February Edition 2007 - New York Nonprofit Press

22 New York Nonprofit Press www.nynp.biz February 07JOBS JOBS JOBSGiving Kids andFamilies a Chanceof a LifetimeJOIN US AT OURWESTCHESTER JOB FAIRTHURSDAY, FEB 15 TH2:15-5:15pmWetmore HallDobbs Ferry, NYPositions located in Dobbs Ferry, NY:•YOUTH COUNSELORSFull Time and Per Diem positionsavailable. (HS/GED).•SECURITY COUNSELORS(HS/GED, NY driver’s license).•SOCIAL WORKERS –MSWBilingual a plus. FT & Per Diempositions also available in Manhattanand The Bronx.•CASE WORKERS-BA•FAMILY SPECIALIST(Bachelor’s degree). Driving a must.•RECREATIONAL THERAPIST(BA/BS with 3 yrs exp leading recprograms, CTRS certification).•HIGH SCHOOLSUPPORT COORDINATOR(BA/BS with 2 yrs exp working with atrisk youth and exp with pgrmadministration).We also offer new, highly competitivesalaries and comprehensive benefits(medical effective on the 1st of the monthfollowing employment) as well as on-siteday care and low cost housing. Professionaldress reqd. If you cannot attend our JobFair, please send resume stating position ofinterest to: HR, TCV, Dobbs Ferry, NY10522. Fax: 914-674-4512. For generalinfo call: 914-693-0600 ext 3650, fordirections-ext 3750. To speak tosomeone dial ext 1214 or 1754. Visit usat: www.childrensvillage.org.To apply online, please go to:www.childrensvillage.org/employment.htmlEncouraging a diverse workforce/EOE.PER DIEM HOUSEMANAGERSProvidence House, Inc. a transitionalshelter for homeless women andchildren seeks a PER DIEM HOUSEMANAGERS for our New Rochelle,NY and Brooklyn, New York Locations.The Per Diem House Manager will beresponsible for the overall operation ofthe house and supervision of the residents,and will work collaboratively withthe Case Managers and the Director toensure an environment is maintainedthat is conducive to the health, safetyand productive growth of the resident.High School Diploma, experience in residentialsetting, ability to motivate andinstruct in life skills and home-makingtasks, computer literate in Microsoft Programs,excellent oral and written communicationand compatible philosophywith Providence House’s mission. Sendresume with cover letter to ProvidenceHouse, HR Department, 703 LexingtonAvenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221 or fax to(718) 455-0692.EXECUTIVE DIRECTORNew York Asian Women’s Center,Executive Director: ED reports to theBoard; is responsible for the overall management,internal operations, development,and PR for the $4M NYAWC. Seewww.nyawc.org for details. Send coverletter/resume to NSingh@nyawc.org.HOUSINGSPECIALISTShelter for women & children in theBronx seeks a F/T entry level HousingSpecialist for a busy mid size shelter.Duties include: Networking and advocatingwith brokers and landlords. Assistfamilies in applying to and locating appropriatepermanent housing.. Knowledgeof HSP & DHS helpful. Bilingualpreferred. Salary commensurate withexp. Excellent benefits. Please fax resumeto: 718-584-4724.LEAKE ANDWATTS SERVICES, INC.PROGRAM MANAGERWe seek a psychologist or LCSW to provide clinical and administrative leadership.The professional in this key role will oversee individual, group andfamily therapy, ensure treatment and discharge planning, facilitate weeklyteam meetings and maintain the fiscal budget for the unit. Requires strongsupervisory and clinical skills in working with traumatized adolescents aswell as experience with ACS and Connections.Please send cover letter/resume to:Mr. John Albert RiveraRecruitment ManagerLeake and Watts Services, Inc.463 Hawthorne AvenueYonkers, NY 10705Fax: (914) 375-8901E-mail: jrivera@leakeandwatts.orgWe are an EOE. Please no telephone calls.SOCIAL WORKERUpper Eastside org seeking bilingual (Eng/Span) Social Worker to providecounseling, entitlement and supportive services to mentally ill homelesswomen in shelter setting. MSW or equivalent degree in Counselingrequired. Experience working in the field of mental illness, substanceabuse and/or homelessness preferred. Send resume and cover letter to:dfarrell@lenoxhill.org.Institute for CommunityLiving, Inc.IMMEDIATE OPENINGS!!DIRECTOR OF QUALITYASSURANCE, MRDDNon-profit seeks Master’s level Dir ofQA, MR Svcs, exp working w/mentallyretarded, developmentally disabledpop, program manager or QA exp inmental health/MRDD setting. Knowledgeof NYS MRDD regs preferred.ABSS (APPLIEDBEHAVIORAL SCIENCESPECIALIST)Master’s degree in Psychology, w/ 1+yrs exp working with working w/mentallyretarded, developmentally disabledpop. Positions avail in Brlyn, Brx andManhatn.REGISTERED NURSE(PSYCHIATRY)NYS Lic RN, exp working w/mentallyill, MICA or related exp. FT and PTresidential and day treatment positionsavail in Bklyn. Flex hours.Please send resume to HR: ICL40 Rector St.8thflr, NY, NY 10006.Email: hricl@iclinc.net Fax: 212-385-0378. EOE/AASUPERINTENDENTResident Maintenance Superintendantfor special needs housing in East Village.Req’s min 5 yr maint/superintendentexp – knwldg of mech systems &tenant relations. Bi-lingual a plus.Fax resume & sal. Req’s:(718) 463-2565YourAdHereGot News?email editor@nynp.bizCall Robby@866-336-6967ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUNDFountain House is one of the world’s foremost providers of community mental health programs for individualsrecovering from serious mental illness, providing programs to help members regain their productivity,re-enter the worlds of school and work, and rebuild their lives. It is a membership organization, operatedby men and women with mental illness whom it serves, in collaboration with a professional, caring staff.Responsibilities:The expectation is that staff will work closely and collectively with members and staff to achieve the