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Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here Role Description This role has the ability to understand employee benefits data, pricing and the ability to compare the data across companies. This role works closely with our sales team but is expected to provide support to our service area on a daily basis. The Sales Support Associate must be able to interact with these constituents including our advisors in an educated and informed manner. They must understand the "why" behind the "how" and have strong critical thinking skills.This position is for a 16 month term. Accountabilities: - Ability to understand the sales process and participate in the processing of the business with excellence. Ability to work with all systems required for the Sales Support Associate accountabilities of the sales and renewal process (as outlined on the process maps) - Works with Sales team to ensure that proposals are processed and released in a complete and timely manner to our business partners - Understand the renewal process and participate in the processing of the business is key to the success of the Selectpac business. - Acknowledging and raising any opportunities to the sales team - Miscellaneous Administration/Cross Functional Training/Professional Development Qualifications and Competencies: - Post-secondary education or equivalent industry experience - Experience in the Financial Services industry with an emphasis on Group Insurance would be an asset - Strong critical thinking skills with an analytical approach. - Adept with numbers, formulas and ability to read, compare and understand data - Understanding the end to end sales process and how each part of the process impacts the next - Intermediate to advanced skill in Excel, with a keen ability to learn and work within other software programs (RS4, ARC, Salesforce, etc.) - Strong verbal and written communication skills Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here Role Description If you want to be rewarded for individual performance and contributions, Great-West Life offers you the opportunity to begin an enriching and challenging career with our claims examiner team. You will be supported and rewarded for achieving clear individual and team objectives. As a part of our claims examiner team, you will have the opportunity to support Great-West Life's business by reviewing, investigating and assessing group health and dental benefit claims submitted by our plan members. You will make payment decisions, and work to ensure your performance targets are met. Great-West Life offers a competitive salary and bonus program that rewards your performance in achieving individual and team objectives. As well, an employee recognition program rewards exceptional performance. In addition to salary, annual bonuses, and employee recognition programs, you are entitled to a comprehensive benefit package, with options to personalize the benefits package to meet the needs of you and your family. Accountabilities: - Thrive in working towards clear quality & productivity goals - Are confident in making quick and informed decisions - Enjoy working independently - Are willing to learn new information on an ongoing basis - Enjoy investigation and problem solving - Feel comfortable giving attention to detail - Gain satisfaction when your work is accurate - Can work at a computer for extended periods Qualifications and Competencies: - Good reading comprehension and verbal communications - Good keyboarding - Basic computer and Microsoft office skills - Proficiency in English language - 2-3 years of work experience - A high school diploma Due to the high profile of a number of our clients, a Federal Government Enhanced Screening is a job requirement and this will involve fingerprinting and a credit check and will require your consent to fully participate in the process. Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here Role Description If you want to be rewarded for individual performance and contributions, Great-West Life offers you the opportunity to begin an enriching and challenging career with our claims examiner team. You will be supported and rewarded for achieving clear individual and team objectives. As a part of our claims examiner team, you will have the opportunity to support Great-West Life's business by reviewing, investigating and assessing group health and dental benefit claims submitted by our plan members. You will make payment decisions, and work to ensure your performance targets are met. Great-West Life offers a competitive salary and bonus program that rewards your performance in achieving individual and team objectives. As well, an employee recognition program rewards exceptional performance. In addition to salary, quarterly bonuses, and employee recognition programs, you are entitled to a comprehensive benefit package, with options to personalize the benefits package to meet the needs of you and your family. Accountabilities: - Thrive in working towards clear quality & productivity goals - Are confident in making quick and informed decisions - Enjoy working independently - Are willing to learn new information on an ongoing basis - Enjoy investigation and problem solving - Feel comfortable giving attention to detail - Gain satisfaction when your work is accurate - Can work at a computer for extended periods Qualifications and Competencies: - Good reading comprehension and verbal communications - Good keyboarding - Basic computer and Microsoft office skills - Proficiency in English language - 2-3 years of work experience - A high school diploma Due to the high profile of a number of our clients, a Federal Government Enhanced Screening is a job requirement and this will involve fingerprinting and a credit check and will require your consent to fully participate in the process. The start date of this position is Monday, June 3, 2019. Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here Role Description The Legacy Platform Modernization team is seeking a Quality Assurance Lead to help us deliver the Legacy Program. This role is a match for you if you are passionate about software quality, have strong test management skills, enjoy finding every last bug in software, enjoy working in a team environment, and are an effective and experienced leader. The Legacy program is a multi-year initiative to replace 14 existing applications with 2 new platforms supporting our Individual Customer Insurance and Wealth businesses. In this role you will work closely with other teams within Legacy and IC Technology, vendor resources (onshore and offshore), and multiple business units to implement changes that add value for our customers and our organization. As our QA Lead you will work with QA specialists and project partners across multiple workstreams in the strategy, planning, preparation, execution and reporting of automated (and occasionally manual) tests to support all facets of functional and non-functional testing, using standardized test processes based on industry best practices. Continuous learning, knowledge transfer and the incorporation of automation tools and processes is extremely important to the success of this team. In this role you will provide thought leadership in quality assurance.Technology, process improvement, automated testing tools and practices will continue to evolve and grow in this environment. Adapting to change and reinforcing new processes will be an important aspect of this role.You will advance and improve test processes to support evolving business needs and formulate test strategies to support project teams in accelerating delivery and reducing costs. At our company, the customer is at the center of what we do. Legacy Platform Modernization is looking for innovative, collaborative, fun-loving candidates that exemplify this and can demonstrate it in their work. We care about the financial, physical, and mental well-being of our customers and our staff. Accountabilities: - Identify and execute test strategies for all facets of testing for the Legacy Program - Set priorities and provide clear direction for achieving organizational, project and team goals - Be an effective information channel between your team and the broader Legacy Program - Help implement best fit methodologies for automated testing and benchmarking within the program, working with larger Individual Customer QA team - Advocate for and deliver on automation initiatives, best practices and quality standards - Provide leadership and coaching to project team members to drive a high-performance culture for the team and to