An official website of the State of Louisiana. Here’s how you know Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Jun 03, 2026 - Applications are now open for the Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Rural Health Transformation and Sustainability (ORHTS) Rural Clinician Credit Bank, a new $5.6 million program designed to help rural health care providers recruit and retain physicians, nurses, dentists, EMS personnel, behavioral health professionals and other clinicians serving in the state’s rural communities. “One of the biggest challenges facing rural providers across the state is recruiting and keeping the clinicians they need to serve their communities,” said LDH Secretary Bruce D. Greenstein. “The Rural Clinician Credit Bank helps providers compete for talent while creating a stronger, more sustainable rural health care workforce for the long term.” The Rural Clinician Credit Bank provides matching funds to eligible rural health care providers for recruitment and retention incentives including sign-on bonuses, retention bonuses, relocation assistance, and professional training. Participating clinicians must commit to serving in rural Louisiana for at least five years. The program helps rural providers remain competitive in attracting and retaining clinicians while supporting workforce development.  The program is part of Louisiana’s broader Rural Health Transformation efforts to improve access to care, address workforce shortages, and build sustainable health care delivery models in rural communities statewide. “Rural health care providers know better than anyone the challenges of recruiting and retaining the workforce needed to serve their communities. The Rural Clinician Credit Bank was created with those challenges in mind,” said Julie Foster Hagan, executive director of the Office of Rural Health Transformation and Sustainability. “This program gives providers a new tool to attract and keep talented health care professionals where they are needed most.” Eligible applicants include a wide range of rural health care providers, including hospitals, clinics, federally qualified health centers, physician practices, behavioral health providers, EMS agencies, pharmacies, and dental providers. Applications for the first budget period are being accepted through June 25, 2026. For additional information, eligibility requirements, or to apply, please visit bit.ly/rhtp-funding or email [email protected]. This project is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $208,374,447.57 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Louisiana Sets New Standards for Sign Language Interpreters; Compliance Deadline Jan. 1, 2027

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Louisiana Sets New Standards for Sign Language Interpreters; Compliance Deadline Jan. 1, 2027

An official website of the State of Louisiana. Here’s how you know Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Jun 05, 2026 - The Louisiana Department of Health, through the Louisiana Commission for the Deaf, recently released new statewide standards establishing minimum qualification, training, and registration requirements for sign language interpreters. Interpreters and service providers have until Jan. 1, 2027, to comply with the new requirements. Created in response to Act 128 of the 2022 Regular Legislative Session, these new standards outline the education, skill level, and training required for professional sign language interpreters to work in Louisiana. These requirements apply to entities legally required to provide a sign language interpreter, such as health care providers, school districts, businesses, and courtrooms. These regulations are designed to ensure individuals who are Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing and who use sign language have access to the information and services they deserve. The new requirements went into effect upon publication on May 20, 2026. “In Louisiana, public and private service providers have always been required to secure qualified sign language interpreters, but until now, there has never been a clear statewide definition of what ‘qualified’ means,” said Jana Broussard, acting executive director of the Louisiana Commission for the Deaf. “These regulations provide clarity for both providers and recipients receiving sign language interpreting services and help ensure interpreters are appropriately qualified for the setting they are working in.” Beginning July 1, 2026, sign language interpreters may apply to join the updated online registry of interpreters who meet the state’s new qualification and training standards. Registration will be required to provide sign language interpreting services in Louisiana. The Louisiana Commission for the Deaf also offers resources and professional development opportunities to help interpreters meet the new qualifications. The Commission’s Interpreter Mentorship Program offers one-on-one coaching, study groups, job shadowing opportunities, internships, and continuing education units. To learn more about the Louisiana Commission for the Deaf and the new qualification standards, visit lcd.la.gov or email [email protected].

The Walls Project Hiring Director of Agroforestry in Baton Rouge

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The Walls Project Hiring Director of Agroforestry in Baton Rouge

