THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, December 16, 2022 Page 9 Middlesex Sheriff’s Office hiring correction officers, medical personnel Offering sign-on bonuses for new offi cers, nurses and paramedics B ILLERICA, Mass. – The Middlesex Sheriff ’s Offi ce (MSO) is actively recruiting correction offi cers and medical personnel to join one of the nation’s leading correctional agencies. In addition to offering free, weekly written exams for potential correction offi cers, the MSO is currently accepting applications for Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and paramedics. As part of the ongoing recruitment effort, the MSO is off ering signon bonuses of $2,500 for new correction offi cers and $1,500 for new nurses and paramedics. The starting base salary for new correction offi cers is $60,885 with the ability to earn over $10,000 more in overtime and bonuses, while the base salary for RNs is $72,904 plus additional benefi ts. The starting base salary for LPNs and paramedics is $70,825. Individuals interested in learning more about careers with the MSO can do so by visiting middlesexsheriff .org/hr. Love Tech? Share your knowledge as a volunteer M ystic Valley Elder Services (MVES), a 501c nonprofit serving the community for over 40 years, has a unique volunteer opportunity to share. MVES recently launched the Technology Access Program (TAP), which aims to bridge the tech divide for older adults and people with disabilities and support them in their ability to live independently in the community. The community’s response to TAP was immediately enthusiastic, and MVES is eager to meet their needs. Additional volunteers are urgently needed to provide consumers with training and support, as well connect them with the accessibility and aff ordability programs available to them. “Technology access can create meaningful change in our consumers’ lives,” said TAP Coordinator Carla Matute. “Our volunteers are empowering residents, while giving them tools to continue living independently.” Many of us take for granted the role technology plays in our current society. Imagine, for example, if you were unable to manage your fi nances from a computer, communicate with your healthcare team, apply for programs, stay in touch with family members or search for information. “We all know technology has transformed our lives, and MVES wants to ensure that no one is left behind by that process,” said MVES Volunteer Engagement Manager Nicole Sanders O’Toole. “TAP strives to reach every eligible consumer in our 11 towns and cities, including at-risk populations that have historically been disenfranchised from the programs that benefi t them.” MVES volunteers receive training and support, and the TAP initiative requires a commitment of just a few hours each month – more if the volunteer wishes. TAP welcomes adult volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Bilingual and multilingual volunteers are welcomed. “TAP volunteers don’t need to be tech professionals or experts. All that’s required is an understanding of technology and an interest in giving back,” said MVES CEO Lisa Gurgone. “We are proud that all our volunteers are invested in their community and making a positive change in the world.” To become a volunteer or learn more about TAP or any of MVES’ programs, please contact 781324-7705 or visit www.mves.org. About Mystic Valley Elder Services MVES is a nonprofi t agency A trusted family name combined with exceptional craftsmanship & professionalism. Call for a consultation & quote. that provides essential homeand community-based care and resources to older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers. Based in Malden, Mass., MVES serves Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Revere, Stoneham, Wakefi eld and Winthrop. Agency services include coordination of home care, transportation, Meals on Wheels and information and referrals. For more information, please call 781-324-7705 or visit www.mves.org. UPDATES | FROM PAGE 1 er the better.” The newest step of the project involves a $220,000 project to update and replace the signals. The funding for the project would be paid by the City of Malden, but would involve reimbursement from a previous MBTA grant, according to offi cials. A major renovation of the traffic patterns on Route 60/ Centre Street/Eastern Avenue was done over the past year in Malden’s most heavily traveled thoroughfare as part of a project to add dedicated bus lanes and bicycle lanes. The project has drawn mixed reviews from Malden residents and city offi cials, but its strongest proponents, including Ward 4’s O’Malley, whose ward includes the central travel area, and Ward 6 Councillor Steve Winslow, have been highly positive and complementary of the project. Councillor-at-Large Carey McDonald pointed out some specifi cs of the project, noting the MBTA was footing the cost for the bulk of the updates. McDonald noted the timing of the lights was a major part of the project and noted that there were other intersections throughout the city, but that some of the infrastructure would not support some of the signal upgrade options. “I would love to know what it would take to initiate upgrades in other parts of the city,” McDonald added. Councillor McDonald also asked about any feedback Engineer Lip may have gotten about pedestrian safety around Malden Square. Lip said that Commercial Street and Exchange Street changes and improvements, which are all complete, have been very successful in enhancing pedestrian safety. “We want to get this done as quickly as possible since this is what our constituents want,” Councillor McDonald said. “We appreciate all the work being done to make this happen.” Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma 64 Years! • Vinyl Siding • Carpentry Work • Decks • Roofing • Replacement Windows • Free Estimates • Fully Licensed • Fully Insured
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