on 21 September 2014
Youth Development Professionals for the Boys & Girls Club of Albany
The Youth Development Professional will work in an After School program that serves children in grades Pre-K — 6th. The program will focus on the delivery of a broad range of activities, including three primary components: differentiated academic enrichment and tutoring services, recreational and enrichment programs based on themed areas of discovery, innovation, leadership and citizenship, as well as family educational opportunities.
PROGRAM LOCATION: The Boys & Girls Clubs After School Programs are located in; Arbor Hill Elementary, Schuyler Achievement Academy, Sheridan Preparatory Academy and Giffen Elementary School.
WORKING HOURS: School year: 3:00 pm — 6:30 pm / Monday – Friday
PAY RATE: $9 per hour
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS REQUIRED: 1+ year of direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years; (Preferred) Associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation or a related field or New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential or School Age Child Care Credential. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics. Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities. Mandatory CPR and First Aid certifications. Fingerprints and background check required.
Please respond with a cover letter and resume to Tim Doherty, Director of Operations, Boys & Girls Clubs of Albany, 21 Delaware Avenue, Albany, NY 12210. Interested applicants can contact Abena Adom or Tim Doherty for additional information.
Assistant Teacher KidzLodge
Description: The KidzLodge Early Learning & Adventure Center is looking for dynamic individuals to fill the two positions of Assistant Teacher. Under the general direction of the KidzLodge Director, the childcare assistant teacher is responsible for assisting with the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate childcare program.
Job requirements include a AAS in Child Development, Elementary Ed, Physical Ed, Recreation or related field OR HS Degree/GED and two years direct experience with children under age 13, OR Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of the YMCA and its capacity to build strong kids, families and communities. The ability to articulate and model YMCA’s four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibilities are essential.
Principal responsibilities are to assist with planning, implementing and supervising a developmentally and academically appropriate curriculum for the assigned program. Maintain daily schedules of activities, etc. Maintain an organized, clean and safe learning and recreational environment for all program areas. Develop and consistently maintain appropriate and professional communication with parents. Train children and parents on emergency procedures in compliance with OCFS regulations. Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies. Ensure all applicable OCFS regulations are followed, including but not limited to ratios, child abuse reporting and emergency procedures. Maintain all required records and logs. Maintain cleanliness of facility as a member of Clean Team. All other duties, as requested.
Scheduled Shifts: 7am-4pm or 9am-6pm
Pay Range: $9 – 9.50Please send all applications and resumes to: Denise Barnes, KidzLodge Director, Capital District YMCA, KidzLodge Early Learning & Adventure Center, 47 Clifton Country Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065, or by E-mail.
Advantage Grant Tutor
Description: The Greenbush Area YMCA is looking to fill a Tutor position for the Advantage Grant funded after school programs. Under the general direction of the Grant-Site Supervisor, the Tutor is responsible for planning and assisting children with homework assignments and school projects at the assigned grant site.
Job requirements include a minimum age of 16 years of age. Prior experience working with children preferred. Submission of NYS Medical Statement of Childcare Staff Form documenting physician clearance to work in a childcare setting as well as TB Test which meets Health and Social Service requirement. Clearance from Criminal Background check. Maintain 30 hours of childcare related training every two years. Excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills.
Principal responsibilities are to assist in preparation and implementation of all activities for the site. Assist the site staff with distribution and clean-up of daily snack. Work with the children in small groups to assist with daily homework and other assignments. Maintain clean, neat and organized assignments. Maintain a safe and secure environment for all program participants. Appropriately communicate with parents. Maintain all applicable state regulations school age child care programs. Maintain cleanliness of facility as a member of Clean Team. All other duties, as requested.
Scheduled Shifts: 2pm –6pm Monday – Friday
Pay Range: $10
Deadline: 9/25/14Please send all applications and resumes to: Alysha Branch, Childcare Coordinator, Capital District YMCA, Greenbush Area Branch, 20 Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061, or by E-mail.
Advantage Grant Literacy Instructor
Description: The Greenbush Area YMCA is looking to fill a Literacy Instructor position for the Advantage Grant funded after school programs. Under the general direction of the Grant-Site Supervisor, the Literacy Instructor is responsible for planning and assisting children with reading at the assigned grant site.
Job requirements include a minimum age of 16 years of age. Prior experience working with children preferred. Submission of NYS Medical Statement of Childcare Staff Form documenting physician clearance to work in a childcare setting as well as TB Test which meets Health and Social Service requirement. Clearance from Criminal Background check. Maintain 30 hours of childcare related training every two years. Excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills.
Principal responsibilities are to assist in preparation and implementation of all activities for the site. Assist the site staff with distribution and clean-up of daily snack. Work with the children in small groups to assist with reading and other assignments. Maintain clean, neat and organized assignments. Maintain a safe and secure environment for all program participants. Appropriately communicate with parents. Maintain all applicable state regulations school age child care programs. Maintain cleanliness of facility as a member of Clean Team. All other duties, as requested.
