The Records Technician must be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas:
„X Must manage the day-to-day auditing operations of auditing clinical records for state, federal regulation and standard billing practices. Develops and periodically tests unannounced survey response plan for each facility/program accredited.
„X Collaboration/Networking: Develops and maintains professional networking relationships with all clinical and finance staff.
„X Consultation: Maintains current knowledge and expertise in billing Medicaid or third party pays, and CARF compliance standards for each of the programs accredited in Behavioral Health Standards. Actively consults with managers and staff on implementation strategies and compliance readiness of clinical records. Conducts regular audit traces and provides timely feedback to leadership regarding issues.
„X Quality Improvement: Works collaboratively with program administration, departments and teams to develop and implement corrective actions and action plans to support regulatory compliance. Performance is measured, monitored, reported and communicated to team members.
„X Performs other related duties as required.
Responsibilities of the Records Technician includes:
„X The Records Technician normally works with minimal day-to-day supervision and may solicit professional assistance in area of responsibility from the Director of Compliance as necessary.
„X The Records Technician is to ensure that auditing of clinical services is delivered in the area of responsibility according to the best professional and ethical standards.
„X The work is focused on audit clinical records for compliance with standardized billing standards and requires the application of complex and technical practices and procedure.
Position Description:
The Outreach and Political Director responsibilities will include working with member groups on administrative and priority campaign issues; monitoring, reporting and implementation around campaign activities; and other duties as they relate to advancing conservation in Alaska. The Development Director will work closely with and report to the Executive Director
Duties and Responsibilities of the Outreach and Political Director:
• Coordinate dues payment and membership services for member groups and in coordination with the Executive Director solicit new member groups.
• Work with member groups and allies on key conservation issue campaigns such as the Crossroads Campaign.
• Monitor and engage on electrical co-op utility elections.
• In coordination with other staff ensure that the Annual General Meeting, End of Session Meeting and Legislative Fly-In are well attended and meaningful to the membership.
• Facilitate Issues Policy Council (IPC) meetings.
• Assist the Executive Director in ensuring that the conservation community is well informed and comes together to identify priorities and issue campaigns.
• With the Executive Director, work to design, implement and interpret polling data.
• Direct and coordinate all list enhancement activities.
• Maintain and improve the green voter lists.
• Ensure that the ACV Board of Directors is adequately informed to make strategic endorsements of gubernatorial, legislative and municipal candidates.
• Implement the endorsement and PAF decisions made by the ACV Board of Directors including door-to-door outreach, phone outreach, direct mail and other forms of voter contact.
• Monitor elections and results.
• Professionally and competently represent ACA and ACV in public forums.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Qualifications:
Applicants should possess:
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal and the ability to interact with diverse coalitions.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Relevant grassroots and coalition campaign experience.
• Relevant political campaign experience.
• High level of energy, enthusiasm, initiative and entrepreneurship.
• Track record of developing creative fundraising strategies, persistent follow-up and thinking “outside the box.”
• Familiarity with current software applications including the MS office suit.
• Four-year college degree or equivalent work experience required. A Bachelor’s degree with an advanced degree in relevant field desirable.
• Media and polling sampling experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Alaska, history of community involvement and familiarity with the Northwest environmental community a plus.
• Good sense of humor a must!
Compensation:
Salary is $45,000 - $50,000 DOE, plus health, dental and employer retirement contribution after vesting. This is a full-time, exempt position; residency in or around Anchorage is preferred. ACA and ACV are equal opportunity employers. For more information, please visit www.akvoice.org or www.acvoters.org. Position open until filled. To apply, send cover letter, resume, three references and a writing/work product sample to:
Caitlin Higgins, Executive Director
Alaska Conservation Alliance | Alaska Conservation Voters
810 N Street, Suite 203
Anchorage, AK 99501
E-mail: caitlin@akvoice.org
Locations: Numerous locations across the United States and Canada including Anchorage, AK., Baltimore, MD., Los Angeles, CA., San Diego, CA., San Francisco, CA., and San Jose, CA.
Education: No minimum requirement
Salary: $695.00/week and benefits
Reports to: Boycott Director
Description: UNITE HERE is a labor union leading the fight to organize hundreds of thousands of low wage workers – most of them women, many of them African-Americans, Latino and Asian immigrants – in hotels, casinos, industrial laundries, institutional cafeterias, airport concessions, and apparel manufacturing, distribution, and retail facilities throughout North America. Our union is at the forefront of battles for workers rights, immigrants’ rights and living wages. We are looking for passionate and committed people who want to become full-time union boycott organizers.
Additional Qualifications:
- Applicants must be willing and able to relocate and/or travel to appropriate work sites.
- Must have passion for low-wage and other worker struggles
- Must have previous activist experience – boycott experience a plus.
- Must be assertive and have excellent language, writing and computer skills.
Duties Include (but are not limited to):
- Researching hotel clients
- Developing and carrying out strategy to move clients from hotels that are driving down industry standards
- Recruiting/developing/maintaining volunteer committees
- Working with community and labor allies
- Coordinating actions such as leafleting, delegations and marches
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Master’s degree with major study in social work or a closely related field and one year experience in the care and treatment of children; or, a bachelor’s degree with a major study in social work, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field and two years’ experience in the care and treatment of children
• Knowledge of mental health, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis treatment philosophies and modalities required.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local residential child care facility, mental health, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis statutes and regulations; community resources; and social service programs.
• Experience in grant writing and budget preparation.
• Demonstrated appropriate decision making skills without direct supervision at all times.
• Demonstrated skill in communication with the mentally ill, disabled, and those who use English as a second language.
• Demonstrated accomplishment of program goals.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively.
• Knowledge of computers, data entry, word processing, and spreadsheet
• Ability to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and support personnel.
• Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing personnel administration and government funding.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures that are necessary to maintain a sound organization.
• Willing to work more than 40 hours per week as needed.
• Must possess a valid Alaska driver’s license and have access to an automobile for use on the job.
• Willing to submit to and ability to “pass” a criminal background check.
An application and resume must be submitted to The Salvation Army, Human Resources Dept., 143 E 9th Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99501.
Help People With Disabilities Achieve Their Hopes and Dreams!
Are you a good listener? Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills?
ASSETS, INC. offers you the opportunity to come on board as a full time Service Planner.
In this unique role you will be able to build strong relationships with individuals experiencing disabilities, listen to their hopes and dreams, gather input from the individuals’ treatment team, evaluate effectiveness of services, and last but not least, develop a meaningful and well-written Individual Service Plan. Help people with disabilities fulfill their life goals!
Min. Requirements:High School Diploma or GED required.
Associate Degree (A.A.) in human services or related field; OR two (2) years experience in the human services field (case management, direct services, etc.); OR equivalent combination of education/training and experience.
Must have an insured vehicle and current Alaska driver’s license (with no or low points) or reliable transportation. Must be able to pass a criminal background check under the state regulations.
Min. Qualifications: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. AA degree in Human Services or related field is preferred; six (6) months of experience working with individuals experiencing developmental disabilities or mental illness and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requirements: Requirements: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.Previous experience working with individuals experiencing developmental disabilities or mental illnesses or related training is strongly preferred. Must have an insured vehicle and current Alaska driver’s license (with no or low points). Must be able to pass a criminal background check under state regulations. Must provide copy of driving record, proof of insurance and proof of educational credentials (if applicable) at time of hire.
The payrate is $11.50/hr + DOE
GREAT BENEFITS!!!
OUR COMPETITIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES: GENEROUS LEAVE POLICY, 12 PAID HOLIDAYS PER YEAR, 401(K) PLAN WITH EMPLOYER MATCH, EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT AND EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION COVERAGE AVAILABLE FOR FULL TIME STAFF EMPLOYEES.
People with and without disabilities are encouraged to apply!
For additional information on these positions, please visit our website at www.assetsinc.org or stop by Assets’ main office located at 2330 Nichols St., Anchorage, AK 99508. AA/EOE.
Assets, Inc., is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY?
Become a Direct Support Professional and work with people with disabilities. Help people with disabilities live satisfying independent lives.
LIFE COACH I (FT & PT) provides daily supports and guidance to served individuals including teaching new living & social skills, building security, community inclusion and crisis intervention.
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess and maintain a current AK Driver's License and insured vehicle. Must be able to pass a criminal background check under state regulations.
Multiple Positions Available!! Apply Today!!
Great benefits!
Applications may be submitted online at www.assetsinc.org or at our main office located at 2330 Nichols Street, Anchorage, AK 99508 during the hours of 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Please reference Life Coach I job #294/6190/GEN. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications listed in this posting.
Assets, Incorporated accepts applications only for those positions currently listed, and only recognizes applicants as those who have completed an Assets, Inc. application form. Resumes are not accepted as applications.
Assets, Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A/A
Responsibilities include:
This position performs hands-on janitorial duties along with supervision and quality control at the contract site.Assists in ensuring efficient operation of the work site, ensure employees remain on task, fulfill their work requirements and are provided adequate support. Provide on-the-job training to employees (proper use of equipment, safe use of chemicals, contract quality standards).
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED; 6-12 months janitorial experience required, supervisory experience preferred. Must have general knowledge of operation and maintenance of related equipment and use of various chemicals used in janitorial work. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Strong communication and problem solving skills. Must be able to work with individuals with mental illnesses or developmental disabilities. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must pass criminal background check.
Requirements: Valid AK driver's license and insured vehicle.
People with and without disabilities are encouraged to apply!
For additional information on these positions or to apply, please visit our website at www.assetsinc.org or stop by Assets’ main office located at 2330 Nichols St., Anch., AK 99508. AA/EOE.
GREAT BENEFITS!!!
OUR COMPETITIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES: GENEROUS LEAVE POLICY, 12 PAID HOLIDAYS PER YEAR, 401(K) PLAN WITH EMPLOYER MATCH, EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT AND EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION COVERAGE AVAILABLE FOR FULL TIME STAFF EMPLOYEES.
