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Jobs and Community Resources – 8/28/24

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Welcome to Resource Wire for August  28 – September 4, 2024!

Summer is rapidly coming to an end and so are some of the summer programs meant to help folks living on low incomes. One program you don’t want to miss out on is Sun Bucks, which provides parents with $120 for groceries per eligible child. If your kids weren’t automatically enrolled, you have until this Saturday, August 31, to apply. Read on to learn all about that, plus free vaccines, resource fairs, hiring events, and more!

NEW THIS EDITION | HAPPENING THIS WEEK | UPCOMING | ONGOING RESOURCES

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~NEW THIS EDITION~

DEADLINE REMINDER: EXTRA CASH FOR GROCERIES 

WHEN: Applications due by Saturday, August 31, 2024. 

WHAT: Thousands of Washington state parents have received an extra $120 for groceries this summer through the Sun Bucks program, but there are still some parents whose children may be eligible but have not yet received theirs. If your child was not automatically enrolled in the program, you have until Saturday, August 31, 2024 to apply. 

MORE INFO: Read SUN Bucks Applications Open Through August 2024. 

QUESTIONS? Call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at 833.543.3230 (TTY: 1.800.833.6348) Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. 

FREE ORCA CARDS FOR SEATTLE PRESCHOOL FAMILIES 

WHAT: Families enrolled in the Seattle Preschool Program (SPP) will now receive a free ORCA card to help them meet their transportation needs. The cards offer unlimited use on public transit through August 31, 2025.  

Families enrolled in SPP don’t need to take any additional action; the ORCA cards will be mailed directly to eligible households. To learn more about SPP or apply, go to Seattle Early Learning and Child Care Programs. 

MORE INFO: Read DEEL Partners with SDOT to Provide Free ORCA Cards to Eligible Seattle Preschool Program Families. 

FREE VACCINES FOR KIDS  

WHERE: Various locations in South King County   

WHAT: Under Washington state immunizations requirements, children must receive certain vaccinations before they can start school, childcare, or other early learning programs. To find free vaccinations events near you, check Public Health – Seattle & King County’s Where to Get Vaccinated in King County webpage. 

These events are intended for children ages 0-18 living in south King County, as well as children who are uninsured, are experiencing homelessness, or who recently moved to the U.S. and do not have a healthcare provider.   

MORE INFO: Go to Washington State Department of Health’s School and Child Care Immunization page. 

WHITE CENTER YOUTH JOBS & RESOURCE FAIR 

WHEN: October 16, 2024, 3pm-5pm 

WHERE: Greenbridge Learning Center, 9720 8th Ave, Seattle, WA 98106 

WHAT: The 3rd Annual Youth Jobs and Resources Fair is FREE and open to all youth ages 16 – 24 who are looking to pursue careers or explore educational pathways toward success. Youth will get to meet with colleges, employers, and community nonprofit organizations. They will have the opportunity to ask question and have access to various resources and program trainings. 

Attendees are asked to dress professionally (semi-formal), bring their resume copies (if any), and a good attitude! Meet with talent recruiters and human resource associates to learn about various job and educational opportunities. 

QUESTIONS? Call 206.670.6775 or 206.571.4897 or email akhem@ywcaworks.org or cltauiliili@ywcaworks.org. 

~HAPPENING THIS WEEK~

LEARN YOUR RIGHTS AS A RENTER

WHEN: Wednesday, August 28, 2024, 5-6:30pm

WHERE: Online. Register for link.

WHAT: Are you a tenant dealing with an infestation in your rental house or apartment? In this workshop, tenant counselors will let you know: 

  • How to deal with different types of infestations. 
  • How to report problems to your landlord. 
  • What to do if your landlord fails to meet their responsibility to fix the situation. 

A visiting attorney from the Tenant Law Center will also be on hand to help with answering questions. If you’re currently living in King County and being threatened with eviction, contact the Housing Justice Project for legal assistance at 206.267.7069 or hjpstaff@kcba.org. 

TO REGISTER: Go to Rent Smart: General Information – Learning the Basics on the King County Library System website.

HEALTH & RESOURCE EVENTS

WHAT: A variety of organizations are holding events this week to help connect people with basic needs and services, including things like cell phones, bus passes, vaccines, health care screenings, employment resources, legal assistance, and more! 

Shoreline community resource fair 

Beacon Hill resource fair for new & expecting moms

  • When: Thursday, August 29, 2024, 11am-2pm 
  • Where: New Holly Gathering Hall, 7054 32nd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118
  • What: Pregnant? Recently had a baby? Stop by the Community Baby Shower to meet community organizations that help with childcare, continuing your education, health care, medical insurance, food stamps, and more. Event includes giveaways, prices, raffle items, games, and snacks. 
  • More info: Download the Community Baby Shower flyer. 

Housing Choice Voucher resource fair 

MORE OPPORTUNITIES: For additional events hosted at King County libraries, search for “Social Services Help” on the KCLS website. 

