;partnerwith immediate Leaders as needed to help solve for the guestwhile following Target's policies and procedures. + Maintain a clean, clutter free work areaby gatheringunpurchased items, baskets, and hangers for removal. + Stock supplies during store open hours while being available for the guest. + Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance. + Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies,best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible. + Support guest services such as order pick up (OPU), Drive-up (DU) Orders, DU Returns and maintain a compliance culture while executing those duties, such as compliance with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws. + All other duties based on business needs **WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR** **This m** **ay** **be the right job for you if:** + You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with. + You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key to success. + You are open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times). **The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you ever** **y** **thing you need to know to be a** **Guest** **Advocate.** **But** **,** **there are a few** **skills** **you** **should have from the get-go:** + Communicating effectively, including using positive language and attentive to guests needs + Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members + Attention to detail while prioritizing tasks + Willing to educate guests and engage around products and services + Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed. + Work both independently and with a team + Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes **We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:** + Accurately handlecheckout operations, transactions,and support cash office operations as needed + Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving product up to 10 poundsand occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance from others. + Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); reliable and prompt attendance necessary. + Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary). + Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at ********************************************* . **Benefits Eligibility** Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: ********************************* | Pegue esta URL en su navegador preferido para obtener información sobre la elegibilidad de este puesto para recibir beneficios: ********************************* **Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)** In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel. Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no application deadline. Las solicitudes para este puesto se aceptan de forma continua y no hay fecha límite de solicitud.
    $15 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Student Worker Pool 2025-2026

    Brownsville Independent School District 4.1company rating

    Advocate job in Brownsville, TX

    REQUIRED: Must be a Current Brownsville Independent School District student in good standing. PREFERRED: Ability to operate a micro-computer and standard office equipment; competent clerical skills, excellent telephone and communications skills. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: Greets all visitors in a friendly manner and assists them with their needs. Answers telephone, takes accurate and reliable messages, routes them to appropriate staff. Schedules appointments as requested. Accurately writes, types, or enters information into computer to prepare correspondence or documents as requested; copies information from one record to another. Files correspondence and makes copies as necessary. Assists in maintaining records and files as assigned. Retrieves records as needed; extracts files and/or information as authorized, keeps record of material removed, and ensures that documents are returned to file in proper order. Stamps, sorts and distributes incoming mail; prepares outgoing mail, addresses envelopes or packages. Maintains inventory of departmental forms and supplies. Proofreads records or forms; counts, weighs, or measures material. Prepares material for distribution to staff members as instructed by supervisor; prepares materials to be distributed with ample time. Accurately repares/types necessary reports and/or forms as required and submits them on time. Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties. Maintains confidentiality. Maintains a high level of ethical behavior as is expected of all District employees. Maintains professional growth by attending in-service and meetings as requested/required. Performs any other duties as assigned.
    $20k-25k yearly est. 60d+ ago

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How much does an advocate earn in Brownsville, TX?

The average advocate in Brownsville, TX earns between $28,000 and $66,000 annually. This compares to the national average advocate range of $26,000 to $58,000.

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What are the biggest employers of Advocates in Brownsville, TX?

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