Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Employment Listing - 7/31/13 - Direct Support Professional


                                            VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION:           DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL –  FULL TIME


REPORTS TO:          OPERATIONS MANAGER – MIKE DISALVO        
                                   PRODUCTION MANAGER – PAULA KNAAK

 LOCATION:   ORLEANS ENTERPRISE, WASHINGTON ST, ALBION                                      

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 preferred.  Demonstrates skills equivalent to a high school diploma.  Ability to deal with people at all organizational levels, reliable, friendly, flexible, team player, good administrative, organizational, problem solving, training and oral & written communication skills required.  Capable of completing SCIP, CPR & other required training.  Needs a valid NYS driving license.

STARTING RATE:     Grade 7DC - $9.28/hr. 

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 8/7/13 to:
Carol Fox
Human Resource Department
The Arc of Orleans County
PO Box 439
Albion, NY  14411
Email   cfox@arcoforleans.org                                     Fax (585) 589 - 5669

THE ARC OF ORLEANS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Posted:  7/31/13

 

 

Reverse Raffle Ticket Drawing at 11th Annual Signature Series


THE ARC OF ORLEANS COUNTY’S
REVERSE RAFFLE TICKETS FOR THE
2013 SIGNATURE SERIES!!

With your $10 donation per ticket, you could win up to $500!

Only 250 tickets will be sold!  Five prizes will be awarded!! 
You have a 1:50 chance of winning a prize!

 50th Ticket pulled wins - #5 Auto Detail Job valued at $125
100th Ticket pulled wins - Cookies for a year – monthly  delivery valued at $150
150th Ticket pulled wins - Certificate & Gift Basket from area merchants valued at least $175.00
200th Ticket pulled wins - $250
The last or 250th Ticket pulled wins - $500
                  
The Reverse Raffle drawing will be held the night of the Signature Series Reception & Silent Auction
Friday, September 6, 2013

You do not need to be present at the event to win!

Run…don’t walk
to A & O (122 Caroline Street) for tickets.
To purchase Reverse Raffle or Tickets to attend, please contact:
Darlene Golson, Community Relations Manager
(585)589-5516 ext 228 or dgolson@arcoforleans.org


Monday, July 29, 2013

Celebrity Items to Appear in Arc's Silent Auction




The 11th Annual Signature Series will be featuring several celebrity donations in our Silent Auction.  Come check out your favorites on Friday, September 6th at Hickory Ridge!

Bobby Allison
Pamela Anderson
Mario Andretti
Andretti Autosport
Maya Angelou
Matthew Broderick
Sheryl Crow
Emily Deschanel
Disney
Bethenny Frankel
Dean Koontz
Faith Hill
Tim McGraw
The Daily Show
John Travolta

For ticket information or to make a donation, please contact Darlene Golson at dgolson@arcoforleans.org or 585-589-5516 ext. 228







Friday, July 26, 2013

Thank You Sponsors & Donors of the Upcoming 11th Annual Signature Series


The Arc of Orleans County would like to send a special thank you to the following sponsors, gift donors, and donors who have underwritten the cost of pre-purchased items for our 11th Annual Signature Series Reception & Silent Auction. This event is being held Friday, September 6, 2013 at Hickory Ridge Golf & Country Club in Holley, NY at 6:00 pm. 

For information on the event and/or if you are interested in making a donation or sponsoring the Signature Series, please contact Darlene Golson, Community Relations Manager at dgolson@arcoforleans.org or call 585-589-5516 ext.228.

 
Sponsors:
The Bonadio Group
Genesee ARC
Lissow Development
Medina Dental Group
United Way of Orleans
Webster, Schubel & Meier, LLP
 
Underwriting Donors:
Charles A. Roth
Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc.
Janice Cummings
Karl & Laurie Fredrick
Jeanne Whipple Realty
Ken Barrett Chevrolet-Cadillac
Kniland Farms
Jeff & Clara Martin
Nayman's
Pilon Construction Co., Inc.
David & Peggy Schreck
Eleanor Whipple
 
Gift Basket/Item Donations:
Baxter Healthcare
Buffalo Bills
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Cobblestone Society
Cook's Lock & Key
Different Strokes Massage Therapy
James & Darlene Golson
GourmetGiftBaskets.com
Harbor Town River Boat Co., Inc.
Heron Hill Winery
Hunt Country Vineyards
Leonard Oakes Estate Winery
Ryan & Emily Miller & Family
Moe's Southwest Grill
New York Knicks
New York Jets
New York Museum of Transportation
New York Yankees
Pittsburgh Steelers
Pudgie's Lawn & Garden Center
Red Coach Inn
Seaward Candies
Seneca Gaming Corporation
Sonnenberg Garden & Mansion
Standing Stone Vineyards
Sticky Lips Pit BBQ Restaurant
Susan B. Anthony House
Tillman's Village Inn
 
 
 
 
 
 

Area Seniors Enjoy Lunch at Orleans County Fair


The Orleans County Nutrition Program of the Arc of Orleans County in partnership with the Orleans County Office for the Aging held their Annual Senior Luncheon at the 4H Fair.  Over a hundred of Orleans County seniors enjoyed a fun-filled lunch on Wednesday, July 24th with entertainment provided by Denny and her Escorts!

