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Job DescriptionSalary: $23.03 - $24.09/hr WE OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS: • FREE Employee Medical Insurance, • FREE Employee Dental Insurance, • FREE Employee Vision Insurance, • Sick leave (8 hours of paid sick leave per month), • Vacation (Minimum of 2 weeks paid vacation), • Discounted health memberships, • Retirement (Employer contribution - 3% contribution and an additional 3% employer match), • FREE Long-Term Disability Insurance, • FREE Life Insurance, • 13 Paid Holidays CCEW Mission CCEW is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and potential employees will be recruited, selected, trained, promoted, compensated and, if necessary, disciplined or terminated without regard to sex, gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, religious affiliation, marital status, military veteran status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. Job Summary This position is responsible for providing supportive housing care coordinator services for households discharging from Eastern State Hospital (ESH), or who qualify under the Medicaid Transformation Demonstration (MTD). This position is also responsible for care coordination with partner agencies involved with households and assisting them in moving in a planned manner towards achieving personal independence. Job Duties/Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties/responsibilities listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of this job. Supportive Housing: • For households discharging from Eastern State Hospital:, • Support mechanisms that promote rapid and successful reintegration of consumers back into the community from psychiatric hospitals and long-term psychiatric placements, including participating with the hospital inpatient teams in treatment and discharge planning., • Visit clients at ESH and Conduct intakes, develop client-centered individualized service plans, and complete ALTSA Housing Voucher packets within time limits specified by program requirements., • Act as a care coordinator for all parties involved in the treatment team., • For households accessing Supportive Housing through MTD:, • Where applicable, support chronically homeless households in applying for Supportive Housing services through Amerigroup., • Develop person-centered individualized integration plans and goals and interventions that support said plan., • Assist households with finding housing in the community that meets their desired specifications. Overall: • Provide Supportive Housing services according to professional ethical conduct guidelines., • Act as landlord liaison during housing search. Facilitate background check screenings, application submissions, appeals when necessary, and inspection and lease signing appointments., • Coordinate with landlords and treatment teams during clients tenancy to assure that tenancy issues are addressed pro-actively., • Link recipients with primary care services and health homes; substance abuse treatment providers, vocational, education, employment, volunteer and social supports., • Provide assistance in independent living skill-building, including financial and life-skills coaching. Other duties/responsibilities: • Practice timely and complete timecard and file documentation management per program requirements., • Provide information and referrals and link consumers with community resources as needed., • Participate in the provision of 24-hour, seven day a week on-call availability in response to crises experienced by enrolled consumers., • Follow all COA standards of care for all clients., • Provide outreach services as required., • Uses appropriate administrative, fiscal, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of CCEW client protected health information (PHI), per regulations outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)., • Will regularly utilize all forms of communication (email, text, phone, etc.) and database practices necessary for this position and as directed by supervisor., • As a mandated reporter, follows all procedures outlined in agency policies and procedures to report to the proper agency when there is suspicion and/or confirmation that a child or adult has been a victim of abuse or neglect., • Other duties as assigned., • Adheres to the tenets of Catholic Social Teaching and Catholic Doctrine., • Perform as a team member to assure that productivity outcome measures are achieved., • Perform related functions necessary to support the mission and core values of Catholic Charities. Job Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the minimum qualifications listed below. These qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform this job. Education/Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have a BA in Psychology, or Social Work, or equivalent from an accredited academic institution. Preference given to individuals with lived experiences with chemical dependency or mental health disorders. Knowledge of community services and a minimum of two years experience in the direct treatment of mentally ill persons. Experience working with issues of mental health and poverty required. Certificates/Licenses:Must have a valid Drivers License and ability to drive for work use. The individual must successfully pass the background check applicable to position. Physical Abilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to: • Regularlysit, stand, climb, walk, hear/listen, talk, • Occasionallycrawl, stoop, kneel, • Clearly see 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses, ability to focus Mental & Other Skills/Abilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the: • Adaptability:ability to adapt to changes, delays or unexpected events in the work environment; ability to manage competing demands and prioritize tasks; ability to change approach or method to best fit the situation., • Analytical Ability: ability to maintain focus for extended periods of time; ability to complete research projects with resourcefulness and persistence; ability to synthesize complex or diverse