Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California

Employment

PEP Job Program

PEP Jobs Program One of the most commonly asked questions by persons with epilepsy is "Where can I go for help finding a job?" Because many epilepsy patients have not had the opportunity to establish a career path, the California Pacific's Epilepsy Program in cooperation with the Department of Rehabilitation, has established an employment program called the California PEP Job Services, or PEP Jobs. The program is sponsored by California Pacific Medical Center, in partnership with the Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California, and the epilepsy programs at the UCSF Medical Center and Stanford Medical Center.

PEP jobs employs an employment coordinator and an employment specialist working collaboratively to help patients find and maintain employment. Because the staff understands how epilepsy can affect program participants, and are familar with the employment world, they can help patients find jobs that are the right fit for both the participant and the employer. For more information on the PEP Jobs Program and to sign up please use the California Pacific Epilepsy Program website link: www.cpmc.org/epilepsy 

Career Opportunites

Thank you for your interest in career opportunites located in Northern California. For your convenience, job openings are posted below and are updated frequently. If you find a job that interest you, please email, fax, or send your cover letter/resume to the specified address.

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Title:  Administrative Assistant

Salary:  Commensurate with experience.  Full-time, non-exempt, including benefits

Supervision:  Associate Director, Executive Director

 

Job Description:The Administrative Assistant serves as the primary contact for all telephone and in-person inquiries.Demonstrated computer proficiency and strong communication skills are essential to effectively complete any required task. This position requires the ability to prioritize and manage several tasks simultaneously. 

 

Responsibilities and Duties:

1.      Update affiliate Website regularly

2.      Coordinate and expand the Shining Stars Program

3.      Coordinate all affiliate and partner postal mailings

4.      Assure that office supplies are maintained and organized

5.      Manage all components of the Information Resource Center

6.      Develop and maintain working relationships with volunteers

7.      Represent EFNC to collaborative community agencies and visitors

8.      Distribute e-mails and e-newsletters to entire database, as requested

9.      Manage and expand affiliate database of clients, donors, and members 

10.  Effectively communicate via telephone or email with individuals of varying cognitive abilities

11.  Identify and develop public outreach opportunities and programs to increase support and interest in EFNC’s mission, goals and programs

12.  Participate in other Projects assigned by the Executive Director.

 

Qualifications Include:

1.      Bilingual Spanish ideal

2.      Willingness to work weekend and/or evening events

3.      Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

4.      Ability to work with diverse community based organizations and partners

5.      Desire to promote social justice and equitable treatment to persons with disabilities

6.      Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to communicate the Foundation’s purpose and mission

7.      Excellent computer skills in MS Office, specifically in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.  Knowledge of Donor Perfect is ideal.

8.      Ability to work collaboratively and handle multiple projects on various timelines in a fast-paced environment

 

To apply please sumit cover letter and resume by email or mail to:

 

William Stack, Associate Director

5700 Stoneridge Mall Rd., Suite 295

Pleasanton, CA 94588

925-224-7760

Fax: 925-224-7770

Email: williams@epilepsynorcal.org

***This position does not require a driver’s license. Public transit is accessible near our office***

Position Title: Job Coach
Location: San Francisco, CA
Compensation: $14-$18 Hr.
Contact Person: Matt Poland
Email resumes and questions to: polandm@sutterhealth.org

PRIMARY PURPOSE: (Position Summary) The Job Coach provides comprehensive support and services to persons with epilepsy who are beginning a new job, allowing them to maintain employment. The position “fades out” when employee is able to function adequately without support of the Job Coach.
PEP Jobs is an employment program offered through the California Pacific Medical Center.  

  Education:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or rehab counseling preferred, and minimum of one year’s experience teaching or supervising adults with disabilities, preferably in a vocational setting
  • Previous case management preferred
  • AS or AA Certificate and two years of above experience may be acceptable

  Skills/Knowledge:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, patience, diplomacy, and high level of customer service skills
  • Ability to inspire and motivate job seekers toward self-sufficiency
  • Awareness of disability and workplace modification/accommodation issues
  • Cross-cultural communication skills and the ability and willingness to work with a economically and culturally diverse clientele
  • Well organized, detail-oriented; effectively manage priorities, meet goal objectives; excellent team player 
  • Continuous commitment to improve knowledge of occupational and disability issues
  • Prefer experience with the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitative Facilities (CARF) standards and processes
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word,  Excel, Access, competent in use of  email)
  • Current First Aid/CPR Certificate and attendance in PEP Jobs’ epilepsy in-service class

Position Title: Job Placement Representative, FT

Location: San Francisco, CA

Compensation: $38-$42k DOE

Contact Person: Matt Poland

Email resumes and questions to: polandm@sutterhealth.org

PRIMARY PURPOSE: (Position Summary) PEP Jobs helps Bay Area individuals and businesses achieve their employment goals by preparing persons with epilepsy for success in today’s workplace. Individuals making the transition into new work environments benefit from PEP JOBS career and employment counseling, job placement, and retention services. The Job Placement Representative works closely with employers to solicit job openings, and with consumers to help them find jobs that are a good match for their aspirations and abilities.

   Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree or two year Community College certificate
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, patience, diplomacy, and high level of customer service skills
  • Experience in job readiness instruction, employment counseling, job development, placement and retention services for persons with disabilities and/or barriers to employment including seizure disorders, cognitive impairments, significant gaps in work history, and substance use issues 
  •  Ability to inspire and motivate job seekers toward early employment and self-sufficiency
  • Experience with reporting requirements, preferably with the Department of Rehabilitation
  • Extensive knowledge of Bay Area labor market, small business community, and human services
  • Knowledge of disability issues and workplace modification/accommodation issues
  • Excellent presentation skills, including public speaking, networking, and written communications
  • Demonstrated experience in working with small groups such as a Job Club
  • Excellent cross-cultural communication skills and the ability and willingness to work with economically and culturally diverse clientele 
  • Well organized, detail-oriented; ability to work in a fast-paced environment, effectively manage priorities, meet goal objectives; excellent team player
  • Continuous commitment to improve knowledge of occupational and disability issues
  • Prefer experience with the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitative Facilities (CARF) standards and processes

   Knowledge: 

  • Computer-proficient; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), competent in use of Internet, email; excellent research ability
  • Knowledge of rehabilitation service goals, and procedures

Experience: 

  • 3+ years of experience required in vocational rehabilitation position with emphasis on employment preparation, job development/ job placement 

    Title: Nurse-Medical Management

Contact Person: Sherry Homme

E-mail address: resume@benderconsult.com

Telephone Number: 412-446-4447 Fax: 412-787-7178

Location: Multiple Locations

Specialty Area(s): Nursing Experience Level: Entry-Level

 

Company Description:

Bender Consulting Services, Inc. is a for-profit company that focuses on employing professionals with disabilities in the areas of information technology, finance/accounting, human resources, engineering, and general business. Our President and CEO, Joyce A. Bender, is the host of the international talk radio show, Disability Matters with Joyce Bender. She received the 2003 Bush Administration New Freedom Initiative Award, and the 1999 President's Award, the highest honor bestowed by the President of the United States upon an American who furthers the employment and empowerment of people with disabilitiesFor more information, please visit us on the World Wide Web at: www.benderconsult.com.

 

Position Descriptions: Responsibilities include the following:

· Responsible to collaborate with healthcare providers and members to promote quality member outcomes, to optimize member benefits, and to promote effective use of resources.

· Works with medical directors in interpreting appropriateness of care and accurate claims payment.

· Ensures medically appropriate, high quality, cost effective care through assessing the medical necessity of inpatient admissions, outpatient services, focused surgical and diagnostic procedures, out of network services, and appropriateness of treatment setting by utilizing the applicable medical policy and industry standards, accurately interpreting benefits and managed care products, and steering members to appropriate providers, programs or community resources.

· Ensures member access to medical necessary, quality healthcare in a cost effective setting according to contract.

· Consult with clinical reviewers and/or medical directors to ensure medically appropriate, high quality, cost effective care throughout the medical management process.

· Collaborates with providers to assess member's needs for early identification of and proactive planning for discharge planning.

 

Qualifications:

· Requires current unrestricted RN license in applicable states.

· Requires strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, facilitation skills, and analytical skills.

Title: Cash Accounting

Contact Person: Sherry Homme

E-mail address: resume@benderconsult.com

Telephone Number: 412-446-4447 Fax: 412-787-7178

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA

Specialty Area(s): Accounting

 

Company Description:

Bender Consulting Services, Inc. is a for-profit company that focuses on employing professionals with disabilities in the areas of information technology, finance/accounting, human resources, engineering, and general business. Our President and CEO, Joyce A. Bender, is the host of the international talk radio show, Disability Matters with Joyce Bender. She received the 2003 Bush Administration New Freedom Initiative Award, and the 1999 President's Award, the highest honor bestowed by the President of the United States upon an American who furthers the employment and empowerment of people with disabilities. For more information, please visit us on the World Wide Web at: www.benderconsult.com.

Position Description: Responsibilities include the following:

· Reconciliation of high volume bank accounts ranging in size from a few hundred transactions to several thousand per day. · Budget preparation and forecasting.

· Pay attention to detail and diligent follow-up with banks and internal contacts is required concerning reconciling items.

 

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related area preferred. An Associate’s degree or equivalent finance/business training will be considered.

· Must be able to work on special projects relating to cash accounts, state liabilities, policies and summary reporting.

· Microsoft Office suite of products proficiency.

· Strong analytical and communication skills.

· Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, with a professional attitude.

· PeopleSoft experience is a plus.