support a culture of change within the department - Create an environment based on trust, open communication, creative thinking and cohesive team effort - Collaborate with Legacy and IC Tech leaders to optimize solutions and improve delivery - Investigate and evaluate new or alternative test methods that provide business value - Identify risks and escalate issues in timely manner Qualifications and Competencies: - Ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience leading a team in a project environment and 5+ years of testing experience - Deep understanding of testing principles and methodologies - Effective at analyzing how product changes affect testing requirements - Prior experience with development and testing tools such as GitHub, Jira, Selenium required - Strong knowledge of software fundamentals; prior development experience preferred - Strong communication skills - Strong negotiation and influencing skills to resolve issues and/or remove obstacles - Must be innovative and open to trying new things - Must be self-motivated, organized and able to multi-task in an environment of changing processes and priorities - Willing to tell us what we need to do rather than wait to be told what to do - Bachelor Computer Science/Software Engineering or Business degree would be beneficial Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here Role Description Do you thrive in a dynamic work atmosphere? Are you driven by innovative and forward-thinking ideas? Are you inspired to create progressive and collaborative workplaces? Do you put customers at the for-front of your designs? Under the direction of the Manager, Corporate Properties Design this position is directly responsible for managing the successful completion of Interior Design projects for all Canada Life leased field office space across Canada and within each Canadian Head Office Complex while providing excellent client service and project team leadership. This position is directly responsible for all aspects of the planning, development, and implementation and has overall project accountability for schedule, budget, and scope. Accountabilities: - Conceptual design development, feasibility analysis, construction and move management of projects to satisfy internal client requirements, - Production of space plans, furniture plans, elevations, millwork details and sections, - Completion of written, verbal, and visual presentations for projects, analysis of building codes for all provinces, review of the National Fire Code and Workplace Health and Safety regulations, - Creation of architectural working drawings and specifications according to the building codes and design of the project including finish selections, - Preparation and administration of construction tenders, contracts, and contract admin documents, - Develop and maintain positive working relationships with key stakeholders including clients, project team members, vendors, and external resources, - Coordination of internal resources as well as external design consultants, contractors, and sub-trades to ensure accurate and timely delivery of projects. Qualifications and Competencies: - University degree – Bachelor of Interior Design, Bachelor of Environmental Design, or Masters of Interior Design. NCIDQ accreditation and/or ARIDO, IDCs membership would be an asset, - Three (3) to five (5) years of Interior Design and Project Management experience with preferred experience in corporate office interiors or related field, - Understanding of project management methods, practices, processes and scheduling is essential. PMP certification would be an asset, - Demonstrated and comprehensive Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Project, - Proficiency with AutoCAD is essential. Experience with AutoCAD Architecture 2013 would be an asset, - Proven analytical ability and problem solving skills, - Excellent oral and written communication skills, - Well developed organizational skills including an ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and work to deadlines and within budget, - Ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as part of a team, - Strong commitment to customer service and team work. Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here Role Description At Canada Life, we believe in improving the financial, physical and well-being of all Canadians. The foundation of our strategy is placing the customer at the centre of everything we do. An important part of putting our customers at the centre is ensuring that we provide quality project delivery services and support to the business which arms them with the tools required to delight our customers. The Group Customer Technology Plan Sponsor project delivery team is responsible for delivering business and technology solutions to improve the Plan Sponsor experience. Reporting to the Associate Manager Project Delivery, Plan Sponsor, the Project Manager is responsible for business and technology projects for the Group Customer business areas. The Project Manager works closely and effectively with various I.S. and business leaders, along with project team members and external parties, to ensure the projects are correctly defined, planned and delivered. The Project Manager is accountable to the Project Sponsor and Manager Project Delivery in the management of project scope, budget, schedule and quality to deliver the expected business value that meets leadership and client expectations. The Project Manager will also be responsible to ensure projects meet the standard for required deliverables in keeping with the standards of practice. Accountabilities: - Plan and execute projects including managing project scope, requirement changes, and multiple and competing demands and priorities. - Work with the Sponsor and Delivery Leader to ensure that deliverables achieve required business results while communicating project information appropriately to project stakeholders. - Facilitate joint planning with stakeholders in the early stages and throughout the project lifecycle. - Develop integrated project plans applying appropriate estimation models and refine and management performance against them. - Identify project costs and budgets. - Anticipate, plan, and respond to operational and tactical risks. - Raise, track, and resolve issues and conflicts, remove barriers, and escalate to management as required. - Deliver status reports to project sponsors, delivery leaders, and executive team according to defined reporting cycles. - Perform post implementation reviews to ensure benefits are realized. - Contribute to the development and enhancement of PM best practices, tools and techniques. Must-Have: - 3+ years as a Project Manager in a project based delivery environment. - Degree in related discipline (Computer Science, Commerce, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, etc) or equivalent combination of training and experience. - Analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly critical thinking, with a strong attention to detail. - A focus on understanding the desired business outcomes and delivering to meet those outcomes - Customer centric approach to problem solving with the ability to collaborate with others - Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications skills - Ability to work in a virtual team environment, facilitating and contributing to work across geographies and across other functional teams - Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Nice-to-have: - Accreditation or working towards in Project Management such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent credentials. - Ability to adapt to changing priorities - Ability to grasp concepts quickly and to work independently with minimal direction. We offer a challenging, team-oriented work environment, competitive income and benefits, and opportunities for professional and personal development and growth. Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here Role Description We are looking for 8 Bilingual Claims examiners for our Montreal team. As a part of our claims examiner team, you will have the opportunity to support Great-West Life's business by reviewing, investigating and assessing group health and dental benefit claims submitted by our plan members. You will make payment decisions, and work to ensure your performance targets are met. Get the most of our amazing benefits! We offer a challenging work environment and opportunities for professional and personal development and growth. Our benefits include a wellness account, an allocation for continuous training, and free insurance coverage for your family from the start. The office is in a central location, at 800 de la Gauchetière, downtown Montreal. Next training start on June 10, 2019, apply now! Accountabilities: - Review, investigate and adjudicate Canadian Health and Dental claims in accordance with Group policy contracts - Conduct telephone calls to health and dental service providers for incomplete claims information - Make accurate payment decisions according to adjudication guidelines - Living our values of Customer View; Integrity; Partnership; and Communities Qualifications & Competencies: - Minimum keyboarding speed of 40 wpm, must be able to handle large volumes of work with a high level of accuracy - Bilingual - Well developed analytical skills - Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills - Proven organizational skills - Candidate must be able to work in a team environment as well as work independently with minimal supervision - Reliable team member with good attendance - Customer Service Focused - Ability to excel within a Purpose/Vision driven environment - Successful candidates will be required to participate in the Federal Government Enhanced Screening process We offer a challenging, team-oriented work environment, competitive income and benefits, and opportunities for professional and personal development and growth. Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here Role Description Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit, but love being part of a larger team in a dynamic, established business? As an Account Manager you can flex your entrepreneurial muscles while also reaping the benefits of an exciting career path with one of Canada's best employers. We're looking for an Account Manager with a solid sales background to play a key role with the Great-West Life Group Office. In this fast-paced and results-oriented environment, this position is ideal for a dynamic individual looking to use their proven business development, customer-service and interpersonal skills. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining key business relationships with advisors and with group policyholders and managing a large block of in force business. The key to your success in this role is an ability to respond to customer needs with innovative and customer focused benefit solutions. You'll be responsible for achieving and/or surpassing objectives including sales, profitability, and retention as set out by management. Balancing these objectives, you can expect a high level of decision-making, and rely on your resourcefulness, and creativity within a team environment. This unique role offers you the opportunity to drive your compensation due to a significant bonus structure based on meeting the annual objectives. Accountabilities: - Working in collaboration with advisors, prepare all aspects of Requests for Proposals (RFP) for small business, negotiate rates, prepare proposals and present to advisor and prospect - Responsible for all aspects of managing assigned accounts - Resolve non-routine, sensitive claims and financial issues as they arise - Manage advisor and client expectations - Exercise good judgment, creativity and resourcefulness as required to develop and maintain new and existing advisor relationships Qualifications and Competencies: - Post-secondary education - Industry designations (i.e. CEBS or GBA designation) considered assets. - Knowledge of group life, health and disability benefits and underwriting considered asset - Strong sales and interpersonal skills including the ability to overcome objections diplomatically and influence the opinions of others - Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to interpret potentially complex data for a variety of audiences - Ability to negotiate and influence effectively in sales situations - Valid driver's license and vehicle - Establish valued relationships with key stakeholders including advisors, peers and key business partners - Confident communicator and facilitator with the ability to train, present and transfer complex knowledge in a manner that is clear and effective - Excellent written and oral communication skills Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here If you want to be recognized and rewarded for your world class customer service this is a perfect career opportunity! As a Bilingual Customer Relations Specialist at Great-West, you will be responsible for responding to insurance benefit questions initiated by our members and providing outstanding customer service. Get the office hours you always wanted! The department operates from 7:30am to 7pm Monday to Friday, which means no late evenings and no weekends. We are closed on statutory holidays too! Our offices are in a central location and conveniently located along all major transportation routes. They are spacious and you may personalize your own desk. This location also offers a bright employee lounge to relax during your break. Get the most of our amazing benefits! We offer a challenging, team-oriented work environment, competitive income and bonus program that rewards performance tied to your individual and team objectives. Our benefits include a wellness account, a defined contribution pension for your future, an employee ownership plan, and family coverage at no additional cost. Learn and grow with us! We offer opportunities for professional and personal development and growth. Great-West Life provides an extensive six-week training and four-week mentoring program that will build your knowledge and skills to set you up for success in this role. You are also eligible to receive further training with an allocation for continuous learning to broaden your knowledge, qualifying you for greater compensation. Next training starts May 22, 2019 at the Place Bonaventure, what are you waiting for? Apply! As part of our team: - you will respond to insurance benefit telephone questions initiated by the customer - You will deliver the highest level of customer service possible, remembering the customer is the centre of everything we do - You will maintain a positive and professional approach with clients and your team. Qualifications and skills: - High school diploma or equivalent - Bilingualism (French and English) mandatory - Excellent Microsoft Office skills and an ability to learn multiple computer systems, both Windows based and other - Strong organizational and time management skills - Proven experience in customer service in retail or hospitality industry is an asset - Proven ability to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to find solutions - You will consent to a criminal background check as well as the Government of Canada enhanced security screening, the cost will be covered by Great-West Life. Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here. Role Description At Great-West Life, we're focused on improving the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our customers across Canada trust us to provide for their financial security needs and to deliver on the promises we make. That trust is built on the dedication, skill and energy of our employees and financial security advisors and their commitment to our customers and to our communities. Whether handling policy claims, growing and protecting clients' retirement and investment savings, providing workplace mental health support for all employers or helping build stronger communities by investing in community projects, we are committed to putting the customer first in all that we do. Are you looking for an environment where integrity, partnership, excellence and constant improvement are at the heart of your everyday life? Great-West Life's Langley Disability Management Services Office (DMSO) is recruiting for a Case Manager. The Case Manager will be an integral member of a client service team proactively managing assigned disability claims by evaluating medical information and job duties, developing case management and return to employment plans during periods of disability. The Case Manager is also responsible for delivering timely, professional and responsive service to our clients and their employees. We offer an extensive training program to provide you all the necessary tools to be successful in this position. By joining our Disability Insurance Management team, you will evolve in an environment where these values are present and you will also benefit from many advantages, such as: - 37.5 hours per week with a flexible schedule-ability to work from home 2 days/week - Paid Training - Paid Personal Days - Excellent benefits and wellness spending plan - Pension plan - Life Insurance Plans - Paid Vacation - Share Ownership Program - Competitive salary based on experience - Bonus structure - Education Reimbursement $2,000 (annually) - Career Opportunity Advancement - Fitness Facilities in specific locations Accountabilities: - Evaluate new claims received to establish eligibility for benefits in accordance with contractual provisions - Evaluate the extent of the disability by interviewing or writing to the applicant, the employer, physicians and other medical service providers, and manage the disability file by continuously evaluating all additional medical information - Write letters to inform all affected parties of decisions regarding disability cases - Implement return-to-work programs and negotiate with the employer - Evaluate health care coordination programs and rehabilitation programs to ensure they have positive effects - Respond to all telephone inquiries made by the applicant, physicians, lawyers, regarding the assessment of the claims Qualifications and Competencies: - Holds a bachelor's degree or college diploma in an appropriate discipline and/or the equivalent relevant professional experience - Strong planning and organizational skills - Analytical and demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions - Strong communication skills and interest in customer service and interaction with policyholders - Demonstrated ability and flexibility to work in a multidisciplinary and multifunctional environment - Ability to work with ambiguity - Ability to work with multiple timelines and priorities - Ability to transcribe information to the computer while communicating with the insured, employers, etc. - Knowledge of the medical field (asset) - Excellent Listening skills - Ability to work in a team environment and independently. We offer a challenging, team-oriented work environment, competitive income and benefits, and opportunities for professional and personal development and growth. Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here. Role Description *This is a 1 year Temporary Part Time position* Reporting to the Tim Hortons Supervisor, the role of Tim Hortons Store Front is to act as an ambassador for our Tim Hortons, and to provide exceptional customer service to our customers. The roles main responsibility is to take and process customer orders quickly, efficiently and accurately according to all Tim Hortons and GWL standards. Hours of work are from 1:00pm to 5:00pm Monday to Friday Accountabilities: - Makes a positive first impression: smiles, makes eye contact, maintains a positive tone of voice and says thank you - Responds to customers in a friendly manner with an appropriate sense of urgency - Prepares customers beverage and food order quickly and accurately - Suggests products, combos or sizes appropriately - Resolves customer concerns and complaints in a friendly manner - Communicates showcase needs to the baker and helps merchandise the product - Keeps the front counter clean, organized, stocked and ready for rush periods - Follows proper cash procedures - Follows all store policies and procedures - Maintains a neat, clean and professional appearance, in accordance with the Career Wear policy - Always follows Tim Hortons standards and guidelines when preparing product for our customers - Always records coffee times on the pots, and discards expired coffee - Prepares sandwiches, bagels and accompaniments as required, following the order monitor to ensure accuracy of each order - Regularly takes temperatures of the required product and records it in the Time & Temperature log - Follows proper hand washing techniques and all sanitation guidelines; completes all sanitation tasks as outlined by the Store Manager - Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Competencies: - The role would be required to stand for the majority of the workday. - Display excellent communication skills including the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions - Able to work independently and as a team member - Ability to prioritize and problem solve independently - Demonstrate safe food handling techniques. Must have or be willing to obtain the Provincial Food Handler Certificate. - Follow safety first initiatives as they relate to the task and environment of work performed. - Practice good personal hygiene and public protection protocols. - Demonstrates exceptional customer service and is helpful and courteous to customers and staff at all times. - Able to answer general customer inquiries. Refers more complex inquiries as required - Demonstrated record of acceptable performance and attendance Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here. Role Description The Switchboard Operator is responsible for directing all incoming client calls to the appropriate business departments within London Life, Great-West Life and Canada Life. This requires an understanding of the different business functions performed by all of the companies, the different business units and an awareness of the various contact names and numbers for each area. Accountabilities: - Respond to inquiries from London Life, Great-West Life and Canada Life customers; - Ask probing/clarifying questions of callers to determine what department to direct them to; - Direction of calls to the appropriate Company/Business area in an efficient and accurate manner; - Ongoing maintenance of internal contact listing (involves soliciting updates to contact lists from Business Leaders); - Sharing of contact information with internal departments; - Participate in process improvement opportunities; - Maintain timely awareness of Company initiatives, business cycles and changes to the environment; - Flexible to work shifts during hours of operation. Current hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM ET. Qualifications and Competencies: - Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and French are required, ; - Excellent communication, telephone etiquette and customer service skills are required; - Previous experience transferring calls through a multi-line phone system is an asset; - Solid knowledge and demonstrated experience in a reception environment is an asset; - Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook are required along with the ability to adapt well to new technology; - Good problem solving skills; - Able to make decisions quickly; - Adaptive to change and able to manage stress; - Team player. We offer a challenging, team-oriented work environment, competitive income and benefits, and opportunities for professional and personal development and grow Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here. Role Description The Data Analyst, Internal Audit Advisory is a newly created role that supports the execution of Data Analytics within the Canadian Internal Audit function reporting to the Manager, Data Analytics, Internal Audit Advisory. This individual will be accountable to support the Canadian Internal Audit teams with data extraction and transformation activities across different business systems, improving the department's access and understanding of business data, and implementing the Data Analytics strategy. He/she will bring a strong technical skillset to support the execution of data analytics and support Internal Audit in improving the depth and breadth of audit coverage, leading to improved risk assessment, richer business insights, enhanced monitoring, and efficiencies. Accountabilities: - Supporting the Internal Audit team's data needs for performing audit analytics - Extracting data from key business systems using SQL and other technical tools - Preparing and transforming data for auditors for audit engagements - Consulting audit teams on data validation, consolidation, and cleansing - Developing and execute data access plans for key business systems working collaboratively with IS and business stakeholders - Developing in-depth business system insights and documenting data knowledge to meet the needs of the Canadian team - Supporting internal training initiatives, assisting in the development and delivery of training to staff - Development business case scenarios and material to be used in training programs - Supporting the execution and refinement of the Data Analytics training program - Supporting the Internal Audit Advisory team on delivering engagements and initiatives affecting the broader practice Qualifications and Competencies: - Bachelor's degree with a technical discipline (computer science, information systems, statistics, actuarial science) [Minimum] - Bachelor's degree with a combination of business and technical disciplines (business degree