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PATH’s Community Resource Seminars – 2018. We want to answer your questions about our local system of social services -- register today for our ½ day (4 hour) training! The cost is $50/individual, plus $45 (optional and special seminar rate) for the McLean/DeWitt/Livingston County PATH Directory or $40 for the McLean County only Directory. Both go hand-in-hand with the seminar content.

Our Seminar dates for 2018 are Thursday Feb 8, May 10, Sept 13, and Nov 8, from 8:30am-12:30pm.

To register, contact Ethan at or download the registration brochure from our website.

HOW FRESH IS YOUR PATH DIRECTORY? If you currently own a PATH directory, check your “freshness date” at the bottom right-hand corner. Is it over a year old? Make sure you have the very latest information to make the right referrals for your clients. Resources are constantly changing. If you do not own PATH’s Directory and you are working with people in nearly any capacity, you need one! Cost is $50 per directory for McLean County only information, $55 per directory for McLean, DeWitt & Livingston Counties combined. Additional charges apply if shipping is required. Contact Ethan at 309-834-0580 or [email protected] and order a directory printed fresh for you.

CIVA Meeting The next CIVA meeting is scheduled for 8:30am on Friday, November 10 at the ISU Alumni Center at 1101 N. Main Street in Normal.

For this meeting, the Agency Spotlight will be on Midwest Food Bank and the topic will focus on Utilizing Interns. In addition, the topic of interns will be in a round table discussion on finding, interviewing, and utilizing interns as well as determining what the organization wants and academic requirements.

There will be bagels, coffee, and orange juice provided! We hope to see you there.

Bloomington Library Wednesday, November 15 Teen DIY Craft: Holiday Wreaths  6:30pm; Community Room  For teens Those entering grades 6-12 are invited to take part in our Teen DIY Craft programs. There’s no need to register, and all supplies will be provided. On November 15, the teens will start decorating for the holidays as they create holiday wreaths at 6:30pm in the Bloomington Public Library Community Room.

Thursday, November 16 Teen Advisory Board (TAB)  4:30-6pm; teenZone  For teens If you’re a teen in grades 6-12 and you want to share your opinions about the teen books purchased and the teen programs offered by Bloomington Public Library, this is the place you should be. TAB will meet on the first and third Thursdays of each month from 4:30-6pm in teenZone. The group will play games and discuss Bloomington Public Library’s teen services. Small Business Series with SCORE: Getting Started with WordPress  6:30pm; Community Room Small business owners and others in the business world will learn valuable tips and practices in this series of programs lead by SCORE. Attend any or all sessions offered. On November 16, we’ll discuss getting started with WordPress. Meet at 6:30pm in the Bloomington Public Library Community Room.

Saturday, November 18 Global Tales  3rd Saturday of the month  11am; Children’s Department  Children of all ages Join IWU international students at 11am in the Bloomington Public Library Children’s Department as they read stories about their native countries and give cultural lessons about our world. A different country will be featured at each session. There will also be fun activities such as songs, dances, and games! Due to limited space in the story time room, groups — such as daycares and preschools — interested in story times need to make arrangements by contacting Melissa Robinson by phone at 557-8960 or e-mail at [email protected].

Thursday, November 30 Images of Lincoln's Eighth Judicial Circuit  7pm; Community Room Local author and Lincoln scholar, Guy Fraker, will give a presentation and show a variety of images of people and places from his new book Looking for Lincoln in Illinois: A Guide to Lincoln's Eighth Judicial Circuit. Copies of his book will be available for purchase after the program. Meet at 7pm in the Bloomington Public Library Community Room.

Why aren’t you riding Connect Transit? Do you want to learn how to ride, where it goes, or what Connect Mobility is? Come and learn at a FREE Orientation, or FREE 1-to-1 bus training .

 Orientations are held @ LIFE CIL or can be scheduled at your organization (presentations can be customized to fit your needs).  Orientations give an overview of public transportation, how to plan a trip & ride, who is eligible for Connect Mobility & how to apply. One-to-one Bus Training is also available!

