Grant Writer | Aberdeen, WA

and referrals for social and health services as appropriate. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Using established protocols, interview clients for general medical and dietary history. Using established protocols, evaluate anthropometric and medical/dietary history data for health and nutrition risk factors and program eligibility; perform and plot adult and child anthropometric measurements.

Conduct periodic reassessment of client health risks and need for resources. Using appropriate educational methods; provide basic health and nutrition information related to client risk; provide group nutrition education to clients, other staff and community groups as appropriate, and help develop educational

approaches. Provide referrals to preventive health care services, health care professionals, and other available resources when appropriate. Maintain, document and process medical and other client records according to program guidelines.

Orient clients to program policies and procedures, issue WIC checks, and educate clients on their use. Schedule client appointments as appropriate, including follow-up appointments, reminder calls and documentation of appointment status in program database. Perform first-line customer service duties; respond to inquiries by phone and in person, identify clients' needs. Generate specified reports using program database: collect and maintain laboratory

records and data for research studies and program management. Participate in outreach activities to identify, recruit and screen clients for program eligibility.

Serve as liaison and advocate to link clients to health care/community providers; develop and maintain working relationships with referral sources. Clean, stock and set up assigned client backssment areas; order, inventory, monitor and maintain program supplies and educational resources. Perform and backss blood work, as required by program. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to provide basic nutrition consultation and to effectively describe aspects of a public health nutrition program.

Demonstrated skill in performing client education, both individually and to groups, with the purpose of changing behavior and health habits. Skill in maintaining working relationships and working with racially, ethnically and socio-economically diverse populations. Understanding of basic education principles for non-English speaking patients, and effectively use translators. Ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team. Adequate physical ability and sufficient manual dexterity to perform the requisite health care services. The Requirements & Selection Process MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or completion of General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

Eligibility for Washington State Medical Assistant Registered. Satisfactory completion on Washington WIC Para Professional training program. Washington State Driver's License required. EXPERIENCE: Prefer previous experience in a similar work situation. Spanish bilingual verbal and written skill preferred. SELECTION PROCESS: The most qualified applicants, based in part upon evaluation of the completed application and related information will be invited for an interview. Criminal Background Check required upon candidate selection. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

Health District. Duties include coordination of the Safe Kids Benton-Franklin Coalition and coordination of the child fatality review process by analyzing cases of unexpected fatalities for children and youth in collaboration with representatives of other agency stakeholders and relevant community members to determine commonalities.

This position focuses on using information from the process to catalyze and facilitate community actions to protect children and prevent injuries and deaths through community education and policy/systems/environmental changes. This position requires group facilitation skills, relationship building, program planning and problem-solving skills as well as a desire

to put those skills to work to improve the health of our community. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Coordinate and facilitate monthly meetings of coalition, including management of meeting materials.

Communicate with member organizations to provide updated information on injury data prevention resources. Review case records for children and youth including reviewing case data from various sources, such as the medical examiner, law enforcement, medical records, and other relevant sources. Convene, organize, and facilitate fatality reviews, and work with BFHD staff and other partners to follow up on implementation of policy, prevention and education opportunities. Compile data and complete reports

on fatality reviews, coalition progress as required by Safe Kids Washington, Safe Kids Worldwide, and other organizations per request.

Support grant writing efforts for program to enhance funding available. Organize/record financial deposits and disbursements working with the coalition's non-profit fiduciary. Coordinate activities with member organizations to plan and implement injury prevention focused events/projects in the community; address community needs and develop/implement policy, systems and environmental changes. Draft communication materials and social media posts for program specific content. Maintains stock of supplies in resource library to provide resources for education, displays and exhibits to partner organizations.

Attend and participate in meetings as a member representative of Safe Kids Washington and Safe Kids Worldwide. Assures opportunities for child passenger safety check/education events. Performs other duties as requested. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of health education and public health theory, health principles/teachings and medical terminology. Ability to develop and present materials effectively to a variety of groups from a variety of social and economic backgrounds. Knowledge of communications media.

