Energy Assistance Programs
Throughout the course of a year there are a number of different programs that help eligible residents with their utility bills and energy conservation. This includes: the Electric Partnership Program (EPP); the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP); the Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP); the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP Plus); the Summer Crisis Program; and the Winter Crisis Program. Residents are eligible for these programs if they meet certain income guidelines and requirements.
EPP
Improves the electric efficiency of low-income households who participate in the PIPP Plus program. It gives homeowners an opportunity to replace old light bulbs with new compact fluorescent bulbs and possibly replace their present refrigerator and/or freezer with a brand new Energy Star Model that is energy efficient. Income 150%
HEAP
This federally funded program is designed to help eligible low-income Ohioans meet the high cots of home heating. Income 175%
Summer Crisis Program
This component of HEAP assists eligible families with their electric bills and/or purchase of air conditioners during the summer months. Income 175%
Winter Crisis Program
This component of HEAP provides assistance once per heating season to eligible households that are disconnected, threatened with disconnection, or have less than a 10-day supply of bulk fuel. Income 175%
HWAP
A no cost energy assistance program designed to increase the energy efficiency of dwellings owned or occupied by income-eligible Ohioans, reduce household energy costs and improve the health and safety of residents. Income 200%
PIPP Plus
This gives eligible households an extended payment arrangement that requires gas and electric companies to accept payments based on a percentage of the household income.Income 150%
MYCAP is an Ohio Benefit Bank site which gives the public the opportunity to use computers so they are able to access benefit programs through Mahoning County Department of Jobs and Family Services. The programs are available to individuals or families who are having a difficult time meeting all of their financial responsibilities. This program also helps with veteran education and training.
This gives eligible households an extended payment arrangement that requires gas and electric companies to accept payments based on a percentage of the household income. Income 150%.
MYCAP will offer bi-weekly activities and the program is designed to promote health, wellness, and financial literacy to eligible low-income age 60 or older. Transportation may be available to qualifying seniors living in Mahoning County to attend the activities. Income 125%.
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This component of HEAP assists eligible families with their electric bills and/or purchase of air conditioners during the summer months. Income 175%
This component of HEAP provides assistance once per heating season to eligible households that are disconnected, threatened with disconnection, or have less than a 10-day supply of bulk fuel. Income 175%
Aims to help people learn the basic use of how to operate a computer and how to find information over the internet. This is available to adults. Income 125%
A 6 week employment skills training program geared towards initiating low-income individuals into the workforce. Eligible participants receive soft skills training, resume writing and job application assistance, job placement counseling, and supportive services to find and maintain employment or continue on to post-secondary education or vocational training. Income 125%
Amber Landsman, MYCAP’ Wellness Program Coordinator, Strength and Conditioning trainer, Holistic Lifestyle Coach, blogger (http://www.trainingquestion.com), workout connoisseur, meditator, Yogi, proponent of eating only real, unadulterated food and wearing minimalist shoes, breast cancer survivor, former competitive athlete and never, ever without my organic lip gloss.
She holds a MSc in Exercise Physiology, a Personal Training certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association, a Level 3 YogaFit - Yoga/Meditation Instructor, and a certified Speed and Agility athletic trainer through the House of Speed; also a certified C.H.E.K. Institute-Holistic Lifestyle Coach. Finally, along with working at MYCAP as a Employee Wellness Program Coordinator, she is the owner of a Tactical Training business called, Fit To Protect, LLC.
In 2009, Amber moved from her home state of S.C. to attend Graduate School at Akron and joined Creekside Fitness as a trainer. In 2014, she joined MYCAP as their employee wellness coordinator. Her goal is to make getting healthy and living well as fun a prospect as possible, and to teach her clients/employees new skills and habits that will improve their quality of life.
In her spare time, she meditates each morning, journals her gratitude list for the day, practices yoga, sleeps hard, tries to get sunshine, travels the world with her amazing biomechanist husband, Dr. Michael Butcher, visits “Triple Ds”- AKA, Diners, Drive-ins and Dives (visited over 89 locations across USA), cooks the meanest protein powered breakfast, and she listens to podcasts on a full spectrum of fitness and holistic wellness topics. Amber says, "I love being a triple SSS girl!" What’s that? SMART, STRONG and SPIRITED!
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Job Postings
Energy Services Representative – Local non-profit seeking an experienced customer service individual that enjoys working with diverse population and delivers excellent customer services by taking program applications and performing accurate data entry functions into web-based state software. Must have actual work experience with excellent telephone and in person etiquette; computer savvy, efficient and effective working in a high volume, fast paced work environment. Must be proficient in written and verbal communication, multi-tasker and willingness to learn and accurately apply program guidelines. Must have a minimum of 2 years-experience in a non-profit work environment. Must have reliable transportation and an insurable driver’s license. Position is through a temporary staffing agency; $12.50 an hour/FT, Monday-Thursday,10 hour days. DFWP, EEOE .
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Deadline: June 5, 2019
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EEO Policy
It is the policy of MYCAP to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). MYCAP will not discriminate against any qualified employee or job applicant with respect to any terms, privileges or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. MYCAP will also make reasonable accommodation wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not impose an undue hardship on MYCAP.
