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Announcements
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Our Sonoma County community has been devastated by the wildfires. Many Latino families have been severely impacted by the fires, including Latino Service Providers staff. The Latino Service Providers is accepting donations for fire victims as a part of the organization's mission to build a healthier community by serving Latino families and children. The funds will help address the immediate needs of Latino families that have lost their homes and their belongings. Latino Service Provider's Executive Director Wanda Tapia has been community leader in Sonoma County for over 28 years, and will assist in distributing the funds.
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Dear NAMI Friends:
Like our #SonomaStrong community, our team has been deeply saddened by the losses created by the wildfires, incredibly grateful for the determination and skill shown by the firefighters, law enforcement and utility workers who came to our rescue, and awestruck by the outpouring of support for those in need. Our staff members and office were unharmed, which means that we are in a position to add our voices and resources to assist those in need.
Here are some of the ways that we can help:
The NAMI Warmline - how to reach us and what we offer:
Available 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
866-960-6264; call or send a text message
warmline@namisoco.org; send an email
www.namisoco.org; visit our home page to use instant messaging (click on "Chat Now")
Information - We can answer questions about mental illness, treatment and recovery; how to navigate local mental health, jail, court and social service systems; how to advocate for a loved one; how caregivers can support themselves while caring for an individual living with mental illness.
Referrals - From our wealth of resources, we refer to educational programs and support groups, and community services that can help with employment, housing and financial support.
Support - Our knowledgeable staff and volunteers have both training and lived experience with mental illness as family members or peers, and can offer empathy, understanding and guidance.
Suggestions & Comments - Let us know how NAMI Sonoma County can better help those in need.
NAMI Talks: Trauma-Informed Care
November 8, 2017, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
At the Volunteer Center of Sonoma County, Classroom A
Call us at 707-527-6655 for details
Join us for a free educational presentation on the impact of trauma on our mental health and why trauma-Informed care matters. Speaker Wendy Wheelright MFT will share her depth of knowledge on this topic. From past experience, we promise a richly informative presentation!
NAMI Family & Friends Seminar
November 18, 2017, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
At NAMI Sonoma County Office
Call us at 707-527-6655 for details
Attend a free informative seminar for family members, partners and friends who have a loved one with a mental health condition to learn about diagnoses, treatment, crisis preparation, resources and recovery.
Please let me know if we can offer further assistance.
Mary-Frances
Mary-Frances Walsh
Executive Director
mfwalsh@namisoco.org
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The Ripple Effect: A Framework
for Enhancing Trauma Informed Practices
Thursday Novemnber 9, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Location:
The Key Room, 1385 N. Hamilton Pkwy.
Novato, CA 94949
Description:
This all day workshop presents an integrative framework for understanding and communicating across systems about how trauma can affect a child, a family, and a system using metaphor, visual models, common language, and rich case example and shows: 1)The domains of functioning affected by trauma; 2) The mechanisms through which trauma affects development and 3) intervention pathways.
Presenter:
Chandra Ghosh Ippen is the Associate
Director of
the Child Trauma Research Program at t
he Univ
ersity of California, San Francisco and the Director
of Dissemination for Child Parent Psychotherapy.
She specializes in working with young children who have experienced trauma and has co-authored over 20 publications on trauma and diversity-informed practice, including the manual for Child-Parent Psychotherapy, the children's story "Once I Was Very Very Scared," and the Trinka and Sam story series. She has over 14 years of experience conducting trainings nationally and internationally in diversity-informed practice and
Child-Parent Psychotherapy.
or
contact Anne Barron at
anneb@calparents.org
or 707-585-6108 x.1150
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United Way of the Wine Country (UWWC) has re-opened the Emergency Relief Fund in response to the numerous devastating wildfires in Sonoma, Mendocino, and Lake Counties. Donations were received from individuals and organizations not only locally but also from donors throughout the world.
The fund was increased to help even more community members when Senator Mike McGuire, Redwood Credit Union, and Press Democrat provided funds from the North Bay Fire Relief Fund.
Relief will be disbursed in the form of cash grants after family and individual relief assistance applications are reviewed and approved by a volunteer committee. Families/individuals determined by the volunteer review committee to have the greatest need will be given highest priority in the application review process. The majority of funding will go to those who lost their homes (renters and owners.) Relief grants are intended to meet immediate needs such as: clothing, shelter, transportation, food, and home cleanup/repair. Grants will be given to applicants based on available relief funds.
