Nutritionist/Registered Dietician

The Southern Saratoga Branch of the Capital District YMCA is looking to fill the part time position of a Nutritionist/Registered Dietician. Under the general direction of the Wellness Director and/or Wellness Coordinator, the Nutritionist/ Registered Dietician provides excellent customer service through guiding, supporting and motivating members through nutrition.

Job Requirements (Include education, experience and specific competencies): BA/BS in Physical Ed, Recreation, Sports Mgt, Health Ed or a related field or equivalent experience preferred. Previous experience (minimum one year) in the nutrition field. Current National Certification in Nutrition/Registered Dietician is required. Current CPR certification. Excellent human relation skills and communication skills. 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: Customize nutrition plan for the specific member based on an analysis of their specific needs and health and body requirements. Conduct an individual assessment. Develop and maintain client base. Provides a high level of personalized attention during nutritional counseling sessions. Ensures that each client is satisfied with his/her nutrition program and stays motivated to achieve his/her personal dietary goals. All other duties, as assigned.

Pay range: $25
Scheduled Shift: part time, 1st shift, evenings, 5-15 biweekly, weekends (occasional) Deadline: 12/10/14

Please submit your resume to:

Julie Fariello, Wellness Coordinator
Capital District YMCA-Southern Saratoga
1 Wall Street
Clifton Park, NY 12065

Or via E-mail.

Before and After School Care Programs Site Supervisor

The Albany 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 Aid 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: $10.00-11.00 per hour
Scheduled Shifts: Part time, 2:00-6:00 Monday-Friday (approx. 25 hrs. weekly)

Please forward all resumes and applications to:

Kelly Sturgis, Director of Operations
Albany Branch, Capital District YMCA
616 North Pearl Street
Albany, NY 12204

Or via E-mail.

Universal Pre-K Teacher at Eagle Point

The Albany YMCA Branch of the Capital District YMCA is looking to fill the full time position of Universal Pre-K Teacher at Eagle Point. Under the general direction of the Site Supervisor, the Universal Pre-K Teacher is responsible for planning and implementation a developmentally appropriate childcare program at the site.

Job Requirements: NYS Certified Teacher license required. MUST have Birth – Grade 2 Certification. 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. Excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills. At the Y, our cause is to strengthen community. To fulfill this promise, we require strong cause-driven leaders to effect lasting personal and social change regarding our organization’s three key areas: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our employees are all leaders committed to nurturing the potential of all, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

Principal Responsibilities: In conjunction with teachers in the schools, provide supplemental education to children in the program. Write curriculum as needed for each student. Individualize the homework plans for each child, based on their needs and input from the teachers in the schools. Provide supplemental teaching materials to the children in the program. Maintain clean, neat and organized environment at the site. Creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all program participants. Foster appropriate communication with parents. Assist in maintenance of required log and record books. Maintain cleanliness of facility as a member of Clean Team. All other duties, as requested.

Available Shift(s): Full Time; 7:30am-3:30pm Monday-Friday Pay Range: $14.00

Please forward resumes or applications to:

Kelly Sturgis, Director of Operations
Albany Branch, Capital District YMCA
616 North Pearl Street
Albany, NY 12204

Or via E-mail.

Universal Pre-K Teacher at North Albany Academy

The Albany YMCA Branch of the Capital District YMCA is looking to fill the full time position of Universal Pre-K Teacher at North Albany Academy. Under the general direction of the Site Supervisor, the Universal Pre-K Teacher is responsible for planning and implementation a developmentally appropriate childcare program at the site.

Job Requirements: NYS Certified Teacher license required. MUST have Birth – Grade 2 Certification. 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. Excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills. At the Y, our cause is to strengthen community. To fulfill this promise, we require strong cause-driven leaders to effect lasting personal and social change regarding our organization’s three key areas: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our employees are all leaders committed to nurturing the potential of all, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

Principal Responsibilities: In conjunction with teachers in the schools, provide supplemental education to children in the program. Write curriculum as needed for each student. Individualize the homework plans for each child, based on their needs and input from the teachers in the schools. Provide supplemental teaching materials to the children in the program. Maintain clean, neat and organized environment at the site. Creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all program participants. Foster appropriate communication with parents. Assist in maintenance of required log and record books. Maintain cleanliness of facility as a member of Clean Team. All other duties, as requested.

