Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Employment Listing - 12/29/10 - Community Living Assistant

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
2 POSITIONS

POSITION: COMMUNITY LIVING ASSISTANT – REGULAR FULLTIME

REPORTS TO: COMMUNITY LIVING MANAGER – TIFFANY GRABOWSKI

LOCATION: HAMILTON STREET – ALBION


DUTIES: Provides program participants with support and training in independent living skills, such as meal planning and preparation, home maintenance, money management, etc.


QUALIFICATIONS: Good math & writing skills. Must have a valid NYS driver’s license.


STARTING RATE: Grade 5DC - $8.52/hr.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 1/5/11 to:

Human Resources Office
The Arc of Orleans County
P.O. Box 439
Albion, NY 14411

e-mail: cfox@arcoforleans.org Fax: (585) 589-5669

The Arc of Orleans County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



Posted: 12/29/10

Employment Listing - 12/29/10 - Interpreter Aide

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT


POSITION: PTII INTERPRETER AIDE – 15 HOURS PER WEEK MON-FRI

REPORTS TO: THERESA LEHMAN-DIRECTOR OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

LOCATION: RAINBOW PRESCHOOL – BATAVIA SITE

DUTIES: WORKS WITH ASSIGNED CHILD ON A ONE ON ONE BASIS AS A SPANISH TRANSLATOR ON BEHALF OF THE CHILD TO HELP FACILITATE THE CHILD’S ABILITY TO FUNTION IN AN INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP SETTING. PRIMARILY RESPONSIBLE FOR INTERPRETING BETWEEN ENGLISH AND SHPAINSH IN A CLASSROOM, DURING HOME VISITS WITH PARENTS, AND OR OTHER MEETINGS AS APPLICABLE.

QUALIFICATIONS: MUST SPEAK SPANISH FLUETNLY.
ONE YEAR EXPERIENCE WITH WRITTEN/VERBAL TRANSLATION FROM ENGLISH TO SPANISH AND SPANISH TO ENGLISH IS PREFERRED. ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY AND DEAL WITH PEOPLE AT ALL ORGANIZATIONAL LEVELS, ESPECIALLY YOUNG CHILDREN. GOOD ADMINISTRATIVE, PLANNING, ORGANIZATIONAL AND ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS.

STARTING RATE: GRADE 14 - $11.45/HR.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 1/5/11 to:

HUMAN RESOURCES
The Arc of Orleans County
PO Box 439
Albion, NY 14411

e-mail: cfox@arcoforleans.org
fax: (585) 589-5669

The Arc of Orleans is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted: 12/29/10

Employment Listing - 12/29/10 - Teacher Aide

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT


POSITION: TEACHER AIDE – PART TIME II – 20HRS/WK MON-FRI - PM


REPORTS TO: SHARI PERZIA – MANAGING TEACHER


LOCATION: RAINBOW PRESCHOOL - BATAVIA SITE



DUTIES: Under moderate supervision, assists in the planning and implementation of activities for young children in a classroom setting. Is directly responsible to the classroom teacher.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Related work experience preferred. Ability to deal with people at all organizational levels, especially young children; and good administrative, planning, organizational and oral & written communications skills are required. Ability to follow specific instructions, lift and carry 40 pounds in order to carry children and equipment. Works well independently, as well as in a team atmosphere. Must be a team player.


STARTING RATE: Grade 3 - $7.62 per hour.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 1/5/11 to:
Carol S. Fox
Human Resource Manager
122 Caroline Street
Albion, NY 14411

E-MAIL: cfox@arcoforleans.org FAX: (585) 589 - 5669


The Arc of Orleans County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Posted: 12/29/10

Employment Lisiting - 12/29/10 - Special Education Teacher

POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – PART TIME I
26 hrs/wk


REPORT TO: SHARI PERZIA – MANAGING TEACHER

LOCATION: RAINBOW PRESCHOOL –BATAVIA


DUTIES: PLAN, DEVELOP, ORGANIZE & IMPLEMENT INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLANS (IEP’S) FOR EACH ASSIGNED STUDENT; COMMUNICATE REGULARLY WITH PARENTS, STAFF AND INDIVIDUAL SERVICE PROVIDERS AND DIRECTS TEACHER ASSISTANTS.


QUALIFICATIONS: Special Ed Teacher - BS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION NYS CERTIFICATION.