information; ability to use intuition and experience to complement existing data., • Attendance: ability to consistently arrive and be able to work as scheduled., • Computer/Technical Ability:working knowledge of: Word Processing software,Spreadsheet software,Internet software, • Dependability:ability to follow instructions, both in written and verbal format; ability to respond to management direction; ability to complete tasks on time or notify the appropriate person with an alternate plan when necessary., • Interpersonal Skills:ability to maintain satisfactory relationships with others, excellent customer service skills and a good overall understanding of appropriate human relations. Awareness of and sensitivity to the service populations culture and socioeconomic characteristics., • Judgment:ability to make prudent and timely decisions; ability to exhibit sound and accurate judgment; ability to explain reasoning for decisions., • Language Ability:ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public., • Mathematical Ability:ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs., • Motor Coordination:the ability to coordinate eyes, hands, fingers, and feet accurately and handle precise movements., • Problem Solving Ability:ability to identify and/or prevent problems before they occur; ability to formulate alternative solutions to problems when necessary; ability to transfer learning from past experiences to new experiences of similar nature., • Quality Management:ability to complete duties, on time and with absolute precision, at least 95% of the time; ability to edit the accuracy and thoroughness of ones work as well as the work of others; ability to constructively apply feedback to improve performance, ability to generate ideas to improve and promote quality in work., • Reasoning Ability:ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Workplace Environmental Conditions While performing the essential duties/responsibilities of this job, the employee will be: • Noise Conditions:exposed during a shift to constant or intermittent sounds at moderate to loud levels of sound dependent upon daily activities., • Exposure to Trauma: Employees of Catholic Charities Eastern Washington provide direct services to vulnerable community members including those who have behavioral health challenges and those who have been exposed to trauma.

Job Description Overview Shriners Children’s Spokane is seeking an experienced, mission-driven physician leader to serve as Chief of Staff, guiding our dedicated medical teams while advancing clinical excellence and operational performance. This role ensures strategic alignment between departmental operations and organizational objectives, oversees clinical governance functions, facilitates interdisciplinary coordination, and promotes the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic, craniofacial and burn care. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, the Chief of Staff provides executive support to the physicians and Advanced Practice Providers, manages departmental initiatives, and oversees clinical quality, compliance, academic affairs, and operational efficiency. Successful candidates will be a board certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon with progressive leadership experience in clinical operations, administration, or physician leadership roles. Candidates can expect to receive an annual salary between $756,288-$1,067,700 commensurate with experience, training and departmental equity. Shriners Children’s offers a competitive benefits package, including: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options available, • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match, 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, and Defined Contribution Supplemental Retirement Plan, • Generous budget and time off for Continuing Medical Education (CME), • Employer sponsored professional liability coverage, • Relocation assistance, • School Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability Insurance provided at no cost, • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) Responsibilities Administrative, Operational and Organizational Duties • Act as the primary administrative liaison between the Orthopedics department and the hospital’s executive leadership team, ensuring effective communication and alignment on organizational objectives., • Ensure that the Medical Staff is appropriately represented in meetings of the Board of Governors and assure Medical Staff involvement in Joint Conference committee, Quality Assurance Committee, Medical Staff meetings, and other hospital and committee board meetings, • Ensure the Board of Governors is adequately informed of medical staff issues and activities, • Collaborate with local medical staff and other Chiefs of Staff to develop Medical Staff Bylaws and suggest appropriate changes and revisions for approval by the Join Boards, • Support and implement, as appropriate, hospital regulations and policies as established by the Joint Boards and local Board of Governors, • Build, support, and grow relationships with sponsoring Shrine Temples and the medical staff, • Work to develop and maintain relationships within the wider medical community (local, regional, national, and international), • Manage physician workforce activities, including recruitment, credentialing, training, performance evaluations, and professional development., • Work with hospital administration and Headquarters to develop and manage departmental budget, contracts, and operational expenditures, ensuring the effective use of resources., • Oversee daily operations of the orthopedics department, including clinical scheduling, patient flow, staffing, and resource allocation., • Represent the orthopedics department on hospital committees and task forces, advocating on behalf of departmental interests and contributing to hospital-wide initiatives, • Support the orthopedics department in developing and implementing strategic plans for the Department, including growth initiatives, quality improvement, and clinical outcomes tracking., • Lead and monitor