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  • Security Guard
    Security Guard
    16 days ago
    Full-time
    Cliffside Park

    Cliffside Park - New Jersey Greater Bergen Community Action’s (GBCA) Head Start Preschool program is a rewarding environment for individuals passionate about helping others who seek to advance their careers while making a positive impact. Our mission is to provide a quality, comprehensive educational program that prepares children and their families for kindergarten and life beyond. With its origins in the War on Poverty, Head Start is one of the longest-running federally funded programs. The Head Start model has been praised and emulated throughout the country. At GBCA, our Head Start Preschool program collaborates with local school districts. We offer a supportive work environment that recognizes the value of every employee, and our focus is continually on staff wellness. Our Heads Start Facilities Department is looking to hire an individuals to serve as a Security Guard who prioritizes the safety and health of each child, parent, visitor, and staff member at our facility. This position is full-time, Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. Benefit Eligible: Health Coverage, Paid Time Off: vacation, paid holidays, and sick time. Eligible for retirement account match (max of 3%) after one year. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Three years of experience as a security guard or similar role. Preferred: Bilingual Spanish Excellent integrity, good moral character, and initiative. Ability to effectively communicate professionally and have English fluency – speak, read, and write. Preferred: Bilingual Spanish Display ethical and professional behavior when working with children, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school. Responsibilities include: Ensure that all exits are secured before the start of each shift and at intervals during the shift. All locks around playgrounds and grounds will be unlocked in the AM and closed in the PM. Watch for safety and fire hazards and other security-related situations. Ensure that children are dropped off and picked up in an orderly and secure manner. Monitor all deliveries to the building to ensure security is not breached. Assist the professional staff, police, and emergency personnel in handling emergencies or disruptive situations. Encourage and ensure that all staff wear identification badges. Assist visitors with directions and ensure that their identification is displayed. Challenge unauthorized visitors and escort them to exits. Report any unauthorized visitors and acts of vandalism to the management team. Notify the building administration, police, and/or appropriate emergency personnel of any potentially dangerous or unusual situations. Immediately notify appropriate personnel of evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide, or individuals appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. Participate in appropriate in-service and workshop programs. Protect the confidentiality of records and information about staff and use discretion when sharing such information within legal confines.

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  • CLAIM SPECIALIST
    CLAIM SPECIALIST
    22 days ago
    $25–$30 hourly
    Full-time
    Yonkers

    We’re seeking Claims Specialist to work in a job opportunity with a Top insurance company in the United States. We are an equal-opportunity employer. We are passionately committed to equitable hiring and boldly dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, bilingual and bi-cultural individuals, LGBTQ+ persons, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Job Duties: • Processing insurance claims that requires investigation, • Resolving pending claims in a timely manner, • Processing adjustments, • Utilizing multiple applications simultaneously Job Specific Qualifications: • High School Diploma or GED, • Computer proficiency a must!, • Be able to navigate between multiple programs simultaneously, • Basic typing, navigation of toolbar, • Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, • Detail oriented with strong Interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills, • Independent decision-making skills, • Adapts well to change, • Member-focused and highly engaged, • Ability to meet and/or exceed performance expectations for quality and production, • Ability to sit for long periods of time

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  • Direct Service Provider Bilingual Chinese
    Direct Service Provider Bilingual Chinese
    27 days ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    The role of a Direct Support Professional (DSP) is to work with children and their families to provide resources and support, as well as strengthen daily living skills. The services are provided in the individual's home or community setting, giving the families respite while gaining important life skills. Activities as a DSP for the OPWDD(Office of People with Developmental Disabilities) program recipients primarily involve teaching them the following: how to accomplish daily living tasks, improve socialization among peers, and acclimate to community activities such as traveling, interacting with store staff/community helpers, and adhering to appropriate social boundaries. • Assist individuals in meeting their service plan goals., • collaborate scheduling between the individual and the DSP., • Communicate effectively with families and supervisors., • Problem solve and communicate with supervisors as concerns arise., • Document session activities with the individuals in a timely manner., • Bilingual in either Cantonese or Mandarin., • Applicants must be at least 18 years old and legal to work in the US., • High school diploma or GED required, Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred., • Computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)., • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within the parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices., • Can communicate in Mandarin/Cantonese as well as English., • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards., • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards., • Must be able to lift 35 lbs., • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

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  • Medical Assistant
    Medical Assistant
    1 month ago
    $21–$24 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    A busy and well-established gastroenterology practice seeks a responsible, goal-oriented, and experienced Medical Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be organized, compassionate, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced medical office. : Front Desk Duties: • Schedule and confirm patient appointments, • Book procedures, • Update and manage electronic medical records (EMR), • Verify insurance coverage and benefits, • Obtain prior authorizations for medications, MRI/CT scans, and procedures, • Coordinate specialist referrals, • Check in patients and answer phone calls professionally Back Office Duties: • Escort patients to exam rooms and record vital signs (weight, BP, pulse, temperature, etc.), • Assist physicians during exams and procedures, • Check out patients and provide follow-up instructions, • Explain treatment procedures to patients, • Maintain clean, stocked, and sterile exam rooms and instruments : • Certified Medical Assistant or Associate Degree in Medical Assisting (Required), • Bilingual in English and Spanish (Required), • CPR/BLS/ACLS certification (Preferred), • Prior experience in a gastroenterology or specialty practice (Preferred), • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities : Full-time : • 401(k), • Paid sick time, • Paid time off : • High school or equivalent (Required) : • Spanish (Required), • English (Required) : • Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

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