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RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract Speech Language Pathologist for a local contract job in Matawan, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist, • Discipline: Therapy, • Start Date: ASAP, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 40 hours per week, • Shift: 8 hours, • Hold a valid New Jersey educational services certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6A Chapter 9 with a Speech Language Specialist or a Speech Language Specialist endorsement (N.J.A.C. 6A:9-13.6) and other appropriate endorsement(s).\n\t, • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate, provide therapy, and provide strategies for the prevention and remediation of speech, language, and hearing disorders.\n\t, • Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.\n\t, • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of speech-language pathology, child growth and development, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.\n\t, • Demonstrate an understanding of current rules and regulations regarding Child Study Teams and special education assessment and program requirements.\n\t, • Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and the interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.\n\t, • Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.\n\t, • Demonstrate the ability to use technology effectively.\n\t, • Provide proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.\n\t, • Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education.\n\t, • Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:32-6.1 et seq.\n\t, • Provide comprehensive services for students with speech and/or language disorders, following N.J.A.C. 6A:14 et seq. and other State and District rules, regulations, and procedures.\n\t, • Develop and implement screening procedures to identify students who are in need of corrective speech, language, and/or hearing instruction (N.J.A.C. 6A:14-3.6).\n\t, • Participate on the Child Study Team when students with communications disorders are referred to the Team. Use observation, conferences with the instructional staff, and various assessment techniques to make diagnostic evaluations. Participate in Team conferences and communications with parents and students, and recommend intervention strategies for the Individual Education Plan (IEP). Monitor the Plan’s implementation, and participate in the Annual Review.\n\t, • Plan and deliver therapy for students with speech, language, and/or hearing deficiencies in individual and small group settings.\n\t, • Assist with referrals of students to agencies and resources in the community when appropriate.\n\t, • Develop and provide a means for the identification of pupils with disorders of language and/or speech.\n\t, • Develop necessary screening and evaluation procedures to determine the nature, etiology, and severity of the specific disabilities of the individuals identified with speech and/or language problems.\n\t, • Arrange through the designated administrative official and Child Study Team appropriate referrals of individuals whose communication problem requires additional diagnosis and/or treatment.\n\t, • Plan a therapy program and develop the IEP for those individuals diagnosed as having speech and/or language problems and arrange for the implementation of this program within the educational setting with involvement of parents.\n\t, • Conduct a therapy program that modifies the behavior that characterizes the speech and/or language disorder.\n\t, • Maintain accurate and detailed records of IEP plans, evaluations, and data from therapy on a continuous, systematic basis.\n\t, • Arrange parent and teacher conferences to inform and assist in the pupil’s progress.\n\t, • Serve as a consultant to the classroom teacher regarding speech and language development activities.\n\t, • Identify community resources which can be utilized by and for the communication disabled and cooperate with these agencies in providing a program of services for a pupil.\n\t, • Provide information and counsel to parents and teachers which may lead to the prevention of communication disorders.\n\t, • Meet with parents and teachers in regard to their role in facilitating an effective facilitative program for a particular pupil with a communication disorder.\n\t, • Perform Annual Review of each pupil’s IEP with involvement of parents.\n\t, • Perform speech and language evaluation when required by the Child Study Team and participate in staffing conferences of these required cases.\n\t, • Coordinate with outside agencies who provide Teacher of the Deaf consultation and audiological services.\n\t, • Keep aware and up to date of current rules and regulations governing application of the total speech program and recommend appropriate modifications to maintain this program consistent with requirements.\n\t, • Continue to evaluate effectiveness of communication devices and programs for students using Assistive Technology.\n\t, • Provide in class language lessons to designated groups as determined by need.\n\t, • Serve as a member of the designated Intervention and Referral Team, when requested.\n\t, • Consult with parents (or guardians) and members of related disciplines, including outside agencies regarding the needs of an individual with a communicative disorder.\n\t, • Recommend and participate in Assistive Technology and Augmentative Communication Evaluations for students in need.\n\t, • Provide regular evaluation of students receiving speech, language, and hearing specialized instruction to determine the effectiveness of services.\n\t, • Complete in a timely fashion all records and reports as required by law and regulation or requested by the Director of Special Education.\n\t, • Assist the instructional staff through conferences, consultations, observations, and demonstrations with classroom organization and the implementation of effective instructional strategies and materials for students with speech, language, and hearing disorders.\n\t, • Maintain positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with the administration, instructional staff, students, parents, and representatives of other school districts and agencies within the community.