Personal: Demonstrated dependability, maturity, and initiative and the ability to work with a minimum of supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to maintain project/guest/agency confidentiality. Ability to accept supervision and work with community social service workers, partners and other agencies cooperatively. Flexibility to deal effectively with a variety of people, situations, problems and challenges. Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Experience/Education: Minimum of two years experience with the homeless population as a social service provider and knowledge of Anchorage area social services agencies is helpful. Must have the ability to be a leader in managing projects, have planning and process improvement experience, an understanding of the service provider's missions and organizational processes and have a high degree of creativity. An Associates degree or Bachelors degree in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling or related field preferred; or equivalent work experience.
Experience/Skills: Must be computer literate in Word, Excel and have some IT knowledge. Ability to gather information/data accurately and generate reports. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Public relations, marketing, research and business development skills necessary. Having worked with the faith-based, housing and mental health communities a plus.
Other Requirements: Must have valid AK driver's license.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientations. Additional training as appropriate.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop and maintain the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) reporting system as it pertains to the Beyond Shelter Project capturing accurate data of individuals placed in temporary to permanent housing. Implementing real-time as well as monthly, quarterly and annual reports to provide accurate data for all partnerships and funding sources.
2. Responsible for planning and effectively coordinating outreach projects in the community and building new community partnerships especially those in the faith-based community. Generating donations from these groups to utilize the grant money that is available for matching donations.
3. Assist in overall development of the emerging system. Working closely with the current case managers and other staff as well as conducting business development by adding more partners to the mobile case management pool.
4. Research successful national homeless projects to determine best practices and develop innovative solutions to enhance the homeless system in the Anchorage community.
5. Promote the project throughout the community through oral and written communications, marketing, education and awareness.
6. Research and coordinate the efforts of existing agencies in housing families within the community. Organize discussion of additional action plans and follow through to implementation.
7. Other duties as assigned by Beyond Shelter and/or NeighborWorks® Anchorage Executive Director.
Report requirements:
AHFC Quarterly Report for each program consisting of the following will be completed by the beginning of the third week of the month following the quarter's end (October, January, April and July).
Coming Home I Quarterly Report:
1) AHFC Program Narrative provided by the Program Manager
2) AHFC Quarterly Financial Report and Funds Disbursement Request, completed by AHI Accounting
3) Originals of these reports will be submitted to AHFC by 25th of each reporting month and copies will be retained in the AHI files.
Coming Home II Quarterly Report:
1) AHFC Program Narrative Report completed by the Program Manager
2) AHFC Rent Roll Report completed by the Program Manager
3) AHFC Grant Match Report completed by the Program Manager
4) AHFC Quarterly Financial Report and Funds Disbursement Request, completed by AHI Accounting
5) Originals of these reports will be submitted to AHFC by the 25th of each reporting month and copies will be retained in the AHI files.
Annual Progress Reports (APRs) will be completed on an annual basis for both programs.
Coming Home I APR:
1) The report will be completed within 90 days of the end of the AHI fiscal year (June 30)
2) One original will be provided to the local HUD office
3) One copy will be sent to HUD Headquarters in Washington, DC
4) One copy will be provided to AHFC, and
5) A copy will be kept in the AHI files
Coming Home II APR:
1) The report will be completed within 45 days of the end of the AHI fiscal year (June 30)
2) One original will be provided to AHFC
3) A copy will be kept in the AHI files
ServicePoint: Program Manager will be responsible for entering basic data on both programs into the Homeless Data Management Information System (HIMS) ServicePoint on a regular basis and will keep the client data current at all times.
• Provides community based behavioral health services as a primary worker with clients.
• Demonstrates complete familiarity with a client service plans and targeted goals.
• Transports, via private or agency vehicle, client’s to/from home, school, the agency, and community settings as it is part of their treatment
program
• Participates in treatment team meeting to develop and review client’s goals.
• Actively works towards developing and maintaining a therapeutic relationship with client’s and their families.
• Teaches and model behavior and life skills.
• Deescalates angry clients and engages them in less volatile behaviors.
• Documents daily progress notes into Harmony within 72 hours per agency policy.
• Follows mandatory reporting laws with any and all incidents of harm within 24 hours.
• Ensures client confidentiality as prescribed by agency policy and federal law.
• Actively seeks clinical and administrative direction.
• Understands and complies with all agency policy and procedures, plans, program requirements and protocol.
• Perform other duties as assigned
Measurement:
• Implement the client’s treatment plans through established goals. Adequate performance is determined by timely and quality client notes, billable
time spent with client, and client performance.
• Related agencies, such as the school district, are positive about the performance of the assigned Behavioral Health Associate
• Complete all agency training requirements.
• Performance on essential functions as listed above.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist clients with other services as determined by the treatments team, i.e. vocational, recreational activities, etc.
• Attend and participate in meetings, committees and trainings as assigned.
• Demonstrates effective problem solving and active listening.
• Read and act in a timely manner on items in paper and electronic mailboxes.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintain a positive, professional relationship in the community, i.e. schools, recreational centers, and other offsite activities.
• Follow program and protocol of all Denali Family Services programs.
• Assist Case Managers with case management services as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience working with children and adolescents. At least 21 years of age due to state licensing requirements.
Substitution: College level course work in human services, psychology, social work, or a closely related field may substitute for the required experience (3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equals 1 month of experience).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to maintain positive professional working relationships and to work effectively within a team environment.
• Organized, efficient, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Good written communication skills, including the ability to accurately document events and provide detailed records for clients.
• Ability to ensure client and employee confidentiality as prescribed by agency policy and federal law
• Proficient with basic operations in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Ability to act decisively and with fairness.
• Ability to read, speak and write in English
• Ability to pass a State and FBI background check in accordance with the State of Alaska Background Checking Unit.
• Ability to complete all training requirements for within the prescribed times.
• Ability to work with a variety of client’s with mental health issues and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of client’s in various settings
• Ability to develop sound clinical and therapeutic skills
• Ability to learn and utilized the Harmony database system
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply all agency protocol, policy, procedure, plans and program requirements.
Physical Requirements: Ability to perform sedentary work as well as to be engaged in physical exercise with client’s such as running, walking, hiking, etc.. Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Visual acuity necessary to utilize a computer monitor throughout the course of a normal workday. Ability to perform repetitive keyboarding activities and operate general office equipment. Ability to communicate verbally, both in person and over the telephone. Ability to wrap arms around and hold a person. Ability to twist and bend frequently. Must have visual and hearing acuity.
Working Conditions: Work is performed at the Denali Family Services office, in schools, in homes and in the community.
Other Requirements: Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification, continual proof of a valid Alaska Driver’s License, maintain current personal vehicle insurance and registration on personal vehicle(s) used for company business, maintain a violation free driving record for the past 1 year, and maintain satisfactory criminal background record.
FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME POSITIONS ONLY. APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. VISIT WWW.DENALIFS.ORG TO DOWNLOAD OR CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 222-2313 OR 222-2350
This position is responsible for observing policies, procedures and safeguards to protect the privacy of health information in compliance with the HIPAA Privacy (Privacy Rule).
Essential Functions of the Position:
• Assist the Clinical Director in providing program management to the Clinical programs including, but not limited to, developing, implementing, and updating program policies and procedures; maintaining familiarity with governing statutes and regulations; and keeping current on external program trends and innovations.
• Provide both administrative and clinical supervision to assigned Clinicians through applying corrective action, arranging and/or delivering training and case supervision, assigning work, and program management.
• Provide clinical interventions as needed, and document these in the client(s) record.
• Perform ongoing audits and approvals of assessments, service plans and progress notes for supervisees.
• Identify chart or service deficiencies and assist program staff with corrections or performance improvement training.
• Monitor assigned Clinicians’ productivity and performance in collaboration with team members.
• Supervise student internships, when applicable.
• Participate in the administrative on call.
• Supervise the Clinical Services Department in the absence of the Clinical Services Director.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
• Chair required program meetings
• Collaborate with external agencies for program concerns.
• Attend and participate in meetings, committees and trainings as assigned.
• Coordinate with the Senior Management Team
• Ensure agency compliance with external regulatory requirements.
• Produce requested reports from program data.
Position Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, human services, psychology, or a closely related field. Two (2) years of experience in child protection/welfare, foster care, or other similar out of home care environments, with one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.
Licensure: State of Alaska Professional License, with the ability to supervise staff for licensure or must have finished clinical hours and be in the final process of taking the licensing exam.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to positively influence others to achieve goals and objectives.
• Ability to align a team with the organization’s mission and achieve established goals and objectives.
• Ability to train, evaluate and supervise employees.
• Ability to develop budgets, monitor expenditures, review and understand financial reports,
• Ability to research and interpret state and federal statutes and regulations.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, sound clinical and therapeutic skills and the ability to accurately document events, provide detailed records for consumers and work with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Organized, efficient, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and good written communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications
• Knowledge and understanding all agency protocol, policy, procedure, plans program requirements.
• Ability to read, speak and write in English Ability to pass a State and FBI background check in accordance with the State of Alaska Background Checking Unit.
Physical Requirements: Ability to use a computer and operate general office equipment. Ability to communicate verbally.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a community mental health center.
Other Requirements: Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and maintain satisfactory criminal background record.
For a complete job description or more information call the church office 907-277-1622, write to 1420 Cordova Street, Anchorage, 99501, or go the website www.centluth.org/yfm.pdf.
Key Competencies and Qualifications:
1.Associates degree required, BA degree preferred, in business, communication, administration, or related field.
2.Strong computer/data entry and management skills including strong knowledge and experience working with Excel
3.Knowledge of early care and education programs and services, policies surrounding early education or related fields of interest, inclusive child care, children’s health and social service programs, issues and programs designed to increase access for families with moderate to low income, community collaboration initiatives.
4.Ability to maintain effective communication with providers, parents, staff and members of the community.
5.Ability to work with a diverse group of staff and clients in a variety of settings.
6.Ability to work with a team of individuals whose primary focus is to increase the quality of child care.
7.Demonstrated proficiency in word processing and database systems.
8.Pass background check conducted by the Municipality of Anchorage.
9.Prior experience with database coordination and reporting.
10.Knowledge of community resources available for parents and child care providers.
11.Alaska Drivers license required
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s in Family Counseling, Psychology, Human Services, Public Health, Social Work, or related field. 2 years Medicaid waiver experience; two years DD experience. 2 years supervisory experience.
