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DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms. Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time. Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.
Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer. Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting. Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.** Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.
Basic Requirements
18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol) Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities) Driver's license number Social security number (only in the US) Consistent access to a smartphone
How to Sign Up
Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go
*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.
**Subject to eligibility..
***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia
Additional information
Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.
DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms. Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time. Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.
Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer. Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting. Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.** Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.
Basic Requirements
18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol) Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities) Driver's license number Social security number (only in the US) Consistent access to a smartphone
How to Sign Up
Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go
*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.
**Subject to eligibility..
***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia
Additional information
Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.
DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms.
Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.
Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.
Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.
Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.**
Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.
Basic Requirements
18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
Driver's license number
Social security number (only in the US)
Consistent access to a smartphone
How to Sign Up
Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process
Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go
*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.
**Subject to eligibility..
***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia
Additional information
Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Why Deliver with DoorDash?
DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms.
- Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.
- Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.
- Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.
- Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
- Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.**
- Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.
Basic Requirements
- 18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
- Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
- Driver's license number
- Social security number (only in the US)
- Consistent access to a smartphone
How to Sign Up
- Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process
- Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go
*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.
**Subject to eligibility..
***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia
Additional information
Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.
Your initial post of duty will be determined at the time of the final job offer and will be based on the operational needs of the U.S. Secret Service.
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete details on the recruitment incentive details and eligibility.
At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.
During the course of their careers, special agents carry out assignments in both investigations and protection and may be assigned to multiple duty stations throughout the U.S. and abroad. Duties include:
- Providing protection for various protectees.
- Conducting criminal investigations pertaining to financial obligations of the United States.
- Planning and implementing security designs for National Special Security Events.
This is no ordinary job, and our special agents are no ordinary individuals. Show us you have the talent and background we need, and we'll show you the rewards that come with being a special agent in the U.S. Secret Service. We invite you to become part of our elite team. Explore a career that will take you to new heights while you serve your country with honor, distinction and pride.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Possess a current valid driver's license
- Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is mandatory.
- Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application and under 40 at referral. Exceptions may apply for those with current or prior service in federal law enforcement positions covered by special retirement provisions. The Secret Service has determined that age is essential to the performance of this position.
- You must obtain a Top Secret Clearance and retain it during your career.
- Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular, possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
- Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500,1000 and 2000Hz ranges.
- Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
- Complete 13 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center(FLETC) in Glynco, GA and 18 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
- Sign a mobility agreement stating your willingness to accept assignments anywhere within the United States and overseas.
- Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Title: Behavioral Health Specialist - Requires LCSW, LPC or LMFT
Company: Oak Street Health
Role Description:
The purpose of a Behavioral Health Specialist at Oak Street Health is to provide care management services and to provide evidence-based short-term psychotherapy to our patients with behavioral health needs. The Behavioral Health Specialist is a key resource for Care Teams across a region of Oak Street Health primary clinics. They are responsible for coordinating and supporting behavioral healthcare for our patients, in collaboration with Care Teams and a psychiatric consultant. The Behavioral Health Specialist will assess the needs of patients, make referrals to appropriate behavioral health resources and specialists, and provide short-term counseling and evidence-based treatments as indicated. This role has the potential option for remote work days based upon achievement and maintenance of program metrics.
Core Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the primary care teams to identify appropriate patients to refer to the Oak Street Behavioral Health Program
- Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders
- Develop care plans and provide or facilitate referrals to Oak Street’s psychiatric consultant and/or external resources
- Provide short-term counseling and evidence-based treatments
- Coordinate care with Oak Street’s psychiatric consultant, including warm handoffs for telehealth visits and collaboration on care plans
- Develop relationships with primary care teams and consistently communicate changes in behavioral health care plans
- Accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters and counseling sessions in Oak Street’s electronic medical record
- Participate in regional and organizational efforts to advance Oak Street’s Behavioral Health Program through workshops, feedback sessions, and surveys
- Possibly covering multiple clinics, depending on the maturity and panel sizes of those clinics
- Other duties, as assigned
What are we looking for?
Required:
- Master’s Degree in the field of mental health counseling/healing arts required from an accredited school (Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, etc.)
- Highest clinical level of license (or local equivalent)
- Experience with screening for common mental health and/or substance use disorders
- Experience with assessment and treatment planning for common mental health and/or substance use disorders
- Familiarity with brief, structured intervention techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Problem Solving, Cognitive Behavioral, etc.)