with management information systems, computer science with a business administration minor, etc.) [Preferred] - 2+ years experience with data extraction, data management, and programming [Minimum] - 2+ years experience in an insurance or financial institution analytics role, and/or experience with Insurance business systems [Preferred] - 2+ years consulting experience in a Big Four environment or large consulting firm [Preferred] - Strong competence in programming languages, databases, and data concepts, such as SQL, Python, VBA, Excel Macros [Minimum] - Competency in descriptive data analytics techniques, such as outlier identification and pattern analysis [Minimum] - Familiarity with enterprise systems and IT environments, such as SAP, Mainframes, Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase, and IBM DB2 [Preferred] - Familiarity with audit analytical tools such as ACL, IDEA, Teammate Analytics [Preferred] - Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Qliksense [Preferred] - Familiarity with advanced analytics tools such as SAS, R, IBM SPSS [Preferred] - Strong critical thinking, problem solving, relationship building, teamwork, and collaboration skills [Minimum] - Excellent communication skills, ability to deal with difficult situations and opinions diplomatically. [Preferred] - You will consent to a criminal background check as well as the Government of Canada enhanced security screening, the cost will be covered by Great-West Life. Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Our Story We are proud to announce that Canada Life will become our company brand under which our three companies service – Great West Life, London Life, and Canada Life. Together, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have been in the business of keeping promises for over a century. The new Canada Life brand combines the strengths of all three – so we can better deliver on our purpose: To improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. We are excited about this journey. To find out more about our story, click here. Role Description We're looking for someone to lead technical content and digital messaging that enables us to create consistent digital copy. Expanding on existing content strategy, you'll lead a team of UX editors to continue a plain language approach to digital copy that evolves the ideal end-to-end customer experience across multiple digital labs. You're the ideal candidate because you not only excel at strategizing and creating effective technical content, you're great at partnering and influencing key stakeholders and decision-makers on the right content approach. You seek to understand the various and sometimes contrasting needs of different stakeholders (customers, advisors, business teams, legal, compliance, marketing, etc.). Ensuring that content is accessible is an organic part of your work. And you understand the need for, and thrive on working iteratively and collaboratively with subject matter experts and decision-makers to find the right balance between technically correct and user-friendly. You also know what it takes to lead and motivate a team of copywriters to create crisp, consistent and user-friendly digital content across multiple projects and across multiple offices. Accountabilities: - Lead, mentor and coach technical/UX copywriters to create top-notch content that adheres to standards - Manage copy team for high performance and continual learning - Adapt, build on and execute end-to-end content strategy for multiple digital platforms - Guide and edit copy based on a project's goals, aligning to create consistency across different projects - Work alongside key partners to understand business, regulatory and corporate requirements, and balance those with user needs - Recommend and influence copy usage within a UX and design-thinking context - Distill complex financial/technical content and jargon into user-friendly content with a plain language approach - Ensure digital copy (UX text, product messaging, landing pages, emails, etc.) for different projects adheres to the content strategy and style guides - Help shape and participate in customer research and apply insights to generate content design and copy that serves customers and delivers customer delight - Work with various teams to establish priorities and secure approvals - Responsible for content compliance with AODA and other accessibility standards - Collaborate with UX architects, designers, animators, strategists and researchers - Contribute to the development and maintenance of governance guidelines for digital copy - Work closely with designers and front-end developers to maintain site standards with regards to digital copy - Educate cross-functional partners on the role of plain language writing and content strategy throughout the product development process - Must be willing to travel between our London and Toronto offices on a frequent basis (roughly two days per month but possibly more frequently in the early days) and occasional travel to Winnipeg. Qualifications and Competencies: - 7+ years of experience in technical communications, content design, content strategy, or related field in digital - Excellent writing skills with an emphasis on digital writing - Strong facilitation and negotiation skills - Ability to interpret various stakeholder and user needs and translate them into compelling online copy - A strong listener and influencer - Curiosity and commitment to testing new ideas and innovating to drive business results - Self-motivated, organized and able to multitask and prioritize jobs to meet deadlines - Experience navigating compliance and market conduct concerns - Experience working with content management systems, including analytics tools an asset - Understanding of SEO strategy and principles Discover your opportunity….Apply today! Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities. If you'd like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself. Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.


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J.K. Adamsseekingnew CEO
Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2019 6:39 pm
By Darren Marcy, Manchester Journal
DORSET — J.K. Adams will get new leadership later this year as the company and CEO Jon Blatchford will be parting ways after seven years.
Owner Malcolm Cooper and Blatchford both said the parting is mutual and the change came as a result of conversations about the future for the manufacturer of high-end hand-crafted products for cooking and entertaining.
Blatchford, who was hired as the first non-family member to serve as CEO in the spring of 2012, said that after seven years, they both agreed that new vision might benefit the company.
"It's been a challenging and rewarding opportunity here," Blatchford said this week. "I think we both felt like the time was right for a change. It's a mutual decision we made."
J.K. Adams is known for its cutting and serving boards, bowls and other wood products that are works of art as much as they are functional kitchen tools.
They're still made by hand in the Dorset factory on Route 30 as they have been for 75 years.
But the manufacturing business is facing difficulties as competition has
continually moved production overseas to save money.
J.K. Adams, Cooper said, won't be doing that.
"We're going to keep it on a track that will allow it to stay in town," Cooper said. "I think little towns lose something when they lose these little manufacturers."
But that doesn't mean that J.K. Adams doesn't need to continually innovate to stay in the game.
He said their products are constantly being copied by foreign manufacturers but the cost of going after them through the courts is prohibitive.
"We just constantly try to come up with some new products," Cooper said, adding that "What new direction we might be taking the company to compete in this market where there aren't many manufacturing businesses left. It's been a struggle. It's not easy."
Blatchford agreed.
"The wood products industry in Vermont is a really challenging industry," Blatchford said. "We think we're on the right path to maintain the wholesale business but we're also trying to build a direct-to-consumer business."
Cooper praised Blatchford for his seven years of leadership at J.K. Adams.
"He's done a yeoman's job and he's worked very hard and kept the business moving ahead," Cooper said. "Jon's been a diligent and focused, hard-working CEO. But we agreed that a new set of eyes are needed."
Blatchford will stay on through the summer until his replacement is on board and ready to take over.