Now Hiring! Director of Agroforestry Apr 84 min readJob Title: Director of Agroforestry Location: Baton Rouge, LAReports To: Executive Director of The Walls Project Louisiana Employment Type: Full-Time, ExemptCompensation: $72,800Merit Based Increase: The Walls Project maintains an internal compensation structure. This position has the ability to grow to $93,600 if funding and operation demands are met.About Agroforestry ProgramThe Agroforestry Program and Baton Roots, is a signature initiative of The Walls Project. It is an urban agriculture and food equity program based in Colorado, Dallas, and Baton Rouge, LA. Through sustainable farming, community education, workforce training, and environmental stewardship, the program transforms underutilized land into vibrant, food-producing spaces that grow health, opportunity, and resilience across neighborhoods.Position SummaryThe Director of Agroforestry serves as the senior leader responsible for the strategic direction, operations, and growth of the Agroforestry Program, including the Baton Roots initiative under The Walls Project. The Director oversees all agroforestry programs and initiatives, including but not limited to the Baton Roots Community Farm, Agroforestry Apprenticeship Program, urban agriculture programming, expansion to Colorado and Texas and environmental initiatives in partnership with East Baton Rouge Parish Housing Authority (EBRPHA) communities.This position provides leadership for program design, implementation, partnerships, staffing, and long-term sustainability of Baton Roots’ work in food systems, urban agriculture, climate resilience, and community stewardship. The Director manages all agroforestry personnel, apprentices, contractors, and volunteers while working closely with The Walls Project leadership and back-office teams to ensure operational excellence, compliance, and program impact.In addition to overseeing Baton Rouge operations, the Director will support the expansion and implementation of programming in other states where The Walls Project operates, including but not limited to Colorado and Texas. Currently, the Agroforestry Program has five W2 employees, 1099 farm laborers, and approx. a dozen Agroforestry apprentices. The program also maintains a budget of approximately $2 million in which around $400,000 needs to be raised each year through sponsorships, grant applications, and partnerships.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership & StrategyProvide overall leadership and vision for the Agroforestry Program initiative, ensuring alignment with The Walls Project’s mission and strategic priorities.Oversee all Agroforestry programs including:Baton Roots Community FarmAgroforestry Apprenticeship ProgramUrban agriculture and food forest initiativesTree planting and environmental stewardship programsYouth workforce development initiatives in partnership with the Youth Program DirectorEBRPHA community farm and greening initiativesAssistance in curriculum development and applicationAssisting with ReActivate Events and leading volunteer activities during the annual Earth Day ReActivate EventDevelop and implement annual work plans, strategic plans, and program goals for regular programming.Identify and develop new program opportunities that expand the Program's impact in food justice, climate resilience, and workforce development.Ensure all programs maintain strong community engagement and educational components.Personnel & SchedulingAssist in the management of all farm personnel, seasonal workers, apprentices, and volunteers.Develop and maintain scheduling systems across multiple farm sites to ensure appropriate staffing and task alignment.Support onboarding, training, and time tracking in coordination with HR.Support in scheduling and sourcing volunteer engagements for residents and supporters.Grants, Sponsorships & FundraisingWrite, edit, and submit grants in collaboration with The Walls Project development team.Research potential funding opportunities and collaborate with external development firm.Cultivate local sponsorships, Donor Advised Funds, and in-kind donations in support of activities.Track grant deliverables and develop compliance reports for funders and stakeholders.Ability to raise $400,000 per year in project and program funding alongside the Executive Director of Louisiana and The Walls Project’s external development team.USDA Program Partnerships & Tree EquityEnsure implementation and compliance with USDA and government regulations for specific USDA grant.Partner with Baton Rouge Green, EBRPHA, and BREC to implement tree planting initiatives under the USDA Urban & Community Forestry grant.Coordinate tree giveaways, planting events, and community stewardship efforts.Build and maintain collaborative relationships with schools, neighborhood groups, and other environmental partners.Ability to expand on the current paid apprenticeship program structure to other markets.Data Collection & ReportingLead the collection of program data related to volunteer hours, produce yields, tree planting totals, workshop attendance, and program reach.Work with The Walls Project data team to maintain and refine tracking tools (including GIS, spreadsheets, or CRM systems).Provide data analysis for grant reports, board updates, and marketing campaigns.Ability to establish work plans in Asana and other internal work planning software.Strategic Growth & ExpansionProvide operational insight and knowledge-sharing as Baton Roots programming expands into Colorado and Texas.Support replication of Baton Roots’ model across new sites through shared documentation, scheduling tools, and vendor relationships.Help develop cross-state partnerships that align with Baton Roots’ mission in food justice and climate resilience.Communications & StorytellingContribute regular content for social media, newsletters, and blog posts to promote Baton Roots’ impact.Capture and share community stories, milestones, and visual updates from the field.Represent Agroforestry Program and The Walls Project at local and regional events.Qualifications3–5 years of experience in nonprofit operations, urban agriculture, food systems, or community developmentDemonstrated success in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholdersStrong grant writing and storytelling abilitiesFamiliarity with data collection, impact reporting, and/or CRM or GIS toolsCommitment to food justice, environmental equity, and community-led changeExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work some evenings and weekends for community eventsProficiency with Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and collaborative planning toolsExperience working in multi-site or multi-state organizations (preferred but not required)Masters Degree or Higher (preferred)Work RequirementsMust be based in Baton Rouge, LouisianaMust be able to attend weekly in-person meetings Work EnvironmentThis position is based in Baton Rouge with regular on-site presence required at Howell Park and other farm locations. Hybrid work is possible for administrative tasks. Occasional travel to Colorado and Texas may be required to support Agroforestry Program’s cross-regional programming and expansion.Submit ResumeCareers

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