Sewing Machine Technician
Sewing Machine Technician needed to repair industrial sewing machines in Herkimer, New York. Prefer on-site maintenance but would consider other options. Machines to maintain/repair are Juki, Singer and Consew. Previous repair experience required. Contractual, as needed basis.
Day Treatment Advocate
The Day Treatment Advocate assures the implementation of all applicable day treatment regulations and maintains all documentation of eligibility and service plans. They are responsible for determining eligibility and annual re-determinations for day treatment; and developing Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs) and approaches to care with the treatment team, monitor the implementation, attend and provide date for psychiatric consults, and track incident reports. The Day Treatment Advocate also provides crisis counseling during the day, person-centered group and/or individual counseling, advocacy, research and source community resources, and maintain compliance to program regulations.
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work or a related field is required as is one year of related experience, preferably with persons with developmental disabilities. Must be QMRP approved. A valid driver's license and vehicle are required.
Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8a - 3:30p with some flexibility. $12.61 per hour.
Applications must be received by Friday, September 10, 2010.
Family Educator
HARC has an opening for a Family Educator in the Valley Commons program. Valley Commons offers long term support and education to parents with developmental disabilities. Families may be headed by one or two parents. Staffed by Family Educators, the program focuses on helping parents develop an individualized plan that teaches the needed skills to build a bright future for themselves and for their children. Valley Commons involves others organizations serving the parents, such as school teachers, Public Health, Social Services, Cooperative Extension, Head Start, and others, in the family’s planning and education. Examples of parent skill building include: positive discipline, bedtime routines, meal planning for child brain development, who is a safe person to be with my child, and how do I know if my child is too sick for school.
The positions requires a high school diploma and three (3) years experience; Associate's and two (2) years experience; or a Bachelor's and one (1) year experience. Experience with persons with developmental disabilities preferred. Must have accessible phone and driver's license. The position also requires organizational skills, strong follow through and the ability to make decisions based on established policies and procedures.
Full time, Monday through Friday, 1:30p - 9p. $12.61 per hour.
Applications must be received by Friday, September 10, 2010.
Residence Manager
The Residence Manager position is responsible for the day to day operations of a residential home for adult individuals with developmental disabilities. The Residence Manager ensures that quality direct care and support is given to residents and ensures efficient operation of shifts. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
This working supervisor position will assume responsibility for the operation of the residence including scheduling staff coverage, meal preparation, grocery shopping, recreation, assistance with activities of daily living, transportation, consumer counseling and/or behavioral interventions, and documentation in consumer records. They will have direct care duties as well as role modeling and training for staff and consumers.
Ensure and provide care of residents following program procedures, treatment plans, ISPs, including assisting individuals with toileting, medication needs, illness issues, fire evacuations and/or other emergent situations.
Directly supervise staff including directing the daily activities of staff; providing staff with guidance and instructions; counseling and discipline issues; performance appraisals and time off requests.
Promote positive self-esteem of residents in a loving home atmosphere through consistently positive interactions, support, encouragement, and unconditional respect of residents' rights.
Must be able to physically intervene in behavioral situations, perform CPR/First Aide, lift, transfer and perform direct care duties.
Associate's degree and one (1) year of related experience preferred. Experience with persons with disabilities and supervisory experience. Must have accessible telephone number and Agency approvable driver's license. This is a full-time position, generally afternoon/evening hours with some weekend hours required.
Previous experience in a Residential setting with supervisory experience preferred.
There are two (2) position available, located in Ilion, NY.
Candidate must be able to make independent decisions, multi-task, complete required paperwork and be computer literate.
Applications must be received by Friday, September 10, 2010.
Industrial Sewer
Operate multiple types of sewing machines depending on the type of contract. Must maintain satisfactory quality standards to meet customer standards. Previous industrial experience preferred but not required. Positions are located in Herkimer, New York.
One to two years of sewing machine experience on overlock, bar tacker, lock stitch and hemmer. Prefer experience on industrial style machines. Basic knowledge of machine maintenance helpful.
Full-time, Monday through Friday, 7a - 4p. $8.09 per hour. Full benefits package available.