"I care deeply about the employees here and the long-term customers I have a very good relationship with," Blatchford said. "Staying on board for two to three months."
Blatchford said how long he stays will be up to Cooper and the newly hired CEO.
""I'll leave that to Malcome and whoever is hired to be my replacement," Blatchford said. "Malcome is actively looking for a leader for the business going forward. The transition will be smooth. I am committed to helping the company keep going forward."
Cooper confirmed that timeline.
"He's doing to stay on as long as needed to ensure an orderly transition," Cooper said, adding that he is conducting a search now for the next CEO.
"I don't have someone in the wings."
Blatchford said he expects to stay in the manufacturing industry that he has worked in since 1990. He also said he's committed to keeping his family in Vermont if possible or northern New England.
Cooper said Blatchford will land on his feet.
"I'm going to give him a glowing recommendation," Cooper said. "And Jon and I have worked out what we think is a very equitable agreement."
Contact Darren Marcy at dmarcy@manchesterjournal.com or by cell at 802-681-6534.
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Whenever Stevi Parker took the field for Pennridge, wins seemed to follow.
Parker, a senior and considered by many the state�s top player, finished her high school career by leading the Rams to the PIAA Class AAA state title game. It was the first time in school history that a girls team reached a state final.
And, even though the Rams lost, 1-0, to Peters Township, it still didn�t tarnish the season Pennridge had.
�Even though we didn�t win the state title, the whole experience is something I�ll never forget,� Parker said.
The district title was the second for Parker, since the Rams also won it her freshman year.
In her four seasons, the Rams went 79-15-3, another reason why Parker has been named the Intelligencer Girls Soccer Player of the Year.
�The biggest stat that Stevi Parker brings to any team she plays on is not goals or assists,� Pennridge coach Jorge Rodriguez said.
Having played for four years, Parker had a long list of teammates and she tried to learn from as many of them as she could.
�Every year was definitely different,� said Parker, a two-time All-Intelligencer first-team selection.
While Rodriguez coached her for four seasons, he became well aware of what he was getting before Parker ever stepped on the field for him.
�I do a lot of coaching in Newtown and with the Council Rock schools, so I didn�t know much about soccer in Perkasie when I got the job,� Rodriguez said.
Up next for Parker will be the Southeastern Conference, as she�s headed to South Carolina for college after also visiting West Virginia, Rutgers and Maryland.
It�s that versatility � Parker played just about every position for the Rams, depending on where she was needed � that will allow her to succeed on the next level, according to Rodriguez.
�Stevi is short like I am, but that won�t be a problem for her,� Rodriguez said.


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Type 1 Diabetes: It's All in the Genes!
By Matthew M. Sullivan
Elements of diabetes have confounded the scientific community for years. And while many developments have been made in the field, many mysteries remain unsolved.
But as it turns out, type 1 diabetes might not be as mysterious as we once thought — Dr. Stephen Kissler, Ph.D. and his team, who work in immunobiology, have found that genetics play a vital role in the onset of type 1 diabetes. In studies with identical twins, if one has diabetes, the other has a fifty to eighty percent likelihood of also developing the condition.
In only the past few years, technology has allowed us to identify about fifty genes that are associated with diabetes. That could be a HUGE development for people with diabetes, or for individuals who have a family history of diabetes.
Hopefully, in the near future, we will be able to wield this knowledge in order to stop or prevent genetic diseases, like type 1 diabetes, from setting in.
Find out more about the genetic end of diabetes and other autoimmune disorders in the Joslin Diabetes Center video!
Take a look, and as always, let us know what you think in the comments below!
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Matthew M. Sullivan holds a bachelor's degree in creative writing from Grand Valley State University, with emphases in fiction and nonfiction. He lives smack-dab between some railroad tracks and Grand Rapids Michigan's third-busiest road, and spends his time studying film and literary fiction.


YouTube/Hot 97	Alexandria Ocasio-Cortex made history by winning the NY-14 primary.
Conservative commentator and provocateur Ben Shapiro wants to take on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the Democratic nominee for Congress from New York. In a tweet on Wednesday morning, Shapiro said that he would donate to Ocasio-Cortez's campaign if she agreed to hold a debate with him.
There's been no reaction from the Ocasio-Cortez twitter account as yet. The relationship between Ocasio-Cortez has been troubled, to say the least, with Shapiro poking fun at the Democratic Socialist star online and in videos.
Whenever the Right is being particularly feisty towards me, the first thing I do is check to see which bad news of theirs they're trying to distract from.
Ocasio-Cortez said in a tweet this morning that "the right" was being "feisty" towards her — and that the reason why was clear. Ocasio-Cortez has become something of a liberal icon since winning the nomination to her congressional district and beating out Joe Crowley, the long-time Democratic incumbent for the seat. Ever since her win, Ocasio-Cortez has been the face of the "Democratic Socialist" party, touring the country and campaigning for other leftist candidates, along with Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.
But Ocasio-Cortez has complained before that she gets a lot of heat from Republicans. This morning, the Democratic Socialist took to twitter to complain that Republicans are attacking her — and that they're doing so in order to distract the public's attention from a major scandal brewing among Republicans in Congress. This morning, the FBI arrested Chris Collins,a Republican congressman from New York, on suspicion of fraud and insider trading. Collins was one of Trump's earliest backers in Congress.
After Ocasio-Cortez's tweet, Shapiro, a well-known pundit on the right, shot back that in fact, Republicans aren't trying to distract attention from anything — they are, he said, happy to cover Ocasio-Cortez's "inanity". And they're happy that she is the face of the Democratic party. That's when he offered to pay her campaign money if she'd agree to meet him for a debate. There's no word yet on whether she'll agree but it seems unlikely.
Shapiro also tried to stir the pot by suggesting that he and Ocasio-Cortez could use their debate as a fund raiser, and then donate the money to charity.
Last month, Allie Shapiro of CRTV put out a parody video of Ocasio Cortez which went viral on Facebook — and had many viewers believing that it was real. You can watch the video here. And you can read more about it here.
Allie Stuckey and Ben Shapiro have appeared together a few times — you can watch them reading mean tweets about each other here. And you can watch them poking fun at their critics together here.