Scheduled Shifts: Monday – Friday (Approx. 10 hrs. Weekly)
Pay Range: $10
Deadline: 9/25/2014Please send all applications and resumes to: Alysha Branch, Childcare Coordinator, Capital District YMCA, Greenbush Area Branch, 20 Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061, or by E-mail.
Site Supervisor Childcare at the Greenbush YMCA
Description: The Greenbush Area YMCA is looking to fill a part time Site Supervisor positions for before and After School Care programs. Under the general direction of the Childcare Director, the Site Supervisor is responsible for planning and supervising a developmentally appropriate childcare program.
Job Requirements: Minimum one year in a supervisory capacity preferred. Two years direct experience with children under age 13. BA/BS in Child Development (Elementary Ed, Physical Ed, Recreation Ed or related field). OR School Age Child Care Credential. OR Two years of College with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Ed, Physical Ed, recreation or related field. OR AAS in Child Development, Elementary Ed, Physical Ed, Recreation or related field. Candidates must submit a NYS Medical Statement of Childcare Staff Form documenting physician clearance to work in a childcare setting. TB Test which meets Health and Social Service requirement. Clearance from a Criminal Background check. First and CPR certifications.
Preferred candidates must possess excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills. Principal Responsibilities: Plan, implement and supervise a developmentally and academically appropriate curriculum for the assigned site. Maintain positive working relationship with school personnel in coordination of the building site and related issues. Develop and maintain weekly and monthly calendar of activities for display to parents. Maintain daily schedules of activities, etc. Maintain an organized, clean and safe learning and recreational environment for all program areas. Develop and consistently maintain appropriate and professional communication with parents. Supervise all site staff and provide input and written evaluations as requested. Establish and train staff, children and parents on emergency procedures in compliance with OCFS regulations. Manage and control inventory of equipment and supplies, in accordance with budget. Ensure all applicable OCFS regulations are followed. Maintain all required records and logs. Maintain cleanliness of facility as a member of Clean Team. All other duties, as requested.
Pay Range: $10.63 per hour
Available Shift(s): Monday – Friday 7:00am-9:00am, 1:45pm-6:00pm, or 2:30pm-6:00pm
Deadline: 9/25/2014Please send all applications and resumes to: Alysha Branch, Childcare Coordinator, Capital District YMCA, Greenbush Area Branch, 20 Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061, or by E-mail.
Activities Assistant at the Southern Saratoga YMCA
Description: The Southern Saratoga Branch of the Capital District YMCA is looking to fill the part time position of Activities Assistant. Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting with the implementation of all school age child care activities.
Job Requirements: Must be 16 years of age. Prior experience working with children preferred. Submission of NYS Medical Statement of Childcare Staff Form documenting physician clearance to work in a childcare setting. TB Test which meets Health and Social Service requirement. Clearance from Criminal Background check. Maintain 15 hours of childcare related training annually. Excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills.
Principal Responsibilities: Assist in preparation and implementation of all activities for the site. Assist the site staff with distribution and cleanup of daily snack. Work with the children in small groups with age appropriate activities such as crafts, games, clubs and science. Maintain clean, neat and organized environment at the site. Maintain a safe and secure environment for all program participants. Appropriately communicate with parents. Maintain all applicable state regulations re: school age child care programs. Maintain cleanliness of facility as a member of Clean Team. All other duties, as requested.
Scheduled Shift: Part time; Monday – Friday 2:00 – 6:00pm
Hourly Rate: $8 – $8.75
Deadline: 9/25/2014Please forward resumes or applications to: Kim Dandino, Childcare Director, Capital District YMCA – Southern Saratoga Branch, 1 Wall Street, Clifton Park, NY 12065, or by E-mail.
Senior Public Health Technician
The Schenectady County Department of Public Health (Environmental Health) has a full-time opportunity available for a Senior Public Health Technician.
SALARY: The 2014 salary is $43,295 (grade 13, step 1).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree including a minimum of fifteen (15) semester credit hours in the *natural sciences of which not more than six (6) credit hours may be in **applied sciences and two years of experience as a Public Health Technician deemed satisfactory by the local Commissioner of Health or Public Health Director during which time you must have completed a public health training course approved by the New York State Department of Health; OR (B) Satisfactory completion of sixty (60) semester credit hours of academic education at a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a minimum of fifteen (15) semester credit hours in the *natural sciences of which not more than six (6) credit hours may be in **applied sciences and two years of experience as a Public Health Technician deemed satisfactory by the local Commissioner of Health or Public Health Director during which time you must have completed a public health training course approved by the New York State Department of Health.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a current valid New York State driver’s license at the time of appointment.
EXAMINATION: Candidates are responsible for filing a separate application for any Civil Service examination that may arise from this posting.
APPLICATION: Civil Service applications will be accepted from APPLICANTS who meet the minimum qualifications. CSEA bargaining unit members within the department will be given preference in appointment, based on seniority. Submit applications to the County Personnel Department, County Building 2nd Floor by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23, 2014.