During the very successful Founder's Fair held on Sunday, August 1st, many guests participated in several drawings. Below is a list of winners:
50/50 - Donna Gerhardt
Money Tree - Cheryl Moltrup
Quilt - Judy Koehler - Thank you to Hannah Pollard-Brandt for the wonderful donation of this beautiful handmade quilt!
Door Prize - Rob Brien
Golfer's Dream Package -
* Oak Hill - Don DeFelice
* Niagara Frontier Country Club - Jeff McDonough
* White Birch - Steve Hawley
* Shelridge - Bill Kingsley
* Mill Creek - Wayne Christy
* Byrncliff - Wayne Christy
Baskets -
Jerry Albertson
Jen Batt
Rob Brien
Tammy Caldwell
Mindy Chrzan
Pat Eick
Eric Fox
Joan Grein
Michael Halstead
Anne Halstead
Steve Hawley
Debbie Heuer
Marlene Hill
Gary Hill
Casey Holloway
Jeff McDonough
Joe Moltrup
Duane Montgomery
Grace Moon
Karen Neal
Jim Newton
Teresa Pawlak
Jerome Pawlak
Rosemary Pegelow
Sue Punch
Amanda Stryker
Mary Lou Tuohey
Nicole Tuohey
Libby Woodroe
Bea Young
Mike Zeliff
The Arc would also like to thank all of our many, many volunteers for their time and talents! Thank you also to FLAME for a phenomenal performance. Look for another article including photos very soon!
Friday, August 6, 2010
Monday, July 26, 2010
Employment Listing 7/21/10 - Community Living Assistant Temporary
COMMUNITY LIVING ASSISTANT
Full-time TEMPORARY - West Avenue Community Residence
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 and writing skills. Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License. Experience preferred, but not required. Must be willing to work various hours, including evenings, nights, overnights and holidays.
STARTING RATE: Grade 5DC, STEP 1 - $8.52 per hour.
Interested candidates should submit a resume by 7/28/10 to: cfox@arcoforleans.org
Full-time TEMPORARY - West Avenue Community Residence
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 and writing skills. Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License. Experience preferred, but not required. Must be willing to work various hours, including evenings, nights, overnights and holidays.
STARTING RATE: Grade 5DC, STEP 1 - $8.52 per hour.
Interested candidates should submit a resume by 7/28/10 to: cfox@arcoforleans.org
Still wondering if you should attend the Founder's Fair??
Sunday, August 1st, 2010 at Camp Rainbow, Townline Road, Lyndonville, NY. Noon til 6:00 with FLAME performing from 2:00 - 4:00. Check out http://www.flametheband.com/ FLAME is absolutely AWESOME! Don't miss them! This amazing group have been seen on Good Morning America and are soon to be featured in People magazine! For more information, contact The Arc of Orleans County's Community Relations Department at 585-589-5516 ext. 228 or 227. Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Employment Listing - 6/29/10 Vocational Case Manager
VOCATIONAL CASE MANAGER - Orleans Enterprises
Full Time – 40 hours per week
Works with adults who are disabled to increase their vocational independence through counseling & maintaining individual rehabilitation plans. Assists in meeting vocational needs, conducts vocational case reviews, monitors attendance, progress, productivity, collects observational data for various assessments, plans and implements programs of instruction for training time, provides referrals & linkages as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS: A college level knowledge in vocational rehabilitation typically acquired through a Bachelors Degree in Social Work or Psychology is required. A comparable combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. One year performing duties in a human services related field is required. Good administrative, interpersonal, organizational, problem solving & oral & written communication skills are required. Must possess a valid NYS driving license and meet the agency Motor Vehicle Guidelines.
Starting rate: Grade 11 Step 1 - $10.18/hr.
Please submit resume by 7/6/10
Full Time – 40 hours per week
Works with adults who are disabled to increase their vocational independence through counseling & maintaining individual rehabilitation plans. Assists in meeting vocational needs, conducts vocational case reviews, monitors attendance, progress, productivity, collects observational data for various assessments, plans and implements programs of instruction for training time, provides referrals & linkages as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS: A college level knowledge in vocational rehabilitation typically acquired through a Bachelors Degree in Social Work or Psychology is required. A comparable combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. One year performing duties in a human services related field is required. Good administrative, interpersonal, organizational, problem solving & oral & written communication skills are required. Must possess a valid NYS driving license and meet the agency Motor Vehicle Guidelines.
Starting rate: Grade 11 Step 1 - $10.18/hr.
Please submit resume by 7/6/10
Saturday, June 26, 2010
The Arc is participating in the NYSARC Convention Theme Design Competition
The Arc of Orleans County, one of fifty-five chapters of NYSARC, Inc., is pleased to announce the kickoff of the 2010 NYSARC, Inc. Convention Theme Design Competition. The winner of the competition will win a new laptop computer donated by CMI Communications in Rochester, NY as well as an etched glass award.
Individuals eligible to enter the design competition include Arc staff and their families, individual served by The Arc, family members of people served, and chapter members. New York State students in grades seven through twelve and those in college are also eligible to participate.
All designs will be on display at the NYSARC Convention being held October 14th through 16th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Albany, New York. Convention attendees will have the opportunity to view and vote on their favorite artwork. The winning artwork will be used for the 2011 NYSARC, Inc. Annual Convention which will carry the theme “Advocacy in Action: Moving Forward.”
