RCAL (Resource Center for Accessible Living, Inc.) is a non-profit, community based service and advocacy organization run by and for people with any type of disability. Since 1983, RCAL has been dedicated to assisting and empowering individuals of all ages to live independently and participate in all aspects of community life.
RCAL operates in accordance with the conviction that people with disabilities can and should make their own choices and decisions and take control of all aspects of daily living including education, employment, housing, health care, and recreation. Our Independent Living Philosophy is who we are as an Independent Living Center. Please click here to find out more about Independent Living Centers.
Full-Time Benefits:
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Dental insurance
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Employee assistance program
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Flexible schedule
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Flexible spending account
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Health insurance
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Paid time off
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Long Term Disability/Life Insurance
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Professional development assistance
RCAL is currently seeking talented individuals for the following positions:
Senior Bookkeeper - Part Time
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour (holidays and PTO time)
Expected hours: 28 per week
A Senior Bookkeeper plays a key role in maintaining the financial health of an organization. Key responsibilities include managing financial records, overseeing bookkeeping operations, annual reporting and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Job Description
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Collect invoices, checking for accuracy and scanning to archives
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Enter invoices into A/P system.
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Process all checks for General Fiscal accounts including the operating account and the passthrough account.
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Process credit card invoices.
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Monitor bank accounts for transactions.
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Issue A/P checks or initiate ACH payments and post to cash.
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Assist employees with time accruals, understanding benefits or supply wage verification as requested.
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Provide Certificate of Insurance and notarize documents.
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Monitor pass through deposits and reimbursements for individual programs.
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Bill for e-mods, NYAIL and OFA programs.
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Other billing as needed.
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Process payroll bi-weekly and monitor for excess time, overlaps, program errors.
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Input payroll data into accounting system.
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Process postage and travel allocated to individual programs.
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Initiate employee reimbursements for travel.
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Quarterly wage reconciliation for future audits.
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Monthly balancing.
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Assist with open enrollment for benefits.
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Prepare annual reports and forms.
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Other duties as assigned.
Skills
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Good written communication skills.
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Computer proficiency
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Ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing and on the phone.
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Ability to multi-task and exercise sound judgment to ensure consumers’ needs and privacy are being met.
Ability to:
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Work in collaboration with finance team.
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Possess strong bookkeeping concepts
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Complete reports in timely manner.
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Understand and adapt to new or different software programs.
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Hold a basic knowledge of accounting, payroll, accounts payable.
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Have some familiarity with accounting system programs.
Education and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred.
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3-5 years minimum bookkeeping experience.
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Experience with accounting, spread sheet and payroll software.
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Familiar with Fund E-Z
To apply for this position, email resume to Anthony Mignone at AMignone@rcal.org
Special Education Advocate - Part Time
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour (holidays and PTO time)
Expected hours: 28 per week
A Special Education Advocate, also known as a parent advocate, child advocate, or student
advocate, assists parents of students with disabilities in navigating the complex world of special
education. Advocates provide information, guidance and support throughout the IEP process to
encourage decisions that meet the needs of the student.
Job Description
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Provide individualized assistance to families and professionals via phone, email, and in-
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person interactions.
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Build awareness of special education laws, regulations, resources, and advocacy
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strategies.
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Guide relatives as parents through the process of obtaining appropriate educational
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services and accommodations.
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Act as a liaison between families and school districts to facilitate
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communication and ensure compliance with IEP/504 Plan requirements.
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Work closely with caregivers to develop strong advocacy goals that reflect the
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best interests of the student.
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Deliver workshops for families and professionals on topics of rights, responsibilities,
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advocacy, and partnership skills (in-person and via webinar).
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Maintain online resources, for announcements and updated information for RCAL’s
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Special Education Information page with event calendars and resources.
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Represent families in IEP meetings, mediation, and dispute resolution
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processes.
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Input client information into RCAL’s record keeping system
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Participate in ongoing professional development.
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Work collaboratively with parents and volunteers to facilitate support groups.
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Other duties as assigned.
Skills
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Knowledge of special education regulations (IDEA, Section 504, and relevant state
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and federal laws), the CPSE/CSE process, and special education community
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supports.
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Excellent organization, research, verbal, and written communication skills.
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Intermediate knowledge of technology, including computers and standard office
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equipment.
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Ability to:
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Effectively plan one’s own work, while also working well within a team
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Listen carefully, attentively and with empathy
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Build rapport and sustain relationships with colleagues, partners, and those we serve
Education and Experience
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Associate degree is preferred; however, relevant professional and life experience
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may be considered as part of overall qualifications.
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Bilingual (Spanish)
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Previous experience working with families and children with disabilities
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Experience navigating the CSE/IEP process on behalf of a school aged child.
To apply for this position, email resume to Anthony Mignone at AMignone@rcal.org