STARTING RATE:
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER: STEP 1 - $17.41/HOUR (without graduate credit hours). $40 PER GRADUATE CREDIT HOUR UP TO 36.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 1/5/11 to:

CAROL FOX
THE ARC OF ORLEANS COUNTY
P. O. BOX 439
ALBION, NY 14411

E-MAIL ADDRESS: cfox@arcoforleans.org FAX #: (585) 589-5669

THE ARC OF ORLEANS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Posted: 12/29/10

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Emily Miller Named November 2010 Employee of the Month



The Arc of Orleans County's PERKs (Proud of our Employees Recognition K (c)ommittee) team is proud to announce that Emily Miller has been named Employee of the Month for November 2010. As the Accounting Manager, Emily was selected for her outstanding efforts in the Business Office. After Patricia, our payroll assistant, went out on maternity leave, Emily has worked double duty, not only handling her own workload but also accepting all of the payroll duties as well. This not only included the regular payroll, but also additional year end duties associated with payroll, AND budget prep work. Emily worked countless hours to ensure the accuracy of the checks and made them available to all the staff as quickly as possible – which is very much appreciated by all the staff!!

Thank you, Emily, for your hard work and dedication to The Arc of Orleans County. You are an asset to the Business Office and are truly deserving of the Employee of the Month title. Congratulations!

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Please Join the Legislative Advocate Network

Concerned about funding of services provided by The Arc of Orleans County? Worried about how the Governor-elect’s budget may affect the services you or your family member currently enjoys? The Arc of Orleans County’s parent organization, NYSARC, Inc., has a rich history of legislative advocacy. During these very uncertain political and economic times, NYSARC along with its chapters and other major not-for-profit agencies serving people with disabilities are working together to educate the Governor-elect and the legislature on the critical importance of maintaining funding for our services. The next critical step in NYSARC’s ongoing efforts is the establishment of the Legislative Advocate Network (LAN) to provide families, self advocates, members, staff, and other supporters with the latest legislative information that affects our association and services for people with disabilities. NYSARC will keep the LAN up-to-date with the latest legislative information, from public appearances to pending policies. NYSARC will also provide training and additional resources.

If you would like to become a member of the Legislative Advocate Network and work to advocate on behalf of thousands of people with disabilities and their families, please email Kellie Spychalski, Assistant Executive Director of The Arc of Orleans County at kspychalski@arcoforleans.org. Members of the LAN will be sent a welcome packet and will then be kept informed on a regular basis through e-alerts, the NYSARC & Arc of Orleans County website, and phone calls. In the event of significant threats to our programs and services, we will ask that LAN members move quickly. Your advocacy is critical!

Friday, December 10, 2010

READ THIS BEFORE YOU DO ANY HOLIDAY SHOPPING!

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Just go to GoodShop at http://www.goodshop.com, select our cause - The Arc of Orleans County, and then click over to your favorite store and shop away!

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There's no easier way to support us this holiday season! Please spread the word.

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Girl Scouts of Western New York Troop #2042 Donate Tree to Rainbow Preschool

Bottom left to right: Sarah Granchelli, Nicole Waild, and Alexis Neuman
On the top of the ladder: Victoria Schicker

A very special thank you to the Girl Scouts of Western New York Troop #2042 from Medina for their wonderful donation of a pre-lit Christmas tree as well as the beautiful homemade ornaments to our Albion Rainbow Preschool site. All the girl scouts worked very hard on making the decorations and four of the young ladies were able to deliver and decorate the tree as well.

Please see the listing below for the girl scouts and the leaders of Troop # 2042.

Girl Scouts in Troop # 2042:

Sarah Granchelli, Victoria Schicker, Nicole Waild, Alexis Neuman, Heather Bramer, Jessica Granchelli, Rowan Hamner, Madison Holland,Madison Kenward, Shelby Green, Cora Payne, Shianne Sullinger, Madeline Winters, and Hayley Secore

Girl Scout Leaders for Troop #2042:

Tricia Neuman and Julie Granchelli

The fourteen girl scouts in the troop have been working towards their Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards. The Arc of Orleans County is thankful that we were contacted and we were able to be a part of this process.

The tree has been placed in the downstairs lobby of the Arnold Gregory Complex for all to enjoy during this wonderful holiday season. The children at Rainbow Preschool will be able to visit with Santa and his very special Elf by the tree this year.

Thank you again to Troop # 2042. You truly exemplify what this joyous holiday season is all about!











Kelly Anstey, Assistant Director of Vocational Services, Attains Masters Degree

Kelly Anstey, Assistant Director of Vocational Services, completed her coursework for a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling on June 29, 2010. Kelly will receive her degree in December 2010 from the University of Wisconsin.

A small reception was held in her honor Friday, December 3, 2010.

Congratulations Kelly on this wonderful accomplishment! Job well done!

The Arc "Whoville (Arcville)" Float Wins 1st Place


The Arc of Orleans County participated and won 1st place in the Non-Profit Class in the 2010 Medina Parade of Lights held on Saturday, November 27, 2010. This is a truly wonderful event and we are so happy to play a small part in it.

