Meals on Wheels/Nutri-Fair is Seeking Volunteer Drivers

Do you have a little extra time on your hands? Enjoy spending time with seniors? The Meals on Wheels/Nutri-Fair program of The Arc of Orleans County is currently seeking volunteer drivers. Volunteers deliver meals to seniors in their homes. Routes are available in Albion, Holley or Medina on various dates throughout the month. Volunteers use their own personal vehicles and are currently paid $.42 per mile driven. Volunteers must posess a valid NYS Driver's License and be able to lift up to twenty pounds. This is a great activity for a retired couple or a pair of friends! If you'd like to learn more about how you can volunteer, please call Denise Withey at 585-589-5516 ext. 227 or Darlene Golson at 585-589-5516 ext. 228. We look forward to hearing from you!

Family Reading Event at Rainbow Preschool

Thanks to a grant from the Target Foundation, Rainbow Preschool is pleased to announce a series of family reading events. Join us for these exciting literacy events open to our Rainbow Preschool families and the public!

Rainbow Preschool
45 Liberty Street, Batavia, NY

Thursday, November 4, 2010 at 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 2, 2010 at 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 3, 2011 at 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 10, 2011 at 4:30 p.m.

Each event will provide your family with a story that is read out loud to you. Your child(ren) will receive a book bag, book mark, and their very own copy of the book that is read that night to take home! We will have crafts and activities to do that go along with the book. This is a fun evening activity to encourage your child to read and all are invited.

To register or for more information see the link below or call 585-344-4404.

http://www.arcoforleans.org/documents/LiteracyatRPSBatavai.pdf

EMPLOYMENT LISTING - 10/29/10 - COMMUNITY LIVING ASSISTANT

COMMUNITY LIVING ASSISTANT
Full Time - OVERNIGHTS

LOCATION: 3 bed IRA - Albion, NY

DUTIES: Provides program participants with support and training in independent living skills, such as meal planning and preparation, home maintenance, money management, housekeeping (lots of cleaning tasks) and laundry, 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 11/04/10 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: 10/28/10

EMPLOYMENT LISTING - 10/29/10 - VOCATIONAL TRAINING ASSISTANT

VOCATIONAL TRAINING ASSISTANT - DAY HAB OPTS
Regular Full Time

LOCATION: Day Hab OPTS, 16 East Academy Street, Albion, NY

DUTIES: Provides direct hands on supervision, training and counseling to people with disabilities in a variety of vocational & community settings.

QUALIFICATIONS: Working level knowledge of production techniques, methods and/or training involving adults who are disabled. Demonstrates skills equivalent to a high school diploma. Ability to deal with people at all organizational levels, good administrative, organizational, problem solving, training and oral & written communication skills required. Capable of completing SCIP, CPR & other required training. Must be flexible and willing to work weekends, holidays & evenings if needed. Needs a valid NYS driving license.

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

Vocational Training/Community Living Assistants who are currently paid at grade 9, will continue to be paid at grade 9.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 11/04/10 to the Human Resources Department.

The Arc of Orleans County
ATTN: Carol Fox
122 Caroline Street
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: 10/28/10

EMPLOYMENT LISTING - 10/29/10 - TEACHER AIDE 1:1 - PART TIME II

TEACHER AIDE (1:1)
PART TIME II – 8 HRS/WK MONDAY-FRIDAY MORNINGS

LOCATION: STUDENT'S HOME

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 11/3/10 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: 10/27/10

EMPLOYMENT LISTING - 10/29/10 - TEACHER AIDE 1:1 - PART TIME II

TEACHER AIDE 1:1
Part Time II - 15 hours per week - afternoon


LOCATION: Rainbow Preschool - Batavia


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 11/3/10 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: 10/27/10

Kevin Robison Named Arc Employee of the Month - September 2010

The Arc of Orleans County’s PERKs (Proud of our Employees Recognition K(c)ommittee) team is proud to announce that Kevin Robison has been named Employee of the Month for September 2010. As an Employment Specialist at Career Ventures, Kevin’s primary responsibilities are to assist people in finding employment through the Employment Training Program. In order to help his team members manage their many duties, Kevin has also been working with several others in the supported employment program and waiver follow along program. During September, Kevin placed three individuals in community based internships. This is not an easy task! Kevin made himself available to help coach the individuals and their employers to ensure a smooth transition. One of the individuals has limited mobility and needs assistance with eating and toileting. Kevin has been assisting this individual with these tasks until an aide can be hired even though they are not part of his traditional job duties. Thank you Kevin for going above and beyond for the people we serve and your co-workers! Congratulations!

