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  • HHA (Fluent in Russian, Ukrainian or Polish)
    HHA (Fluent in Russian, Ukrainian or Polish)
    5 hours ago
    Full-time
    Elizabeth

    Join Our Team as a Certified Home Health Aide - Urgently Hiring Russian, Ukrainian and Polish Speakers! Earn up to $18hr + Extra Cash through our Caregiver Rewards Program!* (Earn extra money for Great Care, Reliability & Referrals — plus weekly $250 drawings!) Looking for a job where you’re appreciated, supported, and not rushed from client to client? We’re hiring caring and reliable HHA's looking for flexible schedules, opportunities to earn extra money, and a team that truly supports them. Join CareFinders Total Care and provide meaningful, one-on-one care that makes a real difference. Job Requirements: Valid NJ Board of Nursing Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) License Fluent in Russian, Ukrainian, or Polish, bilingual preferred Must be willing to work in Elizabeth or Union, NJ Reliable transportation Have compassion, reliability, trustworthiness, and honesty What we offer to make your experience with us rewarding and enjoyable: Paid Orientation Weekly Pay — Your time matters, and so does timely pay Flexible Schedules — Full-time, part-time, and weekend shifts Referral Bonus Program — Earn up to $375 for referring a friend Caregiver Rewards Program - Earn extra money throughout the year for reliability, great care, referring friends/family to work here, and MORE! Premium Holiday Pay — Because your extra effort deserves extra pay Paid Time Off + Benefits — Including medical, dental, vision, and retirement Free Employee Assistance Program — Free counseling, legal help, and more! Discount Perks — Save on entertainment, shopping, and more Career Growth — We’ll help you keep learning and moving forward Job Responsibilities: Enhancing clients' well-being and quality of life as a CHHA. Frequent standing and walking; assisting members with daily activities (dressing, bathing, and meals); bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and occasional lifting or supporting individuals Provide direct client care, such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and medication reminders. Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment. Provide transportation, meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and grocery shopping as needed. Support clients in completing activities of daily living. Influence clients' quality of life through promoting patient safety, hygiene, healthy eating, medication adherence, clean environments, happiness, and social engagement. Comfortable working in diverse client homes and respecting various personalities and behaviors. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Our Mission: To provide access to the care that matters — for those who need it most. Our Values: Caring. Collaborative. Dedicated. Purposeful. These aren’t just words — they’re how we show up every day. If your heart is in the right place, we’d love to welcome you into ours. Apply today — and start making a difference close to home.

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  • Front of House Manager
    Front of House Manager
    11 hours ago
    $50000–$55000 yearly
    Full-time
    Piscataway

    Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year Job description: Tacoria was founded as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our community. Our food is made fresh daily, our ingredients come straight from local farms. (visit our website: www.tacoria.com.) Due to our current growth and expansion, we currently have a Front of House Manager position available at our restaurant. If you have experience managing a team of cashiers and front of house staff, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to join a growing company we want to hear from you. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Hiring, scheduling, managing, and training the front of house team, • Maintaining a clean and organized front of house, • Creating an exceptional guest experience, • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, • Participating in audits and inspections, • Providing conflict resolution and ensuring disciplinary procedures are followed and that all standards are upheld What skills do you bring to the table? • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, • One (1) year of previous restaurant experience, • Ability to lead a team, • Excellent communication skills, • Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS What else do you need? • US work authorization (required), • High school or equivalent (GED), • Serve Safe certification (preferred), • Flexibility and an open schedule to allows you to cover shifts as needed, • Reliable transportation, • Ability to work an 8 hour shift, which includes weekends What do we offer? • Salary of $50,000 - $55,000 per year (depending on your experience), • Benefits & Perks including:, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Free shift meals and discounts on your day off This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: • Dependable, • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people, • Flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires shifts in direction, • Detail-oriented, • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, • Independent -- enjoys working with little direction, • High stress tolerance -- doesn't mind a high-pressure environment If you’d like to be part of a friendly and fun environment, with growth potential, then come interview with us. Help us share our culinary expertise with our customers while providing them with a taste of Mexican culture. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Employees wear personal protective equipment (provided) Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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  • Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries
    Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries
    1 day ago
    $18–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Central Ward, Newark

    Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries LaTasse Café | Downtown Newark, NJ | On-site Position: Full-time, approximately 35–40 hours per week Pay: $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience Schedule: Primarily morning and daytime shifts, including weekends. Flexibility to cover other scheduled shifts is required. Café operating hours are 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. LaTasse Café is seeking an experienced chef or cook with a strong understanding of specialty sandwich preparation, ingredient quality, and presentation. Our menu features French-inspired and café-style sandwiches alongside coffee, pastries, fresh juices, and smoothies. You will prepare sandwiches with consistent flavor and portions, bake and finish ready-to-bake pastries, and maintain an organized food preparation station. Reporting to the Café Manager, you will bring culinary skill, reliability, and attention to detail to every order. Responsibilities • Prepare specialty sandwiches, including jambon-beurre, chicken and provolone, tuna, and vegetarian options., • Prepare ingredients according to approved recipes, balancing flavor, texture, and presentation., • Handle breads, meats, cheeses, vegetables, and spreads carefully to maintain freshness and quality., • Organize ingredient preparation before service and keep the station stocked., • Follow recipe and portion standards; recommend improvements for management approval., • Bake and finish ready-to-bake pastries, following product instructions and monitoring oven times and temperatures., • Maintain attractive pastry displays and monitor product freshness., • Coordinate with baristas to complete in-person, pickup, and delivery orders efficiently., • Package and label orders accurately, keeping products presentable during transport., • Follow food safety, allergen precautions, temperature control, storage, and date-labeling procedures., • Rotate stock, track waste, and communicate ingredient shortages., • Clean and sanitize utensils, equipment, and preparation areas., • Complete opening, closing, and shift handover duties. Required qualifications • At least two years of professional food preparation experience as a chef or cook in a café, restaurant, deli, or sandwich shop., • Demonstrated skill preparing specialty sandwiches with consistent quality., • Understanding of bread selection, ingredient preparation, flavor combinations, and portion control., • A current food handler certificate is required before your first shift., • Ability to operate café ovens safely and follow ready-to-bake pastry instructions., • Strong organization, cleanliness, teamwork, and order accuracy., • Ability to work efficiently during busy service., • Reliable attendance and a dependable commute to Downtown Newark., • Availability for agreed shifts, including weekends. Culinary training and experience with French-style sandwiches are preferred. Training will be provided on LaTasse’s recipes and pastry products.

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  • Back of House Manager
    Back of House Manager
    1 day ago
    $55000–$65000 yearly
    Full-time
    Summit

    Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Job description: Do you love Mexican food? Well, we do too! We founded Tacoria as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our local community. Our food is made fresh daily, and our ingredients come straight from local farms. (For more on our story, visit our website: www.tacoria.com.) Due to our current growth and expansion, we currently have several Kitchen Manager positions available at our restaurant in Edgewater. If you have experience managing and motivating a team of line cooks, enjoy working in a fast-paced and fun environment, and want to join a rapidly growing company with massive potential, then we want to hear from you. What will you be doing? • Managing a team of up to kitchen staff, including line chefs, • Ensuring the quality and consistency of our food, • Scheduling, supervising, and providing culinary training to the team, • Rolling out menu and recipe changes and ensuring staff is trained and well versed with our menu, • Maintaining equipment, • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and participating in audits and inspections, • Monitoring food costs What skills do you bring to the table? • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, • One (1) year of previous restaurant experience (preferred), • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a team (1 year preferred), • Excellent communication skills, • Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS What else do you need? • US work authorization (required), • High school or equivalent (GED), • Culinary education or mentorship (preferred), • Serve Safe certification (preferred), • Flexibility and an open schedule to allows you to cover shifts as needed, • Reliable transportation to get you to work, • Ability to work an 8 hour shift, which may include weekends What do we offer? • Salary of $55,000 - $65,000 per year (depending on your experience), • Benefits & Perks including:, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Free shift meals and discounts on your day off! This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous, • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects, • Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction, • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture, • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail, • Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction, • High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment If you’d like to be part of a friendly and challenging (yet fun) environment, with potential for growth, then come join us as a Kitchen Manager. Help us share our culinary expertise with our customers while providing them with a taste of Mexican culture. Become part of our story! While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in NJ, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Continue to wear personal protective equipment (provided), • Allow for temperature screenings Visit us at our Company's website: tacoria.com Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training Shift: • Day shift, • Evening shift, • Night shift Work Location: In person