Skills: Ability to facilitate high customer satisfaction within the parameters of the program and system.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
Other Requirements: Valid Alaska State Driver’s license.
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation; 1st aid/CPR; de-escalation techniques; blood borne pathogens.
*For more information please call 222-7300. All applicants must fill out an agency application which can be found at www.cssalaska.org.employment.php.
Minimum Job Qualifications: BS in natural sciences, engineering or related field.
Special requirements: Experience with GPS and GIS. Demonstrated ability to work in a team. Demonstrated computer proficiency. Experience with Word, Excel, Power Point and ArcView. Excellent communication, organizational and writing skills. Detail oriented. Grant writing experience a plus. Great ability and willingness to learn. Knowledge of travel on river year round, boat and snow machine mechanics a plus. Strong integrity and work ethics
Closing Date: November 18th, 2009
Applications: Please send Resume with Cover letter, including references.
TITLE: Shelter Based Case Manager
PROGRAM: Brother Francis Shelter/Anchorage
STATUS: Full-time / hourly / non-exempt
SUPERVISED BY: Case Management Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY: The Case Manager is responsible for client assessment, goal planning and case management for individuals seeking to transition from an emergency shelter setting to independent living.
The Case Manager will assist clients with goal planning and conduct regular goal reviews, provide emotional support, assist in connecting clients with available community resources, and develop and maintain interagency relationships. The Case Manager will maintain a caseload as agreed upon by the case management team, complete documentation of client contacts appropriately and provide monthly statistical information to the Case Management Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Demonstrated dependability, maturity, and initiative. Ability to handle crisis situations with a minimum of supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to maintain program/guest/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Flexibility to deal effectively with a variety of people, situations, problems and changes. Ability to work alone and as part of a team. Ability to set and observe appropriate personal limits and boundaries, especially with respect to shelter guests.
Education/Experience: Bachelors degree in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling or related field. One year experience in human services required.
OR
Relevant experience may be substituted for degree.
Preferred: Knowledge of Alaska Native culture and other minorities; knowledge of community resources and social service providers.
Experience/Skills: Must be computer literate in Word and Excel. Ability to gather information and assess client situation rapidly and accurately. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to write clear, accurate log notes, and complete other paperwork thoroughly and accurately. Ability to accept supervision and work with BFS staff and community social service providers cooperatively.
Other Requirements: Must have valid AK driver's license.
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation; 1st aid/CPR; de-escalation techniques; blood borne pathogens.
TITLE: Shift Supervisor
PROGRAM: Brother Francis Shelter
STATUS: Full-time / hourly / non-exempt
SUPERVISED BY: Program Manager
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the general welfare and safety of all shelter guests and monitors during shift. This position is also responsible for the supervision of up to eight (8) persons.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Must have demonstrated maturity, dependability and ability to handle crisis situations with minimum supervision. Must be able to maintain program/guest/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Must be able to cover any shift. Ability to relate to other employees, guests and general public. Flexibility to deal effectively with a variety of people, situations, problems and changes. Serve as a role model for subordinates and encourage productivity by actions.
Education/Experience: High school diploma
OR
GED or willingness to obtain. Life experience may be substituted.
Preferred: Two years work experience, involvement with, and/or knowledge of, the homeless population. Prior supervisory experience beneficial.
Skills: Ability to set and observe appropriate personal limits and boundaries, especially with respect to shelter guests. Must be able to receive direction and supervision from Shelter Manager. Ability to complete paperwork thoroughly and accurately. Must posses good skills for conflict resolution and be able to insure a positive and harmonious atmosphere in the Shelter. Must be able to act effectively in crowded and stressful situations.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation; 1st aid/CPR; de-escalation techniques; blood borne pathogens.
TITLE: Special Needs Adoption Coordinator
PROGRAM: Pregnancy Support and Adoption Services
SUPERVISED BY: Program Director
STATUS: Hourly /Full-Time
JOB SUMMARY: Position works directly within the scope of the OCS/CSS grant for providing family assessments and home studies for the permanent placement of children in the custody of the state of Alaska.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Must be able to maintain program/guest/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Ability to set and observe appropriate personal limits and boundaries. Must be self-motivated.
Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in social work or related field. Two years experience in the field of child welfare or human services. Knowledge of the legal and emotional issues of adoption and knowledge of the needs and behaviors of children who have experienced abuse and neglect.
Experience/Skills: oriented to detail, possess good written and verbal skills, and excellent communication and collaborative abilities.
Other Requirements: Must have valid AK driver's license.
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation.
TITLE: Community Based Case Manager
PROGRAM: Brother Francis Shelter/Anchorage
(Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services needs an on-call Case Manager)
STATUS: Full-time / hourly / non-exempt
SUPERVISED BY: Case Management Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY: The Case Manager is responsible for client assessment, goal planning and case management for individuals seeking to transition from an emergency shelter setting to independent living, and following such individuals in the community for up to 18 months. Funding for this position targets Alaska Natives, with a special focus on the elderly, chronic homeless.
The Case Manager will assist clients with goal planning and conduct regular goal reviews, provide emotional support, teach independent living skills, assist in connecting clients with available community resources, and develop and maintain interagency relationships. The Case Manager will maintain a caseload as agreed upon by the case management team, complete documentation of client contacts appropriately and provide monthly statistical information to the Case Management Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal Demonstrated dependability, maturity, and initiative; ability to handle crisis situations with a minimum of supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain client confidentiality and treat each individual with respect. Ability to accept supervision and work with BFS staff and community social service workers cooperatively. Flexibility to deal effectively with a variety of people, situations, problems and changes. Ability to work alone and as part of a team. Must be able to maintain program/guest/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect.
Education/Experience: Bachelors degree in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling or related field. Minimum of one year experience with the homeless population as a social service provider.
OR
Relevant experience may be substituted for degree.
Preferred: Knowledge of Alaska Native culture and other minorities; knowledge of community resources and social service providers.
Experience/Skills: Must be computer literate in Word and Excel. Ability to gather information and assess client situation rapidly and accurately. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to write clear, accurate log notes, and complete other paperwork thoroughly and accurately.
Other Requirements: Must have valid AK driver's license
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation; 1st aid/CPR; de-escalation techniques; blood borne pathogens.
TITLE: Direct Care Provider
PROGRAM: Special Needs Services
SUPERVISED BY: Program Manager
STATUS: Part-time- hourly (times vary)
JOB SUMMARY: This position involves general activities necessary for the physical care and behavioral management of individuals experiencing developmental disabilities. Care may be provided at a consumer’s home or an approved provider’s home or out in the community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Must be able to maintain program/guest/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Ability to set and observe appropriate personal limits and boundaries. At least 18 years of age and able to relate well to both children and adults; Demonstrate warmth, insight, interest and respect for persons with disabilities; maintain the ability to cope with emergency situations, e.g. accidents, CPR, seizures, etc. in a calm and efficient manner; have and maintain the ability to carefully follow the program and licensing regulations and procedures; and demonstrate unusual patience and positive attitudes towards persons experiencing developmental disabilities.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent, at least one year experience delivering direct care services either in a classroom, daycare, medical or residential setting, and possess current CPR and First Aide Certificates.
Skills: able to provide accurate documentation and paperwork for all assignments; able to identify and act upon potential needs of consumer and/or family.
Physical Requirements: The ability to lift a minimum of fifty pounds. The ability to perform a two person lift of an individual weighing seventy pounds.
Other Requirements: A minimum of 24 hours of field related training must be obtained each year. The employee must accept 10 hours of assignments per month to maintain employment. The employee must have or obtain training in G-tube feedings, seizures, administration of medications and oxygen. These can be obtained through training videos, workshops and written materials on each subject.
Must have reliable, consistent transportation to work site. If consumer transport is part of job duties, may need own vehicle.
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation; 1st aid/CPR; de-escalation techniques; blood borne pathogens.
TITLE: Pregnancy Support Services Counselor/Special Needs Adoption Coordinator
DEPT/PROGRAM: Pregnancy Support and Adoption Services
SUPERVISED BY: Program Director
STATUS: Full-time/ exempt
JOB SUMMARY: 1) This position is responsible for the delivery of services to pregnant clients, their partners, and/or family including counseling, case management, parenting support, foster care coordination and supervision, adoption planning, community education, referral and advocacy. 2) This position also assists with search and reunification requests. 3) Position is responsible for delivery of services to families adopting through Office of Children’s Services (OCS), including home study, education, home visits and support through the home study period. Position works directly within the scope of the OCS/CSS grant for providing family assessments and home studies for the permanent placement of children in the custody of the state of Alaska.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling or counseling psychology, one year of experience in counseling and working with families, and diverse client base required. Masters preferred. Licensed or eligible for licensing desired. Demonstrates maturity, dependability, creativity, flexibility, and possesses strong organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills required. Ability to work flexible hours due to client needs. Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver's license and adequate automobile insurance. Regular and reliable attendance. Must be willing and able to travel within the state of Alaska including transportation in small airplanes to remote locations. OCS Records Clearance and required state and federal criminal background checks; regular and reliable attendance. Must be able to lift 25 pounds. Meet licensing and accreditation continuing education requirements.
TITLE: Family Support Specialist
PROGRAM: Clare House
SUPERVISED BY: Program Director
JOB SUMMARY: Family Support Specialists perform tasks necessary to ensure a safe, secure, clean and supportive living environment for residents and a safe working environment for staff. This position is an integral part of the casework/house management team and may require supervising the operation of the shelter if needed to work alone. This position requires a unique blend of people skills and willingness to undertake and follow on household projects. Family Support Specialists are responsible for doing client assessments, intakes and discharges.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Demonstrated dependability, maturity and initiative. Ability to handle crisis situations and accomplish tasks assigned with minimal supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to maintain program/resident/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Ability to set and observe appropriate personal limits and boundaries, especially with respect to shelter residents. Ability to relate positively to supervisor, fellow employees and all shelter residents. Flexibility to deal effectively with a variety of people, situations, problems and changes.
Education/Experience: Two years educational background in human services, business administration or related field and one year work experience in human services field required.
OR
Relevant experience may be substituted for degree on a year - by - year basis.
Preferred: Experience in residential programs.