If you'd like to check out the parade, please follow the link below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-mQCDCNuqQ

There are 3 parts to the 2010 parade. The Arc's float is in the very beginning of part 2 of 3.

Congratulations and special thanks to all the staff, individuals we serve, and volunteers who worked many long hours on the float as well as participated on the day of the parade. All you Who's in Whoville had a great time and looked wonderful!

Thank you to all of you in the community who braved the cold to come out and support The Arc as well as the many other floats. Your hearts are truly the biggest of all!

Happy Holidays!

Employment Listing - 12/8/10 - Meals On Wheels Driver/Relief

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT


POSITION: NUTRIFAIR/MEALS ON WHEELS PTII/RELIEF DRIVER
AS NEEDED

REPORTS TO: NUTRITION PROGRAM MANAGER


LOCATION: ACADEMY ST, ALBION


DUTIES: ENSURE DELIVERY OF FOOD, MAINTAIN VEHICLE, PREPARE & LOAD CARRIERS, RECYCLE, GENERAL CLEAN UP. PRIMARILY A DRIVNG POSITION MAY ALSO INCLUDE ON SITE DUTIES.

QUALIFICATIONS:

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED PREFERRED. EXPERIENCE WITH DRIVING, DELIVERY, CLEANING, RECYCLING & VEHICLE MAINTENANCE. A WORKING LEVEL KNOWLEDGE OF WORKING WITH ELDERLY PREFERRED. ABILITY TO DEAL WITH PEOPLE AT ALL ORGANIZATIONAL LEVELS. MUST POSSESS A VALID NYS DRIVERS LICENSE & ABILITY TO LIFT UP TO 20LBS.

STARTING SALARY: GRADE 3 STEP 2 - $7.79/HR


INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT A RESUME BY 12/15/10:


TO: Carol Fox
Human Resources Manager
The Arc of Orleans County
122 Caroline Street
Albion, NY 14411

FAX: 589-5669 EMAIL: cfox@arcoforleans.org

The Arc Orleans County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted: 12/8/10

Friday, December 3, 2010

Employment Listing - 12/3/10 - Community Living Manager

POSITION: COMMUNITY LIVING MANAGER - REGULAR FULL-TIME


REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR COMMUNITY LIVING – JILL PEGELOW


LOCATION: HAMILTON STREET, ALBION, NY 14411


DUTIES: Plans organizes, directs, monitors and evaluates the community living functions of the Arc of Orleans County for assigned consumers, including providing direct care for consumers in certified or uncertified apartments and in their own homes, with an emphasis on promoting social relationships, responsible choice, individual control, health, security and economic well-being.


QUALIFICATIONS:

College level knowledge in direct care policies, procedures, programs and practices typically acquired through the attainment of an AAS degree in Human Services is required. Three years performing direct care services to adults with disabilities. Good administrative, organizational, problem solving and oral and written communication skills; and an aptitude for directing and motivating people are required. Ability to push and lift up to 50 lbs. Must have a valid NYS driver’s license.

STARTING RATE: M3 DC STEP 4 - $28,505/YR ($1096.33 Bi-weekly)

Interested candidates should submit a resume By December 9, 2010 to:

ATTN: CAROL FOX
Human Resources Office.
The Arc of Orleans County
P.O. Box 439
Albion, NY 14411

e-mail: cfox@arcoforleans.com Fax: (585)589 - 5669

The Arc of Orleans County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted: 12/2/10

Employment Listing - 12/3/10 - Recreation Aide/Respite Worker

POSITION: RECREATION AIDE/RESPITE WORKER – PART-TIME CATEGORY II
20 HOURS/WEEK


REPORTS TO: RECREATION MANAGER – VICKIE RANDALL


LOCATION: FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES – ALBION, NY


DUTIES: UNDER MODERATE SUPERVISION, PROVIDES HOME CARE & RESPITE FOR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS OF PEOPLE WHO ARE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED.


QUALIFICATIONS: HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE. ABLE TO RECORD MESSAGES, KEEP SIMPLE RECORDS & TO UNDERSTAND AND CARRY OUT SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS. MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD. KNOWLEDGE OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY, GOOD COMMUNICATION & ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS ARE REQUIRED. MUST MAINTAIN A VALID NYS DRIVERS LICENSE .


STARTING RATE: GRADE 5DC - $8.52 RECREATION AIDE


Interested Candidates should submit a resume before 12/9/10 to:
Carol Fox
Human Resources Office.
The Arc of Orleans County
P. O. Box 439
Albion, NY 14411

e-mail: cfox@arcoforleans.org

fax: (585)589 - 5669
The Arc of Orleans County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted: 12/2/10