Any resident of Sonoma who as a result of the 2017 wildfires was displaced from his/her home, has suffered a loss to his/her home, or has suffered a financial hardship because of the fire (i.e. loss of income/employment, vehicle, etc.) is eligible to apply although the majority of funding is earmarked for those who lost their homes.
Applications are available in English and Spanish at
www.unitedwaywinecountry.org
or at United Way's office located at 975 Corporate Center Pkwy., Ste. 160, Santa Rosa.
United Way of the Wine Country (UWWC) reabrió el Fondo de Ayuda de Emergencia en respuesta a los numerosos y devastadores incendios en los condados de Sonoma, Mendocino y Lake. Se recibieron donaciones de individuos y organizaciones no solo a nivel local sino también de donantes de todo el mundo. El fondo se incrementó para ayudar a aún más miembros de la comunidad cuando el Senador Mike McGuire, Redwood Credit Union y Press Democrat proporcionaron fondos del Fondo de Ayuda de Incendios del Norte de la Bahía.
El socorro se desembolsará en forma de subvenciones en efectivo después de que un comité de voluntarios revise y apruebe las solicitudes de asistencia de socorro familiar e individual. Las familias/individuos determinados por el comité de revisión de voluntarios que tengan mayor necesidad recibirán la más alta prioridad en el proceso de revisión de la solicitud. La mayoría de los fondos se destinarán a aquellos que perdieron sus hogares (inquilinos y propietarios). Las subvenciones de socorro están destinadas a satisfacer necesidades inmediatas, tales como: ropa, refugio, transporte, alimentos y limpieza/reparación del hogar. Las subvenciones se otorgarán a los solicitantes en función de los fondos de ayuda disponibles.
Cualquier residente de Sonoma que, como resultado de los incendios del 2017, haya sido desplazado de su hogar, haya sufrido una pérdida en su hogar o haya sufrido una dificultad financiera debido al incendio (es decir, pérdida de ingresos/empleo, vehículo, etc.) es elegible para aplicar, aunque la mayoría de los fondos están destinados a aquellos que perdieron sus hogares. Las solicitudes están disponibles en inglés y español en
www.unitedwaywinecountry.org
o en las oficinas de United Way en el 975 Corporate Center Pkwy., Ste. 160, en Santa Rosa.
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SERVICES & RESOURCES FOR IMMIGRANTS
IN AREAS IMPACTED BY WILDFIRES
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The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued information about services and resources available to immigrants living in areas impacted by wildfires and is asking that the information be distributed widely.
DSS is advising of two important developments and resources for immigrants impacted by the wildfires.
1. Guide to Disaster Assistance Services for Immigrant Californians: CDSS has published a guide to disaster relief services for immigrants, which you can access here.
2. Disaster CalFresh (Disaster SNAP) for Wildfire Survivors: Enrollment only available from Wednesday, October 25 - Wednesday, November 1. Disaster CalFresh (D-CalFresh) is a one-time, one-month food assistance benefit for households impacted by the wildfires in Butte, Lake, Mendocino, Napa, Nevada, Sonoma and Yuba Counties. To be eligible, individuals must:
- Have been residing or working in the disaster area at the time of the disaster;
- Purchased or plan to purchase food during the benefit period;
- Have experienced an adverse effect due to the disaster.
Please note that social security numbers are not required to apply. Click here for additional D-CalFresh eligibility information.
Please share this information as appropriate.
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I wanted to share the following information and resources with you that were sent from the Each Mind Matters campaign in case they can assist you, your team, or your community.
It is always essential to take care of our mental health, but especially during times of tragedy. This email includes a few resources to share with staff and community members as well as a reminder, and tools, to practice self-care.
SAMHSA's Disaster Distress Line: Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
And here are additional resources available through SAMHSA:
As we work together to raise awareness about mental health, reduce stigma and discrimination related to mental illness, and prevent suicides, it is vitally important that we take care of ourselves. Our most valuable resource is each other and we need to strive to be ready for the tasks ahead, by practicing what is often referred to as "self-care." Self-care includes activities and practices that we can engage in on a regular basis to reduce stress and to maintain and enhance our short and long term health and well-being. Self-care is an essential social work survival skill and is necessary for our effectiveness and success in honoring our professional and personal commitments.
Below and attached you will find information, materials and resources that can be used to assess what we are doing, as individuals and within teams, to care for ourselves. The content below is based on information found in the University of Buffalo's School of Social Work "Self-Care Starter Kit"
https://socialwork.buffalo.edu/resources/self-care-starter-kit.html . We encourage you to visit the website where you will find additional self-assessments, planning guides, exercises and activities.