Skills: Ability to gather information and assess client situation rapidly and accurately. Excellent time management skills. Ability to write clearly, correctly spelled, and grammatically correct documentation. Ability to alphabetize files and paperwork as needed, and basic computer knowledge.
Physical Requirements: Ability to climb stairs and to lift maximum of 25 lbs.
(small children/boxes of supplies).
Other Requirements: regular and reliable attendance
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation; 1st aid/CPR; de-escalation techniques; blood borne pathogens.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Must be able to maintain program/guest/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Must be 21 years of age. Ability to set and observe appropriate personal limits and boundaries. Dependability, maturity, and initiative. Flexibility to deal effectively with a variety of people, situations, problems, and changes.
Education/Experience: Educational background in human services, social work, counseling, or related field and one year work experience in human services preferred.
Skills: Ability to handle crisis situations with minimum supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to relate positively to the Program Director, other employees, and teens. Ability to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision. Ability to communicate clearly.
Physical Requirements: Ability to climb stairs and to lift or move up to 20 pounds (boxes of supplies).
Other Requirements: valid AK Drivers License.
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation; 1st aid/CPR; de-escalation techniques; blood borne pathogens.
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
*For more information please call 222-7300. All applicants must fill out an agency application which can be found at www.cssalaska.org.employment.php.
TITLE: Special Needs Adoption Coordinator
PROGRAM: Pregnancy Support and Adoption Services
SUPERVISED BY: Program Director
STATUS: Hourly /Full-Time
JOB SUMMARY: Position works directly within the scope of the OCS/CSS grant for providing family assessments and home studies for the permanent placement of children in the custody of the state of Alaska.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Must be able to maintain program/guest/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Ability to set and observe appropriate personal limits and boundaries. Must be self-motivated.
Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in social work or related field. Two years experience in the field of child welfare or human services. Knowledge of the legal and emotional issues of adoption and knowledge of the needs and behaviors of children who have experienced abuse and neglect.
Experience/Skills: oriented to detail, possess good written and verbal skills, and excellent communication and collaborative abilities.
Other Requirements: Must have valid AK driver's license.
Training Requirements: Agency and department orientation.
TITLE: Care Coordinator
PROGRAM: Special Needs Services
STATUS: Full-time/hourly/non-exempt
SUPERVISED BY: Program Director
JOB SUMMARY: The Care Coordinator is responsible for providing service coordination to qualified Home and Community Based Medicaid Waiver and Grant recipients. This includes developing and updating Plans of Care and Individualized Habilitation Plans, monitoring services in the plan, doing regular visits with the consumer and their families.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Must be able to maintain program/consumer/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Ability to set and observe appropriate professional limits and boundaries. This person should be pleasant and dependable; display strong customer service skills; self-initiating; possess an ability to accept supervision and enjoy working with co-workers, consumers, parents/guardians and other community professionals; provide leadership; be able to direct and perform a variety of activities simultaneously; and be attentive to needs of consumers, providers, families, and the agency.
Education/Experience: Bachelors’ degree in human services field with preferred concentration of study areas related to developmental disabilities and social work. Two years of previous social services work experience with case management responsibilities, including one year in the field of developmental disabilities. Any equivalent combination of related education and experiences may substitute for a degree requirement in addition to the two years of social service work experience required above.
Knowledge: Demonstrated thorough knowledge of community social service agencies and programs. Demonstrated knowledge of behavior management programming and techniques, systematic skills training, and assessment techniques. Demonstrated understanding and ability to apply principles of normalization, least restrictive approach, and service planning. Ability to exercise patience, understanding, and concern for each consumer’s health, growth, safety, and enjoyment of life.
Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with consumers, families, other staff members, personnel of other agencies, and the general public. Ability to write in a clear, accurate, and grammatically correct manner.
Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting or moving of consumer; able to respond quickly and safely in emergency situations which may involve consumer.
Other Requirements: Current adult, child, and infant CPR and First-Aid certifications and annual TB clearance. Must have and maintain valid AK Driver License, reliable transportation, liability insurance, and background checks.
TITLE: Connextions Program Manager
PROGRAM: Special Needs Services
STATUS: Full-Time/ Exempt
SUPERVISED BY: SNS Program Director
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the direct supervision and management of the Eagle River Connextions site. This program provides group dayhab services for young adults with developmental disabilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Personal: Must be able to maintain program/consumer/agency confidentiality, and treat each individual with dignity and respect. Ability to set and observe appropriate professional limits and boundaries. This person should be pleasant and dependable; display strong customer service skills; self-initiating; able to work well with co-workers, consumers, parents/guardians and other community professionals; provide leadership; be able to direct and perform a variety of activities simultaneously; and be attentive to needs of consumers, providers, families, and the agency.
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree and two years experience in the field of developmental disabilities to include Medicaid waivers. Additional work experience may be substituted for the degree. Two years management/supervisory experience. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; effective oral and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting of 50 lbs.; able to respond quickly and safely in emergency situations which may involve consumers.
Other Requirements: Valid AK Drivers License and good driving record.
Training Requirements: Agency and Department Orientation; CPR and First Aid; Non-Violent Crisis Intervention; and Blood borne Pathogens.
This is the perfect opportunity for you to expand your leadership skills in an active, supportive and exciting atmosphere while making physical change with your own two hands. Field Team Leaders are responsible for facilitating the creation of a strong and collaborative team, advocating for member needs, assisting NWSA staff with member-based issues and coordinating team meetings and trainings. The Mt. Adams Center (MAC) uses a co-leader model with two leaders on every team. Field Team Leaders serve alongside their team, coordinating with project sponsors to ensure that the team's service meets the project's needs in a safe and effective manner.
Project and Team Diversity:
MAC looks forward to an exciting 2010 season with seven teams that will complete specialized projects particular to their respective regions. Our 2009 crews achieved exceptional trail building and maintenance goals with their teams. Here are a few examples of last year’s teams:
• The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) Teams worked from Southern California to Southern Washington doing trail work exclusively on the PCT. Throughout the season, the team hosted volunteers and worked with them on the trail.
• The Mt. Hood Team worked in the Zig Zag District of the Mt. Hood National Forest. The team lived in an historic Forest Service cabin and worked on a variety of trails in front country setting.
• The Gifford Pinchot (GP) Team split its time between the Mt. Adams Ranger District and the St. Helens National Volcanic Monument of the Gifford Pinchot Forest. The GP team worked on trails in both front and back country settings.
What you get:
Believe it or not, as a Field Team Leader, you are entitled to more than just a spectacular year of worthwhile work in the woods! You will receive a living stipend of $664 per month, an education award of $4,725, loan forbearance, basic medical insurance and pro-deals on gear. Food and lodging will be provided throughout your term of service. You will obtain Wilderness Advanced First Aid and chainsaw certifications; leave no trace principles and backcountry skills. Additionally, this position holds the opportunity to network with professionals in the natural resources field.
PPGNW is seeking an outstanding Development Officer to join our fundraising team. This position is based in Anchorage, Alaska.
We are a progressive, non-profit organization and providers of reproductive health care, education & advocacy in Alaska, Idaho, and Western WA. This position provides leadership in the development and cultivation and implementation of the regional donor stewardship program by promoting PPGNW’s interests and benefits to donors. Provides decision-making information and recommendations by collecting, analyzing, establishing procedures, providing trends and forecast data and recommending actions; solicits current and prospective donors of $1,000 and above; solicits Focus and Investors of $500-$999 by making personal solicitations, answering inquiries, mailing literature, making personal visits, speeches, and promotions; Razor's Edge exp preferred; grant writing experience required; excellent customer service skills required.
Primary responsibilities:
• Manage RCPC-WIC program according to State WIC policies and procedures and RCPC policies and procedures. This includes the management and administration of the RCPC WIC clinic at Fairbanks and Eielson AFB, the Teen Options WIC clinic and the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor program.
• Administer the appeal process as required by the State of Alaska WIC program and the USDA. Coordinate the agency Civil Rights training annually.
• Manage the RCPC WIC budget working closely with the WIC Clinical Director, the RCPC Executive Director and the RCPC Finance Manager.
• Manage the RCPC WIC personnel including hiring, performance evaluation, and termination following RCPC Policies and Procedures, working with the WIC Clinical Director.
• In collaboration with the WIC Clinical Director supervise training of staff.
• Organize staff meetings and training in collaboration with clinical program staff.
• Manages the WIC Vendor operations to ensure program compliance
• Analyze reports and complete trends analysis to determine appropriate policy action or trainings.
• As a WIC CPA, provide certification and counseling services to ensure that client caseload expectations are met and maintained. This may require certification counseling services during walk in clinics and to fill in for absent employees.
• Ensure coordination of the RCPC-WIC program with other RCPC program activities, and agency services. Implement reporting as appropriate.
• Supervise preparation of required reports for assigned programs and ensure that they are submitted in a timely manner to the appropriate State of Alaska program and to the RCPC Executive Director.
• Conduct program evaluations, respond to program audits, prepare corrective action, and implement required program changes.
• Prepare annual WIC grant proposal for the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services with the WIC Clinical Director.
Non-WIC responsibilities:
• Participate in RCPC Management Team activities as the designated WIC program representative. Support, adhere to, and carryout all policies, directives, and safety procedures of RCPC, to the best of his/her abilities.
• At request of ED, assist other program managers in their duties.
• Other duties as assigned.
Recommended Skills/Certifications Needed: If not already a WIC CPA, candidate must obtain CPA Certification within 12-18 months of hire.
Possess a valid Alaska driver’s license. Must pass a criminal history background check.
The Alaska Farmland Trust is currently seeking a Program Assistant. Alaska Farmland Trust (AFTC) is a statewide non-profit corporation with headquarters in Palmer, Alaska which works to preserve farmland of agricultural importance around the State.
The Program Assistant will work with a diverse group of partners, funding agencies, and land owners. Major work areas include farmland preservation, outreach, funding, and organizational management.
Farmland Preservation:
Coordinate with a diverse group of partners, government agencies, tribes, other non profits, and land owners to initiate farmland preservation statewide. Respond to inquiries from land owners and others to discuss farmland preservation options. Perform site visits, inventory land, and complete baseline and annual site visit documentation. Coordinate with the Manager to manage lands in stewardship program.
