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ATTENTION U.S. VETERANS:
JOIN THE NATIONAL AMERICORPS SERVICE MOVEMENT AND EARN A STIPEND WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHER VETERANS.
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WestCare Foundation, Inc, a national network of nonprofit, community-based behavioral health affiliates is recruiting U.S. military veterans to fill 44 full-time position slots in its new AmeriCorps National Direct program (www.americorps.gov). Full-time AmeriCorps Members will provide 1700 hours of hands-on service over a 12-month period at a WestCare affiliate serving veterans and their families (onsite and in the community). Members will assist program staff to provide recovery support services, skill-building, screenings and assessments, etc. Member positions are available at WestCare program sites in Bullhead City and Kingman, Arizona; Fresno, California; St. Petersburg, Miami and Upper Keys, Florida; Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia; Tumon, Guam (Pacific Islands); Cook County and Sheridan, Illinois; Pikeville and Irvine, Kentucky; Sauk Centre, Stearn County, Minnesota; Pahrump, Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada; Forest City, Iowa; Manson, North Carolina; Portland Oregon; Sneedville, Tennessee; Olympia, Washington; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Torrington and Cheyenne, Wyoming, and St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. AmeriCorps Members receive a stipend (semi-monthly), benefits (limited medical and dental) and a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award (upon completion of service). Experience and/or interest in the nonprofit field, behavioral health field or veterans' needs is required. Preference will be given to U.S. military veterans. All positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to pass background screenings and the ability to commit to 12 consecutive months of service. Individuals selected are required to travel to an expense-paid week of mandatory training at a location, and on a date to be provided later, probably in October. AmeriCorps programs are open to U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent resident aliens age 18 and older. Interested individuals can click on the blue box above to fill out the AmeriCorps Application form; then send your completed Application via email to mshields@westcare.com.
All interested employees can fax or email their resumes to the contacts listed above. If you are interested in any position not currently posted, please email our human resources department at: mshields@westcare.com
WESTCARE SUMMARY OF BENEFITS
We offer competitive salaries and an amazing benefit package which includes a 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting upon eligibility with a 5% company match; a health insurance program that reduces the amount of your premium contribution at your third year of employment (the longer you stay, the lower your premium cost!!); a Flexible Spending Account that helps reduce your taxes; opportunities to move to other WestCare locations in 10 States, the US VI and the South Pacific- and GROWING!!
We also are a company dedicated to not only hiring Veterans and their families, but in providing services to Veterans. It's a true "Vet to Vet" opportunity!
Health Insurance:
- Anthem Plan
- WestCare pays employee premium after employee contribution
- Premium reduction based on years of service
Vision Insurance:
- UnitedHealth Care HRA Plan
- WestCare pays employee premium after employee contribution
Dental Insurance:
- Delta Dental
- WestCare pays employee premium after employee contribution
Short-Term Disability:
- Unum
- Sickness/Accident
- 7-day Elimination Period
- 13-week Benefit Period
- 60% of gross weekly earnings to $1,000 weekly maximum
- Monthly premium based on amount selected
Long-Term Disability:
- Unum
- Sickness/Accident
- 90-day Elimination Period
- Benefits paid to age 65
- 60% of gross weekly earnings to $1,000 weekly maximum
- Monthly premium "age-banded" and based on amount selected
Life Insurance:
- Unum
- Employer-paid life insurance policy on employee
- Option to purchase additional insurance for self, spouse, children
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Administered by ADP:
- Health Insurance premiums, non-reimbursed medical expenses and day-care expenses paid for in pre-tax dollars, reducing the amount of taxes taken out of your check, possibly increasing your take-home pay
Retirement/Investment-401(k):
By TransAmerica
- Eligible to participate the 1st of the month after 6 months of employment
- Employee contribution up to legal maximum
- WestCare matches 100% of employee contribution up to the first 3% of the employee's salary, plus 50% match on the next 2% contribution
- 100% immediate vesting
Retirement/Investment Program
- Eligible to participate at the first calendar quarter after one year of employment
- Must be scheduled to work a minimum of 1000 hours per year
- WestCare may contribute up to 3% of employees annual salary each year (discretionary)
- 100% vesting after 4 years of employment
Bank Discounts:
- Discounted services available to WestCare employees through Bank of America
Holidays:
- 9 "traditional" holidays
- 2 "floating" holidays annually
Vacation:
- 2 weeks/year in the first year
- 3 weeks after 3 years
- 4 weeks after 5 years
- 5 weeks after 10 years
- Accrued balance paid upon termination of employment
Other Benefits:
- Sick leave accrual (8 hours/month)
- Catastrophic leave program
- Bereavement leave
- Professional development funds
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee wellness program
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