LPN
Maintain filing and/or charting as required. Participate as a member of the treatment team in development of nursing care plans and other service delivery plans. Responsible for direct care duties including but not limited to assisting individuals with toileting, illness issues, fire evacuations, or other emergent situations. Promote positive self-esteem of consumers through consistently positive interactions, support, encouragement, and unconditional respect of individual resident rights. Successful completion of the Medication Administration course and subsequent competent administration of medication, including all related documentation. Perform Advocate duties in such a way that reflects the individualization, integration, and fulfillment of individual potential for the person(s) advocated for. Develop and maintain a positive and cooperative partnership with other program staff to ensure a team approach to best possible care is utilized. Assist with the daily routine which may include but is not limited to meal preparation, lifting, transferring, assistance with ADLs, counseling and/or behavioral interventions up to and including physical intervention.
$12.61 per hour. Full-time position. Two week rotating schedule.
Applications must be received by Friday, September 10, 2010. Requires valid NYS LPN license and previous experience helpful; valid driver's license.
Direct Support Professional - Residential
Direct Support Professionals – Residential promote positive self-esteem of residents in a loving home atmosphere through consistent positive interactions, support, encouragement, and unconditional respect of individual resident rights. Assist with the daily routine of the house, which may include meal preparation, lifting, transferring, assistance with activities of daily living, transportation to medical appointments, counseling, and/or behavioral interventions. Responsible for direct care duties as necessary, including assisting individuals with toileting, medication needs, illness issues, fire evacuations, or other emergent situations. Develop and maintain positive, open communication with residents' family members, and project a caring, professional image which fosters customer confidence in staff's ability to provide care. DSP must complete all program requirements within designated time frames, such as in-service trainings. Many part-time and weekend hours available. Shifts are usually afternoon/evening, i.e., 4pm-12a, 2pm-10pm, 3pm- 9pm, etc. Positions are located in HARC’s Residential homes in Dolgeville, Little Falls, Herkimer, Mohawk, Ilion, and Frankfort. Wage: $9 per hour with shift differentials.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent. Experience with persons with developmental disabilities preferred. Must have accessible telephone number and agency approvable driver's license.
Direct Support Professional - Community
Direct Support Professionals - Community provide quality direct care service to individuals with developmental disabilities who live in the surrounding community. They develop and maintain positive open communication with participants, their families, other service agencies, and in the community projecting a caring, professional image which fosters participant confidence in the staff and program's ability to provide care. Examples of services provided are as follows:
After School Respite: Small group of children from the hours of 2pm to 7pm during the week while school is in session.
Special Needs Respite: Working one-on-one with a child who needs individualized services.
Residential Habilitation: Working with various individuals in their homes within the community. The Habilitation Aide may work with an adult on house cleaning skills, creating and following a budget, shopping, parenting skills, and personal hygiene.
Day Habilitation: Working with individuals on their social skills within the community. Activities include participating in a community activity of the participant’s choice—in order to access teachable moments in where the person can learn new ways of interacting with others within the community.
Respite: Providing families with care for their children in their homes.
Shifts are usually afternoon/evening and day, afternoon and evening hours on the weekends. Wage: $9 per hour with shift differentials.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent. Experience with persons with developmental disabilities preferred. Must have accessible telephone number, agency approvable driver's license, and a vehicle.
Residence Manager
The Residence Manager position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a residential home for adult individuals with developmental disabilities. The Manager ensures that quality direct care and support is given to residents and ensures efficient operation of shifts.
This working supervisor position will assume responsibility for the operation of the residence including scheduling staff coverage, meal preparation, grocery shopping, recreation, assistance with activities of daily living, transportation, consumer counseling and/or behavioral interventions, and documentation in consumer records. The Manager also has direct care duties as well as role modeling and training for staff and consumers.
Ensure and provide care of residents following program procedures, treatment plans, ISPs, including assisting individuals with toileting, medication needs, illness issues, fire evacuations and/or other emergent situations.
Directly supervise staff including directing the daily activities of staff; providing staff with guidance and instructions; counseling and discipline issues; performance appraisals; and time off requests.
Promote positive self-esteem of residents in a loving home atmosphere through consistently positive interactions, support, encouragement, and unconditional respect of residents' rights.
Must be able to physically intervene in behavioral situations, perform CPR/First Aid, lift, transfer, and perform direct care duties. Candidate must be able to make independent decisions, multi-task, complete required paperwork, and be computer literate. Wage: $13.75per hour.
Requirements:
Associate's degree and one (1) year of related experience preferred. Experience with persons with disabilities and supervisory experience. Must have accessible telephone number and agency approvable driver's license. This is a full-time position located in Herkimer, generally afternoon/evening hours, with some weekend hours required. Previous experience in a Residential setting with supervisory experience preferred.
Applications must be received by Friday, July 16, 2010.