The next orientations at LIFE CIL (2201 Eastland Dr. Suite 1, Bloomington IL 61704) are scheduled for:

 TU 11/14 9:30-10:30a  TH 11/30 2:00-3:00p  TU 12/04 10:00-11:00a  TU 12/19 3:00-4:00p

NOTE: if these days/times do not work for you, call Shannon & set up a 1-to-1 orientation at a time that works for you or your group! Contact Shannon by phone/TTY 309-663-5433 or email: [email protected] to RSVP, request an accommodation (like large print, or an interpreter), or schedule an orientation or 1-to-1 bus training!

Imagine Eastview’s Holiday Assistance Program and the 2017 Distribution Day is Saturday, December 2nd. Walk in shopping begins at 2:00 pm but guests may arrive between 10:00 am and 1:30 pm on December 2nd. We ask that you bring a photo ID and a piece of mail from your current address. Only the registered guest will be able to shop at the appointment time. If you are registered and have an appointment time that you’re unable to attend, please call 309-451-5008 and leave your name and appointment time as well as a contact phone number on the voicemail indicating you want Personal Shopping. We will have an IMAGINE team member shop for you using our Personal Shopping option at your appointed time. All orders are filled based on availability of items. Your items will be available for pick up on Monday, December 4th between 6:00 & 8:00 pm at the Eastview Food Pantry. When items are picked up a photo ID and piece of mail will be required. There is no phone-in registration available.

*Eastview Food Pantry will be closed for Thanksgiving November 21st – 23rd.

Grabill-Homan Community Peace Prize The Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies Program at Illinois State University is accepting nominations and self-nominations for the Grabill-Homan Community Peace Prize, which is named for Joseph L. Grabill and Gerlof D. Homan, Illinois State University emeritus professors of history who helped establish the interdisciplinary Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies Program.

The Grabill-Homan Community Peace Prize recognizes individual achievements in peacemaking, leadership, community service, and activism. The award recipient will be presented with a plaque in the spring of 2018.

To be eligible, a nominee must be a resident of Bloomington or Normal and be at least 21 years of age. Eligible individuals must have a record of participation in peacemaking activities in the community. Examples of such activities include activities in the areas of civil rights, cross-cultural understanding, economic and social justice, environmental protection, as well as activities that help advance peace and human dignity. Nominees should have a record of peaceful conflict resolution, leadership, integrity, and compassion and demonstrate respect for all individuals. Nominees may demonstrate these personal attributes and a record of peacemaking activities in any area, including the workplace, family life, or volunteer work.

The following materials are required for all nominations or self-nominations for the Grabill-Homan Community Peace Prize: -Nominees should provide a brief resume that highlights their relevant peacemaking activities. -Two letters of support are required. These letters should be from individuals who can speak to the impact of the nominee’s activities and initiatives on the community. -A brief 300-500 word description of a community need that should receive public attention is also required. This description should be written by the nominee, and the community need should have a peace and conflict resolution dimension.

Please send applications to:

Dr. Dawn Beichner Department of Criminal Justice Sciences Illinois State University Campus Box 5250 Normal, IL 61790-5250

Applications must be received no later than January 31st, 2018.

Any questions can be directed to Dr. Dawn Beichner, who can be contacted by e-mail at [email protected].

Looking to improve your speaking and leadership skills? Ignite your career? Gain the confidence to speak up?

Voices for Service toastmasters is the place for you. We meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

First State Bank 202 N Prospect Road 2nd floor conference room

Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to express yourself effectively in any situation. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retired, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills.

Don't delay! Become the speaker and leader you want to be.

GUESTS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! Visit our next meeting -– bring a friend – bring your lunch. You won't regret it!

For more information: VP Membership Mike Guaderrama 309.706.8476

University of Illinois Extension Nutrition & Wellness Educator, Jenna Smith, has a program coming up in McLean County!

The Power of Breakfast at OSF St. Joseph Hospital

University of Illinois Extension and the Center for Healthy Lifestyles present: “The Power of Breakfast.” The class will be held on November 15 from 12-1 p.m. at the Center for Healthy Lifestyles at OSF St. Joseph Hospital, 2200 E. Washington St., Bloomington, IL. Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Register Dietitian, Jenna Smith, as she teaches you how to create a satisfying breakfast in a jiffy! Come enjoy breakfast for lunch and take a packet of recipes home with you. The cost is $15 per person. To register, visit https://www.osfhealthcare.org/st-joseph/calendar/ or call toll free: 1-888-627-5673. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact us at (309) 663-8306.