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  • Company Drivers wanted - CDL Driver class A
    Company Drivers wanted - CDL Driver class A
    3 days ago
    $24–$26 hourly
    Full-time
    Elizabeth

    We are seeking dedicated and skilled truck drivers to operate our fleet. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting goods safely and efficiently across designated routes. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, excellent driving skills, and the ability to handle various types of trailers and routes, delivering the cargo safely to our customers. Duties Execute route driving responsibilities, ensuring timely delivery of freight. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle and trailer inspections for safety and regulatory compliance. Maintain accurate delivery records, including hours of service logs and maintenance records. Adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations. Communicate effectively with dispatchers regarding schedules and transport issues. Experience & Requirements Location: In person (Elizabeth, NJ 07201) Proven experience in truck driving with a valid CDL. Experience with route driving and freight handling is essential. Familiarity with refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, and tractor trailers is preferred. Ability to operate manual transmission vehicles is an advantage. Proven experience in truck driving with a valid commercial driver's license (CDL Class A). Familiarity with operating refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, and tractor-trailers is preferred. Experience with route driving and freight handling is essential. Strong understanding of safety protocols related to truck driving and cargo transportation. Pay details: $24 per hour to $26 per hour (Hazmat) If you are an experienced Truck Driver looking for a new opportunity in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us in delivering excellence on the road! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour Experience: CDL Class A: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: CDL Class A (Required) Hazmat Endorsement (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Elizabeth, NJ 07201 (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Packer / Loader
    Packer / Loader
    20 days ago
    $22–$30 hourly
    Full-time
    Union, Union

    Job Summary LXS Homes is growing, and we are looking for dedicated, hardworking, and experienced Movers and Drivers to join our professional relocation and logistics team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely packing, loading, transporting, and unloading furniture, equipment, and household goods for our residential clients. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in the moving industry, strong physical stamina, excellent customer service skills, and—for driver applicants—a clean driving record and experience operating box trucks or commercial moving vehicles. If you take pride in doing a job carefully, efficiently, and with a positive attitude, we want you on our team. Key Responsibilities Safe Transport & Driving: Safely drive and navigate company moving trucks to and from client locations, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations. * Packing & Wrapping: Properly wrap furniture, appliances, and fragile items using moving blankets, bubble wrap, and packing supplies to prevent damage. * Loading & Unloading: Efficiently load, secure, and unload cargo in moving trucks using proper stacking techniques, dollies, ramps, and straps. * Assembly & Placement: Disassemble and reassemble furniture as needed, and place items in designated rooms according to customer specifications. * Customer Care: Act as the face of LXS Homes by providing courteous, professional, and friendly communication with clients throughout the moving process. * Inspection & Inventory: Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, manage inventory lists, and report any incidents or equipment issues immediately. * Safety Compliance: Follow all company safety policies, practice correct heavy-lifting ergonomics, and keep the work site and truck clean. Qualifications & Requirements Experience: Minimum of [1–2+ years] of proven hands-on experience as a professional mover or truck driver in the moving/logistics industry. Driver Requirements (For Driver Positions): Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (Commercial Driver's License / CDL is a plus, but standard box truck experience is accepted). * Physical Strength: High physical fitness and stamina, with the ability to safely lift and carry heavy items (70+ lbs) repeatedly throughout a full shift. * Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with team members and clients. * Reliability & Professionalism: Punctual, trustworthy, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a neat appearance. * Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. What We Offer Competitive hourly pay + performance tips Opportunities for career advancement into crew lead or logistics management roles Paid time off (PTO) and health benefits (optional/customizable based on company policy) Supportive, team-oriented work environment LXS Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

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  • CDL A OTR Drivers
    CDL A OTR Drivers
    27 days ago
    Full-time
    Elizabeth

