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THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for two individuals to serve as part-time (20 hours/ week) Housing Wellness Advocates I, II or III in the Housing Division. The Housing Wellness Advocate positions are for persons with “lived experience” defined as either direct or indirect experience with mental health or behavioral health services. Assigned schedules for these positions will be 8AM – 1PM M-F & 12PM – 5PM M-F.  The Housing Wellness Advocate positions will report to Housing Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide housing case management, advocacy, support and guidance to persons and families referred to Tri-City to receive services and who have housing instability;
   
• Develop individual case management service plans by using the completed Los Angeles Department of Health Services approved psychosocial assessment, solve problems directly related to housing, and provide encouragement, motivation and support to clients seeking to establish or strengthen their progress;

• Assist clients/families with completion of appropriate forms and documents relating to accessing services within the intake process, as warranted;

• Provide mentoring and/or coaching by helping clients set recovery goals, develop individual Wellness and Recovery Plans (WRAP), solve problems directly related to recovery;

• Perform wellness checks on new and existing clients and assist in program development and case review;

• Other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

The City of Fremont’s Human Services Department is currently looking for a temporary employee to serve as Winter Shelter Coordinator. This position is responsible for the daily operations of the shelter and overseeing monitors and volunteers who staff the facility.  This position reports to the Human Services Director, or her designee, and coordinates with the Department’s Executive Assistant regarding scheduling, reporting, and other administrative tasks.

The Coordinator position can work up to 40 hours a week, between the hours of 4:30pm and 7 am.  The Winter Shelter will be open from November 15th through March 15th, to provide a safe and welcoming environment for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Participants will have access to the shelter from approximately 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., where they will be provided a warm dinner, restroom facilities, sleeping bags, cots, breakfast, and a to-go lunch.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES

- This position is responsible for maintaining the health and safety of homeless individuals and families who are living on the streets or in their cars and are in need of emergency shelter.
- Oversee the monitors to ensure that they follow procedures and support them in decision-making, while enforcing rules and procedures with participants.
- Maintain the inventory of supplies to ensure they are adequate for the functioning of the warming shelter.
- Coordinate with City Serve Compassion Network regarding food and site volunteers to ensure timely delivery of meals and adequate volunteer support of shelter functions.
- Responsible for accurate, daily data collection.
- Coordinate medical services with Tri-City Health Services.
- Ensure that monitors complete nighty report of their observations and notes.
- Coordinate with Abode Services regarding outreach workers.
- Work compassionately with those who have difficulty engaging with service providers.
- Maintain a welcoming, safe, and equitable environment for clients, monitors/other staff, and volunteers.
- Effectively resolve conflicts among participants and de-escalate potentially violent situations.
- Coordinate with janitorial and building maintenance to communicate issues and schedule routine cleanings.
- Ensure participant adherence to rules, especially related to behaviors that are unsafe.  If necessary, notify public safety personnel to help “exit” clients with inappropriate or unsafe behaviors.
- Exercise good judgement and be sufficiently confident to call for 911 assistance in case of medical or other emergency.
- Coordinate with Human Services Executive Assistant regarding monitor work schedules to ensure adequate staffing at all times.
- Other related duties as assigned.

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of  Per Diem Communications Dispatcher

This application is for Part-Time employment only.

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

We recently asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure for more information about why employees love  working here or view our City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video: 

Welcome Brochure 

City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video

For more detailed information regarding the minimum qualifications and essential functions of the position, please review the Communications Dispatcher job description.

POSITION: The City of Fremont opens their Winter Shelter every winter to provide a safe and welcoming environment for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Participants have access from approximately 6:30 p.m. to 7 a.m., where they will be provided with a warm meal, restroom facilities, sleeping bags, cots, Breakfast, and a to-go bag. The Winter Shelter is open from mid-November to mid-March. The Human Services Department is currently recruiting for Winter Shelter monitors for next season (2019/2020).

