Recession RX

June 29th Episode of Recession Rx

The June 29th episode of Recession Rx has new information regarding the new foreclosure mediation law that goes into effect on July 1, requiring mandatory mediation between homeowners and lenders before a foreclosure can be completed. The Nevada Supreme Court provided answers to frequently asked questions.

Faith based organizations and food banks are integral in helping families in Las Vegas make it through tough economic times, and Recession Rx has talked with some of them to see what kinds of services are being offered.

We also have some tips to help fix up your resume and what parents need to do to take a step back before taking financial stresses out on their children.

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Links Mentioned on June 29th Episode

On July 1, a new law goes into effect requiring mandatory mediation between homeowners and lenders before a foreclosure can be completed. The Nevada Supreme Court has provided answers to frequently asked questions, and the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada has a comprehensive list of the new rules. If you need assistance or have questions that aren’t answered there, call Nevada Legal Services at 368-0404 and ask for the self-help rental center.

 

A new Good Samaritan law passed by the Nevada Legislature will allow restaurants to donate perishable food items to food banks such as Three Square, who then provide low cost, quality food to pantries across Las Vegas.

 

Faith-based organizations are also integral in providing services to families and individuals who need help. Project Ezra is a Jewish family service agency that assists with financial emergencies and career placement.

 

Children are innocent victims when it comes to their parents’ stress. Unfortunately, experts say child abuse instances have increased because of financial hardship. Agencies such as Prevent Child Abuse have tools to help parents deal with stress effectively and take a step back before harming their child.

 

This summer, the Las Vegas Clark County Library District is holding a series of financial planning classes that are free and open to the public. A list of the classes is available on the library's website, and we also recommend visiting the career resources center for help building a resume or finding a job.

 

UNLV Career Services also has a wealth of resources when it comes to creating and perfecting a resume. A printable guide is available on their website.

 

The Daily Dose focused on some sites that have resources to help you budget every aspect of your life.The Simple Dollar has lists of easy things you can do to save money, plus advice about how to keep financial troubles from affecting your friendships. Frugal Village is a blog that focuses more on the home. It offers tips from the editor, as well as other readers about what tricks to use around our home to make it more efficient and to budget effectively. You can share your own tips on both sites, and they also offer giveaways and coupons.

 

June 29th Job Listings

If interested in any of these positions, please visit one of the Nevada JobConnect offices listed below.

INTERNAL AUDITOR – NV0261952

Salary $65,000/Yr

Must have Bachelor’s Degree

Strongly prefer CPA with five plus years education/non-profit experience.

SERVICE ASSISTANT – NV0262058

Salary $8-9/Hr

GED or High School Diploma preferred. Ability to lift 30 pounds required. Must be a team player.

FOOD SERVER – NV0262060

Salary $6.33/Hr + Tips

One year experience in a high volume restaurant preferred.

MILITARY EDUCATION CONSULTANT – NV0261971

Salary $19.45/Hr

Bachelor's Degree in a social services related field with a minimum of two years experience working with military policies and regulations governing the operations of public school systems and Department of Defense Education Activity.

APARTMENT MAINTAINANCE – NV0261989

Salary $10/Hr

AC/HVAC Certified preferred, but must have a least one year experience in apartment maintenance.

SECRETARY – NV0261916

Salary $10/Hr

One year recent secretarial experience required. Construction secretarial experience a plus.

PHLEBOTOMY SAMPLE MANAGER – NV0262074

Salary DOE

At least five years management/supervisory experience in a

laboratory/medical, research or similar setting.

Nevada JobConnect Offices:

LAS VEGAS 3405 S. Maryland Pkwy. Las Vegas, NV 89109 Phone: 702.4867.0100 Fax: 702.486.0118 map

NORTH LAS VEGAS 2827 Las Vegas Blvd. North North Las Vegas, NV  89030 Phone: 702.486.0200 Fax: 702.486.0230  map

HENDERSON 119 Water Street Henderson, NV  89015 Phone: 702.486.0300 Fax: 702.486.0328 map

June 22nd Job Listings

If interested in any of these positions, please visit one of the Nevada JobConnect offices listed below.

BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST – NV0261743

Salary - $15 to $18/Hr

Must have a Bachelor's Degree in social work, counseling, or related field, and two years experience working with at risk youth ages 15 to 17.

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – NV0261656

Salary $17.33/Hr

Must have two years prior experience as an equipment operator.

Operator of Bobcat, roller, and paver.

CUSTOMER SERVICE – NV0261773

Salary DOE

Must have exceptional customer service skills and sales is a plus. Must be able to work any shift.

Learn products of the store and be able to offer customers service plan to protect merchandise.

Friendly and outgoing is a must.

MAINTENANCE WORKER – NV0261775

Salary $11/Hr

Must have two years previous experience.

Common area maintenance within a mobile home park including minor repairs to exterior mobile home spaces and common areas.

TURRET OPERATOR – NV0261702

Salary $10 to $17/Hr DOE

At least one year experience as a Turret Operator.

Must possess a High School Diploma or GED.

The ability to read drawings is preferred.

ACCESS CONTROL AGENT – NV0261663

Salary $9/Hr

No experience required. Must have a steady work history.

Ability to pass drug testing and fingerprint based criminal background check.

CUSTOM PROTECTION OFFICER -ARMED/UNARMED – NV0261777

Salary $10.50/Hr

Must have two years prior experience as law enforcement officer, corrections officer, career military, military officer, elite special forces military, or degree in criminal justice.

Nevada JobConnect Offices:

LAS VEGAS 3405 S. Maryland Pkwy. Las Vegas, NV 89109 Phone: 702.4867.0100 Fax: 702.486.0118 map

NORTH LAS VEGAS 2827 Las Vegas Blvd. North North Las Vegas, NV  89030 Phone: 702.486.0200 Fax: 702.486.0230  map

HENDERSON 119 Water Street Henderson, NV  89015 Phone: 702.486.0300 Fax: 702.486.0328 map

Links Mentioned on June 22nd Episode

There is good news for renters as of May 20, 2009 - federal law now requires a 90 day pre-notice of eviction instead of three days for tenants in foreclosed properties. The new rental eviction rules and for help, visit the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada's Rental Foreclosure website. You can also call (702) 386-0404 with any questions, just ask for the housing self help center. More information, as well as updates are also available from the National Low Income Housing Association.

An Attorney from the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada will be on the June 29 episode of Recession Rx to offer even more information about the changes in federal and state law regarding renters and foreclosure.

On July 1, a new law goes into effect requiring mandatory mediation between homeowners and lenders before a foreclosure can be completed. The Nevada Supreme Court is holding a hearing on the new law on Friday June 26th, 2009 on the 17th floor of the Regional Justice Center (map) at noon.

Ombudsman for Minority Affairs, Leticia Bravo was in studio to talk about help available for the minority community. Her office can be reached at (702) 486-9752 or through email: LBravo@fyiconsumer.org

The state consumer affairs office is closing, so the new number for consumer referrals will be (702) 486-7355, or you can visit the Fight Fraud website. A free fraud seminar is being held Thursday June 25th at 7 p.m. in the Enterprise Library (map) and it is just one in a series of seminars being held through the summer. 

D.Taylor, Secretary and Treasurer of Culinary Union 226 was in-studio to talk about the union’s decision to offer unemployed workers and their families a new health plan for $75 a month. The LifeSaver plan covers doctor visits, prescriptions and laboratory tests. You can find more information about how to apply for the LifeSaver plan on the Culinary Union’s website.

The Daily Dose featured A Thrifty Mom, a site full of coupons, free samples and tricks for taking care of a family on a low budget. Also, there are new deals available at the Stay and Play Here website, including 2 for 1 tickets to La Reve available at The Wynn, just mention the “Locals Offer” when you call the box office at (702) 770-9966. Tickets for Louie Anderson and Defending the Caveman are also 2 for 1 at The Excalibur, also mention the “Locals Offer” when you call their box office at (702) 597-7600.

We also featured a roundup of free or cheap fun for the whole family, including the Outdoor Picture Show in The District at Green Valley Ranch, $3 movies at the reopened Tropicana Cinemas. Also, the MonteLago Village Resort at Lake Las Vegas has free movies for the whole family on Thursday night and free jazz concerts on Saturdays.