The Requirements & Selection Process MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Community Health, Health Promotion, Health Education, Public Health, or a closely related field, prefer 3 years of experience in the planning, implementation and evaluation of health education programs OR a Master's degree with a preference of 1 year of experience. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: CHES certification preferred. Washington State RN license, if applicable. Performance of job duties requires driving on a regular basis, a valid Washington State driver's license, the use of the incumbent's personal motor vehicle when a District fleet vehicle is not available for use, and proof of appropriate auto insurance.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Information, i n accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, BFHD employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their final dose in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with BFHD.

Please contact Human Resources at if you have questions. SELECTION PROCESS: The most qualified applicants, based in part upon evaluation of the completed application and related information will be invited for an interview. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

can affect social impact, gain valuable work experience, and begin your career development? Our four Clubhouses ( Blaine, Lynden, Ferndale, & Bellingham ) are actively seeking Youth Workers who would like to develop leadership skills working with our Clubhouse members.

What is a Youth Worker? The Youth Worker is a part time, hourly position for 8th through 12th graders working with our youth to provide " hands on" delivery of daily in-house programing including social recreation, team building activities, and an overall environment to build positive relationships. This position will not exceed a total of 80 hours worked in the program. The Youth Worker develops and delivers

the BGCA suite of programs ranging from the games room, arts and crafts, the food program, low organized games, outdoor activities, helps in maintaining a clean Clubhouse, and models positive behavior for our members.

Requirements: Valid proof of vaccine completion is required, in the form of a CDC-compliant vaccination record card or photo of the card; or, documentation of vaccination from a health care provider or electronic health record; or, state immunization information system record; or, for an individual who was vaccinated outside of the United States, a reasonable equivalent of any of the above. Personal attestation is not an acceptable form of verification of COVID-19 vaccination.

inclusive workplace, where everyone feels valued, trusted, and nurtured, is key to shaping organizational culture and investing in underrepresented communities. Amara believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances our ability to fulfill our mission.

We strongly invite candidates from diverse backgrounds, including communities of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply. We are seeking to hire a Licensor and Home Study Specialist to work with foster and kinship families to achieve Amara’s vision. This position will report directly to the Licensing and Home Study Manager and will work collaboratively with Amara’s Foster Care

and Kinship Care teams. The earliest start date for this position will be February 1, 2024. Position Summary This position will work to license, maintain licenses, and write home studies for foster and kinship families throughout our whole service area which predominately includes families in King and Pierce counties, but may include families from Snohomish, Island, Kitsap, and Thurston counties.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Foster and kinship family preparation, licensing, license maintenance, and home study backssment done through a combination of remote and in-person work in the Puget Sound region Ensuring that the physical, emotional, and social

needs of foster children placed in Amara foster and kinship homes will be met Liaising with DCYF professionals in the Licensing Division Participating in the facilitation of family trainings and/or support groups as needed Meeting requirements for timely, accurate, and thorough documentation for case files Attending and participating in staff meetings and trainings as required Flexing available hours to accommodate family needs on an occasional and ongoing basis (this could be meeting with families during evenings or weekends) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and two years of paid social service experience – or – a master’s degree and one year of paid social service experience.

A practicum may be considered as a substitute for one year of paid experience. Degree(s) must be in social services, human services, behavioral science, or an allied field Knowledge of child development and family systems Outstanding written and oral communication skills; Previous home study writing and/or foster/kinship home licensing is a plus Ability to demonstrate initiative, discretion, maturity, flexibility, and independent judgment. Ability to work with all groups across age, religion, race, culture, socioeconomic status, interactionual orientation, and gender identity.

Highly organized and detail-oriented Ability to work in tandem with an outstanding professional team A valid Washington State driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and proof of auto insurance Ability to backss and communicate in languages other than English is a plus Salary and Benefits This is a full-time position with an annual rate of pay between $57,000-$69,999. depending on experience. Generous personal leave and benefits package, including paid time off, paid sabbatical, health, vision and dental insurance, 401k with a company match, life, and disability insurance. Amara supports a hybrid work schedule with some flexibility to work from home.

Occasional travel between our King and Pierce County offices will be required. Criminal Background Check Amara conducts background checks appropriate to the contractual requirements of the position. A previous conviction will not necessarily bar individuals from employment at Amara. Specific clearance requirements can be discussed with the Hiring Manager or Human Resources. Vaccination Requirement: Amara requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This requirement is designed to prioritize the safety of the children and families we serve.

Exemptions may be sought only for documented medical or religious accommodations.