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Jobs and Community Resources – 11/7/24

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Welcome to Resource Wire for Nov 7 – 13, 2024!

Seattle food banks are great when you’re having trouble getting enough nutritious food for yourself and your families, but not everyone is able to stand in line at the times that food banks are open. That’s why Rainier Valley Food Bank and Jewish Family Services have launched a pilot program  that allows folks to have fresh groceries delivered to them at home FOR FREE. Read on to learn how to apply, plus find paid job training opportunities, free early education programs, and more!

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

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~NEW THIS EDITION~

FREE GROCERIES DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME 

WHAT: Are you looking for a way to supplement your food budget, choose the food your family prefers, and remove the barrier of commuting to shop? Rainier Valley Food Bank is collaborating with Jewish Family Service on a pilot program that provides the opportunity to do just that! If you are interested, you can apply online and the RFVB team will follow up with more information! Once approved, you can place your order online at no cost and have your groceries delivered anonymously via DoorDash. 

TO APPLY: Go to Apply for Grocery Delivery with Tri River Market. 

MORE INFO: Go to Tri River Market.

PAID JOB TRAINING FOR YOUTH 

WHEN: Applications due Friday, December 20, 2024. Program starts second week of January 2025. 

WHAT: The Seattle Youth Employment Program’s Learn and Earn Career Pathways offers youth participants opportunities to receive technical training in IT software development, nursing, or individualized certificate tracks catered to the young person’s choice of study — all while earning a stipend.  

TO APPLY: Go to Welcome to the Seattle Youth Employment Program. 

QUESTIONS? Call 206.386.1375 or email SYEP@seattle.gov. 

FREE PRESCHOOL IN SOUTH KING COUNTY 

WHAT: Kent Youth and Family Services is now accepting applications for Head Start and ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program) for kids who are 3 to 4 years old and living on low incomes. These FREE early-education programs offer quality part-day and full-day, 6.5-hour preschool classes, nutritious meals, health & developmental screenings, family support services, and parent events, education, and leadership opportunities. 

Kent Youth and Family Services supports families near Kent, Covington, Auburn, and Renton. 

APPLY: Call Kent Family Center at 253.630.9590 or Kent Valley Early Learning Center at 253.373.7600, or email earlylearning24@kyfs.org 

PAID JOB TRAINING 

WHEN: Applications now available. Classes begin November 19. 

WHAT: RISE is Uplift Northwest’s free four-week training program designed to help people develop workplace skills needed for stable, meaningful employment. Classes will be held in their Learning Center four hours a day, Tuesday-Friday, and cover content like the growth mindset, emotional intelligence, and resume building. Participants receive a $600 stipend upon graduation. 

MORE INFO: Download the RISE flyer or email programs@upliftnw.org. 

~HAPPENING THIS WEEK~

HELP WITH MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT

WHEN: Saturday, November 9, 2024, 3:30-5pm,

WHERE: Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98168

WHAT: Join a presentation on Medicare’s Open Enrollment. In this FREE, in-person session, we’ll discuss…

  • What you can do during Open Enrollment
  • Choosing and changing plans
  • What Medigap plans are available
  • How to get help paying for Medicare

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.   

Additional dates:

TO REGISTER: Go to Medicare Open Enrollment Workshop.

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

WHAT TO DO ABOUT PESTS IN YOUR APARTMENT

WHEN: Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 3-4:45pm

WHERE: Online. Register for link.

WHAT: Are you dealing with pests in your rental house or apartment? In this workshop, Tenant Counselors will describe how to:

  • Deal with different types of infestations.
  • Report problems to your landlord.
  • Take action if your landlord fails to meet their responsibilities to fix infestation problems.

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: Pests and Infestations in a Rental on the King County Library System website.

FREE LEGAL HELP 

WHEN: Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 4-8pm. 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. 

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! 

Federal Way community resource center 

  • When:
  • Where: Federal Way Library, 34200 1st Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003 
  • What: Social Service representatives are here to help you with cash assistance, employment and training, education, housing, food assistance, health/medical care, legal assistance, mental health and substance use treatment, transportation, etc.  
  • More info: Go to Federal Way Community Resource Center.

Tukwila community resource fair 

Burien resource days

  • When:
  • Where: Burien Library, 400 SW 152nd St, Burien WA 98166
  • What: Social service providers will help connect you to resources such as healthcare, education, recovery haircuts and more. Get help with a free phone and ORCA card. Hygiene kits and free lunches available, while supplies last.
  • More info: Go to Resources Day at the Burien Library.

Skyway community resource fair 

  • When: , 2024, 
  • Where: Skyway Library, 12601 76th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178 
  • What: Social service providers will help connect you to resources such as healthcare, education, free phones, mental health resources and more!  
  • More info: Go to Community 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.  

Kirkland job fair 

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 IT CAREER TRAINING 

WHEN: Applications due Monday, November 18, 2024. Course starts Monday, December 2, 2024. 

WHAT: Per Scholas IT Support offers a FREE opportunity to earn the Google IT Support Professional Certificate and the CompTIA A+ certification, equipping you with the knowledge to fill a wide range of entry-level technology jobs. It is a recommended starting point for learners with no previous tech work experience or coursework. 

The full-time 13-week course meets Monday through Friday, 9am to 4pm. 

TO APPLY: Complete the eligibility form. 

HELP WITH BAD CREDIT 

WHEN: Tuesday, November 19, 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!  

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

SWIM LESSON SCHOLARSHIPS & FREE SWIM GEAR 

WHEN: Saturday, November 23, 2024, 9 am-12 pm 

WHERE: Rainier Beach Community Center, 8825 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118

WHAT: At this “open house” style event, you can drop in any time to: 

  • Get in-person support to apply for scholarships (Must bring proof of income) 
  • Receive FREE swim gear (goggles, caps, life jackets, while supplies last) 
  • Enjoy FREE DONUTS and PASTRIES! 

MORE INFO: Go to Do’Nut Delay: Get Swimming Today! 

GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED HOMELESSNESS 

WHEN: Applications due December 30, 2024. 

WHAT: People who have experienced homelessness at any point in their lives can apply to receive up to $25,000 to support a professional or creative endeavor thanks to the National Alliances to End Homelessness’s new Susan G. Baker and Elizabeth Boyle Innovation Fund. Applications for the grant program are due by December 30, 2024, with virtual presentations and interviews scheduled for January 2025. 

MORE INFO: Attend a one-hour informational webinar on the application process scheduled for this Thursday, October 24, 2024, 3pm. 

TO APPLY: Complete the Susan G. Baker and Elizabeth Boyle Innovation Fund Application. 

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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