\n\t, • Recommend appropriate communication devices for non-verbal students and provide training for parents and staff members.\n\t, • Attend required staff meetings and serve, as appropriate, on staff committees.\n\t, • Participate in faculty, school, parent, and community meetings and programs, sharing observations, issues and resources available.\n\t, • Conduct or provide staff development sessions and educational programs for parents to promote an understanding of effective strategies to accommodate speech, language and hearing disorders.\n\t, • Notify immediately 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, controlled substances, or anabolic steroids.\n\t, • Summarize, interpret, and disseminate current developments in speech and language pathology through reading of professional journals, participation in professional development, and involvement in professional organizations.\n\t, • Continue to grow professionally through collaboration with colleagues and professional growth experiences. Complete the required hours of State-approved continuing professional development in accordance with State and District procedures, as specified in the Professional Improvement Plan (N.J.A.C. 6A:9-15.1 et seq.).\n\t, • Maintain in safe working condition and operate electronic and other equipment needed to carry out job functions and responsibilities.\n\t, • Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and other agencies associated with the school.\n\t, • Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.\n\t, • Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Principal or Director of Special Education and not otherwise prohibited by law.\n\t, • Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.\n\t, • Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.\n\t, • Speak and hear.\n\t, • Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.\n\t, • Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.\n\t We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

Job Description About impact.com impact.com is the world's leading commerce partnership marketing platform, transforming the way businesses grow by enabling them to discover, manage, and scale partnerships across the entire customer journey. From affiliates and influencers to content publishers, brand ambassadors, and customer advocates, impact.com empowers brands to drive trusted, performance-based growth through authentic relationships. Its award-winning products—Performance (affiliate), Creator (influencer), and Advocate (customer referral)—unify every type of partner into one integrated platform. As consumers increasingly rely on recommendations from people and communities they trust, impact.com helps brands show up where it matters most. Today, over 5,000 global brands, including Walmart, Uber, Shopify, Lenovo, L'Oréal, and Fanatics, rely on impact.com to power more than 225,000 partnerships that deliver measurable business results. Your Role at impact.com: The Creator Consulting Associate supports the Creator Consulting team by managing day-to-day execution, data analysis, and client coordination for global creator strategy engagements. You'll work directly under a Principal / Sr. Creator Consultant, supporting their work with some of the world's largest brands. Your role is part strategic, part operational—keeping engagements running smoothly, analyzing creator performance data, and helping translate strategy into action. What You'll Do: • Operational Excellence: Manage the daily workflows of creator consulting engagements, including documentation, scheduling, and follow-ups., • Data Analysis: Build reports, analyze creator and affiliate performance data, and synthesize insights for client presentations., • Platform Education: Act as a platform educator for clients and internal teams—helping translate creator strategies into workflows within the impact.com platform and creating simple how-to resources., • Client Coordination: Support internal and external communications, ensuring seamless execution across teams and regions., • Playbook Development: Help compile deliverables and playbooks following strategy workshops., • 2+ years of experience in affiliate marketing, creator marketing, and analytics (internships or full-time)., • Strong Excel/Sheets and presentation-building skills (Google Slides, PowerPoint)., • Curiosity about the creator economy, affiliate marketing, and performance media., • Exceptional organizational and communication skills., • A passion for marketing technology., • An analytical mindset with comfort in interpreting data. *This is the pay range the Company believes is equitable for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant, along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Benefits and Perks: At impact.com, we believe that when you're happy and fulfilled, you do your best work. That's why we've built a benefits package that supports your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, • Office-only catered lunch every Thursday, a healthy snack bar, and great coffee to keep you fueled, • Flexible spending accounts and 401(k), • Flexible Working: Our Responsible PTO policy means you can take the time off you need to rest and recharge. We're committed to a positive work-life balance and provide a flexible environment that allows you to be happy and fulfilled in both your career and your personal life., • Health and Wellness: Your well-being is a priority. Our mental health and wellness benefit includes up to 12 fully covered therapy/coaching sessions per year, with additional dependent coverage. We also offer a monthly gym reimbursement policy to support your physical health., • A Stake in Our Growth: We offer Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) as part of our total compensation, giving you a stake in the company's growth with a 3-year vesting schedule, pending Board approval., • Investing in Your Growth: We're committed to your continuous learning. Take advantage of our free Coursera subscription and our PXA courses., • Parental Support: We offer a generous parental leave policy, 26 weeks of fully paid leave for the primary caregiver and 13 weeks fully paid leave for the secondary caregiver. #LI_NewYork_NewYork

