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Job Title: Canine Kennel Staff Attendant - Part-time 16-20 hours/week

Broad Function: The canine kennel staff attendant is responsible for the sanitary, and humane operation of the kennel facilities & the health and welfare of animals in our care, as well as working collaboratively to further the mission of the organization. Performs all job responsibilities and duties within established policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

Works collaboratively with the Kennel Manager, Director, Vet Tech., fellow kennel attendants, and other shelter personnel to achieve a clean and sanitary environment for animals we serve.

Treat animals humanely, with love and concern both on and off the job, and transmits these values to others.

Provides accurate information and friendly service to the public.

Participates in meetings with other members of the staff and shares ideas and suggestions to improve conditions.

Monitors the shelter for signs of disease, and reports problems to the Kennel Manager and/or Vet Tech.

Maintains a high level of communication with the Kennel Manager, Vet Tech., fellow attendants and other shelter personnel.

Performs other duties as required to insure a positive public image and to improve the functioning of this organization.

Job Duties:

Participates in meetings with other members of the staff and shares ideas and suggestions to improve conditions.

The indoor & outdoor kennels are to be cleaned before we open to the public. Clean and sanitize dog cages in intake area. Clean and sanitize dog cages in dog isolation area. Clean and sanitize indoor dog cages. Clean and sanitize outdoor dog cages. Squeegee floors to assist in drying. Sweep and mop dog isolation. Sweep and mop the dish room. Sweep and mop dog petting room.

Clean cat cages in dog isolation room. Feed and provide water for cats in dog isolation.

Carry, clean and sanitize used animal carriers. Store neatly in garage. Take out garbage and recycling.

Clean, scoop indoor & outdoor kennels throughout the day. Check that all cages are secured.

Assist Vet and/or Vet Tech. in medicating and restraining animals

Bathe dogs for adoptions, and as needed

Feed all dogs in shelter twice daily, provide water. Walk dogs. Socialize / work with dogs. Clean and check animal’s eyes and ears, as needed. Groom animals, as needed. Administer animal medications.

Watch for health & behavior problems

Assist the public & volunteers

Clean garage. Maintain an organized garage area. Sort bottles and cans for redemption.

Do dishes. Disinfect all food and water dishes.

Wash, dry, fold and put away laundry

Assist with fundraising activities, as needed

Maintain the cleanliness of the laundry room

Maintain the cleanliness of the food/tub room. Restock food and rotate to ensure oldest is used first

Work with the kennel manager to ensure that dog placement in the shelter is optimal

Maintain bleach foot baths

Meet with potential adopters and introduce them to appropriate animals. Show dogs. Do dog introductions.

Monitor odor in shelter

Put away donations received from the public

Clean van

Minor repairs

Snow removal

Authority: The kennel attendant will report to the Kennel Manager, and will have a collaborative relationship with the Director, Vet, Vet Tech., feline staff, & office staff.
This is an entry level position.

Qualifications:
- At least a high school graduate or GED. BOCES or animal care study program preferred, but not required.
- Excellent communication and public relations skills.
- Animal care experience in a shelter environment preferred.
- Good problem solving skills & self-starting skills.
- Willingness to attend training to upgrade skill level.

Salary: Current range minimum wage.

Other: There is a potential risk of dog or cat bite / scratch, and an unlikely exposure to Rabies. We recommend a tetanus shot prior to employment. Requires handling up to 100 pounds.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please come to our location at 2 Jackson Street, Binghamton, NY 13903 to fill out an employment application.


The Humane Societly is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Residential Aid (Binghamton, NY)

JOB PROFILE FORM

Position Title: Residential Aid

Hourly Rate: $9.00 per hour

Reports to: Nancy Johnson, Residential Director

POSITION SUMMARY

Let your people skills shine as a residential aid for a well-established nonprofit organization. You will serve as a Residential Aid Saturday and Sunday nights from 4 p.m. to midnight. You are in charge of all incoming intakes to the Emergency Shelter and responsible for assisting consumers with any special needs that may come up. Additionally you will be responsible for assisting in cleaning rooms when people exit the YWCA; as well as monitoring other chores around the building. You may also provide security coverage at the reception desk, screening all visitors. Responsibilities include assisting with health and safety emergencies, as well as conflict resolution and crisis intervention.

We are looking for someone that is available to cover 2nd shift, 4 p.m. to midnight, Saturday and Sunday.