Outreach:
Present information about farmland preservation Statewide, at numerous venues, including the Alaska Legislature, the Alaska State Fair, Alaska Growers Conference, Farm Bureau and other conferences, meetings, and speaking engagements.
Funding:
Write grants for Alaska Farmland Trust to state and local governments as well as to private funding agencies. Assist with private fundraising with individuals, foundations and corporations. Manage, administer, and track grants, and complete grants reporting.
Organizational Management:
Assist with coordination of volunteers, interns and shared staff from partner groups. Assist with calendar of events management, recruitment and scheduling of volunteers, including tracking volunteer hours for events and matching grants.
Preferred Qualifications:
1) Minimum of 2 years of experience or a BS/BA in Natural Resources/Sciences, Conservation, Planning, Land Title, or related field.
2) Minimum of 2 years of successful grant writing experience and management of grant resources.
3) Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to represent Alaska Farmland Trust to a wide range of individuals and organizations, including land owners, government officials, community organizations, media representatives, attorneys and appraisers.
4) Ability to work with minimal supervision, and maintain excellent organization.
5) Passionate about farmland preservation and Alaska food, and farm issues.
6) Proficient in standard computer operating programs such as Excel, Microsoft Office package, and internet search engines. Knowledge of State and Borough database and mapping, Google Map or other GIS mapping system, and Power Point helpful.
7) Willingness to work outdoors in the field, as well as evenings and weekends on occasion if necessary. Travel to out of town conferences and meetings will be required.
Other Desired Qualifications:
1) Willingness to study texts and compile information specific to farmland conservation projects and the documentation required for their completion.
2) Experience in lobbying at Legislative level.
Provide initial contact with the public:
Answer and route incoming calls;
Greet and assist visitors;
Respond to information requests, including distribution of publications.
Management Support
Copying and filing;
Assist with annual audit and applications for licenses and registrations;
Proofread and help draft correspondence;
Assist with arranging donor visits and travel;
Assist with in-house mailings.
Assist with grant processing and applications.
General Administrative Support:
Organize and maintain our office’s shared areas, including lobby, kitchen, and conference room;
Assist with events including researching and reserving venues for meetings and trainings;
Operate mailing equipment (postage meter, etc.);
Open and distribute mail;
Stock office supplies, paper for printer and copier;
Make deliveries and pick-ups;
Maintain nightly tape back-up of computer network.
Qualifications:
• Ability to professionally represent the Foundation to the public;
• Positive, team-oriented demeanor;
• Strong grammar skills, ability to proofread documents;
• Commitment to the mission and goals of ACF, with an interest in Alaska conservation issues;
• Experience working with Microsoft Word required. Outlook, Excel, and QuickBooks desired;
• Two or more years related work experience preferable; experience working in a nonprofit organization helpful.
To Apply:
Provide a cover letter outlining your interest and experience, a résumé, and a brief writing sample. Materials must be submitted via email to acfinfo@alaskaconservation.org by November 20, 2009 Receipt of your application will be confirmed by the Foundation.
The Alaska Conservation Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology Social Work, Human Services or a related field, and two years experience working with adolescents is required. Experience with statistical reporting, public speaking experience and some supervisory experience preferred.
Applicants who do not meet degree requirements must commit to enroll in a degree seeking program. Applicants must possess a clean driving record and be able to pass a background investigation.
Covenant House offers a competitive benefits package as well as a flexible vacation plan. Interested individuals can complete an application on line. Application, cover letter and resume can be faxed to 339-4207, emailed to bjewell@covenanthouseak.org or sent to Covenant House Alaska, ATTN: Human Resources, PO BOX 104640 Anchorage, and AK 99510. Applicants MUSt complete agency application.
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Director of Program Services will provide for the leadership and overall management, including planning and directing of all program related activities; and supervision and evaluation of all program specific, supportive and direct care staff for the Covenant House Alaska (CHA) programs.
Specific Duties include:
• Direct and manage all service activities, which affect non-residential programs, including outreach and aftercare, and residential programs, including crisis care and transitional living operations.
• Direct the formulation of policies and procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility
• Prepare proposed budget for areas of responsibility and manage approved budget in a cost efficient manner
• Oversee and administer grants related to assigned areas of responsibility
Requirements include Masters Degree in Human Services or related field required.
Five years administrative and supervisory experience in a human services or adolescent youth program. Experience in managing residential programs preferred. Knowledge of adolescent behavior and development, case management, budget development and administration, grant management required. Outstanding communication skills both oral and written. Computer literate with experience using Microsoft suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
This is a full time exempt position with benefits.
Locations: Numerous locations across the United States and Canada including Anchorage, AK., Baltimore, MD., Los Angeles, CA., San Diego, CA., San Francisco, CA., and San Jose, CA.
Education: No minimum requirement
Salary: $695.00/week and benefits
Reports to: Boycott Director
Description: UNITE HERE is a labor union leading the fight to organize hundreds of thousands of low wage workers – most of them women, many of them African-Americans, Latino and Asian immigrants – in hotels, casinos, industrial laundries, institutional cafeterias, airport concessions, and apparel manufacturing, distribution, and retail facilities throughout North America. Our union is at the forefront of battles for workers rights, immigrants’ rights and living wages. We are looking for passionate and committed people who want to become full-time union boycott organizers.
Additional Qualifications:
- Applicants must be willing and able to relocate and/or travel to appropriate work sites.
- Must have passion for low-wage and other worker struggles
- Must have previous activist experience – boycott experience a plus.
- Must be assertive and have excellent language, writing and computer skills.
Duties Include (but are not limited to):
- Researching hotel clients
- Developing and carrying out strategy to move clients from hotels that are driving down industry standards
- Recruiting/developing/maintaining volunteer committees
- Working with community and labor allies
- Coordinating actions such as leafleting, delegations and marches
Interested job candidates must fill out a MSSCA job application. You can send an email to apply@mssca.org to request an application. Or submit completed job applications to MSSCA, 5000 E Shennum Drive, Wasilla, AK 99654, 907-352-1200. Open until filled, but early response will be to your benefit.
Must have 6 months experience providing services for persons with developmental disabilities. Experience can be job, volunteer or life experience. Supported Employment experience strongly preferred. Must have a High School Diploma, GED or provide proof of ability to read written instructions and make appropriate chart notes. Must have a valid driver’s license with six years driving experience. Must provide proof of current automobile insurance prior to employment. Must consent to a criminal background check and provide 2 clear fingerprint cards before hire. Must provide 5 references. Must possess the physical, mental and emotional capabilities needed to fulfill the job requirements of the specific services provided to each individual.
Organization
Avant-Garde Learning Foundation (AGLF) is an Alaskan nonprofit corporation serving schools, businesses, communities and individuals statewide. Established in 2005 by a former Commissioner of Education, Avant-Garde has grown significantly and now serves over 100 schools through its Skills Alaska program, bringing technology resources, professional development and community outreach to struggling schools. Through its Alaska Native Teacher Initiative, AGLF is working to increase the number of Alaska Native teachers. As a part of this initiative, AGLF has established partnerships with Alaska’s colleges and universities, school districts and local governments. Additionally, AGLF is working with over 100 Alaska Native teacher candidates as they progress towards earning teacher certification. Avant-Garde is positioned to grow significantly over the next three years in an effort to address the many educational challenges faced by our great state.
Position Definition
The Program Development Coordinator will assist in the implementation and coordination of Avant-Garde Learning Foundation’s education programs and lead the development of fundraising efforts. Reporting to the Director of Education Programs, this position’s will be located in downtown Anchorage and will primarily work Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Some weekend work and travel will be required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Programs:
• Assist in program creation and implementation
• Design professional development session/modules
• Facilitating professional training
• Grant and budget management
• Research and build relationships with organizations and stakeholders
• Short and long-term organizational planning and strategy
• Organizational systems creation and management
Development:
• Coordinate and edit monthly e-newsletter
• Plan and manage fundraising events
• Grant writing
• Appeal letters
• Manage external communication
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
o Considerable knowledge of Alaska’s educational systems, regions and challenges and opportunities
o Considerable knowledge of K-12 and postsecondary education improvement…needs and past efforts.
o Familiar with curriculum development, inquiry-based and hands-on learning approaches, and research-based teaching and learning approaches.
o Excellent writing and speaking skills
o Experience with nonprofit fundraising, or comparable
o Skill in working effectively with management, adapting to changing priorities, and working on multiple projects with overlapping or conflicting schedules.
o Skill in working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, languages.
o Skill in maintaining awareness and alignment of goals and issues.
o Skill in identifying client and agency needs, providing solutions and facilitating informed decisions.
o Ability to maintain awareness of political influences on the organization’s operations and management.
o Skill to remain focused on the effective management of the organization’s functions.
Qualifications
3-5 years experience in an Alaskan education position or equivalent experience, experience working in the nonprofit field
Education and Experience: Must be at least 18 years old. High school diploma, GED. Experience in social services and/or direct support of individuals experiencing disabilities preferred.
Communication Skills: Must possess ability to communicate effectively in English in both oral and written form. Must possess ability to interact in a professional manner with consumer, family, agency personnel and public. Certain positions may require fluency in American Sign Language or other languages.
Vehicle, current Alaska driver’s license, required level of automobile insurance, background check and TB test. Must maintain current certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention. Other training may be required.
Representatives work in their local communities to set up host families and schooling for 3-4 exchange students per year. TLUSA is committed to bringing the world home and would like to bring exchange students from different countries to every state! Representatives earn commission per student and are invited to work with inbound program as well as with outbound program.
Report requirements:
AHFC Quarterly Report for each program consisting of the following will be completed by the beginning of the third week of the month following the quarter's end (October, January, April and July).
Coming Home I Quarterly Report:
1) AHFC Program Narrative provided by the Program Manager
2) AHFC Quarterly Financial Report and Funds Disbursement Request, completed by AHI Accounting
3) Originals of these reports will be submitted to AHFC by 25th of each reporting month and copies will be retained in the AHI files.