Job Description JOB SUMMARY The Care Coordinator functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide care coordination to a caseload of severely mentally ill adults with multiple medical comorbidities and/or co-occurring substance abuse disorders and/or medically ill individuals. Advocates for and supports the client, engages with community agencies/health care providers and others on his behalf to ensure access to services needed to increase wellness self-management and reduce emergency room visits and/ or hospitalizations. Provides clinical support to the Team by providing consultation, education, information around psychosocial and/or substance abuse conditions, interventions, resources to maintain focus on outcomes and best practices. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) • Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of assigned clients to document strengths, needs, goals, and resources., • Participates in the development/documentation /review and update of client centered comprehensive integrated, interdisciplinary care plan in consultation with other team members to ensure focus on desired outcomes., • Maintains effective communications with clients, primary care physicians, substance abuse, and mental healthcare providers, family, collateral resources and other Agency staff on behalf of clients., • Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely, and accurate manner as per policy and procedure., • Coordinates care planning with other providers of services/ resources to ensure goal directed, collaborative care, including care transitions., • Works as part of a Care Coordination team; attends and participates in team meetings to provide input/feedback around psychosocial and medical conditions conditions/comorbidities to review client status, update plans and goals, review outcomes to further program goals., • Acts as a resources/consultant to all team members on psychosocial, medical and/or substance abuse issues and resources., • Provides telephonic as well as face-to-face outreach, engagement, and service planning in the field., • Acts as a linkage to community services including medical, behavioral, residential, entitlement and any other needed services per interdisciplinary care plan., • Monitors overall service delivery to clients to ensure coordination and continuity; advocates with service providers/resources as needed., • Provides crisis intervention and follow-up., • May be assigned other tasks and duties reasonably related to the job responsibilities., • Working knowledge of computer software and electronic health record systems, • Demonstrated competency in written, verbal, and computational skills to present and document records in accordance with program standards., • Experienced in and demonstrated comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the interdisciplinary planning process and the developmental treatment model., • Knowledge of Medicaid, Social Security and other entitlements preferred., • Excellent interpersonal skills required., • Specific training for the designated assessment tool(s), the array of services and supports available, and the client-centered service planning process. Training in assessment of individuals whose condition may trigger a need for HCBS and supports, and an ongoing knowledge of current best practices to improve health and quality of life. 1. A bachelor’s degree in one of the fields listed below1; or, 2. A NYS teacher’s certificate for which a bachelor’s degree is required; or, 3. NYS licensure and registration as a Registered Nurse and a bachelor’s degree; or, 4. A Bachelor’s level education or higher in any field with five years of experience working directly with persons with behavioral health diagnoses; or, 5. A Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). 1 Qualifying education includes degrees featuring a major or concentration in social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreation or recreation therapy, counseling, community mental health, child and family studies, sociology, speech and hearing or other human services field AND two years of experience: 1. In providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders; or

Job Description JOB SUMMARY The Care Coordinator functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide care coordination to a caseload of severely mentally ill adults with multiple medical comorbidities and/or co-occurring substance abuse disorders and/or medically ill individuals. Advocates for and supports the client, engages with community agencies/health care providers and others on his behalf to ensure access to services needed to increase wellness self-management and reduce emergency room visits and/ or hospitalizations. Provides clinical support to the Team by providing consultation, education, information around psychosocial and/or substance abuse conditions, interventions, resources to maintain focus on outcomes and best practices. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) • Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of assigned clients to document strengths, needs, goals, and resources., • Participates in the development/documentation /review and update of client centered comprehensive integrated, interdisciplinary care plan in consultation with other team members to ensure focus on desired outcomes., • Maintains effective communications with clients, primary care physicians, substance abuse, and mental healthcare providers, family, collateral resources and other Agency staff on behalf of clients., • Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely, and accurate manner as per policy and procedure., • Coordinates care planning with other providers of services/ resources to ensure goal directed, collaborative care, including care transitions., • Works as part of a Care Coordination team; attends and participates in team meetings to provide input/feedback around psychosocial and medical conditions conditions/comorbidities to review client status, update plans and goals, review outcomes to further program goals., • Acts as a resources/consultant to all team members on psychosocial, medical and/or substance abuse issues and resources., • Provides telephonic as well as face-to-face outreach, engagement, and