- US work authorization
Strongly Preferred:
- Proficiency in providing brief, structured intervention techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Behavioral)
- Working knowledge of differential diagnoses of common mental health and/or substance use disorders
Preferred:
- Proficient PC skills
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40Time Type
Full timePay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$66,575.00 - $142,576.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/30/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
Position Summary:
The Senior Executive Assistant (EA) provides high-level administrative and organizational support to C-Suite executives at AdaptHealth. This role ensures seamless day-to-day operations, proactively manages executive priorities, and maintains the highest level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail. The EA works closely with the broader Executive Assistant team to ensure aligned support across the organization and will assist with office management needs when required. This position is will need to be at the Conshohocken, PA headquarters, as needed.
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:
Executive Support
- Manage complex executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and prioritizing time-sensitive requests.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external inquiries, demonstrating sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.
- Coordinate and prepare briefing materials, executive summaries, presentations, and maintain organized executive files.
- Anticipate executive needs, resolve scheduling conflicts, and ensure executives are fully prepared for meetings, travel, and deadlines.
Collaboration & Communication
- Partner closely with the Senior Executive Assistant and the other EAs to ensure seamless support, workload alignment, and consistent communication across the C Suite.
- Act as liaison between executives, internal teams, board members, and external partners.
- Draft correspondence, route communications, manage follow-ups, and ensure timely flow of information.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information in accordance with company policies.
Meeting & Event Support
- Coordinate leadership and cross-functional meetings, including agendas, materials, minutes, and action item tracking.
- Assist with onsite executive sessions, visiting executive logistics, and NYC-based events.
- Support preparation, logistics, and material development for board meetings and executive presentations.
Travel & Expense Management
- Arrange domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries and all accommodations.
- Prepare and reconcile expense reports in alignment with company travel and compliance policies
Project Support
- Support special projects through research, coordination, information gathering, and report preparation.
- Monitor deadlines, track milestones, and maintain accuracy in project documentation.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and privacy requirements, including HIPAA.
Office Management Support (as needed)
- Collaborate with NYC office operations when extra support is required.
- Assist with vendor coordination, supply needs, onsite logistics, and visitor experience as needed to maintain a professional and efficient executive workspace.
- Maintains patient confidentiality and functions within the guidelines of HIPAA.
- Completes assigned compliance training and other education programs as required.
- Maintains compliance with AdaptHealth's Compliance Program.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Competency, Skills and Abilities:
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Strong written/verbal communication; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- High discretion, multitasking under pressure, analytical problem-solving
- Proactive, adaptable in fast-paced settings
- Leadership-oriented, resourceful and capable of navigating ambiguity
- Results-driven, committed to continuous improvement
Requirements:
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred
- Minimum 5 years executive assistant experience, preferably healthcare/corporate
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate
- Must be able to bend, stoop, stretch, stand, and sit for extended periods of time
- Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen
- Ability to perform repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers due to extensive computer use
- Must be able to lift 30 pounds as needed
- Excellent ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
- May be exposed to angry or irate customers or patients
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Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join our team in Springfield, PA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Conduct individual, or family therapy sessions based on ethical and medical necessity guidelines; involve patient and/or family in treatment planning as appropriate
- Develop and coordinate a clinical treatment program for the diagnosis, treatment, or referral of patients presenting mental health conditions
- Lead crisis intervention methods and provide insight into the development of functional assessments and behavioral intervention plans
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Participate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts
We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:
- Competitive hourly pay & uncapped productivity incentives
- Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
- Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
- Professional development with continuing education (CE) reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Active and unrestricted (PhD, PsyD) license in the state of Pennsylvania
- 2+ years licensed experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals, families and/or groups
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience evaluating adults and/or children in an outpatient clinical setting
- Experience with health psychology
- Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
- Knowledge and experience in providing neuropsychological, CBT, and other evidence-based interventions
- Proven ability to work with a wide range of clinical presentations
- Proven ability to complete diagnostic assessments, general psychiatric testing, and provide direct therapy in an outpatient clinical setting
Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Pay Range: $97,300 - $146,100 annual total cash target pay
Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full time employment and generally follows the range above, includes earnings from hourly pay ($32/hr) and incentive pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Responsibilities
Culinary Specialists operate and manage Navy messes and dining facilities, providing hospitality and meal services to entire Navy bases and ships. There are two types of Culinary Specialists depending on whether or not you choose to serve on submarines, both with corresponding responsibilities:
Culinary Specialist (CS)
- Preparing menus for meal service and catering service
- Operating kitchen and dining facilities on shore and at sea
- Providing meals for fellow Sailors, Commanding Officers, Admirals, senior government executives and foreign dignitaries
- Operating the White House Mess for the President of the United States
- Managing inventories, food orders and financial records
- Overseeing shipboard living quarters and on-base hotel lodging
- Serving as a flight attendant aircrewman
- Ensuring food safety programs and regulations
Culinary Specialist Submarines (CSS)
- Preparing menus for meal service
- Operating shipboard kitchen and dining facilities
- Managing inventories, food orders and financial records
- Ordering necessary supplies
- Serving as personal food service specialists for Commanding Officers
- Operating and managing living quarters aboard submarines
- Ensuring food safety programs and regulations
Work Environment
Culinary Specialists work as part of a team in kitchens, dining areas, living quarters and food service storerooms aboard ships and onshore bases. Culinary Specialist Submarines (CSS) have the opportunity to serve aboard submarines.
