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In a career as Family-Teaching Partners, part of giving youth a second chance is exposing them to new experiences. Youth come to the Boys Town Family Home Program for a variety of reasons – family issues, abuse, neglect, abandonment, involvement in the juvenile justice system. You come in by presenting them with opportunities in education and school involvement, giving them their first happy Thanksgiving or teaching them how faith can help them heal. We strive to give Boys Town Kids the fulfilling lives they deserve. Responsibilities: Live on-site in a Boys Town Family Home and provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through creating a safe and loving family-style living environment Provide emotional support utilizing praise, positive feedback, affection and empathy to build ones self-confidence and respect Use rational problem solving techniques to teach youth critical thinking skills, assist with behavioral problems, counsel through personal issues and provide crisis intervention Plan, participate and provide opportunities for individual and family activities that are both educational and entertaining Display and teach parenting, family and relationship skills to youth, legal guardians and caretakers to create family engagement Maintain contact with both internal and external consumers agencies to obtain or provide information regarding youth’s behaviors, strategies and progress Prepare written records for household budgeting, tracking youth progress, reporting incidents/behaviors and document youth medical needs and appointments Teach and role model Boys Town values and ethical behaviors, as well as support and encourage participation in regular religious activities Supervise the activities of assigned Assistant Family-Teacher to aid in their development and success Manage the daily operating schedule of the home; assist with youth transportation needs, and overall household upkeep Benefits & Perks: Annual starting salary of $68,000 per couple (Dependent upon location) Fully-paid living expenses, which include rent, utilities, and a monthly household budget Benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; a 401K retirement plan; paid vacation and sick leave Supporting youth with new traditions such as sport events, family dinner, graduation or volunteering in the community Opportunities to earn college credit while working Relocation assistance Company vehicle Required Qualifications: Be at least 21 years of age or older, except if applying for Washington D.C. due to contractual requirements one must be at least 22 years of age or older High School diploma or equivalent is required, some college credit is preferred Must possess a valid marriage certificate Valid driver’s license with good driving record and ability to pass MVR Check Flexibility and willingness to work a wide array of hours, which includes days, evenings, weekends and holidays Ability to pass a thorough background check and reference verification procedure in order to determine one’s fitness to satisfactorily and safely care for youth Ability to attend a 2-week paid training in Omaha, Nebraska About Boys Town: Boys Town touches the lives of more than 2 million children and families nationwide each year. As one of the country’s largest nonprofit funded child-care organizations, Boys Town is nationally recognized for its research-proven child, health and family care programs. From our start in 1917, we’re poised to make even greater strides forward as we lead the way in changing how America cares for children, families and communities for the next 100 years. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we offer an array of competitive and attractive benefit options. Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free prescriptions, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and advancement opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life. This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.  To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

At HIPERFIRE, the Inventory Control Specialist has the primary responsibility of increasing and maintaining company profitability by maintaining accurate inventory levels; they also ensure that optimal inventory is present and ready for use. There is a lot of upward mobility within this organization and qualified candidates must demonstrate a highly motivated and driven attitude at all times. Proficiency and/or certification in logistics, business management, supply, or leadership courses are preferred. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Inventory Control Specialist - Develop and implement procedures for ensuring that adequate inventory levels are present. - Identify and optimize common inventory items. - Work with other teams including sales, shipping and purchasing. - Ensure that inventory counts are completed regularly and in a timely manner. - Audit the facility’s entire inventory on a regular basis and provides reports to management. - Train other employees in cycle counting and inventory control. - File claims with manufacturers or sellers when defective goods are found in the inventory. - Instruct others on how and where to return defective goods. - Keep a particular area for returned goods tidy and clean. - Keep up with changing technologies such as computer software in order to remain valuable to his or her employer. - Follow all existing company policies and procedures. - Consistently evaluate current processes and look for ways to improve profitability through cost reduction or efficiency. Additional Duties , may include but not limited to - Answering phones and addressing customer service issues. - Daily and/or weekly cleaning duties. - Assist with testing procedures, quality control, and other development related tasks. - Assist with other departments when needed. - Travel and assistance with trade shows and events around the country at various times throughout the year. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Demonstrate the ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and solve problems immediately. - Show the ability to work well under pressure, such as when inventory deliveries or shipments become late or forgotten. - Possess effective written and verbal communication skills; displays reading comprehension skills. - Exhibit the ability to work well with others and maintain organization between cross-related departments. - Display the ability to multitask and handle multiple issues at the same time without stress.

Do you love helping people through difficult situations? Then don’t miss your chance to join our Franchise as a new Production Technician. In this position, you will be making a difference each and every day. We have a sincere drive toward the goal of helping make fire and water damage “Like it never even happened”! Our Franchise is seeking a Production Technician who is comfortable working hard in challenging situations, enjoys meeting new people, has excellent communication skills, and is a serious multi-tasker. This is an entry-level position with continual opportunities for formal and on-the-job training right from the start. If you are self-motivated and have superb interpersonal skills, you will thrive in this work environment. The work at SERVPRO® will give you many opportunities to help people through some of the most difficult events life throws at them such as water and fire damage to their homes and/or business. We also offer exciting opportunities to travel as we deploy to areas of the country to help in major storm events. As a valued SERVPRO® Franchise employee, you will receive a competitive pay rate with opportunity for growth. Primary Responsibilities Work as part of a team helping customers recover from a catastrophic event Perform production processes following SERVPRO® production guidelines per Crew Chief instructions Ensure clear two-way communication with crew chief and other technicians (especially regarding customer needs and concerns) Inventory and load the work vehicle with equipment, products, and supplies needed for each project Maintain, clean and organize vehicles and equipment Prepare worksites; set up staging area and equipment for each project Leave jobsites with clean and orderly appearance Perform end-of-day/end-of-job cleanup and breakdown Position Requirements Effective oral communication Basic math skills High school diploma/GED Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly, occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance Ability to climb ladders, work at ceiling heights, work in tight spaces (e.g., crawl spaces, attics) Ability to work with/around cleaning products/chemicals Ability to travel locally and out of state when necessary Ability to take periodic on-call schedules when necessary Ability to successfully complete a background check subject to applicable law ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pay Rate Starts at $12-14/hour based on experience, with possibility of overtime pay and increases based on merit. We offer full time, part time and seasonal opportunities. To Apply: Email your resume to julie@servproofelkgrove.com SERVPRO® of Elk Grove/E. Schaumburg/Itasca/Roselle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.