service planning in the field., • Acts as a linkage to community services including medical, behavioral, residential, entitlement and any other needed services per interdisciplinary care plan., • Monitors overall service delivery to clients to ensure coordination and continuity; advocates with service providers/resources as needed., • Provides crisis intervention and follow-up., • May be assigned other tasks and duties reasonably related to the job responsibilities., • Working knowledge of computer software and electronic health record systems, • Demonstrated competency in written, verbal, and computational skills to present and document records in accordance with program standards., • Experienced in and demonstrated comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the interdisciplinary planning process and the developmental treatment model., • Knowledge of Medicaid, Social Security and other entitlements preferred., • Excellent interpersonal skills required., • Specific training for the designated assessment tool(s), the array of services and supports available, and the client-centered service planning process. Training in assessment of individuals whose condition may trigger a need for HCBS and supports, and an ongoing knowledge of current best practices to improve health and quality of life. 1. A bachelor’s degree in one of the fields listed below1; or, 2. A NYS teacher’s certificate for which a bachelor’s degree is required; or, 3. NYS licensure and registration as a Registered Nurse and a bachelor’s degree; or, 4. A Bachelor’s level education or higher in any field with five years of experience working directly with persons with behavioral health diagnoses; or, 5. A Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). 1 Qualifying education includes degrees featuring a major or concentration in social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreation or recreation therapy, counseling, community mental health, child and family studies, sociology, speech and hearing or other human services field AND two years of experience: 1. In providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders; or, 2. In linking individuals with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders to a broad range of services essential to successful living in a community setting (e.g. medical, psychiatric, social, educational, legal, housing and financial services). A master’s degree in one of the qualifying education fields may be substituted for one year of experience.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Care Coordinator functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide care coordination to a caseload of severely mentally ill adults with multiple medical comorbidities and/or co-occurring substance abuse disorders and/or medically ill individuals. Advocates for and supports the client, engages with community agencies/health care providers and others on his behalf to ensure access to services needed to increase wellness self-management and reduce emergency room visits and/ or hospitalizations. Provides clinical support to the Team by providing consultation, education, information around psychosocial and/or substance abuse conditions, interventions, resources to maintain focus on outcomes and best practices. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) • Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of assigned clients to document strengths, needs, goals, and resources., • Participates in the development/documentation /review and update of client centered comprehensive integrated, interdisciplinary care plan in consultation with other team members to ensure focus on desired outcomes., • Maintains effective communications with clients, primary care physicians, substance abuse, and mental healthcare providers, family, collateral resources and other Agency staff on behalf of clients., • Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely, and accurate manner as per policy and procedure., • Coordinates care planning with other providers of services/ resources to ensure goal directed, collaborative care, including care transitions., • Works as part of a Care Coordination team; attends and participates in team meetings to provide input/feedback around psychosocial and medical conditions conditions/comorbidities to review client status, update plans and goals, review outcomes to further program goals., • Acts as a resources/consultant to all team members on psychosocial, medical and/or substance abuse issues and resources., • Provides telephonic as well as face-to-face outreach, engagement, and service planning in the field., • Acts as a linkage to community services including medical, behavioral, residential, entitlement and any other needed services per interdisciplinary care plan., • Monitors overall service delivery to clients to ensure coordination and continuity; advocates with service providers/resources as needed., • Provides crisis intervention and follow-up., • May be assigned other tasks and duties reasonably related to the job responsibilities., • Working knowledge of computer software and electronic health record systems, • Demonstrated competency in written, verbal, and computational skills to present and document records in accordance with program standards., • Experienced in and demonstrated comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the interdisciplinary planning process and the developmental treatment model., • Knowledge of Medicaid, Social Security and other entitlements preferred., • Excellent interpersonal skills required., • Specific training for the designated assessment tool(s), the array of services and supports available, and the client-centered service planning Training in assessment of individuals whose condition may trigger a need for HCBS and supports, and an ongoing knowledge of current best practices to improve health and quality of life. 1. A bachelor’s degree in one of the fields listed below1; or, 2. A NYS teacher’s certificate for which a bachelor’s degree is required; or, 3. NYS licensure and registration as a Registered Nurse and a bachelor’s degree; or, 4. A Bachelor’s level education or higher in any field with five years of experience working directly with persons with behavioral health diagnoses; or, 5. A Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). 1 Qualifying education includes degrees featuring a major or concentration in social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreation or recreation therapy, counseling, community mental health, child and family studies, sociology, speech and hearing or other human services field AND two years of experience: 1. In providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders; or