Coming Home II Quarterly Report:
1) AHFC Program Narrative Report completed by the Program Manager
2) AHFC Rent Roll Report completed by the Program Manager
3) AHFC Grant Match Report completed by the Program Manager
4) AHFC Quarterly Financial Report and Funds Disbursement Request, completed by AHI Accounting
5) Originals of these reports will be submitted to AHFC by the 25th of each reporting month and copies will be retained in the AHI files.
Annual Progress Reports (APRs) will be completed on an annual basis for both programs.
Coming Home I APR:
1) The report will be completed within 90 days of the end of the AHI fiscal year (June 30)
2) One original will be provided to the local HUD office
3) One copy will be sent to HUD Headquarters in Washington, DC
4) One copy will be provided to AHFC, and
5) A copy will be kept in the AHI files
Coming Home II APR:
1) The report will be completed within 45 days of the end of the AHI fiscal year (June 30)
2) One original will be provided to AHFC
3) A copy will be kept in the AHI files
ServicePoint: Program Manager will be responsible for entering basic data on both programs into the Homeless Data Management Information System (HIMS) ServicePoint on a regular basis and will keep the client data current at all times.
3 Years of senior- level fundraising and major gifs experience preferred; with a total of 5 years of professional fundraising experience. CFRE or other recognized certification preferred. BA/S required (Master’s preferred) and willingness to travel. Competitive Salary. Anchorage based, no relocation allowance.
Pay: Is 1099 income – you are responsible for your own taxes.
Outbound Academic Programs (an individual student travels for school for a semester or year) – you are paid $1000.00 per student
Outbound Summer student (on a group led trip) – you are paid $200/student
Other opportunities include: Free international travel, and Inbound opportunities to make additional income as well.
For an application and background authorization form, please email: Outbound@terralinguausa.com
We also invite you to visit www.terralinguausa.org for information on our organization.
Experience/Skills: Must be computer literate in Word and Excel. Ability to gather information and assess client situation rapidly and accurately. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to write clear, accurate log notes, and complete other paperwork thoroughly and accurately.
Other Requirements: Must have valid AK driver's license. Current CPR/First Aid certification or compliance in obtaining within 60 days of hire. Ability to work flexible hours and days of the week.
Please submit applications, resume and cover letter. Applications at http://covenanthouseak.org or can be picked up at 609 F Street. For more information contact Barb Jewell at 339-4207 or bjewell@covenanthouseak.org
Covenant House Alaska is looking for a dedicated individual who has a desire to assist youth, ages 13-21, in crisis. The Overnight Case Manager will supervise and assist in the delivery of services to the street youth of Anchorage in a residential setting during the overnight shift. This person is responsible for the providing and ensuring a high quality of service delivery in case work and all aspects of youth care at the Crisis Center through direct supervision, management, and program development. Covenant House offers a competitive benefits package as well as a flexible vacation plan.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services or a related field, and one year supervisory experience is required. Must possess a clean driving record and be able to pass a background investigation. Applications available on our website http://covenathouseak.org . Interested individuals should submit an application, cover letter and resume to Covenant House Alaska, ATTN: Human Resources, PO BOX 104640 Anchorage, AK 99510, or email bjewell@covenanthouseak.org.
• Direct and manage all service activities, which affect non-residential programs, including outreach and aftercare, and residential programs, including crisis care and transitional living operations.
• Direct the formulation of policies and procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility
• Prepare proposed budget for areas of responsibility and manage approved budget in a cost efficient manner
• Oversee and administer grants related to assigned areas of responsibility
Requirements include Masters Degree in Human Services or related field required.
Five years administrative and supervisory experience in a human services or adolescent youth program. Experience in managing residential programs preferred. Knowledge of adolescent behavior and development, case management, budget development and administration, grant management required. Outstanding communication skills both oral and written. Computer literate with experience using Microsoft suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
Locations: Numerous locations across the United States and Canada including Anchorage, AK., Los Angeles, CA., San Diego, CA., San Jose, CA., and Baltimore, MD.
Education: No minimum requirement
Salary: $695.00/week and benefits
Reports to: Boycott Director
Description: UNITE HERE is a labor union leading the fight to organize hundreds of thousands of low wage workers – most of them women, many of them African-Americans, Latino and Asian immigrants – in hotels, casinos, industrial laundries, institutional cafeterias, airport concessions, and apparel manufacturing, distribution, and retail facilities throughout North America. Our union is at the forefront of battles for workers rights, immigrants’ rights and living wages. We are looking for passionate and committed people who want to become full-time union boycott organizers.
Additional Qualifications:
- Applicants must be willing and able to relocate and/or travel to appropriate work sites.
- Must have passion for low-wage and other worker struggles
- Must have previous activist experience – boycott experience a plus.
- Must be assertive and have excellent language, writing and computer skills.
Duties Include (but are not limited to):
- Researching hotel clients
- Developing and carrying out strategy to move clients from hotels that are driving down industry standards
- Recruiting/developing/maintaining volunteer committees
- Working with community and labor allies
- Coordinating actions such as leafleting, delegations and marches
Responsibilities include:
1. Correspondence: Drafting, editing, and updating fundraising and stewardship correspondence.
2. Printed informational materials: Writing and/or editing, design and layout, preparation of photographs, and coordination with printers on the following:
Quarterly Dispatch newsletter
Annual report & calendar
Brochures (up to three annually)
Materials for ACF events
For these projects, the Communications Director will work with the staff to determine the strategic audience, content selection and accuracy, and distribution schedule.
3. Electronic communications: Solicit and edit stories/photos, and prepare and disseminate monthly Northern Highlights electronic newsletter, as well as similar communications.
4. Website management: Oversee quality, accuracy, and timeliness of website; work with staff to determine website content additions/updates, write and edit content.
5. Additional responsibilities/special projects
Establish and maintain relationships with photo donors (including photographers and grantees); grow and maintain ACF photo “library”
Create print and electronic advertisements
Respond to graphics requests from outside agencies/organizations
Create/edit reports, charts, and press releases
Requirements:
1. Commitment to the mission and goals of the Alaska Conservation Foundation.
2. Passion for the art of marketing, and the collaborative, creative process required for success.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar and proofreading. Experience writing and producing newsletters, fundraising correspondence, and web content desired.
4. Thorough knowledge of desktop publishing software (InDesign strongly preferred) and Microsoft Office. Experience with Photoshop and Dreamweaver.
5. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and work without close supervision.
6. Proven teamwork capabilities with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
7. Knowledge of and experience with pre-press and print production.
8. Bachelor’s degree and five years’ related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Compensation:
Highly competitive within the nonprofit community, depending upon experience.
To Apply:
Provide a cover letter outlining your interest and experience, a résumé, two writing samples, and two design samples. Materials must be submitted via email to acfinfo@alaskaconservation.org by November 13. Receipt of your application will be confirmed by the Foundation.
The Alaska Conservation Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Classification: Part time, temporary position, no benefits other than required by law.
Salary: $19.23 –$ 20.19/hour
Time: Varies, depending on when circles/councils meet and preparation time
Hours: Can not exceed 19.75 hours per week or 120 work days.
Reports to: Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness
Applications accepted until Tuesday, October 27, 2009
General Description of Duties: The Girls Circle/The Council for Boys and Young Men Facilitator will be responsible for facilitating one or more groups at the assigned schools or other meeting locations during lunch time or after school. She/he will follow the format and selected curriculum model as much as possible.
Specific Responsibilities:
Administrative Facilitator Duties:
• Attend Girls Circle/The Council for Boys & Young Men training at the YWCA Anchorage prior to facilitating a group (some exceptions will be made per the Director of Youth & Women’s Wellness);
• Attend two meetings per semester at the YWCA Anchorage;
• In conjunction with the Director of Youth & Women’s Wellness, assist in coordinating the day/time/space for the groups at assigned schools;
• Work cooperatively with the school or facility liaison in relationship to the space and the youth in the group; share with the liaison any written information going home to the girls/boys for their review before distribution;
• Attendance sheets must be completed and turned in bi-weekly;
• Administer pre- and post-surveys to each group and return to the Director of Youth & Women’s Wellness;
• Contact the Director of Youth & Women’s Wellness bi-weekly to update her on the status of the circle/council;
Facilitator Duties:
• Prepare for each group session, including reviewing the curriculum for the week and gathering and/or preparing materials;
• Facilitate the group discussion, ensuring opportunities for participation by all girls/boys, and following the group guidelines;
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment;
• Discuss with the school liaison and the Director of Youth & Women’s Wellness concerns -bout girls/boys that may need to be reported to OCS, the school, or the parents, and in he case of a mandated reporting situation, follow organizational protocol to ensure the safety of the youth;
• Clean up the meeting space at school before leaving;
Job Requirements:
• Experience working with girls/boys ages 9-18
• Experience facilitating group discussions
• Experience working with youth from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work cooperatively with other adults.
• Support of the YWCA’s mission of Eliminating Racism and Empowering Women
• Must complete training hours and be reliable, prompt and professional
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Must commit to working at least one semester, preferably two semesters
• A criminal background check and interested person’s report is required.
Note: Criminal background check at state and national level required. Position open until filled.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to the YWCA Anchorage at 324 E. 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, fax to 907-644-9650, or email to Solveig Pedersen at spedersen@ywcaak.org
Classification: Part time, non-exempt funded through June 30, 2010, with the possibility of an extension; benefits on a pro-rated basis.
Salary: $19.23-$20.19/hour DOE
Hours: 30 hours per week
Reports to: Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness
Applications accepted until: October 30, 2009
Under the guidance of the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness, the Youth Programs Coordinator will assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the YWCA Anchorage Youth Programs. The position also includes working directly with youth (particularly girls and young women), outreach, event coordinating, data collection and reporting, some supervision, and volunteer coordination.