And more recently, Shapiro released his own, satirical "interview" of Ocasio Cortez. You can watch that here. The "interview" consists of a clip from a previous Ocasio-Cortez interview. Listening to her speak, Shapiro appears dazed and confused, presumably to highlight the "inanity" of what Ocasio-Cortez is saying. A minute or so in, carnival music begins to play.
All in all, it would not be shocking if Ocasio Cortez turned down the offer of a debate — given the less-than-loving history between Shapiro and herself.
Conservative commentator and professional trouble maker Ben Shapiro wants to take on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the Democratic nominee for Congress from New York. In a tweet on Wednesday morning, Shapiro said that he would donate to Ocasio-Cortez's campaign if she agreed to hold a debate with him.


A Virginia man was convicted earlier this week in the death of a 2-year-old who died during a 2011 exorcism. Eder Guzman-Rodriguez beat his daughter Jocelyn to death in an attempt to rid her of the demon he believed was inside her.
Police summoned to the scene encountered several people holding Bibles outside the home, where Guzman-Rodriguez stated that he had also become possessed by a "bad spirit" when he punched and choked Jocelyn to death. The girl was found on a bed, wrapped in a blanket surrounded by Bibles.
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10 books that will take you around London
Immerse yourself in the culture, atmosphere and beauty of London from your own home, wherever that may be in the world. These 10 works of fiction are set in London and they will take you on a journey from the 19th Century to the modern city. Enjoy!
1. About a boy by Nick Hornby
Set in 1993, the story is told from two different points of view; a 12-year-old boy called Marcus, and Will, a 36-year-old single man. The book focuses on the way that the two central characters, Marcus and Will, learn to trust other people to find happiness.
Published in other languages:
Un Gran Chico (Spanish)
À Propos d'un Gamin (French)
Un Ragazzo (Italian)
Era Uma Vez Um Rapaz (Portuguese)
2. Brick Lane by Monica Ali
This novel is set in the 1980s and centres on the life of Nazneen, a Bangladeshi immigrant who marries an older man in an arranged marriage. Nazneen relocates to London to start her new married life with her husband, where she is exposed to a new culture, and struggles to find a balance between new possibilities and old traditions.
Siete Mares, Trece Rios (Spanish)
Sept Mers et Treize Rivières (French)
Sette Mari Tredici Fiumi (Italian)
Um Lugar Chamado Brick Lane (Portuguese)
3. Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Wolf
Mrs Dalloway was published in 1925 and covers one single day from morning to night in a woman's life. Clarissa Dalloway, an upper-class housewife, walks through her London neighbourhood to prepare for the party she will host that evening. The book centres on the events and people that Clarissa interacts with during her day.
La senora Dalloway (Spanish)
Mrs Dalloway (French)
La Signiora Dalloway (Italian)
Mrs Dalloway (Portuguese)
4. Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens
The novel, published in 1838, follows the life of the titular character, Oliver Twist, from birth. Oliver is an orphan and the book describes the harsh conditions of his childhood and his travels to London, where he meets a gang of juvenile pickpockets. The book describes common social problems of 19th century London.
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Les Aventures d'Oliver Twist (French)
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5. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle
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7. Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John Le Carré
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8. Vile Bodies by Evelyn Waugh
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9. White Teeth by Zadie Smith
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10. A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers by Xiaolu Guo
The main plot of this book is a love story between Z, who has come to London to learn English, and her English boyfriend who lives in Hackney. Much of the novel discusses language, and the differences between Z's native language and English.
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Carissa Brander, Jason Hart and Jacob Rodriguez Named Employees of the Month
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Elementary school teacher Carissa Brander and district Information Technology staff Jason Hart and Jacob Rodriguez were named Employees of the Month at the September 10th meeting of the Lucerne Valley Unified School District's board of trustees. The three were selected for going beyond the call of duty to help students, parents and teachers connect online.
Carissa Brander, who was named the Certificated Employee of the Month, was nominated by Lucerne Valley Elementary School Principal Ricky Anderson. Superintendent Peter Livingston presented the award to Ms. Brander while her father, financial advisor Martin Brander, looked on.
"With the recent call for educators to incorporate in-person and virtual instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers have to rely on one another to collaborate and help one another to provide the best quality instruction. One of the elementary school teachers, Carissa Brander, has taken a huge role in assisting and supporting others at the site," Mr. Anderson said.
"Carissa has provided fantastic hands-on professional development on Google Classroom for the primary grades. This action was not an easy task because some teachers had never used this platform before. Her colleagues walked away from the sessions with less apprehension toward technology and wanted more tips to incorporate in their classrooms."
Mr. Anderson added that Ms. Brander has also stepped up for her grade level as the grade level lead by collaborating with her team and bringing their input to the school's leadership discussions.
"She is a fine educator, and her classroom is a pleasant smelling, clean, safe environment for kids to learn."
Ms. Brander is a product of LVUSD (attending K-12) and prides herself on being a role model to the school's student body, according to Mr. Anderson. "She shows them that they, too, can be anything they want to be and the importance of giving back to one's community."
Classified Employees Jason Hart and Jacob Rodriguez
Mr. Livingston presented the Classified Employees of the Month Award to IT Department staff members Jason Hart and Jacob Rodriguez.
"It is an extreme pleasure to recognize the members of our IT Department who have worked tirelessly to ensure that our staff, students, and stakeholders are connected and ready for Distance Learning," Mr. Livingston said. "Jason Hart and Jacob Rodriguez always put forth the maximum effort in any endeavor. This is a strength that has allowed the IT Department at LVUSD to excel."
Ever since schools were closed this past spring due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the two ready to help out in any way possible.
"Our IT Department was absolutely outstanding," Mr. Livingston said.
Among their duties was ensuring Chromebooks were ready for each student, and they researched and identified T-Mobile as the vendor who could quickly provide 300 Hotspots to school families. They also helped parents and teachers with any and all technology-related questions.