Job Description POSITION: Occupational Therapist/COTA LOCATIONS: Roselle/East Orange NJ ( School Districts) SALARY: starting at $70 per hour, based on years of clinical experience/experience in a school-based setting. ABOUT PILLAR CARE CONTINUUM: Pillar Care Continuum is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence and participation in the community. Founded in 1953 to meet the needs of children with cerebral palsy and their families, Pillar Care has steadily grown and now delivers life-affirming services to infants, children, adults and their families throughout northern New Jersey through 27 program locations. Pillar Care provides specialized programs to meet a wide range of educational, therapeutic, and social needs of people with various disabilities. The agency serves over 1,650 families each year and employs 700 full- and part-time employees. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY: We are seeking a collaborative, passionate Occupational Therapist who is looking to make a difference? Join our supportive team to provide therapy services to students within the public-school setting. As a staff member, you will be involved in enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence, and participation in the community. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Conducts initial screenings and/or evaluations using formal and informal assessments; interprets and analyzes data; submits full comprehensive written reports of findings., • Identifies and implements long and short-term treatment plans, either individually or in a group setting or indirectly as a consultant, including educationally relevant goals and methods to achieve identified goals within given time frame, • Submits to appropriate source written reports such as client reevaluations/ updates, anecdotal notes, clinic notes, special interim reports and other related information using required formats/ forms; maintains service-related records following billing, reimbursements and procurement procedures, • Coordinates and integrates occupational therapy with other therapy and educational programs, • Develops home or classroom programs for specific clients providing printed handouts or instructions; provides direct training for appropriate home or classroom personnel, • Participates in conferences, meetings and other planning sessions concerning individual children; recommends therapy activities as part of total treatment plan, • May design, fabricate, adjust, or make minor repairs to therapeutic equipment for individuals and participate in ordering equipment for home, school, or community, • Reviews and revises treatment programs as required; terminates treatment service when appropriate, • Identifies own education and supervision needs; attends educational courses to maintain and update knowledge and skills; may conduct in-service education to staff and team members, • Initiates contact with direct supervisor to report any concerns regarding safety and appropriate care, schedule changes, new referrals, • Travel to school locations away from administrative office, • May be required to supervise COTA’s following professional guidelines., • Demonstrated knowledge of and independence in the use of varied treatment approaches; knowledge of child development, • Ability to relate and treat a variety of students with disabilities without bias or prejudice, • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with students, parents, and other professionals, • Respect and maintain confidentiality, • Build and promote teamwork; maintains proper working relationships with students, parents, co-workers and supervisors, • Maintain a safe working environment; adheres to ethical standards of the profession, policies, procedures and standard health precautions Bachelor's Degree and graduation from an accredited AOTA (American O.T. Association) occupational therapy program; successful completion of NBCOT (National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy) Certification Examination; State of New Jersey of license; NJ Department of Education Certification as an Occupational Therapist; fingerprint examination and approval. OR Graduate of an AOTA (American O.T. Association) approved occupational therapy assistant program and successful completion of NBCOT (National Board of Certification of OT) Certification Examination or an equivalent combination, New Jersey State License fingerprint examination and approval by State of NJ. Pillar Care Continuum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more about our schools here: Pillar Care | Therapies In Public Schools

Job Description JOB TITLE: Cultural Broker & Education Advocate EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time REPORTS TO: Director of Compliance LOCATION: Services provided city-wide (offices based in Queens, Brooklyn & the Bronx) SALARY: $60,000 annually ABOUT AAFSC: For over 30 years, the Arab-American Family Support Center (AAFSC) has proudly served immigrants and refugees. We help children stay safe, families remain together, and newcomers navigate life in New York City. While our doors are open to all, AAFSC has expertise in serving Arab, Middle Eastern, North African, Muslim, and South Asian communities. JOB SUMMARY: The Cultural Broker & Education Advocate provides strategic advocacy as well as information & referrals for our constituents as they and their case workers navigate complex education, health, and social services systems across New York City. By doing so, the Cultural Broker & Education Advocate improves accessibility for clients and advocates for change in these systems. This role builds key relationships and support networks with state & government entities and community-based organizations in order to assess or voice gaps in