Fundraiser Opportunities

First United Methodist Church to Host Giving Tuesday Event #GivingTuesdayBloNo Tuesday, November 28th, 2017 Open House Hours: 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. and 4:00 – 6:00 P.M.

Normal First United Methodist Church. 211 N. School St. Normal, IL at the Church lounge, just inside the main (east) entrance. Free parking available (watch for signs) Phone: 309.452.2096 Contact: [email protected] Website: http://normalfumc.org/news/giving-tuesday/ Facebook Page: Normal First UMC

#GivingTuesdayBloNo will: -Increase the awareness about local nonprofit organizations -Bring a personal touch by facilitating face-to-face contact -Provide donors with an opportunity to contribute in-person, in real time

Normal First United Methodist Church is pleased to host #GivingTuesdayBloNo on Tuesday, November 28th. Entering its sixth year, Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the widely-recognized shopping events of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving.

Representatives from local, nonprofit, or 501(c)3 organizations are invited to attend and present displays with information about your services. Tables will be provided; power is available upon request. To enroll as a participating organization, please sign up using this short form no later than 11/15. Due to space limitations, enrollment for this event will be capped at 25; fourteen local organizations are currently registered to participate. We invite the community, including school and campus groups, to stop by to learn more and donate to any of the various organizations. Community members may attend during either or both open house sessions and are not required to register in advance. Employment Opportunities

Mid Central Community Action, Inc. is hiring: Full Time Court Advocate  Complete intakes for clients seeking legal advocacy services  Provide quality services to victims of domestic violence, including but not limited to, civil / criminal advocacy, individual / group IDVA, safety planning  Provide emotional support and education to victims seeking an OP  Assist clients in completing the EOP and POP paperwork and filing process  Provide in-person and telephone counseling, advocacy, information, and referrals  Provide educational materials (re: purple packets) to domestic violence victims  Facilitate Pre-Hearing group sessions for clients  Accompany clients to court proceedings  Coordinate with Victim/Witness Office to provide information to clients regarding dispositions and future hearing dates  Network with other agencies to provide assistance for domestic violence victims  Maintain confidentiality of all client information  Complete service logs and all necessary paperwork to document hours of service, training, etc. and submit to designated staff on a weekly basis (minimum) If you are interested in applying, please email Tami Foley at [email protected] with your cover letter and current resume

Mid Central Community Action, Inc. is hiring: Full Time Financial/Housing Coach  Build relationships with customers to set goals and provide ongoing support to achieve goals  Work with customers to create and follow a budget and track expenditures  Educate customers about consumer credit issues and assist in the development of a plan to resolve the issues  Provide guidance to customers about debt management  Educate customers on financial products and decision-making  Coach and counsel residents in the Transitional Housing program on finances and life skills  Prepare first-time homebuyers for pre-approval for financing for home purchase and assess readiness to buy by planning, organizing and facilitating homebuyer education class curriculum and providing individual comprehensive home ownership counseling  Process applications for down payment assistance through Down Payment Assistance Program, coordinating with lenders, realtors, and applicants as required  Attend home purchase closings in which down payment assistance funds are used as a customer advocate  Counsels and assists existing homeowners to maintain their homeownership  Provide comprehensive foreclosure counseling services  Be familiar with local financing programs  Work with lenders to market MCCA’s services and products

If you are interested in applying, please email Tami Foley at [email protected] with your cover letter and current resume.