Attached you will find the following tools to assist you and your teams (each of the following items is explained in more detail at the link above):
* Self-Care Assessment
* Maintenance Self-Care Worksheet
* Emergency Self-Care Worksheet
Take good care and thank you for all you are doing during this crisis and every day!
Download Forms Here:
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Dear community friends,
I hope this email finds you and your loved ones safe after the Sonoma Complex Fires. I want to express my condolences to those of you personally affected by the fires. Although it has been tragic in so many ways, It has also been very inspiring to witness the emergency response as well as the outpouring of community support and love; thank you for all of the work that you and your organizations have contributed and will continue to do.
During the fires, we saw the disparities in our community play out. Although devastating, people from more affluent neighborhoods were able to leverage their personal and financial resources to stay with relatives or friends, stay at a hotel, or get out of the area while people from less affluent neighborhoods populated the shelters, beaches and campgrounds. Now, as evacuations are being lifted and people are returning to their neighborhoods, there is a disparity in getting information to different populations.
This is a critical moment for us to realize our vision of creating greater equity and rebuilding our community into a place that is a healthy place for all residents to live, work, play and belong. We could really use your help getting health and safety information out to our community, especially our populations facing the most disparities.
Here are some ways you can amplify the outreach right now:
Again, thank you for your leadership during this disaster. Gracias.
Kim Caldewey
Sonoma County Public Health
(Serving in the emergency operations public information unit.)
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HOUSING - For immediate housing help, including for renters, apply to FEMA now and start that process quickly at https://www.fema.gov/individual-disaster-assistance or call 800-621-3362 or TTY 800-462-7585.
CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE - FEMA can help reimburse childcare expenses. Be sure to register at 800-621-3362.
SONOMA COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES - For both lost and found animals, call 707-565-7100.
FEMA -- FEMA will also "offer disaster assistance for some of your other disaster-caused expenses including, medical and dental, child care, funeral and burial, essential household items, moving and storage, vehicle, and some clean-up items." Go to https://www.fema.gov/individual-disaster-assistance or call 800-621-3362 or TTY 800-462-7585.
PG&E and WATER CONTACTS - Call directly to suspend or check on your service:
PG&E: 800-743-5000 and the PG&E wildfire response website is live here.
Water for Santa Rosa: 707-543-4511
INSURANCE - Insurance forms and help, especially if you lost your information in the fires, are available at various locations throughout the city. Contact your specific company. Many have sites set up at the Fairgrounds and at evacuation shelters, plus some are at Home Depot.
If you're one of lucky ones and you have any background in completing insurance forms, I'm matching volunteers to help distraught families to fill out these sometimes complicated forms - please email and they will connect you with a family in need.
LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS - The Small Business Administration provides low-interest disaster loans at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/.
UNDOCUMENTED FAMILIES - ICE and Homeland Security have suspended enforcement at all evacuation sites and shelters as you can read here - so please spread the word that our undocumented neighbors can come into shelters and receive the help they need.
HELPING THE HOMELESS - St. Vincent de Paul is taking donations of unprepared foods at 610 Wilson Street, from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
YOUR MENTAL HEALTH - You can call for free and talk to a live therapist to get through this difficult time. Whether you have had a personal loss, witnessed the loss of others, or are supporting those with loss - these three Hospice centers have agreed to talk with anyone who needs to talk:
Memorial Hospice 707 568-1094
North County Hospice 707 431-1135
Hospice of Petaluma 707-7786242
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DOCUMENT ASSISTANCE
To begin the process of replacing lost IDs and other documents, go to a
Local Assistance Center and/or contact agencies directly:
California Driver's License: 800-777-0133. Visit a California DMV office to complete an application. Replacement license forms must be delivered in person.
Passport: 877-487-2778; 888-874-7793 (TTY); travel.state.gov.
Social Security card: 800-772-1213; (TTY) 800-325-0778; ssa.gov.
U.S. tax returns: 800-829-1040; irs.gov.
UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE
People who are out of work due to the fires may be eligible for unemployment benefits. You can file for unemployment benefits online at
eapply4ui.edd.ca.gov. You can also file by phone, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, by calling:
English: 800-300-5616
Spanish: 800-326-8937
Chinese (Cantonese): 800-547-3506
Chinese (Mandarin): 866-303-0706
Vietnamese: 800-547-2058
FREE COUNSELING
Some local counselors are offering 3-5 free sessions to anyone affected by the fire: See recamft.org for a list.