resources. This role also provides efficient case and administrative support for their assigned Preventive Services unit, including performing administrative tasks, such as maintaining case files, updating referral information, and assisting with the upkeep of case records. A successful person in this role will bring a trauma-informed, culturally-responsive, and linguistically-appropriate lens to this position. A commitment to immigrant, refugee, and low-income communities is essential for success in this role. The Cultural Broker & Education Advocate will report to the Director of Compliance and provide support across all five preventive programs on an as-needed basis. The Solution Based Casework (SBC) model is based on three theoretical foundations: family life cycle theory, relapse prevention/CBT theory, and solution- focused family therapy. Partnership with families in each case is critical to reducing risks and solutions should utilize prevention skills to achieve those goals. The Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model works with youth between the ages of 11 to 18 who struggle with behavioral and/or emotional problems and have been referred by the juvenile justice, mental health, school, or child welfare system. aafscny.org As a strength-based model, FFT focuses on acceptance and respect and uses assessments and interventions to determine risk and protective factors in relation to the family and youth’s development. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Information & Referral * Provide advocacy for clients by interacting with clients and human service agencies resolving problems and providing information. * Field incoming phone calls to provide information and referral service activities including intake, assessment, and referral. * Provide excellent customer service. * Submit all relevant information to Case Planners, Program Supervisor and/or Program Director. * Assist Case Planners and Conference Facilitators in conducting case recommendation referrals as needed and as assigned by the Supervisor, Program Director, and/or Director of Compliance. * Assist in maintaining an accurate and through database consisting of community resources. * Provide written and verbal feedback to the supervisor on efforts & outcomes. External Relations * Assist in maintaining key relationships with the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS), the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), the Department of Education (DOE), religious and community organizations, and other preventive providers throughout the city. * Suggest improvements in Preventive Services processes as they relate to client accessibility navigating government systems. * Coordinate with the Resource Development team to increase the accessibility and visibility of AMENAMSA clients and their needs. * In collaboration with Resource Development team and Preventive Leadership, support with organizing client and community member meetings, workshops, and other community-building and educational forums. * In collaboration with the Resource Development team and Preventive Leadership, strategize, coordinate and implement targeted outreach to community residents (e.g. develop outreach materials, plan informational sessions on key issues, place targeted ads in ethnic media, etc.). * Attend regular meetings and special events as needed, as an ambassador and champion of AAFSC. Case Support * Maintain case files and record keeping in compliance with ACS standards, and all existing Federal, State and City laws (updating HIPAA and consent forms, documenting case work, printing progress notes and organizing documents). * Maintain internal and external databases (PROMIS, Connections, Apricot Client database, etc.) by entering relevant collateral contacts, ensuring quality of notes, uploading closing packets, and printing notes, face sheets, and forms. * Provide support to the Cultural Broker roles in Unit One (SBC Brooklyn, SBC Bronx, and FFT) or Unit Two (SBC Astoria, SBC Jackson Heights, and FFT) on an on-site rotating basis. * Serve as an education advocate for approximately 224 cases across all assigned unit and assist with obtaining educational records and uploading them into Connections. * Proofread case notes to edit spelling and grammatical errors and content for best case practice. * Review physical and online case files to ensure proper documentation is uploaded accordingly. * With support from the Supervisor and coordination with the Case Planner or Therapist, ensure the physical case file is complete, prior to the closing process. * As assigned by Supervisor, assist Case Planners or Therapists by making collateral contacts, obtaining documentation for record-keeping, and support with the development and follow-up on case plans (as needed). * Submit ACS support requests, including furniture requests, OPTA related services, investigative consultant services, clinical services, HCS requests, etc.) * Participate in case conferences (as needed). * As assigned by Supervisor and in support of case planners, complete home visits when needed. Administrative * Assist in the administration of surveys and other program assessments to establish an ecosystem map of client needs and gaps in needs. * Support with front-desk administrative duties (answering phone calls and directing to appropriate personnel) when coverage is needed. * Prepare reports and paperwork for Preventive Services Supervisor and Director. * Take notes during PPRS meetings. Quality Assurance, Communication and Documentation * Support monitoring the effectiveness of Quality Improvement implementation, identify remaining gaps, and follow-up with relevant staff to ensure sustainable change and improvement. * Collaborate across teams by working with program leadership to implement data driven strategies to their programs, as required by evolving programmatic or reporting needs. * Complete all documents required by ACS in a timely manner and in compliance with ACS’ Preventive Services Quality Assurance Standards and Indicators as well as with OCFS’ Preventive Services Practice Guidance Manual. * Obtain and maintain collateral contacts with all other service providers including school and medical reports on a regular basis. * Comply