Customer Service Representative

Customer Service Representative (ID: 968333)
Experience: At least 2 years
Location: Tigard
Wage Offered: $13.25 per Hour
Hours per week: 40

More information and the job description are available inside iMatchSkills.  Additional screening criteria may be required to obtain the contact information for this job.  To respond to this job notification

- Go to www.iMatchSkills.org and from the left side of the screen, click on "Job Seekers Start Here".
- On the screen titled "WorkSource Oregon Registration", enter your iMatchskills username and password and click the "Logon" button.

Quilting and Community Gathering

Women veterans in the Grant & Per Diem program will be working on quilts again this week.  Our plan is to gather at 2pm, Friday, May 3rd.

We should be able to finish at least one additional top this week.

** If you do not sew, please feel free to join us.  We laugh and enjoy each others company as well as working.  We have had yarn donations again and that will be available as well. **

Following the quilt project, we will share a meal. Please see Angie for food assignments/offerings. Our entree will be salmon.

Resource Fair

The Sunshine Division & YWCA is hosting The "Elevate" Resource Fair. It is a "free" event.  In addition to jobs skills & placement resources, the fair will provide other basic human & social service resources, including family planning, healthcare, housing, furniture, household goods, food, and clothing to highlight some. Please see event info. below:

Elevate Resource Fair at YWCA

10am - 2pm 

Weds., May 1, 2013

111 SW 10th Avenue

Portland, OR 97205 

Open House - Adecco

Adecco branches across the US are opening their doors and hosting a Careerathon! This event is going to take place on Tuesday, April 30^th. All Adecco branches in the Portland Metro area are having an open house this day.  All are welcome during open house hours between 9am – 4pm.

Participating Branches:
Portland Branch: 121 SW Morrison Street, Ste. 110, Portland OR 97204
Beaverton Branch: 16155 NW Cornell Road, Ste 600, Beaverton OR 97006
Wilsonville Branch: 8269 SW Wilsonville Road, Ste H, Wilsonville OR 97070
Vancouver Branch: 11818 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Ste 102, Vancouver WA 98684

Open House - Xerox

There is an Open House event happening at Xerox Business Services, LLC in Tigard, OR

The address is:

13333 SW 68th Parkway

Tigard, Oregon 97223

They are hiring for Customer Service positions with classes running from May to July, 2013.

The Open House is happening between 10am - 3pm on Saturday, April 27th.

For those who may have interest, Alex Boyd - Customer Care Rep. has indicated applicants may make reference to him in pursuing this employment opportunity.  

Be Well Lecture & Fair

Be Well Lecture & Fair

Sunday April 28, 2013 1-4 pm
Lectures begin at 1:30

free admission, open to the public
Mt Park Rec Center/ 2 Mt Jefferson Terrace/ Lake Oswego

 

Be Well Lectures & Fairs provide space to obtain information, education and discussion in support of well-being. For more details visit http://www.BeWellFairs.com

It is only in our being well that we have anything to offer to anyone.

This event was made possible by Sprig Health

Vet Central Job Bank

Most of you are aware of this resource but I am adding it again for those of you new to job search.  This pool of jobs are posted from companies seeking to increase their commitment to employing veterans.

Latest listings can be found here.

Resource Fair, Saturday April 27th

THIS SATURDAY!

FACT FAMILY NETWORK RESOURCE FAIR

On Saturday, April 27, FACT will be hosting a disability resource fair aimed at families and caregivers residing in Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington counties, but all are welcome! Over 40 exhibitors from the tri-county area will be present. Arts and crafts will be available for the kids.

Saturday, April 27

East Portland Community Center

740 SE 106th Ave. Portland, OR 97216  (get directions)

10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Survey Monkey

With the name Survey Monkey, I wondered what sort of jobs they would really have.  For me, and you know my bias, what kind of name is Survey Monkey?  Does it really sound professional (translated: not stuffy enough)?

A small amount of research shows they have recently opened offices in "Big Pink" here and Portland and they have job openings.  Look here for the postings.

I was impressed!  These folks have offices in Luxemborg and Portugal! Seattle, Washington and Palo Alto, California are their office sites besides Portland.

If I knew how to drag a pic from their site to the blog, I would show you. They look like a fun bunch.  Check 'em out.

VRAP updates

This information will change daily.  If you are considering training, this site may have information which can assist you.

