Employment Listing - 4/26/13 Self Determination Assistant

                                              VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 

POSITION:                SELF DETERMINATION ASSISTANT - RELIEF

                                                23 HOURS PER WEEK                

REPORTS TO:        PERSON WE SERVE AND GUARDIAN

LOCATION:              ADDRESS OF RESIDENCE - ALBION

DUTIES:                    Provide support and assistance for participation in inclusive community activities and in independent living skills.  Knowledge of Autism is a plus. Hours to vary based on needs of person served.  Must have valid NYS driver’s license and meet agency guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

                                    KNOWLEDGE OF INFORMATION AND TECHNIQUES REQUIRED TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION, SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE IN COMMUNITY INTEGRATION AND VOLUNTEER PLACEMENTS AND IN INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS.  ABILITY TO BE AWARE AND UNDERSTAND REACTIONS OF OTHER PEOPLE. ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY, GOOD COMMUNICATION, WRITTEN & ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS ARE REQUIRED. MUST HAVE A VALID NYS DRIVERS LICENSE AND MUST MEET THE AGENCY MOTOR VEHICLE GUIDELINES.  MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION MUST ALSO BE ABLE TO MEET CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS AND ALL REQUIRED TRAINING.

 

STARTING RATE:  $12.00 PER HOUR

 

Interested Candidates should submit a resume by 5/3/13 to:

Carol S. 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:  4/26/13

 

Peggy Schreck Named 2012 Best Friend at Arc's Annual Dinner

The Arc of Orleans County is please to announce that Peggy Schreck has been named the Agency's 2012 Best Friend!  Peggy was honored at the Best Friend Dinner and Annual Meeting on Friday, April 19th, at Hickory Ridge Golf and Country Club, Holley, NY.  Arc Executive Director Kellie Spychalski told attendees, "Peggy has been a volunteer for the Agency for over ten years; she has been a member of the Signature Series Planning Committee since its inception, is on the Community Relations Committee, volunteers at Camp Rainbow for the Albion and Holley School Spell-A-Thon field trips, and began volunteering at Rainbow Preschoool in Albion last year.  Peggy Schreck is deserving of the Best Friend Award.  She truly has a love for the Agency and the individuals we support and it shows in everything she does."

Also honored were the Community Service Award recipient Samantha Neal; Self Advocate of the Year Joseph Moltrup; and Heritage Award winner BMP America, Inc.  Vocational winners included Michael Woodward - Community Worker; Jon Bombard, Orleans Enterprises Worker; Anthony Avino, Enclave Worker; Tauhna Micek, Mobile Crew Worker; and Chapin Manufacturing, Inc. Business Partner of the Year.

The evening also included celebration of the 243 volunteers who donated over 5,700 hours of their time (and talents!!) in 2012 assisting The Arc to fulfill its mission.  Arc Board President Ken Barchet shared that every volunteer is important.  He said to those in attendance, "Through your hard work and your valuable time, in collaboration with our dedicated staff, The Arc is able to provide services and programs, and hold our many events.  Thank you for all that you do for the Agency and for the individuals that we serve."

The Annual Meeting was held with election of officers and directors to The Arc Board and amendment to the Agency by-laws.  The evening concluded with dancing to music by Brad London Productions.

 

 

  

 

Annual Community Job Fair Today!

 

It's not too late to attend the "Jobs Within Reach" Annual Community Job Fair sponsored by The Arc of Orleans County's Career Ventures and Community Action of Orleans & Genesee! 

 

The Job Fair is happening NOW (Thurs. 4/18) and will conclude at 1 PM today.  If you're in the Albion (or surrounding) area, stop by the Amerian Legion, 131 South Main Street, and check out the 40+ businesses who are there. 

 

Remember to bring plenty of resumes; applications can be completed on site. 

US Border Patrol speak about employment positions
with an attendee at the "Jobs Within Reach" Job Fair. 

Annual Community Job Fair is April 18th

"Jobs Within Reach" Annual Community Job Fair is April 18th

Sponsored by The Arc of Orleans County's Career Ventures and Community Action of Orleans and Genesee, this Annual Community Job Fair is THE place to be if you are looking for employment.

 

This year's job fair will take place on Thursday, April 18th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the American Legion, 131 South Main Street, Albion. All are invited to attend!

"For the first time ever, we have every major manufacturer in Orleans County participating in the job fair." For those looking for work, please bring along plenty of resumes to hand out to prospective employers.

If you, or someone you know, is looking for employment, be sure to mark your calendar to attend!

Employment Listing - 4/16/13 Maintenance Assistant

                                       VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 POSITION:       MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT – PART-TIME

                                                    20 HOURS/WEEK

REPORTS TO:   MICHAEL DISALVO 

                         OPERATIONS MANAGER

LOCATION:      ORLEANS ENTERPRISES

 

DUTIES:                  UNDER MINIMUM SUPERVISION PERFORMS ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR DUTIES WITH REGARD TO AGENCY FACILITIES. 

 QUALIFICATIONS:  WORKING LEVEL KNOWLEDGE OF ROUTINE CARPENTRY,      ELECTRICAL, MASONRY, PLUMBING, PAINTING AND GROUNDS KEEPING MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR FUNDAMENTALS AND PRACTICES IS REQUIRED.  THREE YEARS PERFORMING ROUTINE ELECTRICAL, CARPENTRY AND PLUMBING DUTIES ARE REQUIRED AND A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA.  MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT 50 LBS. MANUAL DEXTERITY AND MECHANICAL APTITUDE ARE REQUIRED.