SPECIFIC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Complete intakes of people entering the YWCA Emergency Shelter
2. Support residential staff and residential consumers to uphold housing policies, curfews and respond to health/safety issues such as fire alarms, elevator malfunctions or medical emergencies.
3. Communicate with agencies in the community regarding YWCA Residential Services
4. Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients at all times
5. Clean rooms and assist consumers with completing chores throughout the building
6. May be required to work some third shift positions and holidays on an occasional basis
7. Other tasks assigned at the discretion of the Residential Services Director

REQUIREMENTS:
1. Has at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent
2. Some experience working with women with mental health issues, alcohol/drug dependency and/or victims of domestic violence; with the capacity to handle sensitive issues tactfully.
3. The Residential Aid should be a courteous individual, with a presentable and professional appearance
4. Must be able to pick up at least 20 pounds and have the ability to move up and down stairs quickly.
5. The ability to multitask as well as prioritize tasks at hand are also important qualities
6. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
7. Ability to work independently when needed and as well as with a team
8. Have good attendance
9. Be organized and detail oriented
10. Be able to maintain confidentiality & have appropriate boundaries
11. Ability to maintain a neat workspace
12. Provide a supportive environment which respects and affirms all consumers’ racial, cultural and religious identity and lifestyle
13. Be open to the possibility of expanded duties as knowledge increases and interests become focused

Please email, send or fax a cover letter and resume to:
Robin Fechter, rfechter@ywcaofbinghamton.org or fax to 723-9610 Attn Robin

Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Development Director (Opportunities for Broome- Binghamton)

Job Posted through 03/19/10



Opportunities for Broome, Inc
Job Description

Job Title: Development Director
Department: Senior Management
Reports To: Executive Director
FLSA Status: Exempt – Yearly
Prepared By: Human Resources
Prepared Date: 03/05/10
Approved By:
Approved Date:

Summary:
The Development Director is part of the senior management team, reporting directly to the Executive Director. He/she is responsible for the design and implementation of OFB’s development efforts to achieve long-term financial stability for the organization. The Development Director oversees all aspects of OFB’s fundraising, including major and planned gifts, special/capital campaigns, foundation and corporate relations and grants, the annual fund, donor cultivation and stewardship events.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Other duties may be assigned.

• Set and meet annual fundraising goals and development plan
• Research, analyze and prioritize new revenue sources from individuals, corporations, government, foundations, and philanthropic networks to expand funding sources
• Create and nurture long term relationships with donors
• Inspire and engage Board members in Development activities; oversee Board Development Committees
• Create Corporate partnerships
• Arrange, lead and support tours of programs
• Design stewardship plan and lead implementation of activities
• Manage volunteer functions, including recruitment, training and stewardship
• Lead major annual special events
• Lead Marketing & Communications efforts in collaboration with volunteers
 Create positive and cohesive publicity
 Design and maintain website
 Create printed collateral
 Create Annual Report
• Track and develop vendor relations
• Analyze revenue trends and provide full year forecasts monthly
• Ensure thorough record-keeping in partnership with Finance
• Develop and manage departmental expense budget
• Perform any and all miscellaneous job duties as may be required from time to time.


Desired Qualifications

• Ability to coordinate, manage and prioritize
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to write and speak persuasively about OFB
• Skill at numbers analysis, forecasting and spreadsheets
• Comfort working in an ethnically diverse community
• Five to ten years of progressively responsible fundraising or sales experience
• Clear background check and history indicating fitness to work with children


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors degree and five to ten years of progressively responsible fundraising or sales experience


Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid NYS Drivers License and personal transportation.


Other Skills and Abilities
• Must be self directed
• Must work well in a team


Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee must have the ability to sit, stand, and lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel for meetings at various sites. Occasional out of town travel.

Agency Expectation of Employee

• Adheres to Agency Policy and Procedures
• Acts as a role model within and outside the agency
• Performs duties as workload necessitates
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
• Communicates regularly with supervisor on department issues
• Demonstrates flexibility and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position

General Sign Off

The employee is expected to adhere to all agency policies and to act as a role model and to adhere to agency policies.

I have read and understand this explanation and job description.