Programs for youth, with a special emphasis on girls, at the YWCA Anchorage focus on empowerment and seek to help youth to develop critical thinking skills; a sense of self-respect and self-worth through achievement and peer learning; skills to make sound decisions and avoid at-risk behaviors, including sexual activity and substance abuse; aspire and set goals with plans to achieve them; incorporate their families into their support system; be valued members of a positive peer group based on friendship that is fun and builds a sense of connection to our community and to each other.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Operations and Development
• Ensures the YWCA mission, eliminating racism and empowering women is implemented through the YWCA Anchorage Youth Programs;
• Assists in planning, developing, implementing, and supervising the YWCA Anchorage’s Girls Circle and the Council for Boys and Young Men program in conjunction with the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness;
• Coordinates and facilitates the Young Women’s Leadership Council;
• Coordinates the Multicultural Female Leadership Conference for ethnically diverse middle school girls;
• Coordinates the Young People of Achievement Awards;
• Works cooperatively with the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness to maintain current Youth Programs, and plan strategically for new programming;
• Works cooperatively with the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness to set program benchmarks and evaluate program outcomes quarterly and annually;
• Assists as needed with any other Youth Programs;
• Assists the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness as needed with cultivating and securing funds from individuals and corporations;
• Gathers, compiles, and provides the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness with data as needed for grant and organizational reporting.
External Affairs
• Cultivates and maintains program partnerships with the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness;
• Ensures that all program outreach materials, press releases, advertising, and promotion are consistent with local and national YWCA branding initiatives;
• Attends community events and meetings as a representative of YWCA Anchorage Youth Programs when appropriate.
Staffing
• Assists the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness in the oversight of the Girls Circle and The Council for Boys and Young Men program;
• Works with the Youth Programs Assistant to ensure that all necessary registrations and record keeping for Youth Programs occurs in a timely fashion;
• Assists the Director of Youth and Women’s Wellness in ensuring that the YWCA Anchorage will follow proper protocol for mandated reporting and program compliance as it relates to Youth Programs.
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications:
• A professional background in youth development and/or education
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong collaborative work ethic, and ability to be a team player
• Experience in group facilitation
• Experience in event coordinating
• Experience in working with volunteers toward a common goal
• Demonstrated experience and/or commitment to serving youth and diverse groups
• A passion for working to empower youth
• A passion for working for a progressive, social change organization
• Demonstrated commitment to the YWCA mission of eliminating racism and empowering women
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Note: Criminal background check at state and national level required. Candidate must have valid Alaska driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to the YWCA Anchorage at 324 E. 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, fax to 907-644-9650, or email to Solveig Pedersen at spedersen@ywcaak.org
Description: UNITE HERE is a labor union leading the fight to organize hundreds of thousands of low wage workers – most of them women, many of them African-Americans, Latino and Asian immigrants – in hotels, casinos, industrial laundries, institutional cafeterias, airport concessions, and apparel manufacturing, distribution, and retail facilities throughout North America. Our union is at the forefront of battles for workers rights, immigrants’ rights and living wages. We are looking for passionate and committed people who want to become full-time union boycott organizers.
Additional Qualifications:
- Applicants must be willing and able to relocate and/or travel to appropriate work sites.
- Must have passion for low-wage and other worker struggles
- Must have previous activist experience – boycott experience a plus.
- Must be assertive and have excellent language, writing and computer skills.
Duties Include (but are not limited to):
- Researching hotel clients
- Developing and carrying out strategy to move clients from hotels that are driving down industry standards
- Recruiting/developing/maintaining volunteer committees
- Working with community and labor allies
- Coordinating actions such as leafleting, delegations and marches
How to apply: send cover letter and resume to Lisa Jaicks at jaicks@unitehere.org
- We will respond to applicants whom we are interested in interviewing.
Job duties include: Transporting clients from their homes to our adult daycare facility, engaging them in educational and therapeutic activities for the day, and escorting them on group field trips (with other staff members) in the community. We provide a company vehicle for transporting clients. We operate minivans and lift-equipped passenger vans.
You must have the ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own. You must be able to safely lift 50 pounds, push clients in wheelchairs, and have no recent history of back or leg complications. For insurance reasons, all drivers must be at least 23 years-old with a minimum of 5 years driving experience. A clean driving record is important. CNA or PCA experience is a plus. No CDL is required.
By regulation we perform background and driving record checks. We are a drug-free workplace and we perform random drug tests.
Starting wage is a minimum of $12.50 per hour. Our employees average $14.50 to $16.00 per hour plus bonuses depending on experience. We offer vacation and holiday pay and an employer-matching retirement program. We work Monday through Friday and occasional Saturdays.
Our web site (including downloadable application): www.HeartsAK.com
Position Summary: The APCA is a private, not-for-profit (501[c](3) association of community health centers and other organizations / individuals representing the primary health care interests of Alaska’s medically underserved rural and urban positions. The APCA’s purpose is to maintain, expand and optimize access to primary care in the great state of Alaska.
The Communications and Events Specialist (CES) of the APCA performs under the direction of the Member Services and Special Projects Coordinator. The CES is responsible for developing and providing communications to members (via website, newsletter, weekly updates, press releases etc.), APCA’s marketing and public awareness programs, coordinating member –related events and assisting with the production and dissemination of APCA materials. The CES maintains a positive working relationship with APCA staff, members, board, and partners, and provides excellent customer service to all constituents.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services or a related field, and one year supervisory experience is required. Must possess a clean driving record and be able to pass a background investigation. Applications available on our website http://covenathouseak.org . Interested individuals should submit a application, cover letter and resume to Covenant House Alaska, ATTN: Human Resources, PO BOX 104640 Anchorage, AK 99510, or email bjewell@covenanthouseak.org.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology Social Work, Human Services or a related field, and two years experience working with adolescents is required. Experience with statistical reporting, public speaking experience and some supervisory experience preferred.
Applicants who do not meet degree requirements must commit to enroll in a degree seeking program. Applicants must possess a clean driving record and be able to pass a background investigation.
Covenant House offers a competitive benefits package as well as a flexible vacation plan. Interested individuals can complete an application on line. Application, cover letter and resume can be faxed to 339-4207, emailed to bjewell@covenanthouseak.org or sent to Covenant House Alaska, ATTN: Human Resources, PO BOX 104640 Anchorage, and AK 99510.
Supervises: Youth referred to the Minor Consuming and Juvenile Alcohol Safety Action Program (JASAP)
Brief Description: The MCA (Minor Consuming Alcohol) Sentencing Coordinator is a monitor for JASAP cases referred to the agency by the District Court. This position is also responsible for the coordination of the Volunteers of America Alaska Resolution Center including the instruction of Victim Impact Classes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
MCA (31 hours/week)
* Process referrals from the District Court for JASAP cases
* Monitor clients through completion of court directives
* Act as referral/resource to facilitate client completion
* Inform District Attorney of completion or non-compliance on a case-by-case basis
* Bill and collect fees for the program
* Act as record-keeper
Resolution Center (9 hours/week)
* Process referrals from all sources (MYC, ASD, Youth Court, Tier 2, others)
* Facilitate victim/offender mediation and adolescent/parent mediation
* Instruct Victim Impact Classes for offenders on a regular basis
* Act as central record-keeper for the Resolution Center
* Promote programs in the community and answer inquiries
* Bill and collect fees for classes
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Ability to perform duties and responsibilities described herein.
2. Degree in human services, justice or related field and experience working with adolescents (Experience may be substituted for degree)
3. Ability to understand and work effectively with government agencies
4. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
5. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access programs (others as needed)
Conditions of Employment:
1. Availability to work some evenings and weekends.
2. Auto insurance coverage in accordance to agency requirements.
3. Must pass the State of Alaska Background check.
4. Alaska Driver’s License, with clean driving record in accordance with agency’s insurance company standards.
5. Must be punctual and reliable.
6. Must have initial TB test and physical exam.
We are looking for one highly motivated and detail-oriented person to help drive the program forward. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required. An acute sense of justice is important in addition to a desire to work closely with the Court System to help clean up the city and take care of our youth. Interviews will tentatively be scheduled the week of October 26-30. This position will be open until filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
Successful candidates will possess BA/BS in public administration, social work, education, or a related field and have at least three years of management experience with progressive levels of responsibility in personnel supervision, financial management (including budget preparation, agency internal controls, grant writing and fundraising). Strong leadership skills with effective communication, both written and orally, are critical.
The candidate must demonstrate experience working with multiple agencies, community groups and with a board of directors.
At least one year of leadership experience in non-profit fundraising and development is preferred.
It is preferred that candidates have experience with licensed child care and possess the minimum qualifications to act as the child care administrator according to Anchorage Municipal Code. Please reference AMC 16.55.240 at http://www.muni.org/Departments/health/services/Documents/FINALhomeandcentercodepassed9804.pdf
Responsibilities:
The Executive Director is responsible to organize and administer the preschool program at Tanaina Child Development Center in accordance with Anchorage Municipal Code and under the guidance of the Board of Directors.
Duties:
Promote and maintain the strategic vision for the organization among the Board of Directors, staff, families, UAA College of Education and community at large.
Provide overall administration of the agency, including policy implementation, public accountability, and maintenance of agency facilities. Assist the Board in long range planning and policy development that sets overall agency goals and objectives and provides strategic planning that result in the effective and economical operation of the agency. Insures that the Board is kept informed of issues and problems known to the director; conversely, ensures that the Board is aware of all potential and actual problems and issues arising from agency activities; implements courses of action for resolving problems and reaching goals.
Direct, in partnership with the Board Finance Committee, all financial operations of the agency, preparing budgets and maintaining accountability of fiscal operations. Develop and implement financial diversification opportunities. Participate and assist the Board of Directors in community fund raising activities, providing direction where needed.
Organize and administer the fund development program under the guidance of the Board of Directors
Full responsibility for interviewing and hiring all program management and administrative staff and provide oversight of all other staff hiring. Direct and facilitate staff in performance of their duties, including staff evaluation, professional development and approval / participation in personnel actions.
Work closely with the UAA College of Education faculty to ensure effective delivery of services and Tanaina’s ability to function as the COE Professional Development School.
Represent the agency in the community through interagency networking, representation on interagency committees and through broad public relation contracts.
Maintain a strong working relationship with the Board of Directors and Board Committees and keep them informed of the status of agency programs and services. Initiate and recommend to the Board long and short-term plans for the development of agency services.
Remain knowledgeable and interpret trends in the field of early child hood care and education to the Board, maintaining an active involvement in the professional field.