with all data entry requirements for database systems inputting information in a timely manner (PROMIS, Connections, Apricot Client database). * Compile and organize appropriate client intake paperwork, surveys, and forms. Maintain casefiles, database entry, and record keeping in compliance with ACS, OCFS, and AAFSC requirements in alignment with the evidence-based program guidelines. * Appropriately follow incident reporting procedures (as needed). * Maintain professional relationships with ACS personnel as well as other service providers and staff. * Regularly collaborate and communicate with staff by responding to emails, maintaining an up-to-date outlook calendar, participating in supervision meetings, and scheduling office days. Other Duties and Responsibilities * Participate in AAFSC meetings and internal and external trainings (mandated reporter, safety and risk, etc.). * Assist in preparation for city and/or other agency audits. * Perform other duties assigned by Preventive Services Director. BACKGROUND & POSITION REQUIREMENTS: * Bachelor’s degree required. * Two years of experience in child welfare and family services preferred. * Familiarity with using PROMIS and Connections preferred. * Strong writing and communication skills required. * Excellent organizational, time-management, follow-up, and administrative skills with attention to detail. * Self-starter with the ability to work independently, and as a part of a team, in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. * Bilingual fluency in English as well as one of the following languages is a plus: Arabic, Spanish, Urdu, Bangla/Bengali, or another language. * Exercises discretion regarding sensitive personal and legal information. * Job contingent on pre-employment background check and fingerprint clearance. * U.S. Work authorization required. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Powered by JazzHR DHv7JBTFyN

Job Description Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center!** We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Job Duties Performs respiratory therapy procedures as per scope of service and NJ Board of Respiratory Therapy, either independently according to protocols or under physician orders, such as but not limited to: Administration of oxygen, aerosol and medicated aerosol therapy. Initiation, monitoring and maintenance of mechanical ventilation. Blood-Gas drawing (with certification) and Acid-Base analyses. Suctioning of patient airway, trach and mouth care, bronchial hygiene. CPR. Delivers, sets-up, monitors and changes medical gases as required. Intubation (with certification). Tracheostomy care. Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Performs cardiopulmonary evaluations and assessments and diagnostic procedures including but not limited to breath sounds, weaning parameters, point of function testing, ABG (arterial blood gases), discharge planning and possible home care needs. Assessments will include evaluation of treatment and/or procedure outcomes as compared to physician goals and appropriate follow-up action. Positions patients as required (e.g., by physician's orders, patient's condition, or therapy being administered). Responsible for the assembly, sequential operation, and calibration of equipment and accessories to implement associated therapeutic regimens including, but not limited to, teaching inpatients and outpatients incentive spirometry as appropriate; instructs patients and family before discharge on pulmonary rehabilitation procedures (e.g., deep breathing, use of equipment at home, suctioning procedures). Attends and participates in Medical Rounds and teaching conferences. Documents patient outcomes and maintains other required documentation in patient chart and department records according to departmental policies and procedures. Maintains open lines of communication with other disciplines to facilitate resolution of problems and patient care issues in a timely manner. Acts as resource or consultant to physicians, nurses, patients and families and to other Respiratory Care practitioners and the public to provide appropriate, tactful support and education when requested and required; provides clinical supervision of care given by Technicians as well as supporting higher-credentialed personnel. Performs infection control procedures (i.e. changing resuscitator bags, aerosol set-ups and recycling same as required); processes equipment on an as-needed basis. Reports problems or unusual circumstances to appropriate member of health care team. Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures, and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps. Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements. OTHER JOB DUTIES After cross-training, provides coverage for all divisions served by Respiratory Care Services as required. Keeps abreast of current literature, new developments and new equipment affecting the delivery of respiratory care; undergoes competency testing annually. Conducts in-service education for hospital staff as directed. Assists in inventory control as directed. Assists in performance improvement projects. Performs other related duties as required. BASIC COMPETENCIES Education Graduation from an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program required for new hires. Current NJ license as Respiratory Therapist required, CRT certified by the NRBC, BLS certification. Experience 1 year of critical care experience preferred. Skills Good oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position. JOB SETTING/PHYSICAL DEMANDS Patient care areas, Respiratory Care Services office, off-site locations, decontamination area, tank yard; contact with staff, patients, family. Must be available for overtime and work on varied shifts as needed. Manual dexterity. Ability to distinguish colors. Ability to hear alarms, breath sounds, verbal instructions and respond to auditory cues. Occasional prolonged standing/walking. Occasionally lifts heavy supplies/equipment (up to 50 lbs.). Manual dexterity and mobility. Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching. Protective clothing required: protective goggles, mask, non-permeable gown, gloves, and particulate respirator Salary commensurate with experience within posted range. $33.12 TO $36.18 PER HOUR PLUS DIFFERENTIALS EVENING $2.40 PER HOUR, NIGHT $2.40, WEEKEND $1.75 We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development. Company DescriptionBergen New Bridge Medical Center, a clinical affiliate of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is a 1,070 bed hospital located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ. Founded in 1916 to treat patients with contagious diseases, the medical center has grown to become both the largest hospital and licensed nursing home in New Jersey and the fourth-largest publicly-owned hospital in the nation. A safety net facility, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, renamed in October 2017, provides high-quality comprehensive services including long term care, behavioral health care, substance abuse treatment, and acute care to the greater Bergen County community. The medical center, including its Long Term Care Division, is fully accredited by The Joint Commission. With 323 behavioral health beds and 84 medical detox beds, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is one of the largest medical facilities providing a continuum of care for those in need of behavioral health and/or substance abuse treatment. Please apply on our website: New Bridge Medical Center, a clinical affiliate of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is a 1,070 bed hospital located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ. Founded in 1916 to treat patients with contagious diseases, the medical center has grown to become both the largest hospital and licensed nursing home in New Jersey and the fourth-largest publicly-owned hospital in the nation. \r\n\r\nA safety net facility, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, renamed in October 2017, provides high-quality comprehensive services including long term care, behavioral health care, substance abuse treatment, and acute care to the greater Bergen County community. The medical center, including its Long Term Care Division, is fully accredited by The Joint Commission. With 323 behavioral health beds and 84 medical detox beds, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is one of the largest medical facilities providing a continuum of care for those in need of behavioral health and/or substance abuse treatment.\r\n\r\nPlease apply on our website:

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Care Coordinator functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide care coordination to a caseload of severely mentally ill adults with multiple medical comorbidities and/or co-occurring substance abuse disorders and/or medically ill individuals. Advocates for and supports the client, engages with community agencies/health care providers and others on his behalf to ensure access to services needed to increase wellness self-management and reduce emergency room visits and/ or hospitalizations. Provides clinical support to the Team by providing consultation, education, information around psychosocial and/or substance abuse conditions, interventions, resources to maintain focus on outcomes and best practices. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) • Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of assigned clients to document strengths, needs, goals, and resources., • Participates in the development/documentation /review and update of client centered comprehensive integrated, interdisciplinary care plan in consultation with other team members to ensure focus on desired outcomes., • Maintains effective communications with clients, primary care physicians, substance abuse, and mental healthcare providers, family, collateral resources and other Agency staff on behalf of clients., • Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely, and accurate manner as per policy and procedure., • Coordinates care planning with other providers of services/ resources to ensure goal directed, collaborative care, including care transitions., • Works as part of a Care Coordination team; attends and participates in team meetings to provide input/feedback around psychosocial and medical conditions conditions/comorbidities to review client status, update plans and goals, review outcomes to further program goals., • Acts as a resources/consultant to all team members on psychosocial, medical and/or substance abuse issues and resources., • Provides telephonic as well as face-to-face outreach, engagement, and service planning in the field., • Acts as a linkage to community services including medical, behavioral, residential, entitlement and any other needed services per interdisciplinary care plan., • Monitors overall service delivery to clients to ensure coordination and continuity; advocates with service providers/resources as needed., • Provides crisis intervention and follow-up., • May be assigned other tasks and duties reasonably related to the job responsibilities., • Working knowledge of computer software and electronic health record systems, • Demonstrated competency in written, verbal, and computational skills to present and document records in accordance with program standards., • Experienced in and demonstrated comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the interdisciplinary planning process and the developmental treatment model., • Knowledge of Medicaid, Social Security and other entitlements preferred., • Excellent interpersonal skills required., • Specific training for the designated assessment tool(s), the array of services and supports available, and the client-centered service planning process. Training in assessment of individuals whose condition may trigger a need for HCBS and supports, and an ongoing knowledge of current best practices to improve health and quality of life., • A bachelor’s degree in one of the fields listed below1; or, • A NYS teacher’s certificate for which a bachelor’s degree is required; or, • NYS licensure and registration as a Registered Nurse and a bachelor’s degree; or, • A bachelor’s level education or higher in any field with five years of experience working directly with persons with behavioral health diagnoses; or AND two years of experience: • In providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders; or