missionand vision of Fountain House, and foster an atmosphere of collegiality and congeniality that facilitatesimplementing and sustaining the basic philosophy of Fountain House, in congruence with the InternationalStandards for Clubhouses.CLUBHOUSE STAFF WORKER1 Engage and work alongside unit members, performing the tasks of the Unit.2 Assist members with all aspects of community support services (including housing and entitlements).3. Prepare and submit paperwork (including monthly progress notes, reports, service plans, etc.), in a consistent and timely manner.4. Establish and update goals and record progress of with members.5. Active participation in the maintenance of the unit and Fountain House in general.6. When scheduled, perform other roles, such as early morning house opening, evening and weekend shifts, etc.7. Co-manage Transitional Employment Placements, plus other duties as required.RESIDENCE & OTHER HOUSING STAFFJob Functions: Same as Clubhouse (1-4), plusEngage and work alongside members in the residence or apartment to perform necessary tasks for the upkeep of the residence and the well-beingof members.Establish and update goals and record progress of members, with members.P/T SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER(Same as Clubhouse plus)Have a leadership role in the Sign Language classes offered in our Education Unit 2 or 3 days a weekActive participation in the maintenance of the Interpreter’s Corner and Fountain House in general.Must have Fluent Sign Language skills. Ability to interpret variety of meetings for Deaf membersOther Requirements or Preferred Characteristics:1. BA/MA/MSW preferred, particularly in a relevant human services field2. Working knowledge of mental illness3. Positive, energetic, dynamic and engaging personality4. Flexibility, as demonstrated by interchangeability with other staff on the unit, staying late or arriving early, if necessary.5. Excellent organizational skills6. Team approach7. Driver’s LicenseHR ASSISTANT1. Process new employees.2. Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.3. Provide notification to rejected applicants on a timely manner.4. Update employee database on a weekly basis.5. Process all new employee benefit applications.6. Liaison with insurance companies to remedy problems and/or questions about benefits.7. Type and submit reports and correspondence as needed.8. Reconcile and process invoices.9. Working knowledge of Worker’s Comp; FSLA, FMLA, Unemployment, OSHA, HIPPA, etc.10. Liaison with members to engage them in the work of the HR area.11. Able to work with diverse population in a gregarious and professional manner.12. Position requires a person that can work at least 10AM to 6PM.13. Perform other duties as needed.Qualifications:1. Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Access and knowledge of HRIS programs, HRVantage a plus.2. BA/BS preferred, and previous experience in Human Resources required.3. Ability to work in an environment where confidentiality is a must.4. Ability to smile under pressure and maintain a positive demeanor, while using experiences as learning tools. In essence, a person with a “thick”skin, yet gentle and kind.SECURITY1. Ensure safety of building, by conducting timely rounds, ensuring doors and windows are properly locked and alarm system is functional and armed.2. Engage and work alongside members, as it pertains to the functions of Security at Fountain House.3. Active participation in the maintenance and cleanliness of the House, including cleaning of stairs, buffing of floors, etc.4. Ensure daily cleaning of the front of the building before the House is opened, including, but not limited to, snow shoveling in the winter.5. Ability to work on a rotational basis, including covering shifts when necessary.6. Customer service focused when answering the telephone. Able to take messages properly and transfer calls accordingly.7. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.8. Handyperson: able to do light plumbing, painting, repairs, and other duties as required. Salary low $20’s.SUPPLY ROOM/FIRST FLOOR UNITPROGRAM STAFF1) Have bottom-line responsibility for the organization of supplies.2) Receive, organize and distribute supplies to various units, areas and residences.3) Be a team player working as a program staff of the first floor unit.4) Engage and work side-by-side with all of the supply room work.5) Carry a small caseload.6) Communicate and keep track of supplies needing to get ordered through accounting.7) Go to highpoint 2x per year.8) Work Unit Evening Program, 12pm-8pm once per month on Weds.9) Work FH Evening Program on a Sat. or Sun. once every other month.10) TEP placement co-manager.Other Requirements or Preferred Characteristics:1) Extremely organized person.2) Supply room experience preferred, but not required.3) Interested in the mental health field.4) Must be a kind, warm and positive person.5) Must be flexible.6) Bachelor’s Degree preferred.JR. ACCOUNTANT1) Accounting degree, at least 3 years of experience, minimum intermediate level Excel, and knowledge of databases.2) Understanding of Financial statements, bank reconciliation, and account analysis.3) The responsibilities will be cash receipts, account analysis, bank reconciliation, journal entries, account coding, accounts payable and specialprojects.4) Must work well with diverse cultural groups, and in a teamwork environment.To be considered for a position, must view website at www.fountainhouse.org then forward resume with cover letter eitherby e-mail hrfhresume@yahoo.co.nz; fax 212-664-0146, or mail resume to Attn: HR, 437 W. 47th St., NY, NY 10036. No Phone Calls Please. EEO