quality improvement initiatives within the department, focusing on enhancing patient care, safety, and outcomes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards., • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including surgeons, nurses, therapists, social workers, and support staff to ensure optimal, coordinated patient care., • Oversee the implementation and adherence to clinical protocols, guidelines, and best practices, ensuring evidence-based practices are incorporated into patient care., • Promote research within the orthopedics department, supporting faculty and staff in their academic and scholarly pursuits., • Supervise and support ongoing education and training programs for staff, including resident and fellow education, continuing medical education (CME), and interdisciplinary team development., • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and hospital-specific policies, including HIPAA, patient safety, and ethical standards., • Demonstrate quality and competency in the performance of surgical specialty, • Modulate personal surgical activity in order to provide adequate leadership for the hospital’s overall goals Qualifications Education • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school, • Completion of an ACGME accredited residency in Orthopedic Surgery, • Minimum of 8–10 years of clinical practice in orthopedic surgery or spine surgery, preferably with experience in a pediatric setting., • Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in clinical operations, administration, or physician leadership roles., • Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS), with subspecialty training in Pediatric Orthopedics., • Must possess eligibility for active and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of practice, • Must possess eligibility for active DEA, • Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, • Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare operations, clinical quality improvement, and physician workforce management., • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to manage complex relationships and competing priorities., • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive clinical and operational excellence., • Understanding of hospital accreditation standards, healthcare regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks., • Commitment to the mission of pediatric healthcare, patient advocacy, and service excellence., • High level of discretion, professionalism, and ethical integrity.

Job DescriptionSandis is currently looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Spokane, WA. The ideal candidate would have a strong technical background in land development. We think you will love it here! Why you will love it here: • The chance to work on iconic Bay Area Projects, • Professional development, training, and mentorship, • Comprehensive benefits package, • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, • Amazing teams of supportive and hard-working professionals Cool Stuff you get to do: • Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling project team activities, including but not limited to: reviewing and/or supervising technical aspects of work as well as defining and overseeing project scopes, budgets and schedules, • Coordinate with all project members, attending/running meetings and assuring that all project documentation is maintained, • Oversee the production of plan, specification and estimate packages, • Prepare and oversee the production of various reports including technical engineering reports., • Prepare various forms and agreements needed for project approval, • Ensure appropriate quality control measures have been implemented, • Prepare improvement plans including rough/precise grading, stormwater management and utility plans, • Computation of grades, earthwork quantities, and materials estimates, • Maintain ongoing client relationships, pursue new professional connections, and seek new project opportunities with new and current clients. Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, • 6+ years of recent experience in the Civil Engineering Industry (Land Development Design) & 3+ years as Project Manager, • Professional Engineer License, • Excellent understanding of precise grading, utility plans, drainage, and stormwater management., • Strong understanding of codes and can spot issues with code compliance in design., • Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills, • AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency preferred A little about Sandis Benefits: • Competitive salaries, end-of-year bonuses, and 401k, • Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance including life and long-term disability, • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care, parking and transit, and dependent care expenses, • Starting paid time off at 24 days – 16 PTO and 8 paid Holidays, • 3 days paid bereavement; 10 days paid jury duty, • In-office coffee and snacks, • Education reimbursement and professional license program, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations, • Salary increases for attaining P.E. or PLS, • Company-sponsored sports teams and clubs, Sandis Brews, frequent company lunches, and philanthropic activities. Sandis is a professional services corporation specializing in civil engineering (Land Development Design), traffic engineering, land surveying, and planning, but we are much more than the services we offer. Sandis is about reliability, experience, and expertise. For over 60 years, we have been committed to innovation, excellence, leadership, and environmental stewardship. Our job and passion are to provide the foundation for the future to be built upon, always improving the communities where we live, work, and play. We service private and public clients in the high-tech, research and redevelopment, laboratory, corporate, commercial, residential, healthcare, academic, hospitality, civic, justice, and public works sectors. We are a team of experts who care about the people we work with and for. Sandis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.