SALARY:  Grade 9 Step 1 - $9.60/hr.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT A RESUME BY:  4/23/13

 TO:     Carol Fox, Human Resources Manager

            The Arc of Orleans County
              122 Caroline Street
              Albion, NY 14411
   
FAX:  585-589-5669                        EMAIL:  cfox@arcoforleans.org

 The Arc Orleans County is an Equal Opportunity Employer         

 Posted:  4/16/13

Rainbow Preschool Chicks

The Albion Rainbow Preschool is starting their chick incubation project.  The children are learning about the egg development process.  We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the chicks around May 3rd.

New Video Released - "Wonderful"

 

The Songs for NYSARC campaign continues with the release of a second video. Entitled    "Wonderful", this song by Kesleah Hall is just that!  We hope that you enjoy the video, which celebrates the specialness of the individuals and their diversity.  The are different, they are special, they are wonderful!  Be on the lookout for some familiar faces in the video!

Watch "Wonderful"

Just a reminder that you can purchase the Songs for NYSARC CD for just $5.00!  CD's are available at The Arc's Community Relations Office, 122 Caroline Street, or Rainbow Preschool, 243 South Main Street, both in Albion.  Proceeds from the CD sale will benefit Rainbow Preschool.

Thanks to everyone who has supported this campaign!  Please feel free to share this information with your family and friends.  We know they'll love these songs, too!

Employment Listing - 4/11/13 Teacher Aide/1:1 Aide

                                         VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 

POSITION:        TEACHER AIDE (1:1)– PART TIME II 

                          15 HRS/WK  MON-FRI  PM                                    

                                                                       

REPORTS TO:          LYNN BEATTY – MANAGING TEACHER

LOCATION:               RAINBOW PRESCHOOL -  ALBION 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. Must be fluent in Spanish and English.

 STARTING RATE:     Grade 3 - $7.77 per hour.

 Interested candidates should submit a resume by 4/18/13 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:  4/11/13

Employment Listing 4/11/13 Teacher Aide/1:1

                                                VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 

 

POSITION:     TEACHER AIDE (1:1)– PART TIME II

                              15 HRS/WK MON-FRI  AM    

    

REPORTS TO:          LYNN BEATTY – MANAGING TEACHER

LOCATION:                RAINBOW PRESCHOOL -  ALBION 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 - $7.77 per hour.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 4/18/13 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:  4/11/13

 

Employment Listing - 4/11/13 Custodian

                                         VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 

 

POSITION:     CUSTODIAN – PART-TIME Il – 20 HRS/WEEK    MON-FRI

 REPORTS TO:          MICHELLE BATT, SR LPN

LOCATION:                RAINBOW PRESCHOOL/ALBION

 

DUTIES:                   Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of housekeeping functions including mopping, sweeping, vacuuming and scrubbing designated areas.

           

QUALIFICATIONS:   One year performing custodial/janitorial duties is required.  Manual dexterity and good oral communications are required.
 

STARTING RATE:     Grade 3 - $7.77/hr.   

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 4/18/13 to:

Human Resources Office

The Arc of Orleans County
ATTN: CAROL FOX
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: 4/11/13

 

The Arc of Orleans County Gives Back

As part of NYSARC's Gives Back initiative, NYSARC chapters and our state office participated in the President's Project Week from March 25th through March 31st.  This is a week in which we give back to our local communities. 

The Arc of Orleans hosted our first blood drive for The American Red Cross.  16 units were collected which translates to approximately 48 lives that will be saved.

 

The Arc also collected donations for the Genesee-Orleans Ministry of Concern.  This is the "Agency of Last Resort" because they work with people who have nowhere else to go.   Arc staff donated baby items and personal care supplies.

 

 

Executive Director of The Arc of Orleans County, Kellie Spychalski is seen above delivering the donations to Jessica Okoniewski, Assistant Executive Director of the Genesee-Orleans Ministry of Concern.

 

 

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser is Thursday!

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

to benefit The Arc of Orleans County's Nutrition Program
 
Thursday, April 11, 2013
4:30 to 7:00 PM
 
16 East Academy Street, Albion (south side)
 
Tickets only $8 for adult / $5 for children under 10
Unlimited Spaghetti !! 
50/50 Raffle!          Take-outs available   

 

 

April is Autism Awareness Month

April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day

Each April 2, Autism Speaks celebrates Light It Up Blue along with the international autism community, in commemoration of the United Nations-sanctioned World Autism Awareness Day. Light It Up Blue is a unique global initiative that kicks-off Autism Awareness Month and helps raise awareness about autism. In honor of this historic day, many iconic landmarks, hotels, sporting venues, concert halls, museums, bridges and retail stores are among the hundreds of thousands of homes and communities that take part to Light It Up Blue.

 

Light It Up Blue Online

Help us raise awareness about autism by spreading the word via email, Facebook, Twitter, or your personal blog or website.  (use links below for smart phone and Facebook.)

Light It Up Blue for smart phone

World Autism Autism Awareness Day - Facebook

 

What is Autism?

What Is Autism? What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. They include autistic disorder, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) and Asperger syndrome.

How Common Is Autism?

Autism statistics from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identify around 1 in 88 American children as on the autism spectrum-a ten-fold increase in prevalence in 40 years. Careful research shows that this increase is only partly explained by improved diagnosis and awareness. Studies also show that autism is four to five times more common among boys than girls. An estimated 1 out of 54 boys and 1 in 252 girls are diagnosed with autism in the United States.

By way of comparison, more children are diagnosed with autism each year than with juvenile diabetes, AIDS or cancer, combined.* ASD affects over 2 million individuals in the U.S. and tens of millions worldwide.

 

Facts About Autism

Did you know ...

• Autism now affects 1 in 88 children and 1 in 54 boys
• Autism prevalence figures are growing
• Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the U.S.
• Autism costs a family $60,000 a year on average
• Autism receives less than 5% of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases
• Boys are nearly five times more likely than girls to have autism
• There is no medical detection or cure for autism