Training & Advancement
Upon completion of initial training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), you'll report for specialized training including:
Class "A" Technical School (5 weeks) in Fort Lee, VA, for instruction and training in food preparation, nutrition and dining service.
After "A" School, Culinary Specialist Submarines (CSS) candidates will continue their training:
Basic Enlisted Submarine School (9 weeks) in Groton, CT, for training in basic submarine systems. Note that this training is only for Culinary Specialists Submarines.
After completing training, Culinary Specialists and Culinary Specialist Submarines will receive their first assignments. Culinary Specialists may be assigned to ships or shore stations, while Culinary Specialist Submarines may be assigned to submarines or shore stations.
Advanced Training
Advanced training as a Culinary Specialist may also be available during later stages of your career. For those with further leadership aspirations and a college degree, Officer roles may be available, providing opportunities to lead and train others.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian world whether you're a CSS or CS, such as Certified Food Employee (CFE) credentials and employment in the restaurant and hotel industries.
Education Opportunities
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy technical and operational training in the culinary and hospitality fields can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education through undergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
Qualifications & Requirements
A high-school diploma or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Sailor and a Culinary Specialist.
In addition to an interest in nutrition and culinary arts, applicants should possess good arithmetic and verbal skills, creative ability and record-keeping skills.
Important personal traits for this role include the ability to follow instructions, perform detailed work, and cooperate well as part of a team. You should also enjoy working with people.
Culinary Specialists who wish to serve aboard submarines as a CSS must volunteer for submarine service.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Culinary Specialists in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, you may serve anywhere in the world, including locations in the U.S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Culinary Specialists in the Navy Reserve serve in an Enlisted role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with the job, initial training requirements must be met.
For current or former military Enlisted servicemembers, prior experience satisfies the initial Recruit Training requirement, so you will not need to go through Boot Camp again.
For those without prior military experience, you will need to meet the initial Recruit Training requirement by attending Boot Camp in Great Lakes, IL. This training course will prepare you for service in the Navy Reserve and count as your first Annual Training.
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Women who choose to become gestational carriers provide an extraordinary gift to help build a family. Many individuals and couples are unable to carry a pregnancy on their own for medical or personal reasons, and surrogates play a vital role in helping make parenthood possible.
At Gift of Life Surrogacy Agency, we guide and support our carriers every step of the way. If you are considering becoming a surrogate, it is important to understand both the medical process and the emotional journey involved. Our team ensures you are fully informed, supported, and cared for throughout the entire experience.
Gestational Carrier Requirements
To ensure a safe and successful journey for both carrier and baby, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Between 21–39 years old
- U.S. citizen living in a surrogate-friendly state
- Have delivered at least one child and are currently parenting
- No more than two (2) C-sections
- Not receiving government or public assistance (including Medicaid, WIC, SNAP/Food Stamps, or state-funded health insurance)
- No history of pregnancy complications (including gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, or pre-term labor)
- No history of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, or major depressive disorder
- Not currently taking medications unsafe for pregnancy (including certain mental health medications)
- Able to travel for medical screening, monitoring, and embryo transfer appointments
- Live a healthy lifestyle free of illicit or recreational drug use
- Have a stable home environment and strong support system
All qualifications will be reviewed in detail during your initial consultation.
Compensation & Benefits
We recognize the commitment, time, and care involved in being a gestational carrier. Compensation includes:
Base Compensation
- $60,000 – $70,000
(First-time carrier to experienced carrier)
Additional Benefits
- $250 monthly expense allowance
- $500 maternity clothing allowance
- $10,500 for multiple birth
- Up to $10,000 for loss of organs (per contract terms)
- Lost wages (carrier and spouse, if applicable — based on employment verification)
- Travel reimbursement
- $200 per week for housekeeping (if medically necessary)
- $20 per hour for childcare (if medically necessary)
All medical expenses, legal representation, and services related to the surrogacy journey are covered.