Remain flexible to changing program needs and direction from the Board of Directors
Vision: Alaskans who are diagnosed with serious mental illness will have access to a full range of environments and services that change their trajectory from one of chronic disability to health and community inclusion. Soteria-Alaska will be one piece of the behavioral health system that supports this vision.
Mission: Soteria-Alaska provides a safe, non-coercive, home-like environment where people in Alaska who are diagnosed with serious mental illness recover from acute and long term symptoms and avert the trajectory of chronic disability and poverty. We are an evidence-based, cost-effective alternative to hospitalization that is responsive to individual needs, desires and cultural values.
Seeking FT & PT individuals for the position of Resident Assistant (RA). Soteria-Alaska provides support to individuals who are experiencing acute symptoms such as hearing voices, fear, anxiety, and inability to sleep. RA's will participate with residents in the operation of the house such as shopping, cooking, and cleaning. RA's will support individuals with day to day needs such as school, work, medical appointments and with any other activities that residents request support. Qualified individuals will be compassionate, respectful and will honor the personal choices of individuals while acknowledging the needs of the community. Individuals with personal experience with recovery will be strongly considered for this position. Candidates must possess the ability to work independently/unsupervised, and have the ability to work with individuals who express abnormal behaviors to include, but not limited to, mania, delusions, psychosis, hallucinations, and depression.
Additional requirements: Good communication/writing skills
Good judgement
Must pass background check and TB test
Must possess CRP/1st Aid certificate or have the ability to obtain certification within 30 days
Duties: Assist in meal preparation or supervise meal preparation
Housekeeping/House maintenance
Effectively communicate with staff, residents, case managers, family members, care coordinator, guardians, consulting psychiatrist, Soteria House Mgr. & Executive Director
Other duties as assigned
A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or Human Services and two years experience with adolescents is required. Candidates without the required degree must be willing to enroll in a degree seeking program. Supervisory experience is a plus. Must possess a clean driving record and be able to pass a background investigation. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume to Covenant House Alaska, ATTN: Human Resources, PO BOX 100620, Anchorage, AK 99510-0620 or to bjewell@covenanthouseak.org.
• Direct and manage all service activities, which affect non-residential programs, including outreach and aftercare, and residential programs, including crisis care and transitional living operations.
• Direct the formulation of policies and procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility
• Prepare proposed budget for areas of responsibility and manage approved budget in a cost efficient manner
• Oversee and administer grants related to assigned areas of responsibility
Requirements include Masters Degree in Human Services or related field required.
Five years administrative and supervisory experience in a human services or adolescent youth program. Experience in managing residential programs preferred. Knowledge of adolescent behavior and development, case management, budget development and administration, grant management required. Outstanding communication skills both oral and written. Computer literate with experience using Microsoft suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
Position Description:
The Outreach and Political Director responsibilities will include working with member groups on administrative and priority campaign issues; monitoring, reporting and implementation around campaign activities; and other duties as they relate to advancing conservation in Alaska. The Development Director will work closely with and report to the Executive Director
Duties and Responsibilities of the Outreach and Political Director:
• Coordinate dues payment and membership services for member groups and in coordination with the Executive Director solicit new member groups.
• Work with member groups and allies on key conservation issue campaigns such as the Crossroads Campaign.
• Monitor and engage on electrical co-op utility elections.
• In coordination with other staff ensure that the Annual General Meeting, End of Session Meeting and Legislative Fly-In are well attended and meaningful to the membership.
• Facilitate Issues Policy Council (IPC) meetings.
• Assist the Executive Director in ensuring that the conservation community is well informed and comes together to identify priorities and issue campaigns.
• With the Executive Director, work to design, implement and interpret polling data.
• Direct and coordinate all list enhancement activities.
• Maintain and improve the green voter lists.
• Ensure that the ACV Board of Directors is adequately informed to make strategic endorsements of gubernatorial, legislative and municipal candidates.
• Implement the endorsement and PAF decisions made by the ACV Board of Directors including door-to-door outreach, phone outreach, direct mail and other forms of voter contact.
• Monitor elections and results.
• Professionally and competently represent ACA and ACV in public forums.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Qualifications:
Applicants should possess:
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal and the ability to interact with diverse coalitions.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Relevant grassroots and coalition campaign experience.
• Relevant political campaign experience.
• High level of energy, enthusiasm, initiative and entrepreneurship.
• Track record of developing creative fundraising strategies, persistent follow-up and thinking “outside the box.”
• Familiarity with current software applications including the MS office suit.
• Four-year college degree or equivalent work experience required. A Bachelor’s degree with an advanced degree in relevant field desirable.
• Media and polling sampling experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Alaska, history of community involvement and familiarity with the Northwest environmental community a plus.
• Good sense of humor a must!
Compensation:
Salary is $45,000 - $50,000 DOE, plus health, dental and employer retirement contribution after vesting. This is a full-time, exempt position; residency in or around Anchorage is preferred. ACA and ACV are equal opportunity employers. For more information, please visit www.akvoice.org or www.acvoters.org. Position open until filled. To apply, send cover letter, resume, three references and a writing/work product sample to:
Caitlin Higgins, Executive Director
Alaska Conservation Alliance | Alaska Conservation Voters
810 N Street, Suite 203
Anchorage, AK 99501
E-mail: caitlin@akvoice.org
Strong organizational skills a must; 2-3 years case management experience; strong computer skills; medical office experience a plus; knowledge of social service agencies; prior eligibility screening a plus.
The Development Associate supports the various fundraising initiatives of Pacific Northern Academy. PNA is an independent school serving 140 students in early kindergarten through eighth grade. The learning environment at PNA is dynamic and child-centered. It is intellectually rich and developmentally appropriate. Our small class-sizes enable us to provide a personal approach to education within a caring and supportive community. Pacific Northern Academy is a place where for twelve years children have thrived as they achieve human and academic excellence. PNA is the first choice for families who share this vision of an intellectually challenging educational program that incorporates visual arts, performing arts and community service while embracing cultural diversity.
Classification: Hourly, non-exempt. This is a 12 month, 20 hours per week position
Responsibilities
• Support all facets of the school’s fundraising efforts
• Maintain and manage gift records, receipts, and acknowledgements, and constituent information for the Pacific Northern Academy database
• Produce standard and financial reports including donor and prospect lists
• Provide lists and labels for various mailings
• Supervise and monitor access to database by approved volunteers
• Coordinate data gathering from individuals to help update and maintain the database
• Play a leadership role in coordinating the school’s special events.
* Work closely with Event Committees to coordinate volunteer opportunities, oversee data entry, act as on-site liaison with donors, sponsors and volunteers as needed.
• Facilitate publication of the school’s publication: Annual Report, Head’s Updates, etc.
• Support volunteers to carry out the activities of the development office.
• To perform other duties as assigned by the PNA head of school.
Application Procedure: To apply, submit a letter of interest, résumé and references to: employment@pacificnorthern.org
This position is responsible for observing policies, procedures and safeguards to protect the privacy of health information in compliance with the HIPAA Privacy (Privacy Rule).
Essential Functions
• Provides direct care to children ages 1 -5 in a preschool setting.
• Demonstrates an understanding of early childhood development.
• Demonstrates complete familiarity with a client service plans and targeted goals.
• Actively works towards developing and maintaining a therapeutic relationship with client’s and their families.
• Teaches and models developmentally appropriate skills.
• Participates as a member of a classroom team to plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate activities.
• Transports, via private or agency vehicle, client’s to/from home, school, the agency, and community settings as it is part of their treatment program
• Participates in treatment team meeting to develop and review client’s goals.
• Enters client notes into Harmony within 72 hours.
• Follows mandatory reporting laws with all incidents of harm within 24 hours.
• Ensures client confidentiality as prescribed by agency policy and federal law.
• Actively seeks clinical and administrative direction.
• Understands and complies with all agency policy and procedures, plans, program requirements and protocol
Measurement
• Implement the client’s treatment plans through established goals. Adequate performance is determined by timely and quality client notes, billable time spent with client, and client performance.
• Complete all agency training requirements.
• Performance on essential functions as listed above.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
• Assists client’s with other services as determined by the treatments team, e.g. vocational, recreational activities, etc.
• Attends and participates in meetings, committees and trainings as assigned.
• Reads and acts in a timely manner on items in paper and electronic mailboxes.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintains a positive, professional relationship in the community, e.g. schools, recreational centers, and other offsite activities.
• Assists Case Managers with case management services as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience working with preschool or young school aged children. At least 21 years of age.
Substitution: College level course work in human services, psychology, social work, early childhood education or a closely related field may substitute for the required experience (3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equals 1 month of experience).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to maintain positive professional working relationships and to work effectively within a team environment.
• Organized, efficient, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Good written communication skills, including the ability to accurately document events and provide detailed records for consumers.
• Ability to ensure client and employee confidentiality as prescribed by agency policy and federal law
• Proficient with basic operations in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Ability to act decisively and with fairness.
• Ability to read, speak and write in English
• Ability to pass a State and FBI background check in accordance with the State of Alaska Background Checking Unit.
• Ability to complete all training requirements for within the prescribed times.
• Ability to work with a variety of client’s with mental health issues and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of client’s in various settings
• Ability to develop sound clinical and therapeutic skills
• Ability to apply developmentally appropriate interventions.
• Ability to learn and utilized the Harmony database system
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply all agency protocol, policy, procedure, plans and program requirements.
Physical Requirements: Ability to perform sedentary work as well as to be engaged in physical exercise with client’s such as running, walking, hiking, etc.. Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Visual acuity necessary to utilize a computer monitor throughout the course of a normal workday. Ability to perform repetitive keyboarding activities and operate general office equipment. Ability to communicate verbally, both in person and over the telephone. Ability to wrap arms around and hold a person. Ability to twist and bend frequently. Must have visual and hearing acuity.
Working Conditions: Work is performed at , in schools, in homes and in the community.
Other Requirements: Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification, continual proof of a valid Alaska Driver’s License, maintain current personal vehicle insurance and registration on personal vehicle(s) used for company business, maintain a violation free driving record for the past 1 year, and maintain satisfactory criminal background record.
FULL-TIME POSITION ONLY. APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. VISIT WWW.DENALIFS.ORG TO DOWNLOAD OR CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 222-2313 or 222-2350