Shannon Ridge, LMFT, will be offering free counseling to any fire victims for one month. Contact her at 415-533-7282, sroggemft@gmail.com.
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It is scary!!!
We need more volunteers...
Because all kids deserve a friend and positive adult role model
Being a Court Appointed Special Advocate - CASA volunteer means being someone who cares and shows up. If you can commit to spending 2 - 4 hours a week offering advocacy, friendship and emotional support to a child or young adult in foster care, WE NEED YOU.
More than ever CASA invites the community to step up for foster children! The trauma of child abuse is sad enough and now it is layered with another sad moment - our recent fires.
Next training to become a CASA begins January 18th. Contact us at 707-565-6375 for more information or sign up for a CASA Information Session below to learn more.
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| Title of Announcement: Eligibility Specialist I - Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Salary: $3,904 - $4,746 Monthly & add $1.15 for bilingual positions
Multiple English & fluent positions available. Coursework or exp. required.
View info. &
apply here or call 707-565-2331. EOE. Apply by 11/6/17!
Title of Announcement: Code Enforcement Inspector I & II
Salary: $4,616 - $7,068/Monthly + Excellent Benefits
Permit Sonoma is now recruiting for multiple entry, journey level positions. Coursework or exp. required.
For more information & to
apply online or call 707-565-2331. EOE Apply by 11/16/17!
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Department: Clinical Staff
West County Health Center Health Care
Location: Guerneville, CA
POSITION SUMMARY: The Behavioral Health Specialist is a member of the medical clinic team who takes the lead in assessment, referral, and case management of mental health and psychosocial issues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide on-site crisis intervention, brief therapy, assessment and referral services for clients who are in crisis or otherwise overwhelmed by an acute episode relating to mental health, substance abuse, or other psychosocial issues.
Available for warm hand offs and consultation during primary care hours.
Work closely with WCHC counseling staff and other agencies providing mental health, substance abuse, and other psychosocial services to develop and maintain a network of appropriate referral sources.
Must comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations, and WCHC policies.
In collaboration with the Nurse Case-Manager and other clinic nursing staff, track patients referred for mental health and other psychosocial services to assure follow-up.
Assess acutely decompensated patients for risk of suicide, need for acute psychiatric hospitalization, or immediate referral to Sonoma County Mental Health, Psychiatric Emergency Services, and/or legal authorities.
Assist medical providers in assessing and reporting on psychosocial issues such as domestic violence, child abuse, etc.
Work closely with clinic nursing and case management staff to assure patients receive timely, accurate, appropriate advice, information, and referrals.
Consult with and for provider staff as needed.
Assist is the adoption and implementation of new technologies and activities that improve patient care and clinic efficiencies.
11. Document care in the medical record and appropriately complete encounter forms for each patient encounter.
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Possession of clinical licensure in good standing for the State of California for Social Work or Psychology.
Current CPR
Experience:
Experience working with diverse populations providing individual, family and couple's counseling.
Experience in health care settings preferred.
Training/experience with Chemical Dependency preferred.
Basic office and equipment safety knowledge and practice.
Expectations:
Attendance and punctuality is necessary.
Ability to work well with a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to problem solve and be self motivated with acute attention to detail.
Must have a commitment to excellence and high standards.
Must comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations, and WCHC policies.
Must have excellent written and oral skills, strong organizational and analytical skills.
Must have ability to manage priorities and workflow.
Required to have versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm and positive attitude.
Expected to have strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to understand and follow written/verbal instructions.
Able to work independently with little or no supervision.
Required to have the ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
Demonstrate a positive customer service, patient centered approach at all times.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job
Must be able to move freely about the office and carry light loads (up to 25 pounds)
Prolonged standing and / or sitting required.
Ability to work with office equipment, including computers
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Title of Announcement: Bilingual Clinician (2 positions)
Salary: Mid 50k's with a 15% differential for bilingual
Intro: The Clinician will provide evidenced based treatment services in the natural environments of assigned youth clients (school, neighborhood venues, and home). The Clinician also supervises the team's Youth Specialist and Peer Advocate. The ACT/PRIDE programs serve a diverse client-base including severely emotionally disturbed youth. Youth who are on probation with gang-enhancements make up approximately 50% of the caseload. Must be bilingual in Spanish and English, MSW or MFT with BBS registration or licensure is required.