    🚛 NOW HIRING CDL-A DRIVERS 🚛 OWNER OPERATORS • FLATBED • REEFER • HAZMAT • TEAM DRIVERS Company drivers can earn $5,000 to $8,000 Solo drivers can earn 28% to 30% of the load based on a clean MVR with no reckless driving violations Flatbed, Conestoga, and Step Deck drivers can earn 33% of the load True team drivers can earn 35% of the load with 2 drivers operating together in the same truck Owner-operators can gross $15,000 to $30,000 per week, depending on freight, lanes, and operation We’re growing and looking for professional CDL-A drivers who are ready to make money If you’re looking for steady freight, great dispatch, and a company that keeps you moving, give us a call NOW HIRING ✅ Owner Operators ✅ Flatbed Drivers ✅ Reefer Drivers ✅ Hazmat Drivers ✅ Team Drivers ✅ Solo Drivers 💰 OWNER OPERATORS Bring your truck and let us keep you loaded We have consistent freight, strong rates, and the support you need to stay profitable Our dispatch team works hard to keep you rolling instead of sitting 💰 FLATBED DRIVERS Flatbed, Conestoga, and Step Deck drivers earn 33% OF THE LOAD If you have flatbed experience and you’re looking to maximize your income, this is where the money is Pay for Reefer, Hazmat, Team, and other Owner Operator opportunities is competitive and depends on the freight, lanes, and experience Contact us, and we’ll help find the opportunity that’s the best fit for you 🚚 WHY DRIVE WITH US? We’re running 600+ trucks with freight moving all over the country We have the freight, the customers, and the lanes to keep our drivers busy year-round Our experienced dispatch team works hard to minimize downtime, keep you moving, and help you maximize your earning potential Drivers with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements have access to some of our highest-paying specialized freight and premium lanes WHAT WE OFFER • Competitive pay, • Solo drivers earn 28% to 30% of the load based on a clean MVR with no reckless driving violations, • Flatbed, Conestoga, and Step Deck drivers earn 33% of the load, • True team drivers earn 35% of the load with 2 drivers in the same truck, • Steady miles, • Consistent year-round freight, • Flexible home time (most drivers stay out around 3 weeks), • 24/7 dispatch support, • 24/7 logbook/ELD support, • Well-maintained equipment, • 1099 contractor position, • Direct deposit, • No forced dispatch, • Driver-focused company that keeps you rolling REQUIREMENTS • Valid Class A CDL, • Minimum 2 years of verifiable OTR experience, • Clean driving record preferred, • Hazmat and Tanker endorsements required for certain dedicated lanes, • Professional attitude and commitment to safety If you’re ready to stop chasing loads and start making money, call or text today Whether you’re an Ownner Operator, Flatbed, Reefer, Hazmat, Solo, or Team Driver, we’d love to have you on board.

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  • Direct Support Professional
    Direct Support Professional
    2 months ago
    $18–$19.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Hackensack River Waterfront, Jersey City