The position will work up to 30 hours per week.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Maintain the health and safety of homeless individuals and families who are living on the streets or in their cars and are in need of emergency shelter from cold weather and rain.
• Welcome and pre-screen new participants and supervise participant movement.
• Maintain a friendly and inviting environment.
• Work compassionately with those who have di?culty engaging with service providers.
• E?ectively resolve conflicts among participants and de-escalate potentially violent situations.
• Monitor participant activities, oversee showers and food distribution; help coordinate medical transportation to morning appointments.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Direct volunteers who will assist in bringing food and serving homeless clients.
• Setup tables for food service, hand out bedding, warm clothing and other amenities such as shampoo, tooth brushes, etc.
• Ensure participants adherence to rules, especially related to behaviors that are unsafe. If necessary, notify public safety personnel to help “exit” clients with inappropriate or unsafe behaviors.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Maintain daily sign-in sheet.
• Ensure facility is maintained in a clean and orderly fashion.
• E-mail information to Human Services Director after each shift regarding the number of participants, any need for supplies, and reports of clients who exhibited inappropriate behavior.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Citrus Heights Police Department is the premier agency in the Sacramento region where top law enforcement professions serve with strong character, work ethic, and integrity.  This is a fast-paced agency has built its foundation on steadfast partnerships internally and within our community.  Do you have what it takes?  Join us … at CHPD where it’s all about character.

We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team.   Our Police Dispatchers are the “voice” of our department, providing exceptional and compassionate assistance to our residents.  The in-house Communications Center has state-of-the-art technology, innovative training and programs, solid leadership, and a unique focus on employee wellness.

THE POSITION

Employees in this position receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Per Diem Police Dispatchers perform a variety of functions involved in receiving, evaluation, prioritizing and relaying calls for emergency and non-emergency public safety assistance; to dispatch appropriate units and coordinate response of emergency personnel; to perform a variety of clerical duties related to specialized records functions.  This position will be scheduled on an as-needed basis and must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and varied shifts.

**NO RESUMES, PLEASE - ALL WORK HISTORY MUST BE IN THE EXPERIENCE SECTION OF THIS SYSTEM**

PUBLIC SAFETY RESERVE DISPATCHER, Part-Time

with Full-Time potential

 $19.10 per hour

NEXT REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS ON November 4, 2019

NEXT TEST DATES TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 18-20, 2019 

THE SUBSEQUENT TEST DATES ARE ANTICIPATED MID-JANUARY, 2020

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

To operate a computer aided dispatch (CAD) and radio system, receiving calls and dispatching public safety equipment and personnel, and maintaining public safety records and reports.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Serves as a relief Public Safety Dispatcher. The Reserve Dispatcher performs the routine tasks and duties assigned to Public Safety Dispatchers working on-call and subject to various shifts and workday assignments including nights, weekends and holidays.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from sworn or other supervisory personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Receive emergency and non-emergency telephone calls from the public and other jurisdictions.

·         Dispatch police personnel and equipment in response to such calls; transfer fire and medical                communications to appropriate agencies.

·         Relay emergency and non-emergency information to public safety personnel in the field.

·         Relay information to other agencies as required; search and relay warrant information.

·         Monitor multiple radio frequencies; maintain status of public works units, as necessary.

·         Maintain accurate record of location and status of public safety units.

·         Monitor security cameras and monitors for the various city facilities.

·         Assist public safety personnel in data collection or transmission.

·         Perform clerical duties related to public safety operations such as data entry, filing, answering phones and assisting the public.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of a public safety telecommunications and dispatch center.

Operational characteristics of modern public safety telecommunications equipment including computer aided dispatch systems and multi-channel radio systems.

Law enforcement and emergency service procedures for responding to and handling reported incidents.

Techniques of questioning for both emergency and non-emergency calls.

Methods and techniques of receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service.

Functions of the Public Safety Department and other City departments.

Geographic features and locations within the area served.

English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Methods and techniques of telephone etiquette.

Methods and techniques of conflict resolution.

Principles and procedures of record keeping.

Ability to:

Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.

Effectively communicate and elicit information from upset and irate callers.

Speak clearly and concisely in an understandable voice via radio and telephone and in person.

Hear and distinguish radio voice traffic within normal levels and over background noise.

Make independent decisions that affect the safety of public safety personnel, citizens, and property such as those involved in determining the urgency of requests received and the appropriate action to take.

Dispatch police units quickly and effectively.

Think quickly, calmly, and clearly in emergency situations.

Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Operate a variety of telecommunications receiving and transmitting equipment including radio transmitting communication equipment, teletype equipment, and computer equipment.

Operate specialized public safety computer systems and applications.

Read and interpret maps and other navigational resources and give directions.

Type and enter data accurately at 35wpm (words per minute).

Work under pressure, exercise good judgment, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Interpret, apply, and explain applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations including police records retention and dissemination policies and procedures.