The deadline to submit a design is Wednesday, September 15th. Those interested in submitting their original artwork should contact Denise Withey, Community Relations Specialist at The Arc of Orleans County for an application and all contest rules. Ms. Withey may be reached at 585-589-5516 ext. 227 or dwithey@arcoforleans.org.
Individuals eligible to enter the design competition include Arc staff and their families, individual served by The Arc, family members of people served, and chapter members. New York State students in grades seven through twelve and those in college are also eligible to participate.
All designs will be on display at the NYSARC Convention being held October 14th through 16th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Albany, New York. Convention attendees will have the opportunity to view and vote on their favorite artwork. The winning artwork will be used for the 2011 NYSARC, Inc. Annual Convention which will carry the theme “Advocacy in Action: Moving Forward.”
The deadline to submit a design is Wednesday, September 15th. Those interested in submitting their original artwork should contact Denise Withey, Community Relations Specialist at The Arc of Orleans County for an application and all contest rules. Ms. Withey may be reached at 585-589-5516 ext. 227 or dwithey@arcoforleans.org.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
40th Anniversary Events!
The Arc is continuing to celebrate our 40th Anniversary with several upcoming events in July and August of 2010.
You’ll be able to rock to the music of the 1970’s, get your car washed, eat some goodies, and perhaps win the door prize if you join us from 10:00 to 2:00 pm Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at The Arc’s Auto Detail located at 11337 Maple Ridge Road, Medina. Feel free to come dressed up in your 1970’s finery! Platform shoes are optional. Rain date is scheduled for Thursday, July 22, 2010 from 10:00 to 2:00.
On Sunday, August 1, 2010 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm., The Arc will hold a Founder’s Fair at Camp Rainbow (2272 Townline Road in Lyndonville, NY) to celebrate our 40 years! It will be a special day of family fun, food, and fantastic music. We will be recognizing those folks who made The Arc of Orleans County possible – our founders. The group Flame will be performing from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Flame is an extremely talented group that happens to be made up of individuals with developmental disabilities. They have traveled the world performing as well as appeared on such television shows as Good Morning America. Check out their website at www.flametheband.com for more news and information about the band. We will have Chicken BBQ, hotdogs, basket raffle, quilt raffle, 50/50 raffle, and many games for people of all ages.
We will continue to share information about these events as well as the other 40th Anniversary celebrations in the coming weeks. For more information call the Community Relations Department at 585-589-5516.
You’ll be able to rock to the music of the 1970’s, get your car washed, eat some goodies, and perhaps win the door prize if you join us from 10:00 to 2:00 pm Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at The Arc’s Auto Detail located at 11337 Maple Ridge Road, Medina. Feel free to come dressed up in your 1970’s finery! Platform shoes are optional. Rain date is scheduled for Thursday, July 22, 2010 from 10:00 to 2:00.
On Sunday, August 1, 2010 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm., The Arc will hold a Founder’s Fair at Camp Rainbow (2272 Townline Road in Lyndonville, NY) to celebrate our 40 years! It will be a special day of family fun, food, and fantastic music. We will be recognizing those folks who made The Arc of Orleans County possible – our founders. The group Flame will be performing from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Flame is an extremely talented group that happens to be made up of individuals with developmental disabilities. They have traveled the world performing as well as appeared on such television shows as Good Morning America. Check out their website at www.flametheband.com for more news and information about the band. We will have Chicken BBQ, hotdogs, basket raffle, quilt raffle, 50/50 raffle, and many games for people of all ages.
We will continue to share information about these events as well as the other 40th Anniversary celebrations in the coming weeks. For more information call the Community Relations Department at 585-589-5516.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Employment Listings - April 21, 2010
RECREATION AIDE/RESPITE
Part Time II– 20 hours per week
Assists individuals with developmental disabilities with getting involved with existing inclusive community activities. Provides support and linkage to recreational events. Recruits volunteers as needed for program.
Qualifications: High School or equivalent. Must have a valid NYS driver's license and meet agency Motor Vehicle Guidelines. Good communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and maintain necessary records.
Starting rate: Grade 5/1 DC - $8.52/hr.
Please submit resume by 4/26/10
RESPITE WORKER
Relief – as needed
Under moderate supervision, provides home care and respite for primary caregivers of people with developmental disabilities.
Qualifications: High School Graduate. Must be able to record messages, keep simple records and understand and carry out simple instructions. Must be at least 18 years of age. Knowledge of developmental disabilities. Ability to work independently, good communication and organizational skills required.
Starting rate: Grade 1 DC - $7.79/hr.
Please submit resume by 4/26/10
Part Time II– 20 hours per week
Assists individuals with developmental disabilities with getting involved with existing inclusive community activities. Provides support and linkage to recreational events. Recruits volunteers as needed for program.
Qualifications: High School or equivalent. Must have a valid NYS driver's license and meet agency Motor Vehicle Guidelines. Good communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and maintain necessary records.
Starting rate: Grade 5/1 DC - $8.52/hr.
Please submit resume by 4/26/10
RESPITE WORKER
Relief – as needed
Under moderate supervision, provides home care and respite for primary caregivers of people with developmental disabilities.
Qualifications: High School Graduate. Must be able to record messages, keep simple records and understand and carry out simple instructions. Must be at least 18 years of age. Knowledge of developmental disabilities. Ability to work independently, good communication and organizational skills required.
Starting rate: Grade 1 DC - $7.79/hr.
Please submit resume by 4/26/10
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