I have a copy of the approved training courses.  I can share it with you.

Bear in mind: this is time sensitive!

WHVRP JOB CLUB ... 04.24.2013

We expect to be in the computer lab for this session.  We will be looking at each persons list of skills and see how those skills could be used in an occupation.

This is a chance to update your skills summary and interact with peers who might see your situation differently.

I will bring 3x5 cards and you will be able to work on phrases for your evolving resume as well.

WHVRP Job Club

Wednesday

04.24.2013

8:30am

Employment Access Center

** All enrolled veterans are requested to attend. **

You are not Alone

This is from a conference talk given to substance abuse treatment providers about the "trifecta" of issues many women veterans face. Eating disorders, addictions and trauma cripple many of our Sister Warriors.

This is NOT an easy read.

VA hiring Peer Support Specialists

This is to inform you that VA is in the process of hiring and training 800 Peer Specialists in the coming year.  Additionally, VA has awarded a contract to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance to provide certification training for Peer Specialists. All Peer Specialists are expected to be hired by Dec. 31, 2013, and will work as members of mental health teams.  Currently there are job openings in 33 states.

The grades for these positions are GS-6 through GS-9; however, a Veteran who meets all the qualifications listed below except for the certification could enter into VA employment as a Peer Support Apprentice, GS 5, and VA will pay to get the Veteran certified during his/her first year of employment. The following are the required qualifications for this position:

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Basic Requirements for Peer Specialists, GS 102-6/9:

(1)        be a Veteran who has recovered or is recovering from a mental health condition; and, exercise patience, and control emotions, with reasonable accommodation, if necessary, without endangering the health and safety of the applicant or others. (See also VA Directive and Handbook 5019)

CERTIFICATION

Be certified by-

(1)     a not-for-profit entity engaged in peer specialist training as having met such criteria as the Secretary shall establish for  a peer specialist position; or

(2)     complete State requirements for a peer specialist position.

LENGTH OF EXPERIENCE AS A CONSUMER OF MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY SERVICES 

(1)     Veterans eligible under 38 U.S.C. 7402(b) (13) must have a minimum of 1 year in personal recovery from a mental health condition; and

(2)     be discharged under honorable conditions.

Mental health care providers seeking opportunities to serve our Nation’s Veterans can find additional information online at www.vacareers.va.gov and www.usajobs.gov.

Jobs are currently open at VA Medical Centers in the following states: AL,AR,CA,CO,FL,GA,IL,IN,IA,KY,LA,ME,MD,MI,MS,MO,NV,NJ,NY,NC,OH,OK,OR,PA,SC,TN,TX,UT,VT, VA, WA, WV and WI.

Information for veterans

The Oregon Department of Veteran’s Affairs has published a 40-page comprehensive benefit magazine containing state and federal veteran benefits information including:

• the disability claims process;
• contact information for veterans services offices;
• how to access health care; veteran transportation;
• veteran trauma education;
• long term care options;
• dependent and survivor benefits;
• burial benefits; education options;
• home loan information;
• taxation deferral and exemptions;
• employment resources and preferences;
• auto adaptive and clothing allowances;
• IDs, DMV license plates;
• medals and records;
• homelessness resources,
• veterans court’s information and
• recreation benefits and memorials. 

You can read the entire magazine online at:

http://www.oregon.gov/odva/Documents/Veterans%20Benefits%20Magazine%202012%20sm.pdf 

Feel good story

Part of my job is I will believe in you until you can believe in yourself. If I didn't care, I would not be able to do this job.

Several of you have heard me say: I am here to walk beside you. Not behind you and push, not ahead of you and pulling.

This story hit a nerve for me and I hope you enjoy it as well.

SEEKING: Executive Assistant

One of my outreach contacts has an open position and I am not always sure WHO has WHAT skill set.  Feel free to contact me at the office or on the cell: 503.926.0521 if you want additional information.

"A large, established, reputable and rapidly growing commercial construction firm in Tigard, OR has a job opportunity for an Executive Assistant to support a team of five busy sales professionals and their managers. Main responsibilities will include: complex scheduling, preparing marketing materials for external clients, assisting with budgeting, expense reporting, written communication between sales team and customers and more. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity. The salary for this position is $17-$20 per hour. "

Irina is actively seeking qualified candidates.