Available Shift(s): Full Time; 7:30am-3:30pm Monday-Friday Pay Range: $14.00

Please forward resumes or applications to:

Kelly Sturgis, Director of Operations
Albany Branch, Capital District YMCA
616 North Pearl Street
Albany, NY 12204

Or via E-mail.

Northeast Parent & Child Society – Clinical Case Manager

Northeast Parent & Child Society, one of New York State’s most innovative human service agencies, invites application for a part-time Clinical Case Manager in our Family Outreach Program.

Family Outreach is a home and community-based family preservation program which provides concrete home-based services and support from a trauma-informed approach designed to enhance parental functioning, thus strengthening the family unit and creating a more stable, organized and nurturing home environment for the children. Staff provides services designed to help prevent children from being removed from their homes, works with parents who have children who are currently in placement, helps reunite children with their families, and provides services and support to recently reunified families.
Responsibilities include: The Clinical Case Manager offers ongoing nurturance and support while providing specific clinical case management assistance in the areas of: skill building, crisis management, parent education (individual and classroom), budgeting, emotion regulation, time management, communication, and community linkages. The Clinical Case Manager works primarily with the parent(s).

Education / Experience: Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling or related field. Two years of relevant experience and/ or skill in the Child Welfare and/or Mental Health field preferred.

Work Schedule: 20 Hours, 3 to 4 days a week; M-F; some early evening hours may be required.

To learn more about and apply for this position, please visit us online.

Northeast Parent & Child Society – Per Diem Waiver Service Provider

Northeast Parent and Child Society’s Bridges to Health program invites applications for Per Diem Waiver Service Provider position in Saranac Lake, NY.

Northeast Parent and Child Society’s Bridges to Health program is an innovative community-based wrap-around service that supports the health and well-being of foster children in Region IV of New York State. The program intends to prevent institutional placement or hospitalization of enrollees.

A successful candidate would be a creative and enthusiastic individual who is committed to helping children with emotional challenges, developmental disabilities, and medical fragility. The role requires travel and providing home and community based work with six children and families in their communities providing a core of services to ensure success in their home and community.

Qualifications/Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field, two years of experience and Valid NYS Driver’s License required.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Evenings and some weekends. Flexibility a must.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continued until the position is filled.
To apply for this position please visit us online.

City of Schenectady – Provisional Executive Secretary

Salary: $33,689 to $ 41,595

There is a full-time opening for a provisional Executive Secretary position in the Law Department. The annual salary range is $33,689 to $ 41,595 commensurate with experience. See attached for job description and minimum qualifications. Applicants must be residents of the City of Schenectady and remain residents throughout employment.

All interested parties should submit completed City of Schenectady Applications or resumes to:

Miriam Cajuste, Affirmative Action Office
620 State Street
Schenectady, NY 12305

Resumes can also be E-mailed.

Completed applications/resumes need to be received by 5:00 PM on December 16, 2014.

This position involves responsibility for performing a variety of complex and confidential secretarial duties for a department head. An incumbent in this position is responsible for typing letters, reports and other confidential materials, and relieving the department head of administrative details by arranging conferences and contacts. The incumbent may be responsible for utilizing a micro-computer, remote computer terminal or similar computer equipment in the performance of daily work-related tasks. The work involves frequent exercise of independent judgment in giving out information regarding departmental policies and practices and in planning the routine of an office. This class differs from that of other clerical positions by virtue of broader project responsibilities. General supervision is received from the department head with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. General supervision may be exercised over a variety of clerical employees. The incumbent does related work as required.

The position requires a thorough knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; thorough knowledge of business arithmetic and English; good knowledge of the organization, functions, laws, policies and regulations of the agency; ability to handle routine office details independently, including composition of letters and memorandum; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; ability to operate word processing equipment or a microcomputer; ability to interact in a professional manner with the public regarding various concerns; ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people at all levels of the organization; personal integrity necessary to maintain confidentiality pertaining to office matters.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two year college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Secretarial Science or a related field and two years of clerical experience, which shall have involved typing; OR Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four years of experience as defined in (A) above; OR Six years of experience as defined in (A) above; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above.

Special Requirements: Candidates must demonstrate the ability to type at the rate of at least 35 words per minute.