Title of Announcement: Youth Mental Health Clinical Director
Sunny Hills Services
Salary is 65,000 - 72,000+ per year with excellent benefits
Intro: We are seeking a LMFT or LCSW for Sunny Hills in our Santa Rosa Office to provide Clinical Supervision, overseeing treatment plans and assessments of clients, and maintaining strong clinical and working relationships with Behavioral Health Departments in Sonoma, Marin, and Napa counties. Minimum of 2 years previous experience as a program supervisor, and must have experience working with SED youth. Experience providing TBS or other behavioral re-directive services preferred. Bilingual preferred!
Title of Announcement: Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist
Sunny Hills Services
Salary: Mid 50k's with a 15% differential for bilingual
Intro: TBS provides short-term (6 month), support to severely emotionally disturbed (SED) youths in multiple settings (home, group home, school, day treatment, and other areas in the community) through an intensive and strengths-based behavioral intervention program. Master's degree in mental health field required.
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| Title of Announcement: Student Success Specialist
Closing Date/Time: Tue.11/07/17 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Salary: $3,873.00 - $4,710.00 Monthly
Job Type:Full-Time
Location: SRJC Petaluma Campus: 680 Sonoma Mountain Parkway, Petaluma, California
Department: Petaluma/Student Services
Intro: The Petaluma Campus of Santa Rosa Junior College is seeking a qualified individual with demonstrated customer service and office skills to join an outstanding team of faculty, staff, and classified administrators to provide high quality services to our district, our community, and most importantly to our students. Under general supervision, provide assistance in the implementation of student success and retention programs at the Petaluma Campus, including the delivery of student success services and student follow-up services to CTE programs; perform support duties requiring expertise in data gathering and reporting, office management, fiscal management, customer relations, or other specialized services; coordinate with faculty, staff, and administrators in programs related to student success and support.
The Petaluma Office of Student Success welcomes, guides, and engages each student on their way to meeting academic and personal goals. It is our mission to help students navigate campus systems, connect to support services, and provide innovative programming designed to promote growth in and outside of the classroom.
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Introduction: Language Truck Educational Services is looking for after school Spanish Teachers and Assistants. Due to the fires some of our employees and/or their families have lost homes or had other hardships. They either need a break or can no longer continue working for us.
Now hiring After School Spanish Teachers and Assistants
Some K-6 teaching experience a plus, Spanish teachers must be bilingual, assistants do not need to be bilingual but some Spanish a plus. Hours are approx. 1-2, 2-3, or 3-4pm Mon.-Fri. - especially Wednesdays! Please give me a call if you or someone you know can help fill in.
Thanks! (707)293-3076 info@languagetruck.com
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Deadline Date: open until filled
Introduction: Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa, a non-profit and the largest human services provider in the North Bay, serves the most vulnerable regardless of their religious, social, or economic background. We challenge poverty, counsel immigrants, and care for our seniors by supporting the dignity and independence of all we serve. We support, educate, create opportunities, ensure the well-being of our staff, and engage community leaders in the betterment of those most in need.
Position Summary
The part-time, non-exempt Participant Advocate assists the Transitional Residents Program volunteers with the daily operations of the Homeless Services Center facility and its daily programing. The Participant Advocate assists participants with intakes and providing resources when appropriate. Through assessment the Participant Advocate is responsible for utilizing diversion practices as well as crisis response and intervention. The Participant Advocate is also responsible for assisting with oversight and coordination and staffing of Code Blue weather response programs operating at the Homeless Services Center facility.
We look forward to receiving your completed application resume and cover letter.
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Salary: $29.13 - $35.42 Hourly
Introduction: The Probation Industries Crew Supervisor is responsible for carrying out assigned maintenance, landscape, construction, and industrial production projects; completing job cost and time frame estimates; and acting as a Probation Department representative. Technical skill requirements vary based on projects secured and assigned, project specifications and/or building codes, individual expertise, crew composition, and use of skilled workers and project managers.
Ideal Candidates Will Possess:
* Supervisory experience
* Coursework and/or experience in project management
* Licensure as a general or trade specific contractor with the California State Licensing Board, or verifiable equivalent licensing body
* Corrections experience, working directly with offenders
* California Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
* Experience in operating heavy equipment such as backhoes, excavators, and bulldozers
* Journey-level experience in one or more skilled trades such as carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical, general engineering, or landscaping
* Project management experience in fire prevention and vegetation mitigation
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