WHVRP JOB CLUB ... Homework for 04.17.2013

SO, for WHVRP Job Club this week, I want to review some of the things I learned at the Incight Job Fair.  And, just so you can feel prepared and I am going to give you some things to think about until then.

• What is the worst interview blooper?  Could you have said it differently?

• Worst dressed at an interview (this example I will share from an employer).

• Does it matter what format of resume you use? (Two groups of employers weigh in on this one).

Beaverton School District

"ED Zapp" is the recruiting software many school districts utilize to find potential employees.

This morning, I checked the postings by the Beaverton School District and found several "interesting" postings.  If you are seeking either immediate, part time/on call work, summer positions in building maintenance, or fulltime positions ... this might be the place to look.  Most public schools are easily accessible by public transit so that worry can be set aside.

Try looking here.

Financial Empowerment Clinic

    THIS is your chance to go to a FREE budgeting class!  Please consider attending ... and then let me know how it went.

The  link is here.

New-to-Me Job Aggregator

If you are a "Techno-phile" and looking around, this place might be a resource for you.  I "enrolled" and did not expect the site to be so rich with job leads.

So ... try this.

I will follow up next week and see what sort of posting I find.

Whew. Incight Job Fair review ...

Whew!  I just came back to the office after the Incight Job Fair. Tired!  I am not old ... my feet/legs just get tired.  That is my excuse and I am holding onto it!

SO, for WHVRP Job Club next week, I want to review some of the things I learned today.  And, just so you can feel prepared and I am going to give you some things to think about until then.

• What is the worst interview blooper?  Could you have said it differently?

• Worst dressed at an interview (this example I will share from an employer).

• Does it matter what format of resume you use? (Two groups of employers weigh in on this one).

Health Fair & Screening Event

First Annual Health Fair & Screening Event

Friday, April 19, 2013 • 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oregon Convention Center Plaza • Portland, Oregon
777 NE MLK, Jr. Blvd.

The medical community in Portland, including physicians, physician assistants, and medical and PA students, has joined with the Oregon Medical Association to offer free screening services and education for the uninsured and underinsured in the Portland metro area.

Care Connection is free and open to the public. Health screenings and services will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for the duration of the event.

Screening Services to Include:

• Vision, hearing, blood pressure, diabetes and glaucoma checks provided by the Lions Club
• Immunizations
• Dental services
• BMI screenings with nutrition counseling
• Foot exams (including fingernail/toenail clipping) provided by medical and PA students

Resources to Include:

• Medications counseling and education
• Limited referrals to safety-net clinics and connections to other community resources
• Addiction, mental illness, PTSD services and support information for veterans
• Education on health improvement aligned with Healthy People 2020
• Nutrition counseling and healthy cooking demonstrations
• Smoking cessation education
• Free giveaways that support health and wellness

Participating Organizations:

The list of participating groups and organizations who will be on the plaza on April 19 includes:

• OHSU Medical and Physician Assistant Students
• Oregon Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation
• Kaiser Permanente
• Oregon Dental Association
• Oregon State University Extension Service
• Medical Teams International
• OHSU Let’s Get Healthy!

• Oregon State Pharmacy Association
• Oregon Society of Health System Pharmacists
• Oregon Health Authority: Immunize Oregon
• Coalition of Community Health Clinics
• Oregon Health Authority: Oregon AWARE
• Portland Farmers Market
• Lines for Life

Other supporting organizations include Northwest Natural, the Portland Business Journal, Regence, Project Access NOW, Oregon Academy of Family Physicians, Oregon Primary Care Association, Medical Society of Metropolitan Portland, Oregon Society of Health System Pharmacists and Sellwood Medical Clinic. 

VET NET

Vet Net is a job search assistance site.  They will walk you through many of the steps you need to accomplish before you begin active job search.  This is the link you will use to get there.

Looks like a solid source of information.

Good luck!

Discount Day at the Zoo!

HAPPENING TODAY: It's discount day at the zoo - admission is just $4 and kids under 2 get in free!

Sisters of the Road: knitting!

What’s Happening Now at Sisters Of The Road

April 4: Knitting Group Returns

Sisters Knitting Group is a well-loved gathering of knitters - newbies and experts alike! This fun group returns Thursday April 4th from 1-2pm, and will be in Sisters’ Personalist Center (connected to the Cafe). We’ll have yarn available or bring your own. Everyone is welcome, and we plan to be here every week. See you then!