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Employment Listing - 7/25/13 Direct Support Professional


                                       VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT               

                                                                                
POSITION: DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL– REGULAR FULLTIME          
                                      

REPORTS TO:  SR. COMMUNITY LIVING MANAGER – KAREN CURTIN

LOCATION:       SUPPORTIVE APTS/3 BED IRA-WEST BANK STREET

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. Must be capable of completing SCIP, CPR, First Aide and other trainings as required. Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs.                       

STARTING RATE:  Grade 7DC - $9.28/hr.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by 8/1/13 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:  7/25/13

 

Monday, July 22, 2013

Chicken BBQ to Benefit The Arc's Nutrition Program

Chicken BBQ Fundraiser (Chiavetta's)
 to benefit Arc of Orleans Nutri-Fair/Meals On Wheels

Thursday, August 1, 2013
 12:30 - 5:00 PM
 
16 East Academy Street, Albion NY
 
 
$9.00 per ticket (eat in or take out)
 
Call 585-589-7817 for tickets
 
 
(The Arc's Nutrition Program is run in partnership
with the Orleans County Office for the Aging)

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Treasures Abound!


Second Chance Sale
 
You never know what you might find at Dayhab OPTS'
Second Chance Sale...
 
                     Where: 16 E. Academy St., Albion, NY
                     (Old Grammar School….North Entrance)
 
                     When:   Friday 7/19/13 10am - 2pm
                                   Friday 7/26/13 10am - 2pm

 
 
 
 
Proceeds to benefit the individuals served
through the Day Habilitation Program.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Save The Date!!


SAVE THE DATE!

 
The Arc of Orleans County’s

 11th Annual Signature Series

Reception & Silent Auction
 
Friday, September 6, 2013
Hickory Ridge Golf & Country Club, Holley
Registration begins at 6:00 pm

Entertainment, Silent Auction, Raffles, Filling
Food Stations & More!
 
Legacy of Love Cornerstone Award Presented to:
The Medina Lions Club
 
For ticket information on this event, please contact:
Darlene Golson, Community Relations Manager
(585) 589-5516 ext. 228 or email dgolson@arcoforleans.org

All proceeds to benefit
The Legacy of Love Arc Endowment

 

 

Monday, July 15, 2013

Quilt Raffle - Winner to be Drawn at The Arc's Signature Series


Quilt
Raffle

“Historical Highlights Through Our Eyes” Quilt
  Created and Hand-Tied by
  The Arc’s Day Habilitation Group
 
Winner will be drawn at
The Arc’s 11th Annual Signature Series
Friday, September 6, 2013
Hickory Ridge Golf & Country Club
 
You do not have to be present to win!
Ticket Costs:
10 for $5.00
3 for $2.00
1 for $1.00
 
Please contact Darlene Golson, Community Relations Manager, at 585-589-5516 ext. 228 to get your quilt raffle tickets or for more information about the Signature Series Event. 
 
For more information on The Arc, please visit our website at www.arcoforleans.org.
 
 
All proceeds benefit
The Arc’s Day Habilitation Group
 
 

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Employment Listing - Direct Support Professional


                                                    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION:           DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL – REGULAR FULL TIME        

 

REPORTS TO:          SUPPORTED WORK MANAGER – MELISSA COTTER
                                                 
LOCATION:                ENCLAVES                                       

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 preferred.  Production experience preferred but not required. Demonstrates skills equivalent to a high school diploma.  Ability to deal with people at all organizational levels, reliable, friendly, flexible, team player, good administrative, organizational, problem solving, training and oral & written communication skills required.  Capable of completing SCIP, CPR & other required training.  Willing to work weekends, holidays & evenings.  Needs a valid NYS driving license.

STARTING RATE:     7DC Step 1 $9.28
 
Interested candidates should submit a resume by July 17, 2013 to:
Carol Fox
Human Resource Department
The Arc of Orleans County
PO Box 439
Albion, NY  14411

Email   cfox@arcoforleans.org                                                   Fax (585) 589 - 5669
THE ARC OF ORLEANS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Posted:  7/10/13