JOB FAIRS & HIRING EVENTS

WHAT: A variety of employers are holding hiring events over the next week, with some making on-the-spot offers with no experience required.  

Walmart hiring event 

Solid Ground Transportation hiring event

MORE INFO: To find additional job openings and events, go to WorkSource Workshops & Hiring Events or Port Jobs Hiring Events. 

FREE MEDICAL CARE FOR PEOPLE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS 

WHEN: Various times and locations listed below

WHAT: King County’s Mobile Medical Program provides walk-in care for people who are living homeless (or were recently homeless) only. Please try to arrive at least one hour before the scheduled end time for the clinic. On rare occasions the clinic will close earlier than the scheduled time. Call the Mobile Van nursing lines if you would like to confirm the clinic end time for a particular day.

Please note: Sites and available services are subject to change due to Mobile Medical’s involvement in the COVID-19 response. Please check King County’s Mobile Medical Care webpage for the latest information, including upcoming dates in September.

Upcoming Seattle dates:

Upcoming South King County dates:

MORE INFO: Go to King County Mobile Medical Care or call 206.330.6775 for the Seattle Medical Van or 206.549.5562 for the South King County Medical Van.

FREE & LOW-COST VETERINARY CARE

WHEN: Various dates and times. See below.

WHAT: Seattle Veterinary Outreach, Washington Health Outreach, and Doney Coe Pet Clinic provide veterinary care for free or at a reduced cost to the pets of people experiencing homelessness and or living on low incomes.

Veterinary care is provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Pet owners are encouraged to arrive early to secure a place in line.

Services are reserved for those experiencing homelessness or living with a low income, which is verified at clinics. Pet owners should bring their SNAP, EBT, WIC, SSI, or TANF cards. Alternatively, a letter confirming that the pet owner is living in subsidized housing or receiving housing vouchers is also acceptable.

Upcoming dates:

MORE INFO: Visit Seattle Veterinary Outreach Clinic Calendar, Washington Health Outreach Schedule and Services, or Doney Coe Services.

~UPCOMING COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES & RESOURCES~

FREE RESTAURANT MEALS FOR YOUTH 

WHEN: Through September 1, 2024 

WHERE: Designated restaurants in Seattle, including Just Like Home Jamaican Kitchen, Other Coast Cafe, and Taco Street. 

WHAT: As part of the All-Youth-Can-Eat program, several Seattle restaurants are providing free meals for kids 18 and under and college students aged 18-24 with college ID during designated hours. Interested youth must complete the All-Youth-Can-Eat Participation Survey before placing each order. 

MORE INFO: Go to The Peace Bus. 

FREE BANKING & FINANCIAL CAREER TRAINING 

WHEN: Apply by September 2, 2024. Eight-week course held September 16 – November 8, 2024. 

WHAT: Free industry-specific job training for job seekers of all genders who are low income. Strong customer service and sales focus, followed by direct job placement into positions at partner banks and credit unions. Class meets online and in person three days a week — Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays — from 8:30am to 2pm. 

Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma/GED and be able to pass a background check. 

TO APPLY: Go to BankWork$ and fill out the contact form. 

QUESTIONS? Email bankworks@ywcaworks.org or call 253.736.2301. 

HELP UNDERSTANDING MEDICARE OPTIONS  

WHEN: Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 6:30-7:45pm

WHERE: Burien Library, 400 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA 98166

WHAT: Learn about all the parts of Medicare so you can make an informed decision about your Medicare choices. We’ll discuss…  

  • Medicare A, B, C, and D  
  • Enrollment  
  • Medicare benefits and options  
  • Medigaps (supplemental plans) and Medicare Advantage plans  
  • Help paying for Medicare  
  • Medicare fraud  

Registration required. This event will be presented by Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) Program volunteers. SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential assistance with Medicare health care choices.   

MORE INFO: Go to Welcome to Medicare to learn more (Registration NOT required).

QUESTIONS? Contact Sam Stones at sams@solid-ground.org or 206.694.6750. 

FREE LEGAL HELP 

WHEN: Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Registration: 4-6pm. Attorney consultations: 6-8pm. 

WHERE: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144, 3rd Floor 

WHAT: This free bilingual legal clinic offers pro bono legal aid that can level the playing field for individuals who cannot afford professional legal consultations. Help available on a first-come, first-served basis in English and Spanish. 

MORE INFO: Go to Free Bilingual Legal Clinic or call 844.502.9832. 

$200 OFF YOUR ELECTRICITY BILL 

WHEN: Applications due by September 15, 2024. 

WHAT: If you pay your own electricity bill, you may be eligible for a one-time $200 credit if you meet income requirements. Applying for the credit is quick and easy. 

TO APPLY: Go to Clean Energy Credits for Washington Families. 

MORE INFO: Download Seattle City Light’s presentation on WA Families Clean Energy Credits. 

FREE IT CAREER TRAINING 

WHEN: Apply by September 16, 2024. The 13-week course starts September 30. 

WHERE: Online. 