Employee Signature: ________________________ Date: ______________



Completed 03/05/10

Senior Clinical Supervisor – Outpatient Clinic (Binghamton / Syracuse)

ARISE Job Description

JOB TITLE: Senior Clinical Supervisor – Outpatient Clinic
REPORTS TO: Director of Mental Health Clinic
FLSA STATUS: Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s Degree in Social Work
• New York State Certification as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Demonstrated ability to function both autonomously and as a team member
• Knowledge of community resources, Office of Mental Health regulations, and Child Welfare system
• Two years supervisory experience in mental health clinic setting
• Electronic Medical Records experience
• Computer literacy, including proficiency working with MS Office applications
• Have or obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) under the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System (a simple online process)
• Able to travel to community locations as needed; clean driver license, reliable, insured, registered vehicle


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Provide direct supervision to the Clinical Supervisor of the Mental Health Clinic, indirect support for the clinicians
• Collaborate with the Syracuse Community Health Center administrative staff
• Proactive guidance to the ARISE MH Clinic restructuring process
• Foster activities that assure services are conducted according to the most current evidence-based practices.
• Participate in internal audit functions, in cooperation with the Director of Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and Contract Management to assure regulatory compliance and highest quality services.
• Maintain a caseload to be determined
• Provide intake, assessment, treatment planning, therapy, and discharge planning services to individuals, families, and groups of adults and children who are clients of the agency
• Provide supervisory coverage on a rotating basis for the after hours beeper
• Consult with appropriate collateral resources involved with the clients of the agency.
• Utilize a systems approach to providing services in order to help clients achieve improved family, community, and individual functioning.
• Maintain case records in accordance with regulating bodies.
• Assess appropriateness of clients for services, and make referrals for additional services as needed.
• Maintain positive working relationships with other agencies in the community and represent ARISE in a positive and professional manner.
• Participate in community efforts to address service gaps, as needed.
• Provide outcome and demographic data as needed for program reports to funders.
• Perform other duties as assigned


New: March 9 2010

Program Manager/QMRP (Rochester, NY)

Program Manager, Full-Time, Salaried, for residence(s) for individuals with Developmental Disabilities. Location: Rochester, NY suburbs.

Salary: $33,000 - $50,000

Job description: http://www.gracecommunityservices.com/Program_Manager.pdf

Purpose of this position: To take leadership role in the development, training, implementation and documentation of individualized Residential Habilitation programs including Residential Habilitation Plans, Plans of Protective Oversight, and Behavioral Guidelines. This position has leadership responsibility for coordination and implementation of consistent and personalized community based opportunity and services. This position has supervisory responsibility for the frontline supervisors, scheduling of staffing and consumer activities, ensuring regulatory compliance and coordination of the daily operations of the programs.

Qualifications

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2 years supervisory experience within OMRDD system, 1 year assessment experience within OMRDD system, must meet QMRP status per OMRDD regulations (see below).
Must have valid New York state driver license.
Must have or complete within first 3 months and maintain SCIP-R, Medication Certification, CPR/First Aid as well as all other required training.

Delegation of authority

Authority is delegated to the individual in this position to:
This position will have supervisory authority with the Team Leaders of the IRA’s and with the staff of the residences.
This position reports to Director of Operations

To apply, please download application at http://www.gracecommunityservices.com and fax to 585-672-1024. Email or call 585-672-2749 x125.

TITLE 42 - PUBLIC HEALTH

CHAPTER IV - CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

SUBCHAPTER G - STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATION

PART 483 - REQUIREMENTS FOR STATES AND LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES

subpart i - CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR THE MENTALLY RETARDED

483.430 - Condition of participation: Facility staffing.

(a) Standard: Qualified mental retardation professional. Each client's active treatment program must be integrated, coordinated and monitored by a qualified mental retardation professional who (1) Has at least one year of experience working directly with persons with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities; and (2) Is one of the following: (i) A doctor of medicine or osteopathy.

(ii) A registered nurse.

(iii) An individual who holds at least a bachelor's degree in a professional category specified in paragraph (b)(5) of this section.

(x) To be designated as a human services professional an individual must have at least a bachelor's degree in a human services field (including, but not limited to: sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology).

Research Study at Binghamton University - Earn $30 (Binghamton University)

Do you consider yourself relatively non-anxious and non-depressed? A research study at Binghamton University is recruiting emotionally healthy participants to participate in a study in which people answer questions about themselves. The study takes approximately 2 hours, and you will be reimbursed $30. PLUS, you may be eligible to participate in future studies! If you are 18 years or older and interested in participating in the Community Participants Project, please contact the research team at (607) 777-5006 or Laura at lcook1@binghamton.edu.