Family Support Services Named Team of the Quarter: July - September 2010

The Arc of Orleans County’s PERKs (Proud of our Employees Recognition K(c)ommittee) team is proud to announce that the Agency’s Family Support Services department has been selected as the July-September 2010 Team of the Quarter. The team was selected for their perseverance during challenging times. Not only was the team working to implement the Agency’s new electronic case record system, Precision Care, they were doing so while trying to manage many significant required changes to the MSC program. All of this was taking place while several of the team’s members were experiencing difficult personal situations. The Family Support Services staff showed their continued dedication and quality of care. The team is strong and supportive of one another and their mission to provide high quality services to individuals and families. Congratulations!

Employment Listing - 10/7/10 - Community Living Assistant - Full Time

COMMUNITY LIVING ASSISTANT
REGULAR FULL TIME

LOCATION: 3 BED IRA, Albion

DUTIES: Provides program participants with support and training in independent living skills, such as meal planning and preparation, home maintenance, money management, housekeeping (lots of cleaning tasks) and laundry, 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 10/14/10 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: 10/7/10

Employment Listing - 10/7/10 - Community Living Assistant Part-Time I

COMMUNITY LIVING ASSISTANT – PART TIME I
3 BED IRA, ALBION

DUTIES: Provides program participants with support and training in independent living skills, such as meal planning and preparation, home maintenance, money management, housekeeping (lots of cleaning tasks) and laundry, 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 10/14/10 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: 10/7/10

Employment Listing - 10/7/10 - Vocational Training Assistant Day Hab OPTS

VOCATIONAL TRAINING ASSISTANT – REGULAR FULL TIME
DAY HAB OPTS

DUTIES: Provides direct hands on supervision, training and counseling to people with disabilities in a variety of vocational & community settings.

QUALIFICATIONS: Working level knowledge of production techniques, methods and/or training involving adults who are disabled. Demonstrates skills equivalent to a high school diploma. Ability to deal with people at all organizational levels, good administrative, organizational, problem solving, training and oral & written communication skills required. Capable of completing SCIP, CPR & other required training. Must be flexible and willing to work weekends, holidays & evenings if needed. Needs a valid NYS driving license.

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

Vocational Training/Community Living Assistants who are currently paid at grade 9, will continue to be paid at grade 9.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 10/13/10 to the Human Resources Department.

The Arc of Orleans County
ATTN: Carol Fox
122 Caroline Street
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: 10/06/10

Employment Listing - 10/7/10 - Vocational Training Assistant - Job Coach

VOCATIONAL TRAINING ASSISTANT – JOB COACH

REGULAR FULL-TIME

DUTIES: Provides direct hands on supervision, training and counseling to people with disabilities in a variety of vocational & community settings.

QUALIFICATIONS: Working level knowledge of production techniques, methods and/or training involving adults who are disabled. Experience with the developmentally disabled preferred along with factory and other entry level type of experience helpful. Demonstrates skills equivalent to a high school diploma. Ability to deal with people at all organizational levels, good administrative, organizational, problem solving, training and oral & written communication skills required. Capable of completing SCIP, CPR & other required training. Must be available to work weekends, holidays & evenings. Must be flexible. Must be able to drive a 15 passenger van and have access to a vehicle if no program vehicles are available. Needs a valid NYS driving license.

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

Vocational Training/Community Living Assistants who are currently paid at grade 9, will continue to be paid at grade 9.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by October 14, 2010 to:

The Arc of Orleans County -
Human Resources Department
ATTN: Carol S. Fox
PO 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: 10/07/10

Employment Listing - 10/7/10 - Community Living Specialist

COMMUNITY LIVING SPECIALIST - HAMILTON STREET IRA, ALBION

Regular - Full Time - Hours will primarily be Noon - 8:00 p.m. subject to change based on program need.

Duties: Assist Community Living Manager in the day to day operations of supervising people served and staff to ensure tasks are carried out in accordance with OPWDD regulations. Ensure Agency polices are adhered to.

Qualifications: High School graduate plus two years experience performing duties involving working with adults with developmental disabilities OR a comparable combination of education and experience. Supervisory experience preferred. Must be physically able to walk up and down stairs, shovel snow, and assist in wheelchair/bathing transfer. Valid NYS driver's license is required. Must be independent, organized, creative, insightful, able to take proactive steps to solve problems, and be willing to work required hours.

Starting Rate: Grade 12/DC - $10.95 per hour

Please submit your resume by 10/14/10 to:

The Arc of Orleans County
Human Resources
PO Box 439
Albion, NY 14411

Email: cfox@arcoforleans.org
Fax: 585-589-5669

The Arc of Orleans County is an Equal Opportunity Employer