Maintain composure, alertness and concentration while working for extended periods of time.

Compile, maintain, process, and prepare a variety of records and reports.

Deal tactfully and courteously with the public reporting emergencies and seeking information or filing a report.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by successful completion of the basic dispatcher course within a specified time period.

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible clerical experience that includes customer service in an environment with frequent interruptions.

EXAMINATION PROCESS 

Those applicants who meet the employment qualifications will be contacted via email regarding next steps in the recruitment process, a comprehensive multitasking test that assesses memory recall, map reading, spelling, sentence clarity, reading comprehension and data entry. Testing may be limited to the number of seats allowed in the testing center.  Those candidates who achieve a passing score on the multitasking test will be invited for a panel interview.  Successful candidates from the interview will be placed on an eligibility hiring list for hiring consideration.

SELECTION PROCESS 

Offers of employment will be subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check, fingerprint clearance, physical examination, psychological evaluation, including a drug test.  An additional condition of employment includes employment verification and authorization to work in the United States, by completing the I-9 verification form designated by the USCIS.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Communications switchboard, including computer-aided systems, desktop and laptop computers including word processing software, copy machine, fax machine and two-way radio system.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods, talk and hear radio and telephone conversation without aid.  The employee is occasionally required to walk.  The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  The office is a low-light environment.  The type and nature of calls can create periods of extended stress.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT     

If you are a qualified individual with a disability as defined by the ADA and you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any of the examinations administered by the City of Ceres, you must notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date or review date for the specific job. Official documentation of your functional limitations to support your request may be required.

THE CITY OF CERES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one individual to serve as an Occupational Therapist for the Child and Family Clinic. The Occupational Therapist will appeal to those who are passionate about working with children with functional impairments in conjunction with mental health conditions.  This position will be responsible for providing a full range of occupational therapy services to children and transitional age youth and will report to a Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Evaluation, planning and providing occupational therapy treatment to children and transitional age youth. Plan, organize, and implement individual and group occupational therapy programs.
   
• Work as part of a mental health team and provide services to maximize reduction in mental health related difficulties in children and transitional age youth within a family treatment setting.

• Provide therapeutic techniques, including prevocational exploration and sensory integration, commonly used in occupational therapy.

• Use data to develop a plan of care and goals per child and transitional age youth needs; including short and long‐term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.

• Select treatment methods and techniques that are compatible with child and adolescent clients' needs and capacities by assigning activities of interest which will develop desired motions, responses, attitudes, behaviors, or mental function; treatment programs may include individual and group activities such as manual arts, crafts, games, music, exercises, and sensory-motor integration, and practice in functional, pre-vocational, homemaking skills and activities of daily living and other duties as assigned.  

• Maintain and disseminate medical records and reports in compliance with local, county, federal, State, and TCMHA regulations including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act, Public Law 111-005 (“HITECH Act”).
   
• Maintain Service Standard Hours in accordance with TCMHA requirements.

• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care; complete clinical documentation in EHR   and compile periodic reports; and confer with supervisor on formulation of policies and procedures.

*A complete job description available upon request.

Please click the links below for complete details regarding this per diem opportunity.

$50.77 Hourly

Foster City Police Department is currently accepting applications for Per Diem Communications Dispatchers.  This is a part-time/temporary position (maximum of 999 hours per fiscal year), and no benefits are provided. The following is a description of the job responsibilities and conditions of employment for this position.

DEFINITION:

Receives and dispatches 9-1-1, emergency and non-emergency calls from the public and allied agencies for police, fire and ambulance personnel, equipment, services, and after-hours public works services.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

We require the applicant to have a minimum of two years’ experience in Public Safety as a dispatcher.    Experience with "RIMS" CAD is required.  A valid California Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record is required.  Education equivalent to completion of the 12th grade and completion of a POST-certified Basic Dispatcher training course. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS, FEATURES, REQUIREMENTS:

This is a non-sworn, non-benefited, scheduled as needed, subject to availability position that works a variety of shifts, and often solo. It features a high volume and degree of communications responsibility for public safety and service.