WHAT: Designed in partnership with tech industry employer TEKsystems, this free online course covers the core concepts and technologies needed to land entry-level tech support roles. Classes meet Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm, starting September 30. No tech work experience required. 

TO APPLY: Go to Desktop Support Powered by TEKsystems. 

QUESTIONS? Email seattletraining@perscholas.org. 

HELP WITH BAD CREDIT 

WHEN: Tuesday, September 17, 2024, 6-8pm

WHERE: Online; register for link. 

WHAT: Is your credit preventing you from obtaining a job, making a large purchase, or securing stable housing? This free credit counseling workshop from the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle may be for you!  

MORE INFO: Go to Credit Counseling Workshop – August 20. 

TO REGISTER: Go to Are you ready to get your finances on track? 

RECOVERY RESOURCE FAIR 

WHEN: Friday, September 20, 2024,12-2pm 

WHERE: Recovery Café SODO, 4202 6th Ave S Seattle, WA 98108 

WHAT: Food, recovery supporters, hygiene supplies, community partners, recovery speakers, healthcare support, and more.   

MORE INFO: Download the Resource Connection flyer for September 2024. 

FREE AIR CONDITIONING UNITS 

WHAT: You may be able to get a free A/C unit this summer thanks to Byrd Barr’s Energy Assistance programs. To qualify, you must first be approved for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). 

You may also be able to get help paying energy bills, refilling oil tanks, and repairing or replacing furnaces. 

TO APPLY: Go to Byrd Barr Place Energy Assistance Application: 2023-2024 season. 

MORE INFO: Read Low-income Seattle households eligible for free AC units. 

RENT SMART/¡INQUILINOS INTELIGENTES!

WHEN: English sessions are held several times a month, various days and times. Spanish sessions are held monthly on Thursdays, 5:30-6:45pm.

WHERE: Zoom

WHAT: Virtual Renters’ Rights Webinar Series presented by Solid Ground Tenant Counselors, with Tenant Law Center attorneys available to help answer questions.

Rent Smart Webinars in English

¡Inquilinos Inteligentes! Talleres Virtuales en Español

See All Upcoming Tenant Webinars

NEED MORE HELP?

  • King County residents being threatened with eviction can contact the Housing Justice Project for legal assistance at 253.234.4204 or hjpstaff@kcba.org.
  • Washington State residents can visit Solid Ground’s For Tenants website for self-help information, or call Solid Ground’s Tenant Services Voice Message Line, 206.694.6767 | TTY: 7.1.1, currently open for messages Mondays and Thursdays, 10:30am – 1:30pm (hours and days are subject to change).
  • Rent Smart is offered in partnership with Solid Ground’s Tenant Services, the King County Library System (KCLS), and Seattle Public Library (SPL).

¿NECESITA MÁS AYUDA?

  • Si actualmente vive en el Condado de King y está siendo amenazado con el desalojo, comuníquese con el Proyecto de Justicia de Vivienda para obtener asistencia legal 253.234.4204 o hjpstaff@kcba.org.
  • Los Residentes del Estado de Washington pueden visitar el sitio web Para Inquilinos de Solid Ground para obtener información de autoayuda, o llamar a la línea mensajes de voz de servicios para Inquilinos de Solid Ground, 206.694.6767 | TTY: 7.1.1, cual es abierta los lunes o jueves de 10:30 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. (las horas y los días están sujetos a cambios).
  • ¡Inquilinos Inteligentes! se ofrece en asociación con los Servicios para Inquilinos de Solid Ground y La Sistema Biblioteca del Condado de King.

~JOBS WITH SOLID GROUND~

NEW WAGES FOR SOLID GROUND DRIVERS!

WHEN: Job fair every Wednesday, 10am-3pm; call ahead to confirm

WHERE: Solid Ground Transportation, 8100 8th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108 

WHAT: Be a part of making life easier for those living with disabilities in our communities. Join our team of drivers who provide ACCESS bus services to people who can’t use Metro’s fixed-route system, helping people get to critical health and human services resources, and connecting people with their communities.  

Solid Ground Transportation offers: 

  • $23.56 (new rate!)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Part-time & full-time options
  • No CDL requirement
  • Paid training
  • Opportunities for long-term career growth beyond driving!
  • Full benefits (Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401k Matching, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, and Life Insurance)

TO APPLY NOW: Go to the Solid Ground Bus Operator job description and scroll down to How to Apply for application materials.

QUESTIONS? Call 206.694.6817 or email jobs@solid-ground.org. 

SOLID GROUND JOB BOARD

WHAT: Join the Solid Ground team and help us fight poverty and dismantle systems of oppression! We’re currently seeking candidates for these positions:

QUESTIONS? Learn more about Solid Ground and see other open positions on the Solid Ground Careers page.

~ONGOING COMMUNITY RESOURCES~

When you need help, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s why we put together lists of Ongoing Community Resources in King County for help with things like housing, food, childcare, transportation, employment, and more. Click on the topics below to jump to these ongoing resources posted on our Resource Wire webpage.

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