Mid Central Community Action is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Marcfirst: Direct Support Professional (DSP) Empowering people with disabilities Marcfirst is seeking motivated and caring individuals to work with adults with developmental disabilities in residential and community settings in the Bloomington-Normal area. Assist in areas of daily living, recreation, work, and community involvement. Flexible scheduling and benefit eligible positions are available. Opportunities include advancement and entry level management positions. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid Illinois Driver’s License with a driving record in good standing, current proof of automobile insurance, and a successful background check. Please apply online at www.marcfirst.org. For questions contact Brandie at (309) 451-8888 Ext: 237. Marcfirst is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Marcfirst: On Site Supervisor (OSS) Empowering people with disabilities and supporting a team of staff Marcfirst is seeking dynamic individuals for the position of On-Site Residential Supervisor at various locations throughout the Bloomington-Normal area. Duties include supervising a team that provides individualized support to people with developmental disabilities. This position is full time and benefit eligible. Paid management and leadership training is available. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid Illinois Driver’s License with a driving record in good standing, current proof of automobile insurance, and a successful background check. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is preferred. Please apply online at www.marcfirst.org. For questions contact Brandie at (309) 451- 8888 Ext: 237. Marcfirst is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Advancement Systems Analyst This position serves as primary application support specialist for the Advancement office systems, which house all alumni, donor, constituent and contribution records for the University. Responsibilities include designing, developing, implementing, testing and revising processes, products, services and systems in support of the Advancement initiatives. These initiatives include donation and membership processing, data integrity and hygiene monitoring and updating, and ad hoc requests for information and services. Please send a resume and the names and contact information of three professional references to:

Illinois Wesleyan University Human Resources, Holmes Hall 209 1312 N Park Street Bloomington, IL 61701 Email: [email protected] Fax: 309-556-3411

Applications may be submitted until the position is filled; however, to ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by November 29, 2017. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation. Illinois Wesleyan University’s sexual misconduct policy is accessible at: www.iwu.edu/human- resources/SexualMisconductPolicy.html Illinois Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusive Excellence; details at: www.iwu.edu/diversity

THE BABY FOLD - Employment Opportunities:  Family Therapists, full-time (Normal and Champaign locations): Unique opportunity in growing adoption preservation program! Provide high-quality, in-home services and trauma and attachment therapy for (approx) 10-family caseload. 3-yr training program includes Theraplay and EMDR. MSW or related master’s required; 2 yrs. clinical experience preferred. Travel throughout Central IL required.  Individual Student Aide, part-time: Provide individual classroom assistance to elementary student with autism at Hammitt School, 8:45am-2:15pm, Monday-Friday. Must be at least 21 years old. H.S. diploma/GED and Illinois paraprofessional licensure (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire) required; related experience preferred.  Manager of Prevention & Early Intervention Services, full-time: Provide supervision, clinical consultation and professional leadership to assigned staff and programs. Master's degree in Social Work or related field, 3 years of child welfare experience, and relevant supervisory or administrative experience required. LCSW or LCPC referred.  School Nurse – LPN, part-time: Provide health care support to Hammitt Jr-Sr High School. LPN required, experience in adolescent mental health care preferred. 8am-2:30pm, Monday through Friday. Benefits available.  Special Education Teacher, full-time (January 2018): Now hiring LBS-1 licensed teachers for mid-year openings at Hammitt Schools, working with students with severe emotional and behavioral disabilities and/or students with autism. For more information or to apply, go to www.TheBabyFold.org or 108 E. Willow Street in Normal.

East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging A fast, multi-faceted work environment. We are seeking applicants to fill these important positions.

Be a part of the Area Agency on Aging team and receive competitive pay, excellent benefits, insurance, vacation, holidays, retirement, etc., and the satisfaction of helping older persons…..

Service Compliance Coordinator

As a key person in the management of grant funded services, accuracy, time management, efficient and effective reporting, and critical thinking are essential. The position is responsible for monitoring, compiling information, reporting, grant reviews, conducting administrative reviews, technical assistance and interpretation of policies relative to the rules and regulations governing federally funded programs. Minimum Bachelor Degree in a Human Services field and prefers 2 years of experience in grants management and use Microsoft applications.

Project Manager

As the lead person in the management of a new pilot project, to include the development of a provider network and negotiation of contracts for the provision of services to older persons. The position is responsible for the development of policies and procedures, supervision of staff, training, and marketing. Minimum Bachelor Degree in a Human Services field and prefers 3 years of experience in grants management, use Microsoft applications and web based programs.

Account (Project) Tech The position is responsible for monitoring of a dashboard for the authorization of service costs, recommending funding-line transfers within the project, disbursement of funds to providers of services and payment verification uploads to a web based system. This position requires a person who is detail oriented with bookkeeping, accounts receivable and accounts payable is required. Minimum of 2 years in accounting with preferred associate degree in accounting or business or equivalent experience.

ECIAAA is an Equal Opportunity Employers.

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