    Hudson Milestones is searching for reliable and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSP). The Direct Support Professional role is a Non-Exempt position requiring ability in implementing training programs and maintaining a safe environment for adults with intellectual /developmental disabilities (I/DD) for the purpose of increasing the extent to which they are independent, integrated members of the community. All tasks must be implemented in a humane and competent manner. The Direct Support Professional role is not specific to one location, building, classroom, day habilitation or group home. The Agency reserves the right to change the employee’s work location at it’s discretion. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for *full-time employees* that may include: • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • 401(k) with company match after one year of employment, • Paid time off (vacation, sick days, & personal time), • Family Medical Leave Other Compensation (if applicable): • Bonuses and/ or incentives at the discretion of the Agency. Job Description: The Direct Support Professional role is a Non-Exempt position requiring ability in implementing training programs and maintaining a safe environment for adults with intellectual /developmental disabilities (I/DD) for the purpose of increasing the extent to which they are independent, integrated members of the community. All tasks must be implemented in a humane and competent manner. The Direct Support Professional role is not specific to one location, building, classroom, day habilitation or group home. The Agency reserves the right to change the employee’s work location at it’s discretion. Responsibilities: • Responsible for reading, knowing and complying with all appropriate governing documents to include contracts, agency policies and procedures, State or Federal standards, specific program operations manuals and circulars both internal and external., • Ensures compliance with the agency’s Operations and Personnel Manuals and the Division of Developmental Disabilities Standards Manual., • Completes and submits in a competent, and timely manner all reports, forms, and documentation as required by the agency and Division of Developmental Disabilities., • Understands basic developmental disabilities and learning styles, using motivation techniques to help clients improve in areas with behavioral or medical challenges., • Must complete all CDS trainings and refreshers as directed., • Attend staff meetings, all other relevant meetings and training as directed., • Assist clients with goal outcomes established on the Individual Service Plan (ISP)., • Responsible for reading the ISP and working within the documented expectation for client development., • Provides a consistent means of relaying accurate and complete information to direct supervisors., • Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors according to plans that are in place., • Provides training and supervision to clients in all aspects of community experience living., • Serves as a positive role model for clients and other staff., • Provides safe transportation in agency vehicles for clients as necessary., • Maintains confidentiality and professionalism when communicating with family members or group home staff, Support Coordinators and any outside agency personnel., • Maintains active, positive engagement with clients at all times., • Always ensures the safety and well-being of clients., • Provide direct care and support to individuals with disabilities or special needs., • Proactively accompany and support clients during medical appointments, ensuring relevant information is provided to the healthcare professional. Clearly and accurately communicate details from the appointment to the Residential Coordinator, Medical Compliance Officer, and/or designee., • Follow and demonstrate understanding of medication policy and procedures in the monitoring and administration of the client’s medications. Completes Medication Error Report when needed., • Ensures home, grounds, yard and van are maintained in clean, safe, and sanitary condition., • Ensures meals are prepared and planned based on clients’ individual diet, client input, and the planned menu for the month., • Ensures that the Recreation Calendar is carried out as per client input and as per the planned calendar completed each month., • Responsible for competing all required documentation to include but not limited to, daily logs, communication logs, and behavior reports., • Ensures line of sight for the individual(s) being supported is maintained and completes reports accordingly., • Responsible for adequately and completely cleaning the home during any shift worked., • Ensures that a client’s dignity is not compromised in any way., • Responsible for reporting all emergencies or unusual incidents to direct supervisor., • Cooperates with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation. Qualifications: • Valid New Jersey Driver’s License, • High School Diploma or Equivalency, • Minimum 21 years of age Skills: • Experience with developmentally/intellectually disabled individuals, • American Red Cross CPR & First Aid Trained a plus Note: • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or uniformed servicemember status., • The salary range and benefits listed above follow New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, and qualifications.

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  • CDL CLASS A DRIVER
    CDL CLASS A DRIVER
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    North Ironbound, Newark

    CDL CLASS A DRIVER – INTERSTATE Job Description: We are seeking a reliable and experienced CDL Class A Driver who is willing and able to travel interstate. The driver will safely operate commercial vehicles, transport loads between states, and ensure timely and secure deliveries. Responsibilities: • Operate tractor-trailer and other Class A commercial vehicles safely., • Transport and deliver freight across state lines., • Inspect vehicle before and after trips and report any issues., • Follow DOT regulations, company policies, and all safety procedures., • Maintain accurate logs, delivery records, and required documentation., • Secure cargo properly and ensure timely deliveries., • Communicate professionally with dispatchers, customers, and receiving locations. Qualifications: • Valid CDL Class A license., • At least 21 years old for interstate commercial driving., • Clean and acceptable driving record., • Current DOT medical certification as applicable for non-excepted interstate operations., • Previous commercial driving experience preferred., • Ability and willingness to travel interstate and spend extended periods on the road., • Strong knowledge of DOT safety regulations and hours-of-service requirements., • Reliable, responsible, and safety-oriented. Preferred: • 1–2+ years of Class A driving experience., • Experience with long-haul or interstate routes., • Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs)., • Additional endorsements such as HazMat, Tanker, or Doubles/Triples are a plus. Schedule: Full-time | Interstate / Long-Haul Note: Federal requiremts distinguish interstate commerce from intrastate operations, and Class A CDL holders operating in interstate commerce must meet applicable federal qualification requirements.

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