CRITICAL AND IMPORTANT DUTIES:

Receives and directs telephone, radio and data communications, collecting pertinent information and dispatching units using radio and computer-aided dispatch system; determines priority, nature and location of emergency and non-emergency calls and status of units on and off assignment; maintains complete and accurate records, logs and reports on calls for a variety of services; operates a variety of teletype, computer, radio and recording equipment, monitors equipment for correct functioning; making records checks, computer entries, confirms and updates status of warrants; updates information in various law enforcement systems including stolen vehicles, missing and unidentified persons, automated property, supervised release files, and automated firearms systems; processes in-custody paperwork on prisoners; processes restraining orders and enters emergency protective orders into the restraining order system; receives and responds to complaints, questions and requests for reports from citizens at the counter and on the phone when the business office is closed; contacts citizens and allied agencies regarding traffic incidents, crimes, fires, and other emergencies, and requests for information; and you may be called to testify in a court of law regarding activities leading to legal proceedings as necessary.

FURTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The requirement to maintain training, at a minimum, to meet POST guidelines is the responsibility of the Per Diem Dispatcher and will take place at his/her expense.

Department specific training, for which a Per Diem Dispatcher is required to attend, will be compensated at the prevailing rate of pay for the hours of required attendance.

Any and all work performed, including time spent in court in response to a subpoena, will be compensated at the straight time prevailing rate of pay, based on the actual number of hours worked.

THE PROCESS: 

Apply immediately as applications will be reviewed daily and well-qualified applicants will be scheduled for an interview. Position may close at any time. A City/District application is required to be submitted for consideration.

ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking as the 3rd Best City in the Nation to raise a family,  also according to a 2018 Wallet Hub Survey.  Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,439 residents. As a full service city, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205.7 million for the 2018-19 fiscal year. 

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity.  Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.  Think Fremont!  

The Position

The City of Fremont is looking for an Assistant Chef to join the crew at the City-operated Senior Center.  Under direction of the Chef/Food Services Manager, the Assistant Chef will participate in the preparation, serving and clean up of a large number of “classic” lunch items for seniors as well as some catering engagements.  The Assistant Chef may substitute for the Chef/Food Service Manager in the latter's absence.  This is a thirty-two (32) hours per week position.  Normally the work hours are 6:30am - 1:30pm, Monday through Friday, very rarely are weekends and evenings required.

What is a typical day like for the ASSISTANT CHEF?

¨ Participate in receiving and inventory of ordered food and kitchen supplies.

¨ Prepare raw ingredients for cooking and cook food.

¨ Clean food service equipment such as dishes, flatware, pots, pans, serving equipment, stoves, sinks and floors.

¨ Return food service equipment to correct location after use/cleaning.

¨ Participate in the set up and break down of the food serving line.

¨ Participate in serving of food.

¨ Receive and respond to customer requests.

¨ Purchase food and supplies that are needed immediately from off-site locations.

¨ Coordinate and schedule the set-up and break down of classes & events.

¨ Other duties as assigned.

The ideal Candidate for this job

The City of Fremont is searching for an effective team player who is able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.  The Assistant Chef will have knowledge of foods commonly used in quantity meal preparation, kitchen cleaning techniques, and be able to use knives, scissors and other kitchen cooking implements.  The successful candidate must have the ability to prepare foods according to written and oral instructions, use common food preparation implements, and learn to operate specialized kitchen equipment.  In addition, the candidate must have the ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

What we are looking for in a candidate:

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge and skills necessary for satisfactory job performance would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

¨ Eighteen months of experience in food preparation in a quantity food services facility. 

¨ Course work in an accredited vocational institution which includes quantity food preparation, equipment sanitation, and safe work practices.  This may be substituted for six months of the required experience.

¨ Strong customer service skills are essential and experience working with seniors is preferred.

¨ Possession of a Serve Safe Certification is required.

¨ Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License is required.  This classification requires the ability to travel independently within and outside of City limits.

¨ Ability to safely lift and carry up to fifty (50) pound boxes or bags is required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary for this part-time position ranges from $17.86 to $21.72 per hour depending on qualifications.  Fremont offers an attractive pro-rated benefits package, which includes, but is not limited to:  CalPERS retirement plan, paid holidays, medical, dental and other city paid benefits. A complete  benefits summary can be found at Fremont.gov or by using this link: Benefits Summary

This position is represented by the CFEA bargaining unit. The probationary period for this position is twelve (12) months.

READY TO APPLY?

To be considered for this  position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our on line application system: www.fremont.gov/cityjobs.

The test process for this position may include a written and/or performance exam, an individual and/or panel interview, fingerprint and reference checks, and medical evaluation.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.