"Jason and Jacob exemplify what teamwork is all about. Their diligence and hard work is done in such a way that it does not appear to be a grind or even work. The dynamic duo has carried on under some tough circumstances. Jason and Jacob have the ability to work effectively with everyone and are always willing to strive to achieve common goals."
PHOTO: Elementary school teacher Carissa Brander and district Information Technology staff Jason Hart and Jacob Rodriguez were named Employees of the Month at the September 10th meeting of the Lucerne Valley Unified School District's board of trustees. From left, Supt. Peter Livingston, School Board President Tom Courtney, Clerk Chelsea LaGrange, Employee of the Month Jacob Rodriguez and Jason Hart, School Board Vice-President Jessica Risler, Employee of the Month Carissa Brander and School Board Member Jim Harvey. Photo by Douglas Beaton


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A new study of British commuters conducted by the Royal Society for Public Health has found that those with long, "non-active" work commutes — passive rides in trains, buses or cars – may suffer consequences including heightened stress, blood pressure and BMI and decreased time for healthy activities, such as cooking nutritious meals, exercising and getting adequate sleep.
Almost 38 percent of those polled said their long commute meant they had less time to make healthy meals at home, and 29 percent said their commute compelled them to eat more fast food. Noting that the survey found, too, that workers were consuming an extra 767 calories per week due to their long commutes, Health.com suggests eating a healthy breakfast (prepared ahead of time, if necessary) before leaving the house.
You may think that if you eat a well-balanced diet, including animal-protein foods such as meat, fish, milk, cheese and eggs, you're clear on the vitamin-intake front, but New York Times health and wellness writer Jane Brody suggests that may not be the case. A woman of a certain age (75, to be precise), Brody takes a daily supplement of vitamin D and is considering adding vitamin B-12 as well.
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Hello everyone. Newcomer here. But have been interested in hypnosis for a very long time now.
About 23 years ago, I listened to Barry Konicov's tapes. It literally changed my life. The first two tapes I listened to were the Self-Confidence tape and the tape on Concentration. It had an immediate impact on me.
I had lost my job and was very dejected. But, it gave me renewed confidence and when I did get a new job, the Concentration tape made me so focused that I literally did not see anything but the work at hand. It was scary. I still have the two tapes and do listen to it frequently.
But, have been getting bored with it and think that this might be a good time to invest in a "live" hypnotist! I have one person in my neighborhood who fee is about $325 for a two hour session. Her background seems very good.
My question, is that fee normal? I am looking to build confidence and to attract more positive benefits in my life. Also, does the hypnosis "wear" off after a while? Meaning - Do I need to go back every year etc?
The fee you mentipn is on the high end. Your decision should be made based on many factors such as geographic location, experience, reputation, quality of previous.training and your emotional and intuitive response to the therapist.
You may discover that several sessions are indicated which can mean a substantial outlay. First sessions can be longer than one hour, subsequent sessions are usually one hour or less.Average fees can range from $65 to !$150. A higher fee does not mean higher quality therapy. It can mean, "I don't attract many clients so I'll charge a lot to the few I do get". It can also mean, " I have superior training, long experience and numerous satisfied clients and my services are worth a higher fee."
Check around by telephone and investigate before you invest.
Thank you Mark. I do appreciate your feedback. I live in Central NJ and may be the fee is indicative of the area. But, I will check around and compare.
One thing the hypnotist assured me was that usually there is no need for a return. Also, there would be no tapes or cds etc to take home since she would give me cues that would trigger the appropriate response, when and as the situation demands it. As in before meeting clients or giving a presentation, etc.
The hypnotist seems to be certified by all the right boards and a long career. So, maybe her fees are, like you suggested, correct for someone of her background. I will definitely check it out.
Cues will wear down over time. That is just the nature of the mind. How fast they wear down depends on the person and situations. One session fixes are nice when they happen, but it's just logical that more sessions increase the chance of success as well as stabilize the behavior.
A higher price can raise the 'perceived' value of what a business offers. But, it does not mean it is the best choice.
Thanks Patrick. I will keep that in mind. Still "shopping" for a hypnotist.
The NY area does have a higher price range than other parts of the country. It comes with the location - location - location.
Do not underestimate the value of a dollar well spent. It is human nature to attach a value and importance on anything that costs more. For example, someone who gets a free (or inexpensive) stop smoking Hypnosis session from a clinic or hospital might be less likely to affix determination to it; compared to someone who spent $1000 on private sessions. Then again $1000 is relative; for someone who lives in a $20 million Park Avenue penthouse the $1k maybe wouldn't mean all that much.
It is a sad thing too because those who do the free (or less perceived value) sessions are more likely to tell others that they "tried hypnosis and it doesn't work." Therein giving them more verbal justification to friends and family (and themselves) for continuing the issue that they "say" they want to change.
I think, in most cases, if you make your financial situation known to any Hypnotherapist they should work with you on the fee structure.
In the end, in the grand scheme of things, a positive result is probably more important (although the individual Hypnotherapist may not see it this way) than the short term fees. As your positive word of mouth from a successful set of sessions would probably produce referrals and more business down the road.
Make your desire to accomplish your goal AND your financial situation known to the Hypnotherapist up front. Most will work with you. Also keep in mind that some sessions (weight loss, smoking cessation, etc.) may be covered by your insurance.
If your concerned about cost there may be "group" sessions near you.
For instance we have group sessions at the senior center for quitting smoking that costs about $5 per participant (this is very, very inexpensive) that is hosted by a licensed therapist.
However, you may prefer one on one help for your own problem.
I would do some general research about hypnosis before finding a hypnotherapist. You don't need to become a guru in the field of hypnosis but a little bit of understanding goes a long way. That way when you're shopping for a hypnotherapist, you can ask specific questions to see if the hypnotherapist can help you.
It's my personal belief that anyone still using a progressive relaxation technique for an induction is years behind in the field. I have met two "hypnotherapists" who used progressive relaxation techniques and I fell asleep during both sessions.
They assured me I was in hypnosis and that I would be fine. Fast forward a few weeks and no change was made. I was